An active winter program. On the snowy wave of Arkhyz

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In winter, only the most special people come to the Caucasus – brave, brave, loving extreme sports, beauty and the wind in their face.

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 ancient temples, recreational trips on ATVs or snowmobiles and a visit to the sauna.

Location

Russia, Stavropol Territory, Mineralnye Vody

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Tour highlights

Snowmobiling to the waterfalls

We will take a two-hour snowmobile ride through the snow-covered forest

Ski delight

Let's feel this wonderful feeling of flying when you rush down the slope past the pines and the speed takes your breath away

The history of Alanya

Immerse yourself in the magic of time, treading in the footsteps of ancient civilizations

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting. Arrival in Arykhz
We will meet you at the airport at 3 p.m.
Then we will proceed to the bus and on our way — Arkhyz 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 get ready for the upcoming adventure.
Timing:
15:00 meeting at the airport;
18:30 arrival in Arkhyz, check-in at the hotel;
19:00-20:00 welcome dinner.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, village Arkhyz.
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 need to split up 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, followed by a long—awaited lunch, and after that - 2 more hours of classes.
In the evening, free time is provided to relax with new friends.
Timing:
08:00-09:00 breakfast at the hotel;
10:00-13:00 ski/snowboard training;
13:00-14:30 lunch time;
15:00-17:00 continuation of skiing/snowboarding training;
17:00 free time.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, village Arkhyz.
Meals: breakfast.

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Day 3 - Skiing/snowboarding
Breakfast.
We move to the usual learning slope, where we recall and consolidate the material we have learned for an hour.
Then we pick up our gear and go to the real, green highway.
Here we will try to descend in an organized manner with an instructor, and then 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;
14:00-17:00 independent skating under the supervision of an instructor;
17:00 free time.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, village Arkhyz.
Meals: breakfast.

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Day 4 - Nizhne-Arkhyz settlement and observatory of the SAO RAS
Today's program includes the Nizhne–Arkhyz settlement and the observatory of the SAO RAS.
Nizhne-Arkhyzskoye settlement is a unique historical and cultural complex.
According to Masudi, an Arab historian, it was here that the capital of Alanya, the city of Maas, was located.
Immerse yourself in the magic of time, treading in the footsteps of ancient civilizations, and give Arkhyz the opportunity to tell you his stories.
Next, you will visit the observatory of the SAO RAS.
Currently, the observatory is the largest Russian astronomical center for ground-based observations of the universe.
Timing:
08:00-09:00 breakfast at the hotel;
09:30 Nizhny Arkhyz;
10:00-12:00 guided tour of Nizhne-Arkhyz settlement;
12:00-13:00 lunch time;
14:00-15:00 guided tour of the Observatory of the Russian Academy of Sciences;
16:00 arrival in Arkhyz and free time.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, village Arkhyz.
Meals: breakfast.

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Day 5 - Independent skiing on the slope
Today you can enjoy skiing or snowboarding, get new emotions and impressions from staying at the ski resort complex-Arkhyz.
The day will end with a visit to the sauna.
Timing:
08:00-09:00 breakfast at the hotel;
10:00-16:00 independent skating under the supervision of an instructor;
17:00-19:00 sauna.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, village Arkhyz.
Meals: breakfast.
Day 6 - Snowmobile trip to Sofia Waterfalls
Today, after breakfast, we will go for extreme sports and fun to the Sofia Waterfalls.
We will take a two-hour snowmobile ride through the snowy forest.
We will make stops near the best locations, you will be able to capture the amazing views of the Arkhyz mountains.
Next, you will have free time at the waterfalls themselves.
Then you will return to Arkhyz.
During the day, you will be able to update your social networks with new photos, get new emotions and impressions, visit one of the best locations in Arkhyz and recharge the energy of these places.
Timing:
08:00-09:00 breakfast at the hotel;
09:00-10:00 pick-up and departure;
10:00-11:30 travel time to Sofia Waterfalls;
11:30-12:30 free time at Sofia Waterfalls;
13:30 return to Arkhyz;
13:30 free time.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, village Arkhyz.
Meals: breakfast.

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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 railway station in Mineralnye Vody.
Timing:
09:00-10:00 breakfast;
10:00-14:00 free time;
14:00-17:30 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

Guest House

4 nights

Comfort

Basic+

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel.

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 Korona Country Hotel is located in the village of Arkhyz. Free Wi-Fi, parking, and ski storage are at guests' disposal.

Rooms of various categories are available for accommodation. Each room has comfortable beds, a wardrobe, a kettle, a TV with digital TV, a bathroom with a shower. The windows offer stunning views of the mountains and the surrounding nature.

The hotel serves a continental breakfast, lunch and dinner can be ordered from the menu.

The nearest airport is in Mineralnye Vody (162 km).

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Tour conditions

Group

From 1 to 14 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

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;
instructor's work: no more than 6 people in each mini-group;
transportation services on the route;
Transfer: Mineralnye Vody — Arkhyz — Mineralnye Vody;
guided tours according to the tour program;
snowmobiling / quad biking.

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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Reviews

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Dmitry

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14 Mar, 2025

The tour provider responded to all questions promptly and efficiently arranged the transfer and hotel. The guide was a knowledgeable and reliable professional.