New Year's wonders of the Caucasus

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In our New Year's tour, you will discover all the winter wonders of the Caucasus, and the unique Caucasian nature and hospitality will conquer you.

At New Year's midnight, having made your innermost wishes in one of the most beautiful cities of the Caucasian Mineral Waters — Pyatigorsk, under the chimes, you will enter the year 2024 and a magnificent fireworks display will be reflected on the snow-covered slopes of Mashuk and Beshtau.

Location

Pyatigorsk

Sightseeing tours

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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

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 hotel lobby with a representative of the company.
Resort squares and parks will boast new paving stones in front of you, 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.
Pyatigorsk is a city that has seen many historical events and great people such as L.N. Tolstoy, S. Yesenin, A.S. Pushkin.
During the tour, you will learn about the life of the famous poet and visit places associated with Lermontov's stay in Pyatigorsk.
Pyatigorsk city tour with a visit to Lermontov places: lake "Failure", Aeolian harp, Academic Gallery, Lermontov grotto, Lermontov baths, Flower Garden Park, Diana's grotto, Restaurant, Lermontov duel place, ascent to Mount Mashuk by cable car (for an additional fee).
Transfer to the restaurant.
A master class on tasting of Caucasian wines and cognac.
We are waiting for participation in a training master class on tasting wine products from leading Stavropol producers.
The master class will reveal the secrets of the sommelier profession: You will learn how 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).
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 to each other, resembling a real ceremony with its own customs and rules.
Return to the hotel in Pyatigorsk.
Free time.
Lunch on your own for an additional fee.

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Day 2 - Kislovodsk, Koltso Mountain, Honey waterfalls
Breakfast in the hotel cafe.
A tour of Kislovodsk and the surrounding area.
Let's look at the famous Rome Mountain on the way to the Honey Waterfalls (ecological fee for an additional fee), 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.
Getting to know the southernmost resort town KMV is sunny Kislovodsk, which has gained fame as the best cardiological resort in Russia.
Tourists will take a walk through the resort park with its famous Mirror Pond, a talkative river Three types of Kislovodsk narzan will be tried in the Olkhovka river, across which the bridge "Ladies' Caprice" is thrown.The main one Narzan Gallery.
The tourists will visit the natural monument of the Ring Mountain, which was described by M.Y. Lermontov in the story "Princess Mary" and about whose geological past they will hear.
Return to Pyatigorsk.
New Year's banquet for an additional fee.
Lunch and dinner (banquet) on your own for an additional fee.

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Day 3 - Chegem gorge. Bathing in thermal springs
Breakfast (very late).
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.
In winter, waterfalls freeze, turning into amazing sculptures of natural origin, a grandiose ice cascade.
We are going to the thermal complex "Amber Aqua" (additional fee) (or "Geduco").
The pools of the Yantarny Aqua recreation center are filled with natural thermal water rich in beneficial wellness substances.
The water here is special — it contains iodine, bromine, boron, so it is especially indicated for people with problematic thyroid, it contains a lot of silicic acid and other organic compounds.
Return to Pyatigorsk.
Dinner (extra charge).
Free time.
Lunch and dinner on your own for an additional fee.

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Day 4 - Excursion "Secrets of Ancient Iriston"
Breakfast at the hotel or (lunch box).
Room release.
Departure for the excursion "Secrets of ancient Iriston".
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 rock (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 Iversky Mother of God, a gift from Queen Tamara to the people of Ossetia, is kept here.
Accommodation at the Planeta Lux or Amran Hotel.
Free time.
Departure for the feast "Alan evening".
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.
After dinner, a spectacular continuation of the evening awaits you.
You will hear the sounds of national musical instruments — from the melodies of the Ossetian accordion to the sparkling rhythm of dooley.
You will admire the professional performance of the Caucasian Lezginka and the traditional mass Alan dance Simd.
And in the final, the participants of the evening will have a fun disco, where you can dance a lot yourself.
Return to the hotel.
Free time.
Entrance ticket to Kadargavan Canyon for an additional fee.

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Day 5 - Grozny, Shali 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 Archangel Michael Temple.
You will see the monument to firefighters, the modern quarters of Grozny and the famous skyscrapers of Grozny City.
And also on the way back you will visit Shali, where we will inspect the largest mosque in Europe, built of white marble.
Lunch at the cafe.
In the city of Shali, we visit the largest mosque in Europe, the Pride of Muslims.
Transfer to Vladikavkaz, city tour.
Dinner (included in the price).
Return to the hotel.
Free time.
Entrance tickets are available for an additional fee.

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Day 6 - Elbrus region
Breakfast at the hotel or lunch box.
Room release.
An excursion to the wonderful mountainous region, sung by Vladimir Vysotsky and won the hearts of millions of people — in the Elbrus region.
The snow-covered hump of Elbrus fascinates and attracts with its inaccessibility.
The road goes along the Baksan Gorge, crossing the Baksan River several times and leads to the foot of Elbrus.
The bus route ends at the village of Terskol in the Azau meadow.
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 the city of Donguz-Orun.
Transfer to Pyatigorsk.
Accommodation at the hotel.
Free time.
Lunch and dinner on your own for an additional fee. Cable car rides and nature reserve fees for an additional fee.

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Day 7 - Zheleznovodsk. Departure
Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure for a sightseeing tour to Zheleznovodsk.
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, Pushkin Gallery, Medical Park, Cascade Staircase.
On the tour we will find out how the history of the resort developed, which famous people visited it, how the cottage of the Emir of Bukhara turned out to be here and how the city lives today.
Return to Pyatigorsk.
The end of the program.
Departure.
Lunch and dinner on your own for an additional fee.

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Difficulty

For any person

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	Additional payment for an additional day
Pyatigorsk,** 2-seater Standard	55 400	4 550
Pyatigorsk, 1st local "**Standard"	64 500	3 500
"Intourist",* 2-seater "Standard"	56 700	5 400
Intourist,* 1-but local "Standard"	64 950	5 000
"Bugar",* 2-seater "Standard"	58 750	6 000
"Bugar",* 1-but local "Standard"	68 550	5 200
Beshtau,* 2-seater Standard	60 750	6 700
Beshtau,* 1-but local "Standard"	78 250	6 100
Beshtau,* 2-seater Comfort	62 650	8 200
Beshtau,* 1st local Comfort	75 400	7 600

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

Intourist Hotel

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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Another option

Pyatigorsk Hotel 2*

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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Another option

Bugar Park Hotel 3*

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 Hotel 3*

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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Tour conditions

Group

up to 35 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

Pyatigorsk

Included in price

accommodation according to the program;
Meals: 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners;
sightseeing and transportation services.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Pyatigorsk and back;
meals not specified in the program;
the resort fee is 100 rubles/person/day (paid by tourists upon check-in at the hotel);
entrance tickets:
- cable car ascent to Mashuk — 360 rubles/person.;
- cable car to Cheget — 900 rubles/person.;
- the environmental fee in the Elbrus region is 200 rubles/person.;
- cable cars in the Elbrus region — 2,500 rubles/person/all queues;
- cable car to the city of Elbrus — 1,600 rubles/person.;
- visit to the thermal complex — 500 rubles /person.;
- entrance tickets on the 5th day of the tour (visit to Grozny) — 400 rubles/person.;
- the ecological fee at Honey Waterfalls is 100 rubles/person.;
- Kadargavan canyon — 300 rubles/person..
airport — hotel transfer. Pyatigorsk/ Pyatigorsk hotel — Mineralnye Vody Airport — 3,500 rubles one way;
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 Elbrus and Dombai;
comfortable sports shoes;
raincoat;
sunglasses and cream;
swimwear and outfits for photo shoots;
personal first aid kit and insect bites (if necessary);
money for personal purposes.

The following safety rules must be followed on excursions:

1. Follow generally accepted rules of conduct and personal hygiene.

2. Observe discipline, strictly follow all instructions of the guide and the head of the group.

3. Observe the established and announced schedule of the tour, as well as the time allowed for the inspection of a particular object of visit.

4. To leave the group only with the permission of the guide and the head of the group.

5. Purchase and consume food only after approval by the head of the group.

6. In spring and summer, conduct a personal visual inspection for the detection of ticks.

7. Listen carefully to the guide.

Safety precautions at sightseeing sites:

1. When visiting observation decks, do not go beyond the installed fences.

2. When visiting production facilities, keep a group. Do not approach moving and rotating mechanisms. Protect your eyes from dust. Do not remove anything from the territory of enterprises.

3. Be careful, protect your eyes from small stone chips and fingers.

4. It is not allowed to depart from the route (trails, paths), approach electrical wires, unfenced edges of ravines, cliffs, etc.

During the bus tour:

1. Tourists are obliged to carefully handle the available equipment of the bus cabin

2. Boarding the bus is carried out only at the command of the head, to the places indicated by the head.

3. Tourists' hand luggage is located in a specially designated place (under the seat, on the top shelf, etc.). It is forbidden to place bags or other things of tourists in the aisles. For security reasons, the passage must be free.

4. Before starting the bus, the tourist undertakes to fasten his seat belts and not unbutton them until the bus stops completely or the permission of the accompanying person (guide).

5. It is forbidden to get up from your seats and walk around the cabin while the bus is moving.

6. It is forbidden to open windows without the driver's permission.

7. It is forbidden to distract drivers while driving. All your questions will be solved by the guide or the senior of the group.

8. It is forbidden to expose any body parts, as well as to throw garbage into the open windows of the bus.

9. It is forbidden to drink any drinks and eat while the bus is moving.

10. In case of signs of motion sickness or nausea, it is necessary to immediately inform the accompanying person or the guide.

11. During the bus stop, do not get up from your seats until the bus stops completely and the group leader gives a special order. You can get off the bus only after the guide and the group leader.

12. When leaving your seat during parking, the back of the chair must be returned to its original position.

13. When exiting the bus, you should not crowd, get out carefully one person at a time.

14. The exit from the bus is made through the front door. After getting off the bus, do not disperse, gather at the specified place and follow the instructions of the guide (accompanying person).

15. When returning to the bus, it is necessary to occupy the seats where you were sitting before exiting it.

16. You get on a clean bus. You have to get out of a clean bus. In this regard, it is forbidden to leave garbage on the bus, gnaw seeds, leave empty bottles, wrappers, fruit peels.

17. NO SMOKING ON BUSES!

18. During emergency braking, it is necessary to rest your feet and hands on the seat in front of you.

19. In case of an accident, follow the instructions of the driver and the team leader clearly.

During the walking tour:

1. While driving along the street, it is necessary to walk in a compact group without disturbing other pedestrians.

2. The roadway of the street must be crossed only in accordance with the traffic regulations established for these places and at the command of the group leader or guide.

General precautions:

1. Handbags and purses should be held tightly in your hands, not on your shoulder.

2. It is advisable to keep the passport separate from the money.

3. Do not leave valuables, handbags, photo and video equipment in plain sight.

4. Do not leave things unattended while visiting sightseeing sites.

5. Use hats and sunglasses to protect from the sun.

6. If you feel unwell, you must immediately inform the group leader or the tour guide.

7. Pay attention to the health status and behavior of the tour participants, immediately inform the group leader or the guide about the first signs of ill health or absence of the tour participant.

8. If you fall behind the group, contact the group leader or another participant of the event immediately. If you cannot get in touch, contact a government agency: a museum, the police, or the nearest educational institution.

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28 Dec, 2024 – 3 Jan, 2025 7 days 6 nights

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New Year's wonders of the Caucasus

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Tour highlights

Itinerary

Accommodation

Tour conditions

Included in price

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It's important to know

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