On the slopes of the mountains. A trip to the Caucasus

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This tour is an opportunity to see the most impressive corners of the Caucasus in one trip: from kurortny Pyatigorsk and Dombay to Elbrus, the gorges of North Ossetia and the ancient towers of Ingushetia.

You will find picturesque mountains, passes, waterfalls and nature reserves, national cuisine and an introduction to the culture and history of the Caucasus.

Every day will be intense and bright, join us!

Location

Russia, Stavropol Territory, Mineralnye Vody

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Tour highlights

Blue Lake

We will see the largest and deepest karst lake, shrouded in a huge number of legends and mysteries.

Majestic nature

Dark coniferous forests, stormy rivers, waterfalls and mountains create the unique beauty of this area

The resort Park

We will walk along the alleys and paths of the Kislovodsk Resort Park, the second largest man—made park in Europe

Itinerary

Day 1 - Getting to know Pyatigorsk – Tsvetnik Park – Diana's Grotto – Proval Cave
Arrival at Mineralnye Vody Airport or Pyatigorsk railway station.
13:00 Meeting and gathering of the group, transfer to the hotel in Pyatigorsk.
Accommodation in hotels: Mashuk 2*/ Pyatigorsk 3* or Intourist 3*/Beshtau 3*.
15:00 Sightseeing tour in Pyatigorsk, which is rightfully considered a monument city, because it has seen many historical events and great people.
Let's take a walk through the Tsvetnik Park, a favorite tourist destination.
We will visit particularly famous places – the Eagle sculpture mountain, Diana's grotto, which inspired Lermontov, and the Academic Elizabethan Gallery.
We will admire the view of the city, Mashuk and Beshtau mountains from the Aeolian Harp gazebo. After that, a Sinkhole awaits us — this is the name of an underground cave in Pyatigorsk with a wonderful blue lake.

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Day 2 - Pyatigorsk — Dombai resort
Program of the day: Gumbashi pass – Shoaninsky temple – Sentinsky temple – Teberdinsky Nature Reserve – Ullu-Muruju River – Dombay glade.
It starts at 09:00.
On the way to Dombay, we will arrange an intense photo shoot at the colorful Gumbashi pass, stop at the Muruju River to admire the wildlife.
Not far from the village of Khetagurovo, we will climb the holy mountain Shoan ("Sanctuary"), where the ancient Christian Cathedral of St. George the Victorious stands. This is the Alan temple of the first half of the 10th century, a pearl of Byzantine architecture, recognized as a monument of national significance.
On the way, we will make a stop and look at the Sentinsky Temple towering on the mountain, which is one of the five most ancient temples of the 10th century in Russia and built in the Byzantine style.
Next, our way lies through the Teberdinsky State Nature Reserve, the memories of which will remain in memory for a long time.
There are a wide variety of natural landscapes here: mountains with peaks touching the sky, glaciers with ancient secrets, forests with many amazing animals.
If there's a place in the world that's better to see once, it's Dombay. Tourists have come up with a saying: "Whoever has not been to Dombay has not seen the Caucasus"!
The unique beauty of Dombay, praised by poets, is a land of blue sky, invigorating air, generous sun, coniferous forests and alpine meadows, stormy rivers and sparkling waterfalls, snow–capped peaks and mirrored glaciers.
18:00 Accommodation in hotels in Dombayskaya Polyana: Snow Leopard 3* or Meridian 3*.
Lunch and dinner on your own (extra charge).
Lunch can be served on a set menu at one of the cafes along the route (pre-order at the beginning of the tour/cash payment):
800 rubles/person, cafe "At Madina's" (on the cable car): chanakhi (beef) + manti (beef) + bread + tea.
The route length is 250 km.

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Day 3 - Dombai — Teberdinsky Nature Reserve — Nizhny Arkhyz — Pyatigorsk
Program of the day: ascent to the top of Moussa-Achitara – Teberdinsky Nature Reserve – Nizhne-Arkhyz Alan settlement – Face of Christ – Pearl of the Caucasus thermal springs (additional ticket fee) – Pyatigorsk.
It starts at 09:00.
Cable car ride to the top of Moussa Achitara (ticket – extra charge). An amazing panorama opens from the observation deck, as the famous peaks of the Caucasus and the mighty Elbrus in a haze of clouds appear in the palm of your hand.
The guide will introduce you to local legends, tell you about the culture, customs and traditions of the Caucasian peoples.
We are once again admiring the beauties of the Teberdinsky Nature Reserve, and the historical and educational program will continue with an introduction to the Nizhne-Arkhyz Alan settlement, an open-air museum with the status of a monument of federal significance.
Presumably, it was here that the capital of the ancient Alan state, the disappeared city of Maas, mentioned in the Byzantine chronicles, was located.
On the territory of the settlement, temples are adjacent to pagan religious buildings, since before the adoption of Christianity, most Alans worshipped fire and the sun.
Let's go up to the rock Face of Christ, a monumental icon painted on a rock. The Savior's gaze is directed at the Northern Temple of the Nizhne-Arkhyz settlement. It was in this temple that the Alans were baptized in the 10th century AD.
On the way to Pyatigorsk, we will visit the Pearl of the Caucasus thermal complex (extra charge). Relaxing in the pool with thermal waters will restore the energy boost and add positive emotions! (we recommend taking bathing accessories, towels and flip-flops).
Lunch and dinner on your own (extra charge).
Lunch can be served on a set menu at one of the cafes along the route (pre-order at the beginning of the tour/cash payment):
650 rubles/person, cafe "At grandfather Hassan's": lagman (beef) + pilaf (beef/lamb) + bread + tea.
19:00 Accommodation in hotels: Mashuk 2*/ Pyatigorsk 3* or Intourist 3*/Beshtau 3*.
The route length is 320 km.

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Day 4 - Pyatigorsk — Honey waterfalls — Kislovodsk — Pyatigorsk
The program of the day: a trip to the Honey Waterfalls – the natural monument Mount Koltso – exploring Kislovodsk – Resort Park – Cascade staircase – Main Narzan Gallery.
It starts at 09:00.
A trip to the Honey Waterfalls will reveal the diversity and beauty of nature, history and traditions of the region. On the way, we will make a stop to explore a natural monument – Mount Koltso.
After a walk at the Honey Waterfalls, you will have time to relax and enjoy the natural scenery, taste the national cuisine.
The acquaintance with Kislovodsk begins in the old part of the city, from the Kislovodsk fortress, which gave rise to the resort town in the early years of the 19th century.
We will continue along the alleys and paths of the Kislovodsk Resort Park, the second largest man–made park in Europe. Once upon a time, Mikhail Lermontov, Alexander Pushkin, Leo Tolstoy and Anton Chekhov strolled here.
The Glass Stream Waterfall, the Mirror Pond and the Damsky Kapriz Bridge are the most picturesque sights in a quiet and secluded part of the Resort Park.
Then the tour will continue through the picturesque urban surroundings, walk along the Cascading Stairs, taste the medicinal narzan in the Main Narzan Gallery and enjoy the beauty of Kurortny Boulevard.
Lunch and dinner on your own (extra charge).
Lunch can be served on a set menu at one of the cafes along the route (pre-order at the beginning of the tour/cash payment):
750 rubles/person, cafe in Kislovodsk, set menu: noodle soup, cutlet (beef/chicken), mashed potatoes, crab salad, bun, compote.
The duration is 8 hours, the route length is 145 km.

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Day 5 - Pyatigorsk — Azau Polyana — Mount Elbrus — Nalchik
Program of the day: Baksan gorge – Narzanov glade – Azau glade (2300 m above sea level) – Elbrus – the highest peak in Europe, ascent to Mir station, 3450 m. – transfer to Nalchik.
08:30 Start.
We will go to the foot of the highest mountain in Europe – Elbrus (5462 m), along the way we will get acquainted with the sights of the largest and most famous Baksan gorge in the Central Caucasus, visit the beautiful Narzan Meadow.
Then we will climb to the Azau glade (2,300 m above sea level). She is beautiful at any time of the year. Coniferous forest, mountain air, and natural narrows create a good mood and strengthen the immune system.
We will take the Elbrus complex cable car (ticket – extra charge) to Mir station (3450 m) and explore the surroundings: the intoxicating feeling of conquering the highest peak in Europe, the endless panorama of snow-capped ridges and clouds passing under our feet.
Along the way, we will learn the story of the conquest of one of the most beautiful peaks in the world, a dormant volcano, which is associated with many mystical events.
The cable car will take us to the eternal snow and ice, to the unimaginable panoramas of the Main Caucasian Mountain Range.
Those interested in history can visit the Museum of the Military Glory of the Defenders of Elbrus during the Great Patriotic War, and someone will just want to go to a cafe, try local pastries, hot dishes, tea, coffee, mulled wine.
Those who wish will be able to climb to the top station of the cable car – Gara-Bashi (3850m) and ride snowmobiles and snowmobiles. Impressions and emotions will remain for a lifetime!
Arrival in Nalchik, accommodation at the hotel.
Lunch and dinner on your own (extra charge).
Lunch can be served on a set menu at one of the cafes along the route (pre-order at the beginning of the tour/cash payment):
800 rubles/person, cafe "Three sisters": lagman (beef) + khychin with cheese and herbs (potatoes) + tea.
The duration is 8-9 hours, the route length is 295 km.

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Day 6 - Nalchik — Cherek Gorge — Upper Balkaria — Blue Lakes
Program of the day: Cherek gorge – Cherek gorge – Upper Balkaria village – Lake Tserik-Kel.
08:30 Start.
The Cherek Gorge is an extraordinarily beautiful place in the mountains of the Caucasus, which has preserved its unique nature, ancient sights, and distinctive Balkarian culture.
It is here, high in the mountains, that you can touch the true history of the Balkarian people.
One of the main natural attractions is the Lower Blue Lake, which is part of the Lake Balkaria complex.
The largest and deepest karst lake, which the ethnic population calls "bottomless," is shrouded in a huge number of legends and mysteries. Having visited the shores of this lake only once, you will want to return to it again and again!
This will be followed by an inspection of the Cherek Gorge, the narrowest part of the gorge. It is here that you can observe the picturesque steep cliffs that amaze with their size and grandeur, as well as see the full power of the Cherek River, which formed the gorge itself.
The observation deck overlooking the Cherek Canyon will be one of the unforgettable stages of the tour.
Climbing higher, we find ourselves in the mountainous village of Verkhnyaya Balkaria, which is known as the "open-air museum" because it is here, surrounded by mountains, that buildings from the late Middle Ages have been preserved. The Abai-Kala Tower, Amirkhan-Kala, as well as the ruins of once-existing traditional Balkarian settlements.
Lunch – on your own (extra charge). It can be carried out according to the set menu in one of the cafes along the route (pre-order at the beginning of the tour /cash payment):
650 rubles/person, Altu cafe: soup: chicken/lagman/shorpa (beef) + lyulya (beef) + 1/2 khichin + bread + tea.
17:00 Arrival in Vladikavkaz.
19:30-21:30 Alan evening show program in ethno-national style with dinner and tasting (extra charge).
The duration is 8 hours, the route length is 230 km.

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Day 7 - An exciting trip to mountainous Ingushetia
IMPORTANT: to enter the border area of the Dzheyrakh Gorge, the presence of a Russian passport is mandatory, and foreign citizens need to obtain a pass.
Program of the day: Jeyrakh gorge – Erzi – Ceyloam pass – ancient Egikal – Targim –Vnushki tower complex – Thaba-Yerdy Temple.
It starts at 09:00.
The Dzheyrakh gorge. An exciting trip to the Dzheyrakh gorge of Ingushetia, a historical, architectural and natural museum-reserve, to the "land of towers and legends".
The unique landscapes, beautiful views of the northern slopes of the Main Caucasian Mountain Range, mineral springs, the purest waters of mountain rivers and, of course, mysterious medieval tower complexes are outstanding examples of stone architecture.
The trip will take place along the most popular route through the Daryal Gorge. Crossing the Terek River, we head to Jeyra and find ourselves at one of the largest medieval tower complexes.
Erzi. Ingushetia is full of towers, but it is in Erzya that there are the most of them. Let's reveal the secrets of the construction and location of medieval defensive structures.
The Tsei Loam Pass. From the height of the Tsey Loam mountain pass, magnificent views of the snow-capped peak of Kazbek will open and stunning photos can be taken from the observation deck.
Next, we head to the Targim basin, the heart of mountainous Ingushetia. The region, shrouded in legends and ancestral traditions, will immerse you in the mysterious atmosphere of ancestral tower complexes.
The ancient Egikal is the largest tower complex in the Targim basin. Hundreds of buildings of the once mighty village are scattered along the western slope of the Tsey Loam ridge.
Very close, there is a stop at the Targim tower complex. Four tall towers confirm that in ancient times there were four castles of influential Ingush dynasties here.
The Vnushki Towers are one of the most striking monuments of medieval architecture in Ingushetia, recognized as a finalist in the Seven Wonders of Russia competition! The history of the fabulous towers is covered with the most amazing legends and legends.
Acquaintance with the oldest Christian church in Russia – Thaba-Yerdy in the Assinsky gorge, on the right tributary of the river Assi, near the border with Georgia.
Built back in the 8th century, it was originally pagan. In the 12th century, a Christian church was built on the foundation of this building.
Picnic lunch (extra charge). It is carried out according to the set menu in one of the cafes along the route (pre-order at the beginning of the tour / cash payment):
600 rubles/person, cafe in the village of Sigale: chapilg – national flatbread with cottage cheese + fresh salad + tea.
The duration is 8 hours, the route length is 180 km.

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Day 8 - Three gorges: Kurtatinsky — Karmadonskoye — Dargavs
Program of the day: Karmadon – Dargavs – City of the Dead – Kurta and Taga Towers – village of Tsmiti – Holy Dormition Alan Monastery - Kurtatinsky gorge – Kadargavansky Canyon – Dzivgis rock fortress.
It starts at 08:30.
A great journey into the historical past of Ossetia-Alania, acquaintance with culture and traditions. Ossetia or Alania is a land where the spirit of freedom reigns, where peaks to the skies alternate with picturesque gorges, where guests are welcomed with hugs.
Karmadon is one of the narrowest and most rugged gorges in Ossetia. The gorge's infamy is associated with the collapse of the Kolka Glacier in 2002. As a result of the collapse, residents of the gorge and the film crew of Sergei Bodrov died.
Transfer to Dargava Valley. The Dargava necropolis, popularly called the "City of the Dead", consists of more than 90 crypt structures of original shape. Watchtowers of the 16th and 17th centuries.
The Kurta and Tag Tower is one of the symbols of Ossetia, located on top of a cliff at the convergence of three gorges. In the Middle Ages, the tower was of crucial strategic importance in defending against the enemy and in rallying Ossetian clans.
The observation deck offers spectacular views of the Fiagdon Valley, other family tower complexes, and terraces reclaimed from the mountains for planting crops.
In the distance, the ancient village of Tsmiti can be clearly seen on the slope – the territory is literally strewn with dozens of cultural heritage sites.
The highest mountain monastery in Russia is the Holy Dormition Alan Monastery.
Fiagdon monuments: at the monument "The Grieving Horse" let us remember the soldiers of the Kurtatians who gave their lives for their Homeland in the Great Patriotic War. We will also see the world's first monument to Lenin and a bust of Stalin.
Picnic lunch (extra charge). It is carried out according to the set menu in one of the cafes along the route (pre-order at the beginning of the tour / cash payment):
600 rubles/person, cafe "Right Bank": Ossetian pies with cheese and potatoes (2 pieces) + chicken kebab + fresh salad + tea;
600 rubles/person, family cafe in Lamardon: "karchi bash" – chicken soup + tortillas fried in melted butter (2 pieces) with potato and cheese filling + fresh salad + tea.
The Kurtatinsky gorge is located in the very center of mountainous Ossetia. To this day, ancient Ossetian villages with family, military, residential and signal towers, cave fortifications, and religious buildings have been preserved here.
Dzivgis rock fortress. The fortress dates back to the time of the invasion of Tamerlane, that is, around the 15th century. An amazing tactical contraption created by the highlanders to protect them from enemy raids.
Kadargavan Canyon. A unique place where you can see how, over hundreds of years, a mountain river has eroded the soft limestones of a rocky ridge, and a huge boulder that fell from the mountain has become a natural bridge over the canyon.
16:30 Arrival in Vladikavkaz.
The duration is 8 hours, the route length is 120 km.

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Day 9 - Departure
Final day in Vladikavkaz, free time. Buying souvenirs on the road, Ossetian pies, cheese, churchkhela.
Group transfer to the airport or Vladikavkaz railway station for any flight / train, transportation to the hotel from 08:00 to 20:00.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

8 nights

Comfort

Upscale
Premium

Accommodation in hotels/tourist complexes according to the tour program.

The cost of the tour PER ROOM, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

Placement	Room category	Period actions prices	Dbl	Twin	Single	Triple*	DBL+CH
Mashuk 2* - Snow Leopard 3* - Crown 3* - Camellia 3*	standard	29.03.26– 30.11.26	119500	119500	81100	170600	162700
Mashuk 2* - Snow Leopard 3* - Crown 3* - Amran 3*	standard	29.03.26– 30.11.26	122600	122600	81000	171200	163300
Mashuk 2* - Snow Leopard 3* - Korona 3* - Kadgaron Hotel 3*	standard	29.03.26– 30.11.26	122600	122600	81000	172570	163370
Intourist 3* - Snow Leopard 3* - Russia 4* - Planeta Lux 3 Hotel*	standard	29.03.26– 30.11.26	129350	129350	89570	184830	177390
Intourist 3* - Snow Leopard 3* - Russia 4* - Vladikavkaz 3 Hotel*	standard	29.03.26– 30.11.26	142930	142930	106650	196000	186580
Beshtau 3* - Snow Leopard 3* - Azimut 4* - Vladikavkaz 3 Hotel*	comfort	29.03.26– 30.11.26	155340	155340	119000	211100	200600

Twin — double room (has two separate beds).

Double (DBL) — a double room (one double bed).

Single — single room.

* Triple — for triple accommodation, hotels/campsites along the route provide DBL/TWN + additional. a bed or sofa, or three separate beds (depending on the hotel's facilities).

DBL+CH — room for two adults and a child (7-12).

Mashuk Hotel

It is located in the very center of Pyatigorsk, a 7-minute walk from Lenin Square and the cable car, near Tsvetnik Park.

The hotel offers treatments according to the program of the Mashuk sanatorium. It offers free Wi-Fi. There is 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.

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

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Beshtau Hotel

The hotel is located near the center of Pyatigorsk, near Komsomolsky Park, the memorial of military Glory and the church. The reception is open 24 hours a day. Cleaning is carried out daily.

For residents, access to the sports club with sauna, hammam, swimming pool, gym is free from 7 to 10 am. Spa services are also available.

The stylish and spacious rooms are ready to receive their guests. All amenities are provided for you, including upholstered furniture and a bathroom. The window offers a beautiful view of the city.

There is a buffet restaurant on site. Breakfast in the room is available upon request. Refreshing drinks can be enjoyed at the bar. Room service is available.

The distance to Mineralnye Vody Airport is 18 km, and the railway station is about two kilometers away.

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The Intourist Hotel

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

It 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 the 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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Kadgaron Hotel

It is located in the center of Vladikavkaz. It offers a restaurant, free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, a terrace, a bar, a nightclub, meeting facilities and a ticket office. The city Park and the embankment of the Terek River are a 15-minute walk away.

The room features cable TV and a refrigerator. Some rooms have a seating area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV and a minibar.

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Amran Hotel

It is located in Vladikavkaz.

There are 49 rooms of various categories at guests' disposal, including a TV and a refrigerator, a desk, a wardrobe, and a shower room. The suites have a spa bath.

The hotel has a bar and a cafe where you can indulge in dishes of Caucasian and European cuisine, or use the diet menu. Breakfast is served in the morning.

It offers billiards, a private hammam and a sauna. The Vladikavkaz History Museum is located nearby, and the Academic Russian Theater is 1.2 km away. The central market is 0.7 km away. The distance to the airport is 19.3 km, to the railway station is 0.2 km.

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Vladikavkaz Hotel

The Vladikavkaz Hotel is comfortably located in the heart of the city, offering a magnificent view of the Terek River and the mesmerizing peaks of the mountain ranges. Kosta Khetagurov Park and the National Museum are nearby.

Guests are offered to stay in one of the 203 stylish and ergonomic rooms, which have everything for a comfortable stay: a TV, a kettle, air conditioning, and a bathroom with towels and toiletries.

There is a luxurious restaurant with several halls on the territory of the hotel. In the mornings, from 07:00 to 11:00, you can enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast. Guests can also visit the lobby bar, which serves a variety of drinks and light snacks, or choose from banquet halls with different capacities for celebrations. A conference room is also available for rent. It is equipped with modern technology and is perfect for business events.

The train station is only 3 km from the hotel, and the airport is 27 km away.

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The Planet Lux Hotel

The hotel is located in a historic building in the center of Vladikavkaz, a 5-minute walk from Spartak Stadium and Komsomolsky Park.

The bright rooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There are toiletries in the bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available on site.

Vladikavkaz Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. Vladikavkaz Airport is a 30-minute drive away.

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Camellia Hotel

The modern hotel is located in Vladikavkaz. It offers free internet access throughout the building, a 24-hour reception desk and a secure parking lot. The spacious rooms are equipped with a bed and orthopedic mattress, upholstered furniture, TV, split system.

The rooms come with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a fridge, and a kettle. Bathroom with shower and toilet, hairdryer and bath accessories. Some rooms offer mountain views. A rich continental breakfast is served every morning.

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The Korona Hotel

It is located in Nalchik. The room stock consists of 4 categories, each of which is equipped with comfortable furniture, as well as the necessary equipment to make your stay here as comfortable as possible.

Each room has its own bathroom and a bathroom. There is a restaurant on site. Breakfast is served in the morning for all residents.

Nearby you can see the museum of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, the hippodrome, the Atazhukin Park. Public transport stops are within walking distance.

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The Rossiya Hotel

The hotel has a cafe, free Wi-Fi, parking. Laundry, ironing and concierge services are provided. You can book a transfer, use the luggage storage service.

There is a 24-hour front desk, an elevator for people with disabilities, a tour desk and a pharmacy.

The rooms are decorated in a modern style, equipped with beds, furniture, a split system and a TV. The hotel has a cozy atmosphere and friendly staff.

There are cafes and restaurants nearby. Within walking distance are the National Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Nalchik Hippodrome.

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Azimut Nalchik Hotel

It is located in a quiet area of the city. Facilities include high-speed internet, free parking for transport, a picturesque garden, and a sun terrace.

There is a fitness center with modern fitness equipment for all muscle groups, an indoor swimming pool, and a sauna. There is a SPA complex on site where you can enjoy a variety of facial and body treatments.

Comfortable rooms of various categories and capacities are available for accommodation. The accommodation options are individually decorated and equipped with comfortable beds, functional furniture, LCD TV, individual air conditioning, safe and mini-bar.

The private bathroom is equipped with high-quality plumbing, a hairdryer and hygiene products. Rooms are cleaned daily to keep them clean.

A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the hotel. The luxurious restaurant serves delicious international cuisine.

The city center can be reached in 15-20 minutes by car. The distance to the railway station is about seven kilometers, and the airport is 11 km away.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 5 to 30 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

9 days 8 nights

Group meets at

Russia, Stavropol Territory, Mineralnye Vody

Included in price

group transfers from Mineralnye Vody Airport and Pyatigorsk railway station to the hotel on the first day of the tour upon arrival, meeting at 13:00;
group transfers from hotels to the airport and Vladikavkaz railway station upon departure, transportation to the hotel from 08:00 to 20:00;
accommodation in hotels according to the program of the tour in Pyatigorsk/Dombay/Nalchik/Vladikavkaz;
meals – breakfast;
guided tours with professional guides and qualified drivers;
entrance tickets to the objects of visits according to the program of excursions, environmental fees of nature reserves.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody or Pyatigorsk and back from Vladikavkaz;
cable car ticket to Elbrus region: Azau station – Mir station - 2700 rub.;
The cable car ticket for the ascent to Moussa Achitara is 2,700 rubles.;
ticket to the Pearl of the Caucasus thermal springs – 900 rub.;
nutrition:
- picnic lunches or lunches along the tour route (paid on site. The cost and composition of the group set menu are presented in the tour descriptions. The price may vary);
- dinners;
the resort fee or tax is paid independently upon check-in at the hotel;
individual transfers from/to the airport and railway station, as well as any individual transportation service.

Book in advance, the number of seats is limited:

Alan evening show program in ethno-national style with dinner and tasting:
- adult — 2,600 rubles.;
- a child under 18 years of age — 2,200 rubles.;
- children's menu, up to 8 years old — 800 rubles.

It's important to know

Travel clothes should be, first of all, comfortable. Please take with you what you usually wear for hiking and recreation. When planning a visit to protected areas and mountain gorges, sneakers with durable and non-slippery soles are best suited.

Regardless of the predicted weather conditions, it is necessary to take several warm clothes, several pairs of replacement shoes, and rain clothes on the trip; they will be useful in case of a cold snap.

Sun hats, cream, sunglasses. Sunglasses are a must-have attribute in the mountains regardless when you travel in winter or summer. Clothing that covers the shoulders and arms during the daytime hours of active sun.

When visiting shrines, you will need appropriate clothing. In the mosque, women need to wear clothes that will cover the whole body, only the face and hands remain open, trousers are also not allowed. It is enough for men to wear trousers and a shirt with sleeves to visit the mosque.

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Tour option - On the slopes of the mountains. Winter tour of the Caucasus

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24 Dec, 2026 – 1 Jan, 2027 9 days 8 nights

Tour option - On the slopes of the mountains. Winter tour of the Caucasus

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3 – 11 Jan, 2027 9 days 8 nights

Tour option - On the slopes of the mountains. Winter tour of the Caucasus

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24 Jan – 1 Feb, 2027 9 days 8 nights

Tour option - On the slopes of the mountains. Winter tour of the Caucasus

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7 – 15 Feb, 2027 9 days 8 nights

Tour option - On the slopes of the mountains. Winter tour of the Caucasus

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21 Feb – 1 Mar, 2027 9 days 8 nights

Tour option - On the slopes of the mountains. Winter tour of the Caucasus

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7 – 15 Mar, 2027 9 days 8 nights

Tour option - On the slopes of the mountains. Winter tour of the Caucasus

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21 – 29 Mar, 2027 9 days 8 nights

Tour option - On the slopes of the mountains. Winter tour of the Caucasus

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Marina

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8 Jun, 2026

The providers did an outstanding job!!!
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Alyona

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1 Jun, 2026

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I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the tour providers for their professionalism and attention to detail. Everything was thoughtfully planned, from the itinerary to the warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the trip. a special thank-you goes to our guide, Dmitri. Thanks to him, every participant felt cared for and included. We shared many laughs, had wonderful conversations about the mountains, and truly enjoyed every moment of the journey. I would also like to thank our driver, Yuri, for his calm demeanor, confidence behind the wheel, and the sense of safety he provided every step of the way. in the mountains, that kind of reliability is priceless. Thank you for your professionalism, patience, and positive spirit. Traveling with you was more than just getting from one place to another - it was an essential part of a truly unforgettable adventure ! ✨🏔
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Zhanna

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29 May, 2026

I would especially like to highlight the excellent organization of the tour. Everything was arranged at the highest level: comfortable minibus transfers, well-located hotels, precise scheduling, and great attention to detail. I was particularly impressed that we traveled through Dagestan and Chechnya during the holy month of Ramadan, when Muslims observe strict fasting. Because of this, many cafés and restaurants were closed during the day, and even some grocery stores were not operating. Nevertheless, this did not prevent us from discovering the delicious Caucasian cuisine, hearty breakfasts and lunches were organized for us everywhere we went. I would also like to thank our guides for their courtesy, punctuality, and the fascinating way they introduced us to the culture and traditions of the peoples of the Caucasus.

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