Holidays in the Elbrus region

We invite you to discover the secrets of the gray Elbrus with us!

Snowy peaks, century-old glaciers, narzan springs and the purest lakes are waiting for you. Under the guidance of experienced guides, you will plunge into the atmosphere of pristine nature, and cozy evenings at the hotel will add comfort to your journey.

Location

Stavropol territory, Mineral Waters
from
$692
+ tickets to the starting point of the tour
No need to pay now
Duration
10 Days
9 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 17 – 26 June, 2025
    • 15 – 24 July, 2025
    • 5 – 14 August, 2025
    • 9 – 18 September, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    9 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
Up to 16 people
Minimum age
12 years old
Group meet at
Stavropol territory, Mineral Waters
Contact the tour coordinator
Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
Or text us in messengers

Tour highlights

Relaxation in hot springs
The first day will give you a peaceful rest in the hot healing springs
Mesmerizing waterfalls
Go trekking in the Terskol Gorge to the majestic Terskol waterfall
The heights of Elbrus
Climb Elbrus– the majestic highest point in Europe
Crystal Lakes
Go to the Donguz Orun-Kel and Gizhgit lakes, enjoy the beauty of the mountain landscape and relax surrounded by stunning nature
The most beautiful photos
You will have a great opportunity to take photos of incredible beauty that will stand out in your gallery

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Transfer to the Cheget meadow. Geduko Thermal springs

    Arrival at the airport or at the railway station in Mineralnye Vody before 12:00.

    Please note: if you arrive on the eve of the start of the tour or stay after the program, we recommend accommodation in Pyatigorsk (you can specify more detailed information when booking).

    Gathering a group.

    12:30 Group transfer without a guide to Elbrus region (5.5 hours on the way, with stops).

    Stop for lunch (extra charge).

    On the way, a visit to the Geduko thermal complex (additional ticket fee). We recommend that you take your bathing things with you: swimming trunks/swimsuit, towel, rubber slippers. The duration of bathing is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

    17:00 Estimated time of arrival at the Cheget clearing.

    19:00 Dinner — according to your reservation.

  • Day 2 - Cheget Mountain and hiking to Donguz Orun-Kel Lake
  • Day 3 - Trekking in the Terskol gorge to the Terskol waterfall
  • Day 4 - Trekking in the Irikchat Gorge
  • Day 5 - Elbrus Mountain Tour
  • Day 6 - Vacation at the resort
  • Day 7 - Trekking in the Kurmichi Gorge
  • Day 8 - A trip to Lake Gizhgit
  • Day 9 - Trekking in the Shkhelda gorge
  • Day 10 - The end of the program. Departure
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity
Tour organizer's comments

The tour is suitable for active tourists under 65 years of age who do not have contraindications to active loads in the mountains.

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    9 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour provides accommodation in a hotel of your choice in the Cheget meadow. The cost depends on the placement:

 Double room*Single roomFor additional information. place (from the age of 12)
Snow Leopard 3* (without breakfast)670008900065000
Snow Leopard 3* (with breakfast)70000
101500
67000
Crystal 139 4* (with breakfast)93000 standard
97000 standard+
11300087000 standard+
Crystal 139 4* (with breakfast and dinner)95000 standard
101500 standard+
11800089000 standard+

Discount on basic seats for children aged 12-14 years – 5%.

"Snow Leopard" 3* or "Crystal" 4* 9 nights
"Snow Leopard" 3*

The Snow Leopard - Cheget Hotel is located among the mountains, just 300 meters from the ski lifts and mountains of the Cheget resort. It offers accommodation in spacious rooms. Free internet access via modem is available throughout the hotel. For a comfortable stay, the hotel has an autonomous water source. The Azau ski lifts are 4.5 km away.

It offers rooms with a bathroom and a balcony with stunning views of the mountains and the Elbrus area. In addition, each room is equipped with a heating system and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

A rich buffet breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant of the Snow Leopard - Cheget Hotel. A variety of European and Caucasian dishes are served for lunch and dinner.

At your leisure, guests of the Snow Leopard - Cheget Hotel can book a massage and play billiards. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including skiing and hiking. The village of Terskol is just a 10-minute walk away.

7 more photos
Another option
"Crystal" 4*

Kristall 139 Hotel is located in the picturesque mountains of the Caucasus, in the village of Terskol. It offers a sauna and a bowling alley.

The comfortable rooms are decorated in a classic style and feature free Wi-Fi, a TV, a minibar and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Slippers are provided.

The on-site restaurant serves Russian, European and Caucasian cuisine, while the lobby bar and sports bar offer a variety of drinks.

The ski lifts to Mount Cheget are just a 3-minute walk from the hotel. You can also play billiards at the hotel.

9 more photos

Tour conditions

Group
up to 16 tourists
Minimum age
12 years old
Duration
10 days 9 nights
Group meets at
Stavropol territory, Mineral Waters

Included in price

  • group transfers "Mineralnye Vody (railway station and airport) — Geduko — Elbrus region — Mineralnye Vody (railway station and airport)";
  • transportation and sightseeing services along the route;
  • the fee for visiting the national park;
  • mountain guide services;
  • hotel accommodation 3*/4* to choose from (9 nights) in the Cheget meadow;
  • meals according to your reservation: 9 breakfasts, buffet (for breakfast rates), 5 lunches (dry ration, standard), 8 dinners, 3-course menu (for dinner rates);
  • festive dinner in the Elbrus region without alcoholic beverages;

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody and back;
  • entrance tickets to the Geduko thermal springs – from 400 rubles;
  • tickets for the Cheget cable car (from 1000 rubles/person);
  • tickets for the Elbrus cable car (from 1800 rubles/person);
  • snowmobile riding (from 6000 rubles);
  • registration of an invitation for foreign citizens – 1500 rubles/person.;
  • meals not included in the tour program: breakfast in hotels (buffet from 600 rubles per person, payment and booking on site), breakfast in canteens at the resort (from 350 rubles per person); breakfast a la carte in a cafe in Cheget meadow (650 rubles per person, payment and booking when buying a tour);
  • trekking poles for rent from 350 rubles per day, payment on site;
  • individual transfers (from 6000 rubles);
  • additional services in hotels (sauna, sauna, billiards, etc.);
  • additional excursions;
  • alcoholic beverages.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • windproof jacket;
  • trekking trousers;
  • trekking boots or sneakers;
  • thermal underwear;
  • fleece jacket;
  • gloves and a hat for climbing Elbrus;
  • backpack (volume up to 30 liters);  
  • rain cover (raincoat) for body and backpack;
  • sunglasses and cream (SPF 50);
  • bathing trunks/swimsuit;
  • towel;
  • rubber slippers;
  • individual first aid kit;
  • polyurethane foam "seat";
  • thermos;
  • trekking poles.

You can rent: a windproof jacket, windproof trousers, trekking poles, trekking boots (book when buying a tour).

Are tickets included in the price of the tour?
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
What time and where does the tour start and end?
Information for foreign citizens
What kind of pools are there in the Geduko thermal complex?
What is the composition of the dry. Soldering?
Can the tour program change?

Dates and Prices

The tour dates are not confirmed yet. Please, for clarification
  • from
    $692
    17 – 26 Jun, 2025 10 days 9 nights
    Submit request
    No need to pay now
  • from
    $692
    15 – 24 Jul, 2025 10 days 9 nights
    Submit request
    No need to pay now
  • from
    $692
    5 – 14 Aug, 2025 10 days 9 nights
    Submit request
    No need to pay now
  • from
    $692
    9 – 18 Sep, 2025 10 days 9 nights
    Submit request
    No need to pay now