New Year in the Caucasus

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New Year is a special holiday! And you have to meet him in a special way.

The trip will begin in Pyatigorsk, and then we will enjoy true hospitality over a Caucasian feast with tasting, walks through the winter Resort park of Kislovodsk and its picturesque surroundings. We will see the mesmerizing sight of the frozen Chegem waterfalls, experience heavenly pleasure in the hot thermal pools and admire the grandeur of the panoramas of the Elbrus region. The trip will end with an immersion in the colorful culture of the Cossack farmstead!

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Pyatigorsk

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Tour highlights

Wellness bathing

Let's be filled with energy and health after swimming in the Geduko thermal waters

Majestic Elbrus

Let's see the beautiful Elbrus in all its New Year splendor

Tasting of Caucasian wines

Let's learn how to identify the aroma and taste of wine by dozens of parameters

In the footsteps of the poet

We will learn about the life of the famous poet and visit places related to Lermontov's stay in Pyatigorsk.

A gastronomic paradise

A wide feast with traditional national dishes prepared according to preserved recipes awaits us.

Immersion in an ethnic group

We will have a rare opportunity to plunge into the atmosphere of ancient life, see household items and tools of Cossack use.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Pyatigorsk city tour, master class
Arrival in Pyatigorsk.
Check-in at the hotel (check-in from 14:00), things can be left in the luggage room at the hotel.
We recommend having lunch in advance, as there will be no such opportunity during the tour.
Meeting in the lobby of the hotel with a representative of the company.
Pyatigorsk has recently become much prettier and prettier. Resort squares and parks will boast new paving stones, a bronze Ostap Bender will greet you at the famous Sinkhole, and new balustrades, fountains and observation decks will make a walk around the city cozy and memorable.
And you will see a lot: the Sinkhole, the place of Lermontov's duel, grottos and galleries. Pyatigorsk is the oldest city in the region.
Pyatigorsk is a city that has seen many historical events and great people such as Leo Tolstoy, S. Yesenin, A.S. Pushkin.
But the most important one is undoubtedly Mikhail Lermontov, the famous Russian poet who lived and died here.
During the tour, you will learn about the life of the famous poet and visit places related to Lermontov's stay in Pyatigorsk.
Pyatigorsk city tour with a visit to Lermontov's places: Lake Proval, Aeolian Harp, Tsvetnik Park, Diana's grotto, Restaurant, Lermontov's duel place.
Transfer to the restaurant.
A master class on tasting Caucasian wines and cognac.
We are waiting for participation in a training master class on tasting wine products from leading Stavropol producers.
The history of the formation of viticulture and winemaking in our region, and at the bottom of the amber glass you will see a reflection of the destinies of those who devoted their lives to this art.
The master class will reveal the secrets of the sommelier profession: You will learn to identify the aroma and taste of wine by dozens of parameters using all the senses.
Festive Caucasian feast (dinner, included in the price of the tour).
Of course, everyone was a participant in the Russian feast, it does not have any special rules, and it often flows by itself.
Many people have heard about the Caucasian feast, but few people know about its unspoken rules.
A feast in the Caucasus is a demonstration of the relationship between each other, resembling a real ceremony with its own customs and rules.
Return to the Pyatigorsk hotel.
Free time.

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Day 2 - Kislovodsk, Koltso Mountain, Honey waterfalls
Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure for the excursion "Kislovodsk complex".
Excursion to the city of the Sun Kislovodsk.
A walk through the alleys of the resort park, one of the best in the North Caucasus.
The Kislovodsk Park is the pride of Russia.
The second largest park area in Europe covers an area of more than 950 hectares and has more than 250 species of trees and shrubs.
Alexander Pushkin, Leo Tolstoy, Anton Chekhov, Alexander Solzhenitsyn, Fyodor Chaliapin, and Anna Pavlova once strolled here.
The resort park is beautiful in all seasons.
Sightseeing of the famous sights of the resort: the Cascade staircase, the bridge of the Ladies' Caprice, the Mirror pond, the Glass jet.
The walk will end at Kurortny Boulevard, a favorite vacation spot for the resort's vacationers.
Everyone can try three types of Kislovodsk narzan in the Main Narzan Gallery.
Visit the surroundings of Kislovodsk — Koltso Mountain, Honey waterfalls.
Mount Koltso is a natural monument, a place associated with the stay of Mikhail Lermontov in the Caucasus.
It is to her that he sends the heroes of the story "Princess Mary" to admire the sunset "through the stone window."
Lunch (extra charge).
A mysterious descent into the Alikon Gorge will lead to magnificent sparkling Honey waterfalls.
The Pointer Rock rises above the tract near the Honey Waterfalls, with a beautiful view from the top.
Return to Pyatigorsk.
Supper.
Free time.
New Year's banquet for an additional fee.

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Day 3 - Chegem gorge. Bathing in thermal springs
Breakfast (very late).
The best beer in Kabardino-Balkaria is lively and delicious.
That's why we are waiting for an excursion to one of the most interesting places on Earth — the Chegem gorge.
The Chegem waterfalls are one of the main business cards of Kabardino-Balkaria, located in the gorge of the Chegem Gorge.
The locals say: Those who have not been to Chegem have not seen the Caucasus.
Indeed, this gorge has everything that Kabardino-Balkaria can rightfully be proud of: the amazing beauty of the mountains, rushing waterfalls and clear mountain rivers.
In winter, waterfalls freeze, turning into amazing sculptures of natural origin, a grandiose ice cascade.
The Chegem waterfalls in winter are the cold and wild beauty of Kabardino—Balkaria's nature.
You can see giant columns of ice, transparent columns and stalactites of frozen water descending to the river itself. Like chandeliers with crystal iridescent fringes, icy candles hang over the ceiling.
We are going to the Geduko thermal complex.
The mineral waters of Kabardino-Balkaria are a real treasure, riches that broke out of the ground hundreds of years ago and made the republic a health resort.
There are more than a hundred mineral springs here. The pools of the recreation center are filled with natural thermal water, rich in beneficial healing substances.
The water here is special — it contains iodine, bromine, boron, so it is especially indicated for people with thyroid problems, it contains a lot of silicic acid and other organic compounds.
Return to Pyatigorsk.
Supper.
Free time.

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Day 4 - Elbrus region
Breakfast (lunch box).
An excursion to the wonderful mountainous region, praised by Vladimir Vysotsky and won the hearts of millions of people — in the Elbrus region.
The snow-capped hump of Elbrus fascinates and attracts with its inaccessibility.
This region is rich in forests, characterized by picturesque landscapes, the transparency of rivers and lakes, and the purity of the air.
The road runs along the Baksan Gorge, crossing the Baksan River several times and leading to the foot of Mount Elbrus.
The bus route ends at the village of Terskol in the Azau clearing.
The ascent to Elbrus begins from it.
The tour program includes a visit to Mount Cheget.
Mount Cheget offers a beautiful view of Elbrus and Donguz-Orun.
Lunch at Cheget glade or Azau glade (extra charge).
Return to the Pyatigorsk hotel.
Dinner (included in the price of the tour).
Free time.
Cable cars in the Elbrus region for an additional fee – 3,800 rubles / person / all queues (1,100 rubles / person / to Cheget, 2,700 rubles / person / to Elbrus), environmental fee in the Elbrus region).

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Day 5 - Cossack farmstead. Departure
Breakfast at the hotel.
Room release.
Visit to the ethnographic center "Kazachye podvorye".
Guests visiting the Cossack Compound will be able to see the most interesting objects of the Cossack complex: a Cossack hut, a watchtower, a redoubt, a pottery workshop, outbuildings and a summer kitchen with a Russian oven.
Tourists will have a rare opportunity to plunge into the atmosphere of ancient life, see household items and tools of Cossack use, as well as try on traditional Cossack costumes and attend a real Cossack wedding.
At the end of the tour, guests will enjoy a wide feast with traditional national dishes prepared according to preserved recipes.
What the hostess will not put on the table for dear guests: salsa, potatoes in a uniform, pickles, sauerkraut, dumplings and uzvar.
And of course, a bottle of real moonshine!
That's the end of our New Year's weekend, it's time to go home!
And we look forward to seeing you in the Caucasus again!
Return to Pyatigorsk.
Departure.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

4 nights

Comfort

Basic+
Midscale
Upscale

The tour includes hotel accommodation.

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

The name of the hotel	Placement
The name of the hotel	2-local	1-local	additional place
Yuzhnaya, standard, Shower, toilet, TV	54 700	64 400
*Mashuk 2,** standard, shower, toilet, TV, refrigerator	59 500	70 800	54 800
*Intourist 3,** standard 1 category shower, toilet, TV, refrigerator	61 500	76 900
*Intourist 3,** 2-room junior suite, shower, toilet, TV, refrigerator	67 300	85 400	52 300
*Bugar 4, standard**, shower, toilet, TV, refrigerator	62 300	72 300	49 700
Beshtau, standard	67 300	88 900
Beshtau, comfort	70 600	95 000	55 700

The cost of additional nights in hotels may vary depending on the arrival dates, please specify at the time of booking.

During the tour, early departures for excursions (Elbrus, Kislovodsk and the surrounding area) are expected, so instead of breakfast in hotels, a dry ration is offered.

"Mashuk"

Mashuk Hotel is located in the very center of Pyatigorsk, a 7-minute walk from Lenin Square and the cable car, near the Tsvetnik Park. The hotel offers treatments according to the program of the Mashuk sanatorium. It offers free Wi-Fi.

The bright rooms offer mountain views. The private bathroom comes with a shower and free toiletries.

The Mashuk Hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a tour desk and luggage storage, as well as a small garden and a cafe.

Pyatigorsk Train Station is 3 km away. Mineralnye Vody Airport is 24 km away.

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"Iskra"

Pension Iskra is located in the historical center of Pyatigorsk, 300 m from Lermontov Square and 200 m from mineral springs. The resort park and the Flower Garden can be reached in a few minutes on foot. It offers free Wi-Fi and free parking.

Each room has a balcony. The rooms offer views of the mountains and the city. All rooms are equipped with a TV and a refrigerator.

The hotel's cafe serves European cuisine, and a variety of drinks can be enjoyed at the bar. Guests can also order diet meals.

Various physiotherapy treatments are available, including massages and mineral water treatments. The reception desk of the Iskra Pension is open 24 hours a day. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, a ticket service and table tennis.

Pyatigorsk Train Station is 5 km away, and Mineralnye Vody International Airport is 20 km away.

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Intourist

This hotel is located in the center of Pyatigorsk, just a 5-minute walk from the city's mineral springs. It offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk.

The Intourist Hotel offers rooms with a balcony, a private bathroom with free toiletries and a TV with cable channels. Most rooms offer views of the Caucasus Mountains.

The Rendezvous restaurant serves Caucasian and European cuisine.

Guests can play billiards at the hotel.

Pyatigorsk Central Train Station is 3 km from Intourist Hotel, and Mineralnye Vody Airport is a 25-minute drive away. A shuttle service can be arranged for an additional fee.

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Beshtau

Located in the center of Pyatigorsk, this hotel with a 24-hour restaurant and a sports club offers its guests rooms with magnificent views of the Caucasus Mountains or Mount Beshtau.

The stylish rooms and suites at the Beshtau Hotel are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a hydro massage shower or a hot tub. There is also a balcony. Free Wi-Fi is available. A water cooler is available on all floors.

Guests of the Beshtau Hotel can visit the sports club with a Turkish bath, sauna, modern gym and swimming pool with massage waterfalls.

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Yuzhnaya

The Yuzhnaya Hotel is located in the Forecourt area, near the Pyatigorsk railway station. The hotel is considered relatively new, but it has already gained a reputation as a cozy and comfortable place.

The room stock has various options, including standard and luxury types. Each room, except for the triple room, has its own shower. The furniture set also includes bedside tables, tables and chairs.

Taxi call is provided among the services. It is also possible to celebrate family and corporate events in the restaurant.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 10 to 50 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

5 days 4 nights

Group meets at

Pyatigorsk

Included in price

accommodation according to the program;
meals included in the program: 4 breakfasts, 4 dinners, visit to the Cossack Farmstead;
tour and transportation services.

During the tour, early departures for excursions (Elbrus, Kislovodsk and the surrounding area) are expected, so instead of breakfast in hotels, a dry ration is offered.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Pyatigorsk and back;
meals not included in the program: lunches;
entrance fees:
- the entrance ticket to the thermal spring is 700 rubles/person.;
- the entrance ticket to the territory of Honey Waterfalls is 200 rubles/person.;
- cable cars in the Elbrus region — 3,800 rubles/person,/ all queues; in the city of Cheget — 1,100 rubles/ person, in the city of Elbrus — 2,700 rubles/ person.;
guided tours for an additional fee;
New Year's banquet — the price is being specified (from 10,000 rubles);
transfer airport (railway station) Mineralnye Vody — Pyatigorsk — 3,000 rubles/one way;
personal expenses.

The cost may change due to public holidays.

It's important to know

documents required for the trip (original passport and birth certificate for children under 14 years old, medical insurance policy);
comfortable clothes for the season + warm clothes for visiting the Elbrus region;
comfortable sports shoes;
raincoat or umbrella;
sunglasses and cream;
swimwear and outfits for photo shoots;
personal first aid kit and insect bite repellent (if necessary);
money for personal purposes.

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Elena

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2 Jul, 2025

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Caucasian Mosaic Tour. This tour was beautiful, rich in experiences, and very comfortable. Every day brought breathtaking views, fresh emotions, and unforgettable impressions. Towering mountains, rushing rivers, and majestic gorges left us in awe with their beauty. A special thank-you to our guides, Andrey and Alexandr — true fountains of knowledge. Overall, the tour was excellently organized, with every detail thoughtfully arranged for the travelers' comfort. Thank you.
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Elena

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14 May, 2025

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The guides were excellent at organizing the excursions and always gave us enough time to explore the sights and markets at our own pace. Everyone was friendly, and the buses were very comfortable.
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Kira

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13 May, 2025

Hello, I went on the "Caucasian Mosaic" tour and really enjoyed the experience. I was especially impressed by Mount Elbrus, Dombay, Kislovodsk, and the Honey Waterfalls. We even had time to visit an alpaca farm, which I absolutely loved. The guides shared fascinating insights about the sites and included personal stories, which made the trip engaging and far from boring. We stayed at the Intourist Hotel — it was comfortable and met all our needs. The only downside was the early mornings every day. While I understand it's necessary to beat the crowds at popular attractions, I think the itinerary would benefit from at least one day with a more relaxed start to let everyone catch up on rest. The combination of early wake-ups and late returns makes it hard to get enough sleep. The buses were modern and well-equipped, and pick-ups were always punctual. The guides offered great suggestions for how to spend our free time, and there was plenty of opportunity to shop and try local cuisine. Overall, we were very happy with the trip. The tour was well-planned, covered a wide range of destinations, and gave us a rich and complete impression of the Caucasus. Thank you!

New Year in the Caucasus

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