Active winter program on Elbrus

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The program is for those who love thrills and adrenaline, who can't sit still, and who are open and ready to learn new things! Full-fledged skiing or snowboarding training, familiarization with the infrastructure of ski villages, the opportunity to take epic photos in snow-covered locations!

In addition to the main training and familiarization program, the tour also includes an excursion trip to the lake, recreational horseback riding and a visit to the sauna.

Location

Russia, Stavropol Territory, Mineralnye Vody

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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)

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Tour highlights

Horseback riding

We will ride through the surrounding mountains, admire the beautiful mountain scenery

Ski resort

Let's feel this wonderful feeling of flying when you rush down the slope, the snow around sparkles and sparkles

Snow fun

We will ride cheesecakes, build snow castles and just have fun

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting. Arrival at the Cheget clearing
We will meet you at the airport at 15:00.
Then we will proceed to the bus and on our way — Cheget glade awaits us, where we will check into a hotel and have dinner.
After dinner, we will talk about the plans for the week, discuss all the nuances, and the guide will answer all your questions.
Before going to bed, you will have a little more free time to dream about the upcoming adventure.
Timing:
15:00 meeting at Mineralnye Vody airport;
18:00 arrival at Cheget meadow, check-in at the hotel;
19:00-20:00 welcome dinner.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, Cheget meadow.
Meals: welcome dinner.
Day 2 - Skiing/snowboarding training
We're going to get up early today.
We have breakfast and move to the training slope.
We must divide into small groups: future skiers and snowboarders will practice separately.
Instructors will help everyone pick up equipment, put it on and try to make the first movements.
We will have 3 hours of training, then a long—awaited lunch, and after that another 2 hours of classes.
In the evening, free time is provided to relax with new friends.
Timing:
08:00-09:00 breakfast;
09:00-10:00 Cheget tour;
10:00-13:00 Skiing/snowboarding training;
13:00-14:00 lunch time;
14:00-16:00 continuation of skiing/snowboarding classes;
16:00 free time.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, Cheget meadow.
Meals: breakfast.
Day 3 - Skiing/snowboarding
Breakfast.
We move to the usual learning slope, where we remember and consolidate the material we have passed within an hour.
Then we pick up the equipment and go to the real track.
Here we will try to go down with an instructor in an organized manner, and then take a ride a couple more times.
We will analyze and work out the errors that have arisen, we will hone the technique.
We go to lunch, and after that we return to the slopes, where we work independently under the supervision of an instructor.
Timing:
08:00-09:00 breakfast at the hotel;
10:00-12:00 skiing/snowboarding under the supervision of an instructor;
12:00-13:30 lunch time;
14:00-16:00 independent skating under the supervision of an instructor;
16:00 free time.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, Cheget meadow.
Meals: breakfast.

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Day 4 - Sightseeing day. Lake Gizhgit
Today's program includes Lake Gizhgit.
The views of the lake and the local surroundings, the beauty of the landscapes in a winter pattern will remain in your memories for a long time.
Here you will hear interesting stories about this lake, take wonderful photos, and taste real mountain tea from a samovar.
The day will be full of impressions and emotions.
Timing:
08:00-09:00 breakfast;
10:30 arrival at Lake Gizhgit;
10:30-11:30 lake tour;
11:30-12:30 tea from the samovar, free time;
13:00-14:30 return to the hotel (Cheget) and free time.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, Cheget meadow.
Meals: breakfast, tea from the samovar.

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Day 5 - Independent skiing on the slope
Today you can visit and get acquainted with the ski resort "Elbrus" on your own, ride along its slopes, walk around the ski complex, enjoy the picturesque views of the mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria.
In the evening, a sauna will be waiting for you, a visit to which helps to relax and relieve fatigue, strengthen health.
Timing:
09:00-10:00 breakfast at the hotel;
11:00-16:00 independent skating under the supervision of an instructor;
17:00-19:00 sauna;
19:00-20:00 return to Cheget.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, Cheget meadow.
Meals: breakfast.
Day 6 - Horseback riding in the Terskol forest
Today, after breakfast, we go for extreme sports and fun in the Terskol forest.
We will take an hour and a half horseback ride through the snow-covered forest.
We return to the hotel and relax.
Timing:
09:00-10:00 breakfast at the hotel;
10:00-12:00 Pick-up and departure;
12:30-14:00 horseback riding;
14:30 return to Cheget and free time.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, Cheget meadow.
Meals: breakfast.
Day 7 - Departure
We have breakfast and pack our bags.
Before lunch, the program includes free time, which can be spent walking around the market and buying souvenirs.
At 14:00 our bus will pick you up and take you to the airport or to the railway station in Mineralnye Vody.
Timing:
09:00-10:00 breakfast;
10:00-14:00 free time;
14:00-18:00 transfer to Mineralnye Vody airport.
Meals: breakfast.

Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Tour organizer's comments

Advanced, you need good physical fitness and endurance.

Accommodation

Hotel

4 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The tour provides accommodation in the Cheget meadow.

The surcharge for single occupancy is 21,000 rubles/ the entire period of the tour.

The possible placement options are presented below. Please specify the details when booking.

"The Snow Leopard"

The Snow Leopard Hotel is located in the village of Terskol. It offers free Wi-Fi.

The hotel offers 110 rooms of various categories for its guests. All are equipped with comfortable furniture and necessary appliances.

If you want to eat, there is a restaurant on site for you, where highly qualified chefs will prepare the most delicious dishes.

The airport is 94 km away and the train station is 92 km away.

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Another option

"Crystal 139"

Kristall 139 Hotel is located in Terskol. For outdoor enthusiasts, there are many leisure options: bowling, billiard room, swimming pool, sauna. Among the services: ski storage, transfer to the right place in the village, laundry, Internet access and much more.

The room stock is presented in several categories, which are equipped with everything necessary. There are standard rooms and higher—class suites for accommodation.

For all residents, half board is included in the price, and lunches can be ordered. In any case, you will not stay hungry.

There are many attractions nearby, as well as entertainment places, it is better to order transport to the airport and railway station, since the distance to them is slightly less than two hundred kilometers.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 14 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Maximum weight of the tourist

120 kg

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

Russia, Stavropol Territory, Mineralnye Vody

Included in price

Meals: breakfast;
visit to the bathhouse;
Welcome dinner;
duration of work with the guide: 2 days — 5 hours; 3 days — 5 hours; 5 days — 6 hours;
hotel accommodation in 2-, 3-bed rooms with all amenities;
horse rental;
instructor's work: no more than 6 people in each mini-group;
transportation services on the route;
Transfer: Mineralnye Vody — Cheget — Mineralnye Vody;
guided tours according to the tour program.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody and back;
meals not specified in the tour program;
climbing on tow roads;
cable car ascents;
rental of ski equipment and cheesecakes;
alpine skiing or snowboarding instructor services;
additional services that are not included in the main package.

Additionally, you can order:

private transfer;
additional excursions;
the surcharge for 1-bed accommodation is 21,000 rubles/ the entire period of the tour;

It's important to know

comfortable clothes and outfits for photo shoots;
comfortable shoes for the season;
a raincoat (preferably not a disposable one) or a membrane jacket;
a waterproof windproof jacket and warm clothes for climbing the mountains;
sunglasses and cream (the sun is very active in the mountains);
a personal first aid kit if necessary.

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