Active tour to the gorges of the Central Caucasus

How to get acquainted with the culture of the 3 republics of the Caucasus in just 6 days? We are going on a trip to the gorges of the Central Caucasus.

We will feel the atmosphere of modern Grozny, get acquainted with the history of Ossetia and go on a hike to the tower complexes of the ancient villages of Ingushetia. We will stop at the thermal springs and swim in the pool with mineral water of volcanic origin.

Location

Chechen Republic, Grozny
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Duration
6 Days
5 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 3 – 8 May
    • 10 – 15 May
    • 17 – 22 May
    • 24 – 29 May
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
From 5 to 40 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
Chechen Republic, Grozny
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Relaxation in the sources
Relax at the Biragzang thermal springs with mineral water
Hike to the Midagraba waterfalls
We will make an easy trekking along the gorge of the same name to the mysterious waterfalls
Swing over the abyss
Swing on a swing overlooking the Fiagdon Valley
The largest lake in the North Caucasus
We are waiting for a business card of the Chechen Republic, which is located at an altitude of 1869 meters above sea level
Alan evening
We will visit the ethno-national style show program with dinner and tasting
The romance of Grozny
Let's see the most popular locations of the renovated capital of Chechnya

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Sightseeing tour in Grozny

    Arrival in Grozny no later than 15:00: by air or by train or by car.

    Meeting and gathering of the group, transfer to the hotel, accommodation.

    Gathering in the hotel lobby.

    17:00 Sightseeing tour in Grozny: Grozny City — Flower Park — Heart of Chechnya Mosque — Archangel Michael Temple — Prospect M. Esambayeva — Walk of Fame.

    Accommodation in Grozny/Shali, hotels: Tiynalla 3*/Berkat 3*/Shali city 3*.

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  • Day 2 - Grozny — Kezenoi Am Khoy — Shali — Vladikavkaz
  • Day 3 - An exciting trip to mountainous Ingushetia
  • Day 4 - Alagir gorge — Tsey — hike to the Tsey glacier — Biragzang
  • Day 5 - Karmadon — Dargavs — Midagraba waterfalls — Kurtatinsky Gorge
  • Day 6 - Kurtatinsky gorge — Upper Fiagdon — Archon pass. Departure
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity
Tour organizer's comments

Active recreation: excursions + hiking.

Difficulty level: moderate, does not require special training.

Suitable for: for tourists who do not have contraindications to active physical activity from 7 to 70 years old.

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale
  • Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in hotels.

The cost of the tour per room, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

PlacementRoom categoryPrice validity period

Dbl

2-local

Twin

2-local

Single

1-local

Triple

3-local

DBL+CH

2bz+1reb

Breakfast

Breakfast

Berkat 3* — Kadgaron Hotel 3*standard03.05.2025-05.10.2025748507485045300104400101250Sw. table
Berkat 3* — Planeta Lux 3 Hotel*standard03.05.2025-05.10.2025790507905045600112500108450Sw. table
Berkat 3* — Planeta Lux 3 Hotel*Junior Suite03.05.2025-05.10.2025832508325057600121500117450Sw. table
Berkat 3* — Vladikavkaz 4 Hotel*standard03.05.2025-05.10.2025898508985065100128700121050Sw. table
Berkat 3* — Vladikavkaz 4 Hotel*comfort03.05.2025-05.10.2025952509525070500135900128250Sw. table
Berkat 3* — Vladikavkaz 5 Park Hotel*standard03.05.2025-05.10.2025127650167850102900 -185850Sw. table

With a 3-bed accommodation option, hotels/campsites along the route provide DBL/TWN + extras. a bed or sofa, or three separate beds (depending on the hotel's facilities).

Vladikavkaz or Park Hotel Vladikavkaz or 4 nights
Vladikavkaz

The Vladikavkaz Hotel is located in the heart of Vladikavkaz with a magnificent view of the Terek River and the indescribable beauty of the peaks of the mountain ranges. The Kosta Khetagurov Park and the National Museum are located in the immediate vicinity.

It offers 203 stylish and ergonomic rooms with everything you need for a relaxing stay; TV, kettle, air conditioning, bathroom with toiletries and towels.

The hotel has a luxurious restaurant with several halls. There is also a lobby bar with various drinks and small snacks. There are several banquet halls with different capacities.

Services for renting a comfortable conference room equipped with modern technology are provided. The distance between the Vladikavkaz Hotel and the airport is 27 km, and the railway station is 3 km away.

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Another option
Park Hotel Vladikavkaz

Park Hotel Vladikavkaz 4* is located in Vladikavkaz at 73a Kotsoeva Street. According to the guests, the hotel has a rating of 10 out of 10. The building of the hotel "m" was built in 2021. There is a conference room on site. If you are concerned about security, we offer a 24-hour security service.

The Park Hotel Vladikavkaz provides its guests with a shuttle service from/to the airport (for a fee). If you are traveling by car or have rented one, the hotel provides parking services.

The 128 rooms of the hotel are located on 10 floors. Accommodation is considered according to the rules: check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has different rooms: non-smoking rooms.

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"Planet Lux"

Planet Lux Hotel is located in a historic building in the center of Vladikavkaz, a 5-minute walk from Spartak Stadium and Komsomolsky Park. Free WiFi is provided.

The bright, classic-style rooms feature a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The bathroom comes with free toiletries.

There is a restaurant on site. Vladikavkaz Train Station is a 10-minute walk from the Planet Lux Hotel. Vladikavkaz Airport is a 30-minute drive away.

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"Kadgaron"

If you are planning a trip to Vladikavkaz and are going to travel a lot around the city, then you should consider the Kadgaron Hotel. The facilities of the complex make it possible to accommodate tourists and business travelers with equal comfort. The quality of service fully justifies its price.

The facilities here include: TV, bathroom, air conditioning. In 2006, the interior of the premises was renovated.

In the restaurant, guests can enjoy dishes of both national and familiar European cuisine. The banquet hall is perfect for holding various kinds of events.

The hotel has a great location — it is located in the very center, not far from the train station.

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Berkat

The Berkat Hotel is located in the central part of the city of Grozny. There is a picturesque park with a fountain around the hotel.

Guests can stay in comfortable and cozy rooms of various price categories. All rooms have a bathroom, TV and air conditioning.

Cafes and shops are also within walking distance.

For business communication, the hotel has a spacious conference room equipped with all the necessary modern equipment.

The Colosseum Sports hall is located nearby, and the Heart of Chechnya Mosque is a 15-minute walk away. The train station is an 8-minute drive away, and Grozny Airport is a 14-minute drive away.

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Tour conditions

Group
From 5 to 40 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
6 days 5 nights
Group meets at
Chechen Republic, Grozny

Included in price

  • group transfers from the airport and railway station of Grozny to the hotels on the first day upon arrival from 08:00 to 15:00;
  • group transfer to Vladikavkaz airport and railway station upon departure on the final day of the tour for flights/trains later than 19:00;
  • accommodation in hotels according to the program of the tour in Grozny/ Vladikavkaz with breakfast;
  • guided tours and hikes according to the program with professional tour 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 Grozny and back from Vladikavkaz;
  • excursions, entertainment, and entrance tickets to facilities not included in the tour program;
  • ticket to Biragzang thermal complex — 600 rub.;
  • meals along the tour route: picnic lunch or lunch are paid on site, dinners;
  • the resort fee or tax is paid independently upon check-in at the hotel;
  • private transfers from/to Vladikavkaz airport and railway station/Grozny, as well as any individual transportation service.

Book in advance, the number of seats is limited:

  • Alan evening show program in ethno-national style with dinner and tasting:
    • adult — 2,400 rubles.;
    • child under 18 years of age — 2,000 rubles.;
    • children's menu, up to 8 years old — 800 rubles.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

The weather in the mountains can be changeable: therefore, we take raincoats with us, comfortable and practical shoes are mandatory.

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Dates and Prices

  • from
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    3 – 8 May 6 days 5 nights
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  • from
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    10 – 15 May 6 days 5 nights
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  • from
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    17 – 22 May 6 days 5 nights
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  • from
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    24 – 29 May 6 days 5 nights
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  • from
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    31 May – 5 Jun 6 days 5 nights
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Reviews

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    Elena
    about provider
    31 Mar, 2025
    Everything was well-organized, right on schedule, with no delays or unexpected surprises. Thank you for a carefully planned trip!
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    Irina
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    6 Mar, 2025
    The tour manager arranged everything upon request. Confirmation was received within a few hours, and all the tour details were provided in full.