Christmas multiactive on Elbrus. 3 gorges of Kabardino-Balkaria

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We will visit the most colorful places of the CBD in a short time: walking tours, trekking in nature and jeeping to the most inaccessible corners of the republic await us.

The tour opens with an introduction to the heart of the region — the city of Nalchik, where we explore its streets, history and culture. Most of the tour is devoted to exploring the amazing nature of the CBD, as well as the amazing peoples living high in the mountains. The techniques of national cuisine will help you get into the spirit of the highlanders' life. After crossing the famous gorge, we will see the Chegem waterfalls and the mysterious Blue Lake.

Location

Stavropol Territory, Mineralnye Vody / Nalchik

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Tour highlights

Cable car ride

Let's climb to the dizzying height of the highest mountain in Russia and Europe

Gastronomic delight

Let's get into the spirit of mountain people's life with the help of amazing dishes of national cuisine

Flying jipping

We are waiting for a jipping through the Aktopark pass, behind which the crypts of the ancient Balkarian village of Eltyuby are located

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Visit to the spa complex of thermal springs
Arrival at the airport or at the Mineralnye Vody railway station before 12:00-12:30.
12:30 Group transfer to Nalchik from Mineralnye Vody without a guide, 2-2.5 hours on the way.
If there are flights to Nalchik, please specify at the time of booking about the possibility of replacing the city of arrival.
On the way, visit the spa complex of thermal springs "Geduko" or "Baksan".
Their waters have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
They are recommended for external use in diseases of blood vessels, skin, musculoskeletal system, nervous system.
There are several types of pools with thermal water of different temperatures, massage tables and slides on the territory.
There is a special safe area for children.
An additional entrance fee is paid — from 600 rubles/person (payment on site)
The duration of bathing is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
16:00 Estimated time of arrival in Nalchik.
Accommodation in hotels of your choice according to your booking.
Dinner is on your own.

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Day 2 - Jeep tour through the Aktoprak pass to the village of Eltyub and to the Chegem waterfalls
Breakfast at the hotel.
Off-road trips to the Chegem gorge to the unique karst waterfalls.
Visit to the parade ground "Fly Chegem" (all additional services such as paragliding, zipline, etc. – for an additional fee).
Lunch with dishes of national cuisine in a cafe on your own.
Crossing the Aktoprak pass (2,200 m above sea level) by jeep.
The next stop will be one of the most ancient and mysterious places of the Chegem gorge — the ancient Balkarian village of Eltyubyu (XIII-XVIII centuries).
Eltuby is known for its impressive structures: stone ground-level crypts and medieval towers.
Return to the hotel.
Dinner is on your own.

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Day 3 - Majestic Elbrus Tour
Breakfast at the hotel or a dry ration.
Meeting with the guide.
Transfer to the Elbrus region.
Arrival at the Azau clearing.
Ascent to the slopes of Mount Elbrus to a height of 3800 m by cable car (extra charge) (closed cabins).
Throughout the route, you will see majestic panoramas of the Caucasian ridges, led by the giant Elbrus (5642 m above sea level).
Visit to the photo zone "Mirror cube 3847".
Starting from a height of 3,500 m, Elbrus is covered with glaciers and snow, so you will have the opportunity to play snowballs or ride a snowmobile for an additional fee to Shelter 11 (height 4,200 m), descent to the Azau clearing.
Lunch at a local cafe on your own.
Return to Nalchik after 20:00.
Dinner is on your own.

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Day 4 - Free day
Breakfast at the hotel.
Rest in Nalchik or an excursion to choose from for an additional fee.
09:00 Excursion "Mysterious Ossetia". Kurtatinsky gorge, Dzivgis Rock fortress, Holy Dormition Monastery.
An additional fee is 6,000 rubles/person, for a group of 6 people.
Departure to the Kurtatinsky gorge with a visit to historical sites along the way.
The gorge is considered one of the most picturesque sights of North Ossetia.
The tour will continue with a visit to the village of Verkhny Fiagdon and the Holy Dormition Monastery, the highest mountain temple in Russia.
You will visit the Dzivgis rock fortress, built in the XIII-XVI centuries. The fortress almost merges with the rock.
You will also visit the Kadargavan gorge, where the river has cut a hundred-meter gap in the mountain range.
Lunch at the cafe of national cuisine (extra charge).
19:00 Estimated time of return to the hotel.
Book when buying a tour.
Bus and pedestrian sightseeing tour of the capital of Kabardino-Balkaria - the city of Nalchik, founded in 1818.
You will get acquainted with the rich history of the city, its cultural and natural monuments.
After the walk, you can enjoy the view of Nalchik from a height: The observation deck (extra charge) offers panoramic views of the capital of the republic, including the legendary Soviet restaurant Sosruko located nearby.
In the pump room you can also drink mineral waters, for which the Caucasus is so famous.
A walk through the Atazhukinsky garden.
An additional fee is 1,500 rubles/person, for a group of 6 people.
Book when buying a tour.

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Day 5 - Blue Lakes and Upper Balkaria. Departure
Breakfast.
Room release.
On the way, a visit to the candy store at the confectionery factory, where everyone can buy the famous Nalchik sweets, marshmallows, marmalade.
A journey to the heart of Balkaria in the gorge of the Cherek River, where 18 mountain villages have been located since the 12th century.
You will meet with a local resident who will tell you about the life, customs and rituals of the highlanders.
You will see medieval towers and ancient villages that attract the attention of cinematographers; in particular, the film "War" by Balabanov was shot in this area.
Lunch with a mountain family with dishes of national cuisine or at a local cafe.
Stop at the Blue Lake, which is rightfully considered the pearl of Kabardino-Balkaria.
Transfer to Mineralnye Vody airport for flights departing after 20:00.
If there are flights to Nalchik, please specify the possibility of replacing the departure city when booking.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

4 nights

Comfort

Premium

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel.

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

Placement	2-bed accommodation	1-local accommodation (on request)	Extra bed (child or adult)
Nalchik Business Hotel 3* standard, dbl	49000	60000	-
*Grand Kavkaz 4 Hotel** 2-bed twin with balcony	57500	67500	-
Azimut Hotel 4* superior twin/dbl	60000	63000 standard 85000 superior	43500

"Azimuth"

Offering a restaurant, a fitness center, a bar and a shared lounge, Azimut Hotel is located in Nalchik. This 4-star hotel offers a garden and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom. It offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and luggage storage.

The rooms at the hotel have a wardrobe. Rooms at AZIMUT Nicpank Hotel are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV.

A buffet breakfast or a halal breakfast is served.

It offers 4-star AZIMUT Nalchik rooms with an indoor pool and a terrace.

The nearest airport is Nalchik Airport, 11 km from the property. An airport shuttle service is available for an additional fee.

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Another option

"Grand Caucasus"

The Grand Caucasus Hotel allows you to conduct business trips, as it is located in the very center of the city. Also, the popularity of the hotel is due to its proximity to transport links.

The number of rooms starts with single rooms and ends with apartment options. Each hotel room has classic furnishings and a full set of showers and bedding. There is a TV and a private shower.

There is a small conference room that can be rented for various negotiations. In addition, you can use the fitness or gym, which has a standard appearance.

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Another option

"Nalchik"

Boutique Hotel Nalchik is located in Nalchik.

The comfortable rooms with classic design are equipped with comfortable beds, TV, air conditioning and a private bathroom. Some have access to a balcony with city views. Guests can make use of laundry, a luggage storage and an iron with ironing board. Guests can connect to a free Wi-Fi network.

There is a restaurant on site. Breakfasts are prepared according to the menu with the possibility of delivery to the room, and there are also packed lunches. Additionally, a kettle is provided in the rooms.

The distance to the airport is 3.5 km, to the railway station — 1.2 km. Parking is provided for the guests' private car. Within walking distance of the Philharmonic Hall, Atazhukinsky Park.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 16 tourists

Minimum age

8 years old

Duration

5 days 4 nights

Group meets at

Stavropol Territory, Mineralnye Vody / Nalchik

Included in price

group transfer airport — hotel — airport;
accommodation for 4 nights in a hotel of your choice with breakfast;
off-road vehicle transportation services;
services of local guides;
a trip to the Geduko thermal complex/Baksan" (without entrance tickets);
meals according to the tour program (breakfast at the hotel, 1 lunch of national cuisine);
sightseeing tours with a local guide: Elbrus region, Upper Balkaria, Aktoprak pass, Eltyubu, Chegem waterfalls, Geduko thermal complex/Baksan";
eco-catchments;
for the guests of the Azimut hotel, use of the swimming pool during the day.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody / Nalchik and back;
individual transfers;
additional services at the places of accommodation;
transfer to Nalchik airport or railway hotel, cost on request;
additional excursion "Mysterious Ossetia" — 6,000 rubles/person.;
additional sightseeing tour of Nalchik – 1,500 rubles/person.;
meals not included in the tour price;
entrance tickets to the Geduko complex/Baksan" from 600 rubles/person.;
Elbrus cable car ascent — 2,100 rubles/person.

It's important to know

jacket;
jacket (fleece);
gloves and hat;
comfortable shoes;
rain cover (raincoat) for body and backpack;
sunglasses and cream (SPF50);
individual first aid kit.

Dates and Prices

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2 – 6 Jan, 2025 5 days 4 nights

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