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Sightseeing bus tour of Karachay-Cherkessia. A farewell kiss with autumn, which is especially picturesque in these parts.

A tour of Arkhyz and Dombay in autumn will leave vivid impressions of the history of the places and the incredible beauty of nature. We will visit the main attractions of the two main resorts of the republic, which preserve the memory of ancient times, the history of space exploration, rare flora and fauna.

Location

G. Mineralnye Vody

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Tour highlights

The greatness of Moussa Achitara Mountain

Let's admire the panoramas of the snow-capped peaks from the observation deck and breathe in the clean mountain air

Mysteries and riddles of the cosmos

We will visit the Astrophysical Observatory of the Russian Academy of Sciences, where we will see the largest telescope in Europe

Immersion in history

Let's go to the protected museum of antiquity, where high mountains have become not only witnesses of time, but also keepers of secrets

Free day

Hiking, horseback riding, quad biking — there will be a whole day for entertainment or outdoor recreation

Active leisure

We will go hiking in the Amanauz gorge to the fascinating waterfall

Gastronomic flavor

Let's try the most delicious treats from the dishes of generous Caucasian cuisine

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Arkhyz
We will meet you at the airport or at the Mineralnye Vody railway station.
After the meeting, you will go to the best ski resort in Russia — Arkhyz, the road to Arkhyz runs through the picturesque corners of Karachay-Cherkessia, You can enjoy the autumn beauty of the republic.
Arrival in Arkhyz will be marked by check-in at the hotel and a delicious dinner.
Timing of the day:
13:00-14:00 meeting at Mineralnye Vody airport;
14:00-18:00 transfer to Arkhyz;
18:30 check-in at the hotel;
19:00-20:00 dinner.
Accommodation: recreation center/hotel in the village. Arkhyz.

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Day 2 - Arkhyz. Nizhne-Arkhyz settlement. Telescopes of the Astrophysical Observatory
In Arkhyz, you will go on an excursion to the archaeological and historical complex of the Nizhne-Arkhyz settlement, where you will see the temples of the tenth century, climb to the rock icon — the Face of Christ.
On a journey through Karachay-Cherkessia, antiquity gives way to modernity, — at an altitude of 2070 m there is a complex of telescopes of the astrophysical observatory.
The autumn views of the velvety multicolour of the Arkhyz mountains opening from a height are a delightful background for your photos!
Timing of the day:
09:00-10:00 breakfast;
10:00-12:00 Pick-up and departure;
12:30 arrival in Nizhny Arkhyz;
12:30-13:30 lunch at the cafe;
13:30-15:00 guided tour of the Nizhne-Arkhyz settlement;
15:30-16:00 The Face of Christ;
16:20-17:00 Observatory of the Russian Academy of Sciences;
17:30 arrival in Arkhyz.
Accommodation: recreation center/hotel in the village. Arkhyz.
Meals: breakfast at the hotel.

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Day 3 - Arkhyz. Free day
On this day of travel in the North Caucasus, you can arrange an autumn holiday to your liking.
Surrender to the embrace of autumn — nature has already arranged an extravaganza for you!
Hiking and horseback riding, quad biking and jipping — choose entertainment and relax to the fullest!
The cable car of the Romantic complex will lift you to a height of 2500 m, and you will see such panoramas of the royal chain of mountains that you will not see even on the canvases of great painters!
Today, on an excursion bus tour in the Caucasus, is the best day for unique, only your photo shoots in the Arkhyz mountains!
Accommodation: recreation center/hotel in the village. Arkhyz.
Meals: breakfast and dinner at the hotel.

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Day 4 - Teberda. Shoanin and Sentin temples
The Karachay-Cherkess Republic is famous not only for its natural diversity, but also for its historical monuments.
Today you will go to Teberda.
On the way to Teberda, you will visit the Shoanin and Sentin temples, ancient Christian Byzantine temples dating back to the 10th-12th centuries.
You will hear interesting and fascinating stories about the times of the Alan kingdom, you will be able to immerse yourself in history and see from the height of the temple complexes the routes of ancient caravans.
Timing of the day:
09:00-10:00 breakfast;
10:00-12:00 group gathering, check-out and departure;
13:30 arrival at the Shoan Temple;
13:30-14:30 Shoan Temple;
15:00-16:00 lunch at a cafe in Karachayevsk;
16:30-17:30 Sentinsky Temple;
18:00 arrival in Teberda;
18:20 check-in at the hotel in Teberda;
18:30-20:00 dinner.
Accommodation: recreation center/hotel in Teberda.
Meals: breakfast at the hotel.

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Day 5 - Dombai. Cable car ascent to Moussa Achitara mountain. Devil's Mill Waterfall. Teberda
On an excursion tour in the Caucasus, it's time for the third world-famous resort in Karachay-Cherkessia!
In Dombai, you will climb the Moussa Achitara Mountain.
A cable lift will take you to a height of more than 3,000 m, and you will see a 30-kilometer chain of peaks of the Main Caucasian Ridge, deep Dombai gorges, and in clear weather – even two heads of the gigantic stratovolcano Elbrus!
Add to this a lunch of generous Caucasian cuisine on the mountain, a walk in the Amanauz gorge to the fascinating Devil's Mill waterfall.
Timing of the day:
09:00-10:00 breakfast;
10:00-11:00 Pick-up and departure;
11:30 arrival at the cable car in Dombay;
11:30-13:30 Moussa Achitara: ascent, sightseeing and descent;
14:00-15:00 lunch;
15:00-16:00 hike to the Devil's Mill waterfall;
16:00-16:30 Devil's Mill Waterfall: photographing in the background and relaxing;
17:30 Dombai;
18:10 arrival in Teberda;
18:30-19:30 dinner.
Accommodation: recreation center/hotel in Teberda.
Meals: breakfast and dinner at the hotel, lunch on the route.

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Day 6 - Teberdinsky National Park. Shumka Waterfall
Today you will get acquainted with the amazing flora and fauna.
You will visit the Teberdinsky National Park, where you will get acquainted with the most outlandish and interesting animals, many of which are listed in the Red Book.
Also on this day you will see the amazing beauty of the Shumka waterfall.
Enjoy the amazing nature of picturesque Teberda and update your social networks with colorful photos.
Timing of the day:
09:00-10:00 breakfast;
11:00-13:00 visit to Teberdinsky National Park;
13:00-14:00 lunch at a cafe in Teberda;
14:00-15:00 walking tour to the Shumka waterfall;
15:00-15:30 Shumka Waterfall: photographing and relaxing;
16:30 arrival in Teberda;
18:00-19:00 dinner at the hotel.
Accommodation: recreation center/hotel in Teberda.
Meals: breakfast and dinner at the hotel, lunch at the cafe.

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Day 7 - Jamaghat narzans. Departure
Before leaving, you will go for a walk along the picturesque Dzhamagat gorge to the narzans of the same name, the road runs through interesting mountain trails.
The springs themselves have been known for their healing properties since antiquity.
Narzan water is saturated with carbon dioxide, iron, calcium and magnesium, it is useful for improving the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, strengthening immunity and general improvement of the body.
Timing of the day:
09:00-10:00 breakfast;
10:00-11:00 pick-up, check-out and departure;
11:20-12:20 hiking to the Dzhamagat narzans from the checkpoint (we drive to the checkpoint by car);
12:20-12:50 Jamaghat narzans: photographing and relaxing;
13:50 arrival in Teberda;
14:00-15:00 lunch at the cafe;
15:00-18:30 transfer to Mineralnye Vody.
Accommodation: recreation center/hotel in Teberda.
Meals: breakfast at the hotel, lunch at a local cafe.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Tour organizer's comments

Basic, physical activity is minimal.

Accommodation

Hotel

8 nights

Comfort

Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in 2-, 3-bed standard rooms.

The surcharge for single occupancy is 15,000 rubles / the entire period of the tour.

The Gold Star Hotel is located in Dombai, that is, in an urban-type settlement, which is the most popular mountain ski resort in Russia. The windows offer a beautiful view of the mountains.

The number of rooms is 20 spacious rooms. All rooms are decorated in a classic style. Each has a private bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink and free toiletries.

There is also a restaurant on site serving local dishes, as well as Russian and European dishes.

A conference room with related equipment is available for business meetings and other events.

There are several cable cars nearby. The city center is 0.4 km away. The nearest airport is 157 km away, and the railway station is 159.9 km away.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 1 to 16 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

G. Mineralnye Vody

Included in price

airport — hotel — airport transfer;
nutrition: breakfasts, lunches, dinners;
accommodation in 2-, 3-bed standard rooms;
transportation services on the route;
services of a tour guide.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody and back;
private transfer;
meals not included in the tour program;
excursions not included in the tour program;
entrance fees and eco-collections;
individual excursions;
the surcharge for single occupancy is 15,000 rubles/ the entire period of the tour;
the resort fee.

It's important to know

outfits for photo shoots, towels, slippers (not disposable);
personal first aid kit and insect repellent (if necessary);
a raincoat (preferably not a disposable one) or a membrane jacket;
waterproof windproof jacket and warm clothes for climbing mountains;
sunglasses, lipstick and cream: the sun is very active in the mountains;
comfortable sports hiking shoes for the season (not to be confused with sneakers and ballet flats!);
cash (the network catches poorly in the mountains);
lightweight long sleeve shirt. The shirt will protect your arms and neck from burning;
cap / panama hat;
1 l plastic bottle (for drinking water on the route).

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Autumn kiss in the Caucasus