A trip to the Caucasian Mineral Waters and Kabardino-Balkaria

Being surprised by the bizarre shapes of the mountains, tasting national cuisine and leisurely strolling through the streets of resort towns is just the minimum of what we can do on this tour!

We will get acquainted with the sights of the Baksan gorge and visit the beautiful Narzan Glade. We will feel the intoxicating delight of conquering the highest peak in Europe and take a walk through the second largest man-made park in Europe, where Russian writers once made a promenade.

Location

Russia, Stavropol Territory, Pyatigorsk
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Duration
4 days
3 nights
Departures
9 - 12 Jun
16 - 19 Jun
23 - 26 Jun
30 Jun - 3 Jul
7 - 10 Jul
14 - 17 Jul
21 - 24 Jul
28 - 31 Jul
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 12 to 30 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
Russia, Stavropol Territory, Pyatigorsk
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Feeling of freedom
If desired, we can go up to the Mir station and explore the surroundings.
The Mysteries of the Blue Lake
We will see the largest and deepest karst lake, which is also called "bottomless"
The history of Elbrus
Along the way, we will learn the story of the conquest of one of the most beautiful peaks in the world, the dormant volcano — Elbrus.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Meeting and gathering of the group. Sightseeing tour in Pyatigorsk

    Arrival at Mineralnye Vody Airport or Pyatigorsk railway station.

    13:00 Meeting and gathering of the group, transfer to the hotel in Pyatigorsk.

    Accommodation in hotels: Mashuk 2*/ Pyatigorsk 3* or Intourist 3*/Beshtau 3*.

    15:00 Sightseeing tour in Pyatigorsk, program of the day: exploring Pyatigorsk – Tsvetnik ParkDiana's grottocave Failure.

    Lunch and dinner on your own (extra charge).

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  • Day 2 - Pyatigorsk — Honey waterfalls — Kislovodsk — Pyatigorsk
  • Day 3 - Pyatigorsk — Azau Polyana — Mount Elbrus — Nalchik
  • Day 4 - Cherek Gorge — Upper Balkaria — Blue Lakes. Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale

The tour provides accommodation according to the tour program in standard hotel rooms in Pyatigorsk/Nalchik.

The cost of the tour PER ROOM, rub.:

Placement

Dbl

Twin

Single

Triple*

DBL+CH

Breakfast

Breakfast

Mashuk 2* - Crown 3*

52100

52100

35700

73950

70200

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Mashuk 2* - Russia 4*

52900

52900

36500

74500

71500

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Intourist 3* - Russia 4*

55600

55600

39000

78800

74900

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Beshtau 3* - Azimut 4*

62700

62700

45860

86580

80000

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Twin — double room (has two separate beds).

Double (DBL) — a double room (one double bed).

Singlesingle room.

Triple — for triple accommodation, hotels/campsites along the route provide DBL/TWN + extras. a bed or sofa, or three separate beds (depending on the hotel's facilities).

DBL+CH — room for two adults and a child, from 7 to 12 years old inclusive.

Mashuk Hotel or Beshtau Hotel or 2 nights
Mashuk Hotel

It is located in the very center of Pyatigorsk, a 7-minute walk from Lenin Square and the cable car, near Tsvetnik Park.

The hotel offers treatments according to the program of the Mashuk sanatorium. It offers free Wi-Fi. There is a 24-hour front desk, a tour desk and luggage storage, as well as a small garden and a cafe.

Pyatigorsk Train Station is 3 km away. Mineralnye Vody Airport is 24 km away.

The room has a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The bright rooms offer mountain views.

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Another option
Beshtau Hotel

The hotel is located near the center of Pyatigorsk, near Komsomolsky Park, the memorial of military Glory and the church. The reception is open 24 hours a day. Cleaning is carried out daily.

For residents, access to the sports club with sauna, hammam, swimming pool, gym is free from 7 to 10 am. Spa services are also available.

The stylish and spacious rooms are ready to receive their guests. All amenities are provided for you, including upholstered furniture and a bathroom. The window offers a beautiful view of the city.

There is a buffet restaurant on site. Breakfast in the room is available upon request. Refreshing drinks can be enjoyed at the bar. Room service is available.

The distance to Mineralnye Vody Airport is 18 km, and the railway station is about two kilometers away. 

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The Intourist Hotel

It is located in the center of Pyatigorsk, just a 5-minute walk from the mineral springs of the city. It offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk.

It offers rooms with a balcony, a private bathroom with free toiletries and a TV with cable channels. Most rooms offer views of the Caucasus Mountains.

The Rendezvous Restaurant serves Caucasian and European cuisine.

Guests can play billiards at the hotel.

Pyatigorsk Central Train Station is 3 km from the Intourist Hotel, and Mineralnye Vody Airport is a 25-minute drive away. A shuttle service can be arranged for an additional fee.

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The Korona Hotel or The Rossiya Hotel or 1 night

Tour conditions

Group
From 12 to 30 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
Russia, Stavropol Territory, Pyatigorsk

Included in price

  • group transfers from Mineralnye Vody Airport and Pyatigorsk railway station to the hotel on the first day of the tour upon arrival, meeting at 13:00;
  • group transfer to the airport and Mineralnye Vody railway station on the final day of the tour for evening flights/trains later than 19:00;
  • group transfer to Nalchik Airport and railway station on the final day of the tour for evening flights/trains later than 18:00;
  • accommodation in hotels according to the tour program in Pyatigorsk/Nalchik;
  • meals — breakfast;
  • guided tours with professional guides and qualified drivers;
  • entrance tickets to the objects of visits according to the program of excursions, environmental fees of nature reserves.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody / Pyatigorsk and back from Nalchik / Mineralnye Vody;
  • cable car ticket to Elbrus region: Azau station – Mir station - 2700 rub.;
  • nutrition: 
    • picnic lunches or lunches along the tour route (paid on site. The cost and composition of the group set menu are presented in the tour descriptions. The price may vary);
    • dinners;
  • the resort fee or tax is paid independently upon check-in at the hotel;
  • individual transfers from/to the airport and railway station, as well as any individual transportation service.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

Travel clothes should be, first of all, comfortable. Please take with you what you usually wear for hiking and recreation. When planning a visit to protected areas and mountain gorges, sneakers with durable and non-slippery soles are best suited.

Regardless of the predicted weather conditions, it is necessary to take several warm clothes, several pairs of replacement shoes, and rain clothes on the trip; they will be useful in case of a cold snap. 

Sun hats, cream, sunglasses. Sunglasses are a must-have attribute in the mountains regardless when you travel in winter or summer. Clothing that covers the shoulders and arms during the daytime hours of active sun.

When visiting shrines, you will need appropriate clothing. In the mosque, women need to wear clothes that will cover the whole body, only the face and hands remain open, trousers are also not allowed. It is enough for men to wear trousers and a shirt with sleeves to visit the mosque.

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    Alyona
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    1 Jun, 2026
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    I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the tour providers for their professionalism and attention to detail. Everything was thoughtfully planned, from the itinerary to the warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the trip. a special thank-you goes to our guide, Dmitri. Thanks to him, every participant felt cared for and included. We shared many laughs, had wonderful conversations about the mountains, and truly enjoyed every moment of the journey. I would also like to thank our driver, Yuri, for his calm demeanor, confidence behind the wheel, and the sense of safety he provided every step of the way. in the mountains, that kind of reliability is priceless. Thank you for your professionalism, patience, and positive spirit. Traveling with you was more than just getting from one place to another - it was an essential part of a truly unforgettable adventure ! ✨🏔
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    Zhanna
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    29 May, 2026
    I would especially like to highlight the excellent organization of the tour. Everything was arranged at the highest level: comfortable minibus transfers, well-located hotels, precise scheduling, and great attention to detail. I was particularly impressed that we traveled through Dagestan and Chechnya during the holy month of Ramadan, when Muslims observe strict fasting. Because of this, many cafés and restaurants were closed during the day, and even some grocery stores were not operating. Nevertheless, this did not prevent us from discovering the delicious Caucasian cuisine, hearty breakfasts and lunches were organized for us everywhere we went. I would also like to thank our guides for their courtesy, punctuality, and the fascinating way they introduced us to the culture and traditions of the peoples of the Caucasus.
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    Svetlana Neustroeva
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    20 May, 2026
    A huge thank you to the providers and the entire team!!!! 🤝👍 My husband and I went on a weekend tour to North Ossetia, and we absolutely loved it. I completely fell in love with the mountains ❤️ the scenery was so breathtaking it literally made my head spin. It’s unbelievably beautiful there 😍!!:) The trip lasted 4 days : the first day included a sightseeing tour, followed by three days in the mountains with skiing, snowboarding, and visits to the thermal springs. Everything was pleasant and well organized right from the booking stage. All of our additional questions were answered in great detail, everything was honest and transparent :) which is really important :D You can tell that everything has been carefully thought out: the service was attentive without being intrusive, and everyone involved was genuinely friendly and passionate about their work!:) We will definitely travel with “Big Country” again!! If you’re still hesitating - don’t overthink it, just choose a tour and go!!! :D The company of these wonderful people will truly make your trip unforgettable! Special thanks to our guide, Akhshar 🫶🏻 we were so happy to meet you!