Arkhyz. Ski tour

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The ski tour takes place at the Romantic resort in Arkhyz, the freshest, youngest and most modern resort in the Caucasus. There are new comfortable lifts, well-groomed snowmobile trails. Gondola and chairlifts quickly lift tourists to the top of the slopes.

It is very pleasant to ride here both in the open mountain areas and in the fir forest. The resort is decorated with dozens of cafes, music is playing around. In short, Arkhyz resort is now one of the most comfortable vacation spots in the Caucasus!

Location

Russia, Stavropol Territory, Mineralnye Vody

from

US$ 509

US$ 433

Early
booking

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

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Tour highlights

Variety of trails

Arkhyz has excellent green trails for beginners and a whole network of blue, red and black trails that are waiting for their professionals

Relaxation in thermal springs

Let's relax and relieve stress in the warm mineral waters of the Pearl of the Caucasus

A comfortable stay

All chairlifts are covered with protective glasses from wind and snow, which adds comfort to vacationers

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting. Thermal springs "Pearl of the Caucasus"
12:30 Gathering of the group at the airport and at the railway station in Mineralnye Vody.
Transfer by minibus to the village. Arkhyz (about 3.5 hours).
Thermal springs "Pearl of the Caucasus".
A trip to the thermal complex at the beginning of the tour is a great way to relax and relieve stress!
In the Pearl of the Caucasus, the pools are filled with mineral water directly from underground sources.
The pools are located both indoors and directly in the open air, the water temperature in them ranges from 27 to 43C.
The water is warm, so it's nice to swim in the thermal springs even in winter.
The composition of water includes iodine, zinc, potassium, calcium, and sodium.
It cleanses the human body, rejuvenates and gives a boost of energy!
Bathing accessories (swimsuit, towel, flip-flops, hair clip) should be packed in a separate bag in advance and taken with you on the bus.
Then we go to the village of Arkhyz.
After checking into the hotel, we will take a sightseeing tour of the village.
Active part of the tour: 3 km on foot.

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Day 2 - Skiing at the Romantic resort
Our group will live in the village of Arkhyz, which is located at a distance of 10 km from the ski resort "Romantic".
In the morning, the transfer takes us to the resort, and in the evening it brings us back to the hotel.
Today is our first day on the mountain!
Together with the instructor, we study the ski resort, the scheme of lifts.
The instructor will definitely tell you which tracks to start your skating from.
If you need to rent equipment, you can rent downhill skis or snowboards at the Romantic resort.
In the afternoon, we will all gather together in a cafe and discuss skiing over a delicious lunch.
Let's get some rest — and go for a ride again until the evening!

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Day 3 - Skiing at the Romantic resort
We continue skiing and snowboarding.
We master new tracks, hone our skills and just enjoy skiing.

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Day 4 - Trekking to the Karch observation deck is for you
To give our feet a little rest from skiing, today we are going on a walking tour through the fir forests of the Caucasus.
Those tourists who still want to ride today, the transfer will take them to the snowy slopes of the ski resort.
The Karch Rock is for you, the observation deck, the Alan Tower.
After leaving the village of Arkhyz, we head towards the Abishira-Akhuba ridge.
A snowy path will take us to the top of the cliff, where ancient ruins have been preserved.
It is said that a temple or fortress once stood here.
There is an amazing observation deck on the Karcha rock, which gives you the opportunity to get acquainted with the circular panorama of Arkhyz!
The Bolshoy Zelenchuk River runs below, the Morkh-Syrty fir ridge and Krasnaya Mountain are right in front of us.
The active part of the tour is 8.4 km, the altitude difference is 1470-1640 m, the duration of the route is 3-4 hours.

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Day 5 - Skiing at the Romantic resort
Do you miss skating?
We take our skis and snowboards again and go up the mountain!
We ride on the mountain and make sure to arrange photo shoots.
If you have colored costumes of squirrels, raccoons or dragons, take them with you on a tour!
A lot of tourists ride in such bright costumes.
Traditionally, we will gather for lunch at one of the local cafes!
Very tasty hichin, lagman, shorpa, shish kebab, herbal tea and mulled wine are prepared here.
You can treat yourself to all this at the resort during lunch.

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Day 6 - Skiing at the Romantic resort
We continue skiing and snowboarding.
We master new tracks, hone our skills and just enjoy skiing.

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Day 7 - Souvenir shops, departure
Friends and family always want to bring pleasant souvenirs from the tour!
Today there will be time to take your time walking around the souvenir market and pick up gifts to suit your taste.
Calendars, magnets, herbal teas, souvenir mugs, blueberry jam, raspberries, cones can be purchased at the market…
As well as colorful shawls and wool socks!
Check-out from the hotel before 12:00.
Transfer by minibus to Mineralnye Vody.
15:00-16:00 Arrival in Mineralnye Vody (airport, railway station), departure home.
Return tickets should be purchased for transport that departs from Mineralnye Vody after 17:00 (trains) and after 18:00 (planes).

Difficulty

Low physical intensity for amateurs and non-experienced travelers

Accommodation

Hotel

6 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel in the village. Arkhyz.

The surcharge for single occupancy in a hotel room is 14,000 rubles / the entire rest period.

The Nezabudka Hotel is located in the village of Arkhyz. It has family rooms.

Room amenities, TV, Wi-Fi, towels are provided. You can ask the administrator for a hair dryer.

The Nezabudka Hotel was built in 2016. All rooms have modern furniture, high-quality plumbing. The hotel has a shoe dryer, washing machine. On the ground floor there is a large kitchen where tourists can cook on their own. The kitchen has a refrigerator, stove, kettle, microwave, slow cooker.

The kitchen, as well as the cozy hall, are places where we always gather as a group for evening games and gatherings.

There is a private parking for cars in the courtyard of the hotel.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 20 tourists

Minimum age

4 years old

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

Russia, Stavropol Territory, Mineralnye Vody

Included in price

transport crossings along the route of Mineralnye Vody — village. Arkhyz — Mineralnye Vody;
group transfer (day 2, 3, 5, 6) in the morning from the village. Arkhyz to the Romantic ski resort and back in the evening;
accommodation in the village Arkhyz hotel: 2, 3-bed accommodation, room facilities;
meals: breakfast (day 2-7) in the cafe (the menu is comprehensive, not individual);
visiting the thermal springs;
downhill skiing instruction;
the group is accompanied by a guide.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody and back;
a subscription for riding a cable car. One-day ski pass for the cable car — 2,500 rubles. Discounts for children from 6 to 14 years old. Insurance is included in the price of the ski pass;
if necessary, ski equipment rental — 800-1300 rubles/day;
to consolidate and improve your skating skills, you can use the services of professional instructors. The cost of the service starts from 2,000 rubles/hour.;
meals: lunches, dinners (we recommend taking tea in a thermos for lunch on the mountain, sandwiches with bacon, sausage, cheese + sweets);
the surcharge for single occupancy in a hotel room is 14,000 rubles/ the entire rest period;
ski insurance.

It's important to know

Skis, boots, poles / snowboard;
ski helmet;
sunscreen mask for skiing;
hat, scarf, gloves (2-3 pairs);
hooded jacket;
fleece. We recommend taking 2 fleeces: one for skiing (it gets a hiking smell quickly enough), the second clean and fresh fleece for walking in the hotel;
T-shirt;
thermal underwear;
ski pants;
sweatpants for the hotel;
sleepwear;
lingerie;
socks;
flip-flops (for walking in a hotel);
swimsuit;
for girls on request: a dress for a photo shoot on the background of mountains;
passport / birth certificate of the child. It is mandatory to have the original documents (not a copy);
camera / video camera and charger;
toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, razor);
hairbrush;
sunglasses;
thermos flask (volume 0.75-1 l);
toilet paper (useful during the day, on the route);
mug, spoon, knife;
wet wipes;
thread, needle;
backpack (volume 20-25 liters);
podpopnik;
shoe dryers;
sunscreen, hygienic lipstick;
individual first aid kit. Required: elastic bandage, patch.

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