Your meeting with the Caucasus

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Sightseeing tour of the regions of the North Caucasus.

We will walk through one of the oldest cities in the world on the shores of the Caspian Sea and visit the lakes of Balkaria. Let's feel the evening romance of Grozny, see a piece of the Asian desert in the heart of the mountainous region — the filming location of the cult movie "White Sun of the Desert" and go to the tower complexes of ancient villages of Ossetia and Ingushetia.

The route is designed with moderate loads in mind to enjoy a vacation in the mountains and will be equally interesting for both beginners and seasoned travelers.

Location

Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz

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Tour highlights

Trekking to Dagestan Machu Picchu

Climb along the canyon to the ghost village of Gamsutl at an altitude of 1700 m (summer)

Cable car ride

We will climb Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe, to the Mir station

Alan evening

If desired, we will attend an ethno-national style show program with dinner and tasting.

Boat trip

Let's take a boat trip through the most beautiful reservoir

The beauty of karst lakes

We will see the famous Blue Lakes of Balkaria

The atmosphere of medieval villages

Let's dive into the history of the Caucasus, consider the sanctuaries and ancient artifacts

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Vladikavkaz Sightseeing Walking Tour
Arrival in Vladikavkaz, transportation to the airport / railway station from 08:00 to 14:00 for any flight / train.
Meeting and group transfer to the hotel, accommodation.
16:00 Sightseeing walking tour of Vladikavkaz – iconic places and the centuries-old history of the city.
19:30-21:30 ALAN EVENING show program in ethno-national style with dinner and tasting (extra charge) on Wednesdays.
Day 2 - Vladikavkaz — Cherek Gorge — Upper Balkaria — Blue Lakes
Beginning at 08:30
Program of the day: program of the day: transfer to Kabardino-Balkaria – Cherek gorge – Cherek gorge – Upper Balkaria village – Lake Tserik-Kel – Aushiger Aquacenter thermal spring complex (optional, extra charge) when visiting the thermal springs, you must bring bathing accessories, slates and towels) – transfer to Baksanskoe Narzanov glade gorge – Azau glade (2,300 m above sea level).
Lunch and dinner on your own (extra charge).
Accommodation in hotels in polyana Azau/Cheget.
Mileage per day: 360 km, duration 10 hours.

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Day 3 - Mount Elbrus
09:00 Excursion to Elbrus, ascent to Mir station, 3450 m. – transfer to Vladikavkaz (9 hours, 240 km)
Elbrus is the calling card of the North Caucasus and the highest peak in Europe!
Cable car ticket to Mir station (Extra charge).
Lunch – on your own (extra charge).
14:00 Transfer to Vladikavkaz.
19:30-21:30 ALAN EVENING show program in ethno-national style with dinner and tasting (extra charge).
Mileage per day: 240 km, duration 9 hours.

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Day 4 - An exciting trip to Mountainous Ingushetia
An exciting trip to Mountainous Ingushetia from Vladikavkaz: (8 hours, 180 km).
Beginning at 09:00
Program of the day: Jeyrakh gorge – Erzi – Ceyloam pass – ancient Egikal – Targim tower complex – Vnushki – Thaba-Yerdy Temple – picnic lunch (extra charge).
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.
Mileage per day: 180 km, duration 8 hours.

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Day 5 - Three gorges: Kurtatinsky — Karmadonskoye — Dargavs
It starts at 08:30.
The program of the day: Karmadon — Dargavs — The City of the dead — The Tower of Kurta and Tag — the village of Tsmiti — the Holy Dormition Alan Monastery.
Picnic lunch (extra charge).
Kurtatinsky gorge — Kadargavansky canyon — Dzivgis fortress.
16:30 Arrival in Vladikavkaz.
Mileage per day: 120 km, duration 8 hours.

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Day 6 - Mountain Digoria: Zadalesk — Makhchesk — Uallagkom
It starts at 08:30.
Program of the day: Digor Gorge — Akhsinta Canyon — Lagty Dzuar Sanctuary — Zadalesk — Museum of the Mother of Makhachkala, Abisalova Tower.
Picnic lunch (extra charge).
Uallagkom: villages of Dunta, Kamunta, Galiat — Fasnal — village of Matsuta.
Return to Vladikavkaz by 19:00.
Mileage per day: 255 km, duration 10 hours.

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Day 7 - Alagir Gorge – Tsei – Mamison
It starts at 08:30.
Program of the day: Sanctuary and rock monument of Uastyrdzhi — Tsey gorge — cable car to Skazsky glacier.
Picnic lunch (extra charge).
Mamison gorge – Lisri village — obelisk to the Gazdanov brothers.
Return to Vladikavkaz by 16:30.
Mileage per day: 220 km, duration 8 hours.

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Day 8 - Grozny Sightseeing Tour
08:30 Transfer to Grozny (1 hour 40 min, 120 km).
10:30 Sightseeing tour in Grozny: Grozny City – Flower Park – Heart of Chechnya Mosque – Archangel Michael Temple – Prospect M. Esambayeva Walk of Fame (2.5-3 hours).
14:00 Lunch (extra charge).
15:00 Transfer from Grozny to Izberbash, Dagestan (3 hours, 220 km).
Arrival is estimated at 18:30.
Hotel accommodation in Izberbash or Makhachkala.

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Day 9 - Gamsutl — Chokh — Karadakh gorge / waterfall Tobot – Matlas — Khunzakh – Karadakh gorge
The program includes 9 days on tour dates: from 15.04 to 30.09.2026.
Gamsutl – Chokh – Karadakh gorge.
Breakfast at 07:00.
The program of the day starts at 07:30: transfer to Gunibsky district — Gamsutl ghost village – panorama of the mountainous village of Chokh – Karadakh gorge.
Lunch (extra charge).
Transfer and accommodation to the hotel, Izberbash/Makhachkala.
Mileage: 330 km, duration: 10 hours.
The program includes 9 days on tour dates: from 07.10 to 21.10.2026.
Izberbash — waterfall Tobot – Matlas — Khunzakh – Karadakh gorge — Izberbash.
Breakfast at 07:00.
The program of the day starts at 07:30.
Program of the day: Tobot Waterfall — Stone Bowl – Matlas plateau – Khunzakh village – Karadakh gorge.
Lunch (extra charge).
Transfer and accommodation in a hotel in Izberbash/ Makhachkala.
The order of excursions on the 9th and 10th days of the program may vary.
Mileage: 335 km, duration: 9 hours.

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Day 10 - Lun — Derbent Ekranoplane
Breakfast at 07:30.
The program of the day starts at 08:00: transfer to Southern Dagestan — Lun ekranoplan — sightseeing tour of Derbent: Dagh fortress wall-Bars, Juma mosque, walk through the magals of the old city — Naryn-Kala citadel — visit the market — purchase souvenirs.
Lunch (extra charge).
Transfer and accommodation to the hotel, Izberbash/Kaspiysk/Makhachkala.
The order of excursions on the 9th and 10th days of the program may vary.
Mileage per day: 190 km, duration 9 hours.

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Day 11 - Sulak canyon, Oaks — trout farming. Departure
Breakfast is 07:00.
Start of the day's program at 07:30: transfer to Sarykum dune – Sulak Canyon — observation deck with views of Sulak Canyon — Chirkey reservoir — boat ride through the reservoir (optional, additional charge) — Nokho cave complex (optional, additional charge) — trout farming.
Lunch (extra charge).
15:00 Group transfer to Makhachkala airport for evening flights, later at 19:00.
Mileage per day: 280 km, duration 9 hours.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Tour organizer's comments

The ascent to Gamsutl involves a drop-off by car and a walking route. In the parking lot, local residents provide drop-off services on mountain transport (UAZ, Niva). You can drive by car for about 1.5 km, and at this moment the steepest part of the climb is overcome. The cost of the service is 100-200 rubles /person in one direction. From the car stop, the path to the end of the route will be 1.8 km, the height difference is 1450-1670 m.

Accommodation

Hotel

10 nights

Comfort

Midscale
Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in hotels in Vladikavkaz/Terskole/Izberbashe with breakfast.

The cost of the tour per room, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

Placement	Room category	Price validity period	Dbl 2-local	Twin 2-local	Single 1-local	Triple 3-local	DBL+CH 2bz+1reb
Kadgaron Hotel 3- Snow Leopard 3 - Ocean 3*	standard	15.04.2026-23.06.2026	157 900	157900	105200	226600	213400
		24.06.2026-25.08.2026	167 100	167100	110190	235150	221900
		26.08.2026-31.10.2026	157 900	157900	105200	226600	213400
Planet Lux 3* Hotel- Snow Leopard 3* - Ocean 3*	standard	15.04.2026-23.06.2026	162870	162870	111960	237280	226200
		24.06.2026-25.08.2026	172100	172100	116930	245800	234700
		26.08.2026-31.10.2026	162870	162870	111960	237280	226200
Vladikavkaz Hotel 4- Snow Leopard 3 - Ocean 3*	standard	15.04.2026-23.06.2026	184880	184880	139650	255380	241100
		24.06.2026-25.08.2026	194100	194100	144600	263900	249600
		26.08.2026-31.10.2026	184880	184880	139650	255380	241100

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, from 7 to 12 years old inclusive.

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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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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Tour conditions

Group

From 5 to 40 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

11 days 10 nights

Group meets at

Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz

Included in price

group transfers from Nalchik Airport and railway station to hotels on the first day of the tour for all flights/trains upon arrival before 14:00;
group transfer to the airport and railway station of Makhachkala upon departure on the final day of the tour for flights/trains later than 19:00;
accommodation in hotels according to the Vladikavkaz tour program/Terskole/Izberbashe with 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 Vlad and back from Makhachkala;
meals not specified in the program;
the ticket for the chairlift in the Tseysky gorge is 900 rubles.;
cable car ticket to the Elbrus region: Azau — station Mir — 2,700 rubles.;
meals along the tour route: picnic lunch or lunch are paid on site;
the resort fee or tax is paid independently upon check-in at the hotel;
excursions, entertainment, and entrance tickets to facilities not included in the tour program:
- boat trip to the reservoir (optional) — 600 rub.;
- visit to the Nokhyo cave complex (optional) — 700 rub.;
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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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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Svetlana Neustroeva

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20 May, 2026

A huge thank you to the providers and the entire team!!!! 🤝👍 My husband and I went on a weekend tour to North Ossetia, and we absolutely loved it. I completely fell in love with the mountains ❤️ the scenery was so breathtaking it literally made my head spin. It’s unbelievably beautiful there 😍!!:) The trip lasted 4 days : the first day included a sightseeing tour, followed by three days in the mountains with skiing, snowboarding, and visits to the thermal springs. Everything was pleasant and well organized right from the booking stage. All of our additional questions were answered in great detail, everything was honest and transparent :) which is really important :D You can tell that everything has been carefully thought out: the service was attentive without being intrusive, and everyone involved was genuinely friendly and passionate about their work!:) We will definitely travel with “Big Country” again!! If you’re still hesitating - don’t overthink it, just choose a tour and go!!! :D The company of these wonderful people will truly make your trip unforgettable! Special thanks to our guide, Akhshar 🫶🏻 we were so happy to meet you!