New Year's wonders of the Caucasus

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During the New Year's tour, we will discover all the winter wonders of the Caucasus, and the unique Caucasian nature and hospitality will conquer us.

We will enter the year 2025 under the chimes and make our secret wishes in one of the most beautiful cities of the Caucasian Mineral Waters — Pyatigorsk. We will learn about the life of the famous poet and visit places associated with Lermontov's stay in Pyatigorsk.

Location

Pyatigorsk

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Tour highlights

The attraction of Caucasian cuisine

Intoxicating aromas will accompany us everywhere, luring us to taste national dishes

Wine Sommelier

We will take part in a master class, after which we will become professional wine connoisseurs

Complete relaxation

Take a dip in the stunning hot thermal springs

Alan evening

Let's admire the professional performance of the Caucasian Lezginka and the traditional mass Alan dance Simd

"The pride of Muslims"

In the city of Shali we will visit the largest mosque in Europe

Ascent to Elbrus

Let's feel the incredible power of one of the most beautiful and majestic mountains of our planet — Elbrus

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.
Resort squares and parks will boast new paving stones, a bronze Ostap Bender will meet 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, if desired, climb to the top of Mount Mashuk, where Elbrus will greet you in good weather.
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, Academic Gallery, Lermontov grotto, Lermontov baths, Tsvetnik Park, Diana's grotto, Restaurant, Lermontov's duel site, ascent to Mount Mashuk by cable car (for an additional fee, not included in the program, visiting in your free time).
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.
At the end of the meeting, each participant will receive a certificate confirming the right to be called a professional wine connoisseur.
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.
Return to the Pyatigorsk hotel.
Free time.

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Day 2 - Tour of Kislovodsk and the surrounding area
Breakfast at the hotel cafe.
Guided tour of Kislovodsk and its surroundings.
Let's look at the famous Rome Mountain on the way to the Honey waterfalls formed by the river flow in the granite of the Rocky Ridge, the descent into the canyon of the river will leave an indelible impression with its gloom and mystery.
Transfer to Kislovodsk.
Acquaintance with the southernmost resort town of the CMS — sunny Kislovodsk, which has gained fame as the best cardiological resort in Russia.
Tourists will stroll through the resort park with its famous Mirror Pond, the talkative Olkhovka River, over which the bridge "Ladies' Caprice" is thrown, and try three types of Kislovodsk narzan in the Main Narzan Gallery.
The tourists will visit the natural monument of the Ring Mountain, which was described by Mikhail Lermontov in the story "Princess Mary" and about the geological past of which they will hear.
Return to Pyatigorsk.
New Year's banquet for an additional fee.

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Day 3 - Chegem gorge. Bathing in thermal springs
Breakfast (very late).
It's better to get drunk with beer.
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.
In winter, waterfalls freeze, turning into amazing sculptures of natural origin, a grandiose ice cascade.
We are going to the thermal complex "Amber Aqua" (or "Geduko").
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.
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.
Free time.
An additional fee is 500 rubles / person entrance to the thermal complex.

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Day 4 - Excursion "Secrets of Ancient Iriston"
Breakfast at the hotel or (lunch box).
Room release.
Departure for the "Secrets of ancient Iriston" tour
The ancient village of Dzivgis stands on the left bank of the Fiagdon River, at the very beginning of the Kurtatinsky (Fiagdonsky) gorge.
Dzivgis is home to one of the most famous and amazing sights of North Ossetia: the rocky (cave) fortress.
Lunch (included in the price).
We visit the Alan Monastery, the highest mountain monastery in Russia.
One of the main shrines of Ossetia, the Miraculous Icon of the Mozdok Iveron Mother of God, a gift from Queen Tamara to the people of Ossetia, is kept here.
Accommodation at the Vladikavkaz Hotel.
Free time.
Departure to the feast "Alan evening" (included in the price of the tour).
It's time to get acquainted with the Ossetian traditions, cuisine, music and dances of this amazing republic of the Caucasus!
A national evening with an Ossetian feast, the main ritual of the Alan cult: the great prayer feast – KUVD.
To this day, Ossetians of all generations strictly honor the tradition of the kuvda.
After dinner, a spectacular continuation of the evening awaits you.
The history and culture of the Ossetian people will be revealed through stories, prayer toasts, poems, performances by vocalists and musicians.
You will hear the sounds of national musical instruments, from the melodies of the Ossetian accordion to the sparkling douli rhythm.
You will admire the professional performance of the Caucasian Lezginka and the traditional mass Alan dance Simd.
And at the end of the evening, a fun disco awaits the participants, where you can dance to your heart's content.
Return to the hotel.
Free time.
Entrance fees are charged separately.

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Day 5 - Grozny and Vladikavkaz
Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure to Grozny.
A sightseeing tour of the capital of the Chechen Republic includes a visit to the Republican Museum of Local Lore, the Kadyrov Museum, the Heart of Chechnya Mosque and the Church of Archangel Michael.
You will see the monument to firefighters, modern quarters of Grozny and the famous skyscrapers of Grozny City.
Also, on the way back, you will visit Shali, where we will visit the largest mosque in Europe, built of white marble.
Lunch at a cafe (included in the price of the tour).
In the city of Shali, we visit Europe's largest mosque, the Pride of Muslims.
The mosque is twice the size of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul and the Cathedral of Christ the Savior in Moscow.
Transfer to Vladikavkaz, city tour.
Vladikavkaz, as it is called in Ossetian "Dzaujikau", is the capital of the Republic of North Ossetia — Alania.
It stretches right at the very foot of the Caucasus Mountains, along the banks of the swift and wayward Terek River.
Vladikavkaz gives the impression of a serene Caucasian village with its unique national flavor and tranquility.
Dinner (included in the price).
Return to the hotel.
Free time.
Entrance fees are charged separately.

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Day 6 - Elbrus region
Breakfast at the hotel or lunch box.
Room release.
An excursion to the wonderful mountainous region, praised by Vladimir Vysotsky and won the hearts of millions of people — in the Elbrus region.
Everyone who has ever been to Kabardino-Balkaria has felt the incredible power of one of the most beautiful and majestic mountains on our planet — Elbrus!
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.
Transfer to Pyatigorsk.
Check-in at the hotel.
Free time.
Cable cars in the Elbrus region for an additional fee – 2,500 rubles/ person/ all queues (900 rubles/ person/ to Cheget, 1,600 rubles/ person/ to Elbrus), environmental fee in the Elbrus region — 200 rubles/ person.

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Day 7 - Zheleznovodsk. Departure
Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure for a sightseeing tour to Zheleznovodsk.
Zheleznovodsk is a miracle city, a tiny "Caucasian Switzerland"..
It has the cleanest air on the CMS, so free inhalation and herbal medicine are provided.
The unique mineral waters of Zheleznovodsk Slavyanovskaya and Smirnovskaya are known not only in Russia, but also abroad.
The sights of Zheleznovodsk include the ancient majestic palace of the Emir of Bukhara, the Pushkin Gallery, the Medical Park, and the Cascade Staircase.
On the tour, we will find out how the history of the resort developed, which famous people visited it, how the dacha of the Emir of Bukhara turned out to be here, and how the city lives today.
The views of the city and its surroundings will enchant anyone!
Return to Pyatigorsk.
The end of the program.
Departure.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

6 nights

Comfort

Midscale
Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in hotels in Pyatigorsk and Vladikavkaz.

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

Name of the hotel	Cost
Pyatigorsk 2*, 2-bed standard	67 900
Pyatigorsk 2*, 1-bed standard	83 400
Intourist 2*, 2-bed standard	71 400
Intourist 2*, 1-bed standard	95 500
"Bugar" 3*, 2-bed standard	71 900
*Bugar 3, 1-bed** standard	90 900
*"Bugar" 3,** additional The place is standard	53 800
Beshtau 3*, 2-bed standard	76 900
Beshtau 3*, 1-bed standard	107 900
Beshtau 3*, 2-bed comfort	80 300
Beshtau 3*, 1-bed comfort	114 100
Beshtau 3*, additional place of comfort	59 900
Mashuk, 2-seater	68 900
Mashuk, 1-seater	89 500
Mashuk, additional place	58 900

The cost of an additional night in hotels may vary at the time of booking. Please specify.

Additional payment for an additional day, for a room in rubles in hotels in Pyatigorsk:

The name of the hotel	Extra day per room
The name of the hotel	2 seats./ 1 seats./ additional place
Yuzhnaya,** Standard room (without breakfast)	4500/3400/-
Pyatigorsk,** Standard room (breakfast included)	6400/4100/-
Mashuk",** Standard room (breakfast included )	6900/5600/2050
Intourist,* Standard room (breakfast included)	6650/7500/-
Intourist",* 2-room Junior Suite (breakfast included)	8700/7850/1600
Bugar, standard room (breakfast included)	7800/6800/1500
Beshtau,* standard room (breakfast included)	8600/7800/-
Beshtau,* Comfort room (breakfast included)	9600/8800/2200

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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Pyatigorsk

The Pyatigorsk Hotel is located in the city center, 20 meters from the singing fountains. Free Wi-Fi is available on site.

The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV. In clear weather, the hotel rooms offer a panoramic panorama of the entire Caucasian Ridge, led by the greatest giant of the Caucasus – the five thousandth Elbrus.

The hotel has a restaurant and a bar.

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"Bugar"

Featuring a bar and a shared lounge, Bugar Hotel is located in Pyatigorsk. The hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. Room service is also available. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site. An airport shuttle service can be arranged for an additional fee.

The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a refrigerator, a safe and a flat-screen TV. There is a private bathroom with a shower, a desk and a kettle. Towels and bed linen are provided.

A continental breakfast is served daily.

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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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"Mashuk"

The Mashuk Sanatorium is located in Pyatigorsk; guests are provided with a wide range of wellness and entertainment services. Among them are massage, swimming pool, board games, billiards, concert hall, evening program and much more.

The comfortable rooms have all the amenities, including an individual sanitary room with a hot tub, modern appliances and furniture, as well as a refrigerator and tea set. Some rooms have a living room.

Vacationers can expect a variety of dishes of Russian cuisine. A special diet menu is available upon prior request.

Near the territory there are a large number of resort hospitals, cafes, shops, you can walk around Komsomolsky Park and visit the cinema. The nearest airport is 18 km from the sanatorium, the train station is 4 km away.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 5 to 50 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

Pyatigorsk

Included in price

accommodation according to the program;
nutrition:
- Day 1 — dinner;
- Day 2 — breakfast;
- Day 3 — breakfast;
- Day 4 — breakfast, lunch, Alan evening;
- Day 5 — breakfast, lunch, dinner;
- Day 6 — breakfast;
- Day 7 — breakfast;
sightseeing and transportation services.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody / Pyatigorsk and back;
meals not specified in the program;
resort fee — 100 rubles/person/day (paid by tourists upon check-in at the hotel);
entrance fees:
- cable car to Cheget — 900 rubles/person.;
- the environmental fee in the Elbrus region is 200 rubles/person.;
- from 12/27/2024 to 01/12/2025, the New Year's tariff will be valid:
  - climbing Mount Cheget — 1,100 rubles/person;
  - climbing Mount Elbrus — 2,700 rubles/person;
- cable cars in the Elbrus region — 2,500 rubles/person/all queues;
- cable car to Elbrus — 1,600 rubles/person.;
- visit to the thermal complex — 500 rubles / person.;
- entrance tickets on the 5th day of the tour — 400 RUB/person.;
- ecological fee at Honey waterfalls — 100 rubles/person.;
- Kadargavan canyon — 300 rubles/person.
transfer airport — Pyatigorsk Hotel/ Pyatigorsk Hotel — Mineralnye Vody Airport — 3,500 rubles/one way;
transfer Mineralnye Vody railway station — Pyatigorsk — 3,500 rubles/car/one way; Pyatigorsk railway station — hotel — 1,000 rubles/car/one way;
day: Mineralnye Vody Airport — Pyatigorsk, hotel — Mineralnye Vody Airport — 2,700 rubles/one-way Comfort fare, 4,700 rubles/one-way Minivan fare;
overnight stay: Mineralnye Vody Airport — Pyatigorsk, hotel — Mineralnye Vody Airport — 3,100 rubles/one-way Comfort fare, 5,000 rubles/one-way Minivan fare;
New Year's banquet;
personal expenses.

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;
sunglasses and cream;
swimwear and outfits for photo shoots;
personal first aid kit and insect repellent (if necessary);
money for personal purposes.

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New Year's wonders of the Caucasus

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