A New Year's tale of the Caucasus

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You will see the ancient village of Dzivgis and the phoenix city of Grozny, get acquainted with Ossetian traditions and cuisine, and visit Vladikavkaz, a place with a real national flavor. And the trip will end with a climb to Elbrus and a visit to Mount Cheget, from where you can enjoy a beautiful view.

Location

Stavropol territory, Pyatigorsk

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Tour highlights

Cable car to Elbrus

Climb the gray-haired majestic two-peak volcano, which was born hundreds of thousands of years ago

Ossetian flavor

At the feast, you will be introduced to the traditions, as well as the cuisine, music and dancing of the ritual evening.

The Wonders of Chechnya

You will see the largest white marble mosque in Europe and the equally beautiful Heart of Chechnya Mosque

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Guided tour "Secrets of ancient Iriston". The feast
Early departure from Pyatigorsk is approximately at 06:30 for the guided tour "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 gorge. Dzivgis is home to one of the most famous sights of North Ossetia, the rock fortress. Entrance for an additional fee is 300 rubles. Kadargavan Canyon.
Lunch is included in the price.
We visit the Alan Monastery, the highest mountain monastery in Russia. The miraculous icon of the Mozdok Iveron Mother of God, a gift from Queen Tamara to the people of Ossetia, is kept here.
Check-in at the hotel. Free time.
Departure to the feast (included in the price of the tour). It's time to get acquainted with the traditions, cuisine, music and dances of the amazing republic of the Caucasus! A national evening with an Ossetian feast — the main ritual of the Alan cult — the great prayer feast of the KUVD.
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.
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.

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Day 2 - Grozny and Vladikavkaz
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Grozny.
The phoenix city, reborn from the ashes of a long-ago war. Modern Grozny is a beautiful, clean, cozy city, where nothing reminds of the past. The capital of Chechnya is even called "Dubai of the Caucasus."
The Grozny City skyscrapers rise to a height of 40 floors (entrance is 400 rubles per person), but this is not the limit: a 102-story skyscraper in the style of Chechen medieval watchtowers is being built nearby.
You will visit the Church of Archangel Michael and the Heart of Chechnya Mosque, one of the largest in the world. The mosque is decorated with patterns in the style of traditional Chechen bustam ornaments, its interior is an abundance of white marble, gold dusting and 36 chandeliers with thousands of Swarovski crystals.
Lunch at the cafe is 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 foot of the Caucasus Mountains, along the banks of the swift and wayward Terek River.
Dinner is included in the price.
Return to the hotel. Free time.

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Day 3 - Elbrus, Elbrus and Mount Cheget. Departure
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! A gray-haired majestic twin-topped volcano that was born hundreds of thousands of years ago as a result of the strongest earthquakes.
Locals call Elbrus "the mountain of happiness" or "the mountain of the gods." The snow-capped hump of Elbrus fascinates and attracts with its inaccessibility.
The bus route ends at the village of Terskol in the Azau clearing. The ascent to Elbrus begins from it. Cable cars for an additional fee:
2,700 rubles per person . Elbrus;
1,100 rubles per person . Cheget.
The tour program includes a visit to Mount Cheget. It offers a beautiful view.
Transfer to Pyatigorsk.
Lunch and dinner on your own.
The tour ends approximately at 22:00-23:00 in Pyatigorsk, please purchase return tickets based on this fact.

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Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Hotel

2 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The tour includes accommodation in the Vladikavkaz Hotel, standard room (2 nights). It is possible to replace the hotel with an equivalent one.

The cost of the tour for 1 person in rubles:

2-local	1-local	additional place
41 300	50 900	36 000

The cost is additional. nights in hotels on New Year's dates may vary at the time of booking, please check with the manager.

It is located in the heart of Vladikavkaz with a magnificent view of the Terek River and the indescribable beauty of the peaks of the mountain ranges. The Kosta Khetagurov Park and the National Museum are in the immediate vicinity.

The rooms are equipped with everything necessary for a relaxing stay: TV, kettle, air conditioning, bathroom with toiletries and towels. There is a large swimming pool, a modern fitness center, and a beauty salon on site.

The hotel has a luxurious restaurant with several halls, and a hearty and delicious breakfast is served in the morning. There is a lobby bar with various drinks and small snacks.

The distance between the hotel and the airport is 27 km, and the railway station is 3 km away.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 3 to 50 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Stavropol territory, Pyatigorsk

Included in price

habitation;
meals specified in the program:
- 2 breakfasts;
- 2 lunches;
- 1 dinner + feast;
tour and transportation services.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody / Pyatigorsk and back;
meals not included in the tour program;
airport transfer Min. Water hotel in Pyatigorsk and back — 3,000 rubles one way;
Kadargavan Canyon — 300 rubles.;
Grozny city — 400 rubles.;
cable cars — 2,700 rubles per person. Elbrus, 1,100 rubles per person. Cheget;
eco—collection in the Elbrus region - 200 rubles per person.

The cost of entrance tickets may be increased during the New Year 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;
comfortable sports shoes;
raincoat;
sunglasses and cream;
swimwear and outfits for photo shoots;
personal first aid kit;
cash money.

Dates and Prices

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$570

1 – 3 Jan, 2027 3 days 2 nights

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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!