In this tour we will show the flat and mountainous parts of Ingushetia and Ossetia, the cities of Magas, Vladikavkaz, Grozny, and also go to Dagestan to the largest in Europe and the deepest in the world Sulak Canyon. We will taste delicious national dishes and arrange tea parties in the fresh air.
Location
Russia, Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz
Russia, Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz
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Tour highlights
Ancient temples and towers
We will see one of the oldest Christian churches and mountain tower complexes
Landscapes like from a photo postcard
Let's take a lot of beautiful pictures against the backdrop of the multifaceted landscapes of the Caucasus
The magic of the Terrible
We will visit Grozny City, churches, mosques and a beautiful flower park
Gastronomic flavor
Let's get acquainted with the dishes of the national cuisine and be sure to fall in love with it
The greatness of the Sulak Canyon
Let's admire the most beautiful location in Dagestan — the canyon, surpassing even the Grand Canyon in depth
The descent of the Kolka glacier
We will see the place of Sergei Bodrov's death – the Karmadon gorge, where the village was completely destroyed as a result of the collapse of the glacier
Itinerary
Day 1 -
Meeting. Tour of the lowland part of Ingushetia
Group meeting at Vladikavkaz airport.
Group transfer from 12:00-13:00.
14:00 Lunch.
15:30 Guided tour of the plain of Ingushetia.
Visit to the Memorial of Memory and Glory complex, dedicated to the main memorable dates and events of Ingushetia.
Visit to the ethnographic museum in the Tower of Concord, the tallest tower in Ingushetia with an observation deck.
Dinner (extra charge).
Check-in at the Smart Hotel in Magas (alternative to the Artis Plaza Hotel).
Meals: lunch. Breakfast and dinner on your own.
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Day 2 -
Tour of mountainous Ingushetia
08:00-09:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure with things to mountainous Ingushetia.
09:00 Guided tour of mountainous Ingushetia:
The Assinsky Gorge is not just a canyon, but one of the most scenic routes in the North Caucasus.;
The Erzya Nature Reserve, whose name translates as "eagle", is located in two districts of Ingushetia — Sunzhensky and Dzheyrakhsky.;
Targim— refers to the castle—type tower settlements, which were built in the XV-XVII centuries.;
Khamkhi — the tower buildings of which have a severe monumental appearance, are perched on a steep rocky slope.
The Thaba-Yerdy Temple is one of the oldest early Christian temples in Ingushetia, most likely built in the eighth century AD.;
Vnushkiis the winner of the "7 Wonders of Russia" contest;
The Egikal is one of the largest medieval tower complexes.
13:00-14:00 Lunch.
Continuation of the tour:
The Ceylomsky pass offers an unforgettable view of the main rocky Caucasian ridge, Mount Kazbek and the Targim basin.;
The Erzi Tower Complexis one of the largest tower complexes in Ingushetia. It was here that the famous bronze eagle, dating back to the 8th century, was discovered in the 19th century.
Check-in in the main building of the Armkhi LOCK, if there are no places: in the buildings "Chaika", "Turk" or apartments in Armkhi.
Dinner (extra charge).
Meals: breakfast and lunch. Dinner on your own.
Day 3 -
Sightseeing tour of Ossetia
08:00-09:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Departure to Ossetia.
Sightseeing tour of the most significant and memorable places of Ossetia:
Dargavs, or as it is called in another way - "The City of the Dead", has been one of the main attractions of the republic for many years, attracting the attention of tourists.
The place of Sergey Bodrov's death is the Karmadon gorge. Where, as a result of the glacier's descent, the village of Verkhny Karmadon was completely destroyed.
The Fiagdon gorge. Here, a Fiagdon roars through the wild rocks overgrown with pines.
Tourists here like to take beautiful photos on a swing over a precipice, as well as to contemplate the surroundings with snow caps, sitting on a bench right on the edge of the gorge.
After a short rest, you will go to a place shrouded in myths and legends – the ancient tower of Kurt and Tag.
15:00 Lunch.
16:00 Vladikavkaz city tour.
18:30 Check-in at the Planet Lux Hotel (an alternative to the Imperial Hotel or an equivalent substitute).
Dinner (extra charge).
Meals: breakfast and lunch. Dinner on your own.
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Day 4 -
Tour of Grozny
08:00-09:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
9:00 Departure to Grozny.
10:30 Grozny City Tour:
The Church of St. Michael the Archangel.
The Heart of Chechnya Mosqueis one of the largest mosques in the world. This is not only a place of worship for all professing Islam, but also one of the main attractions of the Chechen capital.
Grozny City is a complex of high-rise buildings in Grozny, located in the city center. The total area of the complex is 4.5 hectares. Seven high-rise buildings have been built here.
Flower Park, popularly known as "Park of Wonders" and "Lovers Park", is one of the most popular places in Grozny.
2:30 p.m. Lunch.
Check-in at the Nokhcho Star Hotel (alternative to Edelweiss, Berkat).
The English Castle, built in the 1920s in the Zavodsky district of Grozny by order of the British oil company Shell, has become a true architectural gem of the city in a short time.
Originally built as an oil research institute building, it is now known as the "English Castle in Grozny."
Impressive walls and towers, exquisite decor and many historical objects inside the castle create an atmosphere of adventure and mystery.
Each guest will be able to walk through the corridors and halls that bring the imagination to life and take them back to the era of knights and princesses.
Shawls. The mosque "The Pride of Muslims". The mosque in the city of Shali is considered the largest Muslim prayer building in the European part of Eurasia.
Return to the hotel.
Dinner (extra charge).
Meals: breakfast and lunch. Dinner on your own.
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Day 5 -
Dagestan. Sulak Canyon
08:00-09:00 Breakfast.
9:00 Departure to Dagestan.
Chirkeyskoye reservoir. The largest reservoir in the North Caucasus was formed for the construction of the Chirkeyskaya hydroelectric power station.
13:00 Lunch at a restaurant in one of the best trout farms in Dagestan.
Sulak Canyonis one of the most beautiful in the world and the deepest canyon in Europe.
It surpasses even the Grand Canyon in Arizona in depth.
From the observation deck in Dubki village we will admire the turquoise waters of Sulak, enjoy the beauty and power of Sulak Canyon.
Next, our way lies to the village of Zubutli.
Descent to Zubutli village and boating for an additional fee (the cost depends on the number of people).
17:00 Return to Grozny.
Dinner (extra charge).
Meals: breakfast and lunch. Dinner on your own.
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Day 6 -
Transfer to Grozny airport
08:00-09:00 Breakfast.
Check-out from the hotel.
Farewell to the group (keepsake photos, exchange of contacts).
12:00-13:00 Transfer to Grozny airport.
Meals: breakfast. Lunch and dinner on your own.
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone
Accommodation
Accommodation
Hotel
5 nights
Comfort
Midscale
The tour includes accommodation in hotels.
The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation and date, RUB.:
The cost of the tour for double occupancy (dbl, twin)
The cost of the tour for single occupancy (single)
The cost of the tour for children under 10 years old with additional and basic accommodation
58000
69300
51500
In the absence of a couple to move in, the tourist makes an additional payment for single occupancy.
The possible placement options are listed below. It can be replaced with similar ones.
"Armhi" or "The Seagull" or 1 night
"Armhi"
It offers a restaurant, a shared lounge and a garden. Room service is also available. An outdoor swimming pool is also available. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and a currency exchange office. Guests can cook in the shared kitchen.
Each room has a balcony with city views. All rooms at the Armkhi Ingushetia - All Hotel feature a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a seating area. Towels and bed linen are provided.
A continental breakfast is served daily at the hotel.
A sauna is available at this 3-star hotel. A children's playground is available on site. Guests of the hotel can play a game of billiards. The area is popular for hiking and skiing enthusiasts.
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Another option
"The Seagull"
Chaika Ingushetia Hotel is located in Armkhi Village, 34 km from Spartak Republican Stadium. It offers a restaurant, free private parking, a seasonal outdoor pool and a bar. There is direct access to the ski slopes, a ski pass sales point, as well as a shared lounge and garden. The reception is open 24 hours a day. Guests can make use of a shared kitchen and a currency exchange office.
Each room has a desk. There is a private bathroom with a shower and slippers, and some rooms at Chaika Ingushetia Hotel have a seating area. Towels and bed linen are provided in all rooms.
A continental breakfast is served at the Chaika Ingushetia Hotel.
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Another option
Apartments in Armhi
Apartments in mountainous Ingushetia, 5 minutes from the Armkhi LOCK.
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Berkat or "Nokhcho Star" or 2 nights
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.
A buffet breakfast is served every morning in the hotel's restaurant. 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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Another option
"Nokhcho Star"
NOKHCHOSTAR Hotel is located in Grozny (Chechen Republic), 5 km from Akhmat Arena Stadium. Guests can relax in the shared lounge and use the concierge service.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The reception is open 24 hours a day. Room service is available at the hotel.
All rooms are equipped with a desk and a TV. There is also a private bathroom.
A continental breakfast is served for the guests of the NOKHCHOSTAR Hotel.
The surrounding area is great for cycling. Car rental is available at the hotel.
Grozny International Airport is 7 km from NOKHCHOSTAR Hotel.
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Another option
"Edelweiss"
The EDELWEISS Grozny Hotel is located in the Akhmatovsky district of Grozny, next to the S.G. Bilimkhanov Stadium.
Single and double rooms of the "Standard" and "Deluxe" categories are available. They include cable TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, a safe, air conditioning and a bathroom with a shower, soft towels and cosmetics.
The rooms are equipped with a refrigerator and tea set. The Shpinat Cafeteria serves delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners of European cuisine.
On the second floor there is a conference room with modern facilities, it can accommodate up to 15 people.
A gym, a game center and a massage room are at guests' disposal. Nearby is the "Theater named after Khanpashi Nuradilova is 1 km away, Berkat Shopping Center is 970 m and Komsomolsky Square is 850 m. The train station is 2.6 km away, and the airport is 7 km away.
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Smart Hotel Magas Boutique Hotel or Artis Plaza Hotel 1 night
Smart Hotel Magas Boutique Hotel
Smart Hotel Magas is a modern hotel opened in December 2024 in the center of Magas, the capital of Ingushetia. It is located in the business and educational part of the city, close to an IT cluster, sports facilities and major attractions.
The hotel offers 40 spacious rooms of various categories, including standard rooms, a Campus studio and a suite. All rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, a mini-bar, tea and coffee making facilities, a TV, a safe, bathrobes, slippers and a bathroom with a shower and toiletries. A cot can be provided for families with small children on request, and a kitchen-living room on the fifth floor is provided for guests of the Campus Studio.
The hotel has an infrastructure for recreation and work: the Grand Cafe restaurant, lobby bar, room service, hammam, lounge area and two multifunctional halls for meetings and events.
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Another option
Artis Plaza Hotel
It is located in Magas, Ingushetia. There is a polite and trained staff who can help you check in.
The cozy and bright rooms are prepared for the guests' stay. Each room has high-quality furniture and modern appliances for a comfortable stay. There is a restaurant for guests, which serves various dishes of Caucasian and European cuisine.
The nearest airport and train station are about 17 km away. The main infrastructure facilities are located in the immediate vicinity.
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"Planet Lux" 1 night
Tour conditions
Group
From 4 to 16 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
6 days 5 nights
Group meets at
Russia, Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz
Included in price
meals (half board): breakfast and lunch, except breakfast on the first day and lunch on the last;
sightseeing transfer;
group transfer from the airport to the hotel and back to the airport;
guided tours;
habitation.
Paid extra
air and railway tickets to Vladikavkaz and back from Grozny;
medical insurance;
entrance tickets to the necropolis in Dargavs — 150 rub.;
Meals: dinners and extra meals;
descent to Zubutli village and boating.
It's important to know
Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?
Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.
Which flights are better to fly on?
Recommended flights:
Go ahead:
from Moscow – Vladikavkaz Pegasus S7 (10:30-13:00);
from St. Petersburg – Vladikavkaz a/k Pobeda (10:45-14:05).
Back:
Grozny – Moscow UT (14:10 -16:40), Aeroflot (12:40-15:20).
Do foreign citizens need to issue permits in advance?
Foreign citizens need to issue special permits in advance to visit Ingushetia (entry into the border. zone). Please specify more information at the time of booking.
Do I need to take money with me?
Our tour provides half-board meals with breakfast and lunch. You can take money with you for dinners and other additional expenses not included in the tour price.
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
Additional medical insurance is not included in the price of the tour. If you wish, you can apply for insurance in the Turtle instant online insurance service.
Dates and Prices
The tour dates are not confirmed yet. Please, for clarification
The tour was excellently organized — the guides and drivers were true professionals and genuinely friendly :) The small group size was a big plus, making everything more comfortable and personal. The company itself was great to deal with and had a fun, positive vibe :D
We really liked all the hotels we stayed in — all of them were high quality and well-chosen.
I would absolutely recommend this tour!
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