Karachai mix. Caucasus Sightseeing Tour

The top places of the Republic of Karachay-Cherkessia are waiting for us in a bright and eventful journey!

We will go on an active jeeping trip to the Bermamyt plateau and admire the snow caps of the proud Elbrus. We will climb the cable cars to the peaks of Dombay and Arkhyz. We will see the ancient Shoan temple and the ruins of the Alan settlement of the X-XII centuries. Those who wish will be able to ride horses on the mountain slopes, swim in the thermal healing waters. 

Location

G. Mineralnye Vody
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$522
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Duration
5 Days
4 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 26 – 30 May
    • 2 – 6 June
    • 16 – 20 June
    • 7 – 11 July
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 4 to 18 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Group meet at
G. Mineralnye Vody
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The beauty of resort towns
Let's take a walk to popular places that inspired poets and writers from different eras.
Thermal pleasure
Take a dip in the thermal springs under the open sky
Dombay is in the palm of your hand
We will climb by cable car to the top of Mussa Achitara with a view of the entire Caucasus range, Mount Elbrus and Kazbek

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Pyatigorsk

    Group transfer to Mineralnye Vody:

    • railway station at 13:00;
    • airport at 13:30.

    Sightseeing tour of Pyatigorsk with a visit to the Lermontov sites and a cable car ride to Mount Mashuk (extra charge), from where you can enjoy a beautiful view of all five peaks of Pyatigorsk.

    Accommodation in a hotel in Pyatigorsk.

    At 18:00 you will have our signature welcome dinner at the Caucasian restaurant.

    You will taste dishes of Caucasian cuisine, get to know the team and feel the true spirit of Caucasian hospitality!

    After dinner, transfer to the hotel.

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  • Day 2 - Off-road jeeping on the Bermamyt plateau
  • Day 3 - Arkhyz Resort
  • Day 4 - Dombay, Shoan Temple
  • Day 5 - Moussa-Achitara. Thermal springs. Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone
Tour organizer's comments

Guided tours for the whole day, departure approximately at 08:00-09:00 in the morning, return to the hotel by 19:00. There will be several long bus rides, up to 4 hours on the way. The tour program also includes a jeep tour.

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour includes hotel accommodation. 

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

Hotel2-, 3-seat1-local accommodationFor children under 12 years of age

"Mask", Pyatigorsk

"White Nights", Dombay

"Shantaram", Arkhyz

42 00055 00037 800

The option of moving in is possible. If there are guests on the tour dates who travel alone and do not mind moving in, then we can combine them (by agreement) and you will not have to pay extra. But we do not guarantee a move-in, it does not depend on us.

"Mask" or "Shantaram" or 4 nights
"Mask"

The Musk Pyatigorsk Hotel is located in the commercial part of the city.

The comfortable rooms are specially designed for connoisseurs of elegance. The atmosphere of home comfort, the hospitality of the staff, the high level of service and affordable prices are the main advantages.

There is a restaurant on site, where guests are offered a wide range of European, Caucasian and Russian dishes.

The absence of city noise and bustle, a fountain, an orchard — all this contributes to a good rest. All furniture is made at the Musk furniture factory.

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Another option
"Shantaram"

The Shantaram Mini-hotel is located in the village of Arkhyz, surrounded by a picturesque forest and high mountains.

For a comfortable stay, the hotel offers cozy rooms with modern interior design and all necessary amenities. Guests will have a private bathroom, Wi-Fi, TV, mini fridge.

You can have breakfast or lunch at the on-site cafe, which serves delicious and healthy dishes. There is a grocery store nearby.

In the vicinity there is a ski resort "Romantic" with a variety of trails. 

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Another option
"White Nights"

The White Nights Hotel is located in Dombay resort, surrounded by a fir forest. It occupies a 3-storey snow-white building. Nearby there is a healing narzan spring.

The room stock is represented by 6 types of apartments of different comfort levels. The furnishings in all rooms are close to home. Guests can stay in standard 2-bed rooms, as well as in more spacious apartments for 4,5,6 people.

Meals are not provided at the hotel. But Dombay is a developed resort village where you can find food outlets for every taste. Canteens, restaurants, bars, and cafes are within walking distance of the hotel. You can choose where to eat based on your preferences for a particular cuisine.

The staff organizes sightseeing tours. The hotel also offers the services of a professional ski instructor. Nearby are the famous Moussa Achitara ridge, Chuchhursky waterfall, Alibek Gorge.

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Tour conditions

Group
From 4 to 18 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Group meets at
G. Mineralnye Vody

Included in price

  • accommodation in hotels;
  • transfer within the tour;
  • sightseeing tickets;
  • Meals: breakfast and welcome dinner;
  • environmental fees;
  • Off-road off-road driving;
  • the excursion program.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody and back;
  • Meals: lunches, dinners;
  • additional payment for 1-bed accommodation;
  • private transfer;
  • tickets to the thermal springs 500 rubles.;
  • cable car ride (optional, prices may change):
    • ascent to the top of Moussa Achitara mountain - 2,300 rubles.;
    • climbing Mount Mashuk 420 rubles.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

No special equipment is required, and there are no special clothing requirements. 

Clothing and shoes should be sporty, comfortable, and weather-appropriate. You will also need a swimsuit / bathing trunks, flip-flops for thermal springs, raincoats / umbrella in case of precipitation, sunscreens.

Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?
Is it possible to move in if I'm traveling alone?
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
Can the program change?

Dates and Prices

  • $522
    26 – 30 May 5 days 4 nights
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  • $522
    2 – 6 Jun 5 days 4 nights
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  • $522
    16 – 20 Jun 5 days 4 nights
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  • $522
    7 – 11 Jul 5 days 4 nights
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  • $522
    21 – 25 Jul 5 days 4 nights
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Reviews

  • EP
    Elena Plekhanova
    about provider
    8 Mar, 2025
    Everything was very well organized. From the meeting and transfers to the routes and meals. Huge thanks to the tour managers and guides, they did a fantastic job!!!!
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