Multiactive on Elbrus. Three gorges of Kabardino-Balkaria in autumn

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As part of the tour, you will not only be able to visit the most colorful places of the CBD in a short time, but also enjoy various types of tourism: walking tours, trekking in nature, jipping to the most inaccessible corners of the republic, which not every traveler can visit.

The tour opens with an introduction to the heart of the region — the city of Nalchik, where you will explore its streets, history and culture. Tasting dishes of national cuisine will help you get into the spirit of the life of the highlanders. After crossing the famous gorge, the participants will see the Chegem waterfalls, after which they will be jeeping through the Aktopark pass, behind which the crypts of the ancient Balkarian village of Eltyubu (XIII-XVIII centuries) are located. And what is the view of the Blue Lake worth, a visit to which one of the routes will end!

Location

Stavropol territory, Mineral Waters

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Tour highlights

The history of Nalchik

Let's get acquainted with the rich history of the city and taste the healing mineral water

Up on the cable car

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

Amazing gorges of Balkaria

Let's take a walk through one of the most picturesque gorges in the North Caucasus

Ancient architecture

We will visit the ancient Balkarian village – “Miracle of Russia" 2009

The beauty of Upper Balkaria

We will see medieval towers and ancient villages surrounded by majestic mountains

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Mineralnye Vody. Nalchik
Arrival at the airport or at the railway station in Mineralnye Vody before 12:00-12:30.
12:30 Group transfer to Nalchik from Mineralnye Vody, 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.
Sightseeing tour of the capital of Kabardino-Balkaria — Nalchik, founded in 1818.
You will get acquainted with the rich history of the city, its cultural and natural monuments.
After a walk, you can enjoy the view of Nalchik from a height: The observation deck 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.
The ascent to the observation deck is carried out during the opening hours of the cable car for an additional fee: 400 rubles/ person.
Excursion to the Madina Art Center Saralp.
You will have a tour of the art center, where you will get acquainted with the permanent exhibition of ethnic dresses, artifacts, the history of the national costume, and hear real stories about relatives Madina The Saralps, thanks to which the center appeared, preserve and transmit the traditions and culture of the Balkar people.
After the tour, check-in at the selected hotel.
Dinner (on your own).

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Day 2 - Jeep tour through the Aktoprak pass to the village of El-tyuby and to the Chegem waterfalls
Breakfast at the hotel.
Off-road trips to the Chegem gorge to the unique karst waterfalls.
The gorge was formed under the influence of running river water: it "cut through" a narrow and deep canyon in the Rocky Ridge massif.
Visit to the parade ground Fly Chegem.
At the parade, for an additional fee, you can optionally:
Paragliding - 7000 rubles, zipline – 1500 rubles, ropejumping — 3500 rubles (to warn in advance about the desire to use the activities of the paradrome).
Flights are possible under favorable weather conditions.
Lunch with dishes of national cuisine in a cafe on your own.
Transfer over the Aktoprak pass (2,200 m above sea level) by jeep.
During the trip, you will admire the majestic mountains from a bird's eye view.
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.
It is Eltyubu that is the birthplace of the most famous Balkarian poet Kaisyn Kuliyev.
Return to the hotel.
Dinner (on your own).

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Day 3 - Majestic Elbrus. Thermal springs
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 (closed cabins).
*Additional fee — 2,300 rubles/person. In place.
Visit to the photo zone Mirror cube 3847.
The highest mountain mailbox in Russia is installed at the Garabashi station.
From here, from a record height of 3,847 meters above sea level, you can send a postcard or letter to your loved ones.
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), or ride a snowmobile (additional fee — from 5,000 rubles/person. on the spot), descent to the Azau clearing.
Lunch at a local cafe (on your own).
A visit to the spa complex of thermal springs "Geduko" or "Baksan" (additional fee — from 500 rubles/person. on the spot).
To visit the thermal complex: rubber slippers, hats on request, towels.
The duration of bathing is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

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Day 4 - Blue lakes and Upper Balkaria. Departure
Breakfast.
Room release.
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.
There are many archaeological sites on the territory of the village and in its surroundings.
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.
The depth of the lake is 278 meters, which makes it the third deepest in Russia.
Transfer to the airport of Mineralnye Vody 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

3 nights

Comfort

Upscale
Premium

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel.

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

Hotel/Accommodation	2-bed accommodation	1-bed accommodation	Extra bed child or adult
Korona Hotel 3* Standard, twin/dbl	45000	55000	no
Superior, twin/dbl	46500	On request	41500
*Sindika 4 Spa Hotel DBL/twin standard**	45500	56000	no
Business, twin/dbl	47000	57000	no
Nalchik Business Hotel 3* Standard, dbl/twin	45000	55000	no
Business, twin/dbl	48000	58000	43000
Azimut Hotel 4* superior , twin/dbl	52000	55000 standard / 69000 superior	41000

for the guests of the Azimut hotel, use of the swimming pool during the day;
for guests of the Korona hotel, use of the 25-meter swimming pool with heated water, and use of the thermal pool from 08:00-20:00.

"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

"Syndica"

Featuring an indoor pool and a spa and wellness centre, SINDIKA Spa Hotel is located in Nalchik. Free Wi-Fi is available.

All elegantly decorated rooms feature a TV with cable channels, a refrigerator and a balcony with mountain views. The private bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer.

It offers a restaurant and a bar.

Guests of the SINDIKA Spa Hotel can exercise and relax in the wellness spa. Meeting facilities are also available.

Free parking is available on site.

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"The Crown"

Korona Hotel is a 3-minute walk from Kurzal Bus Stop, which provides direct access to the center of Nalchik. It offers a full English breakfast and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.

All rooms at the Korona Hotel are decorated in a classic style, have carpeted floors and are equipped with a TV with satellite channels. The bathroom comes with a shower and free toiletries.

European and Caucasian cuisine is served in the well-lit cafe of the Korona Hotel. The 24-hour bar serves local and international drinks.

You can spend your leisure time in the billiard room or playing board games. A Narzan Gallery with mineral water and a mud baths are a 7-minute walk away.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 15 tourists

Minimum age

8 years old

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

Stavropol territory, Mineral Waters

Included in price

group transfer "Mineralnye Vody airport, railway— hotel — airport, railway";
accommodation for 3 nights in a hotel of your choice with breakfast;
off-road vehicle transportation services;
services of local guides;
a visit to the Geduko or Baksan thermal complex;
meals according to the tour program (breakfast at the hotel, 1 lunch of national cuisine);
sightseeing tours with a local guide: Nalchik, Madina Art Center Saralp, Elbrus region, Upper Balkaria, Aktoprak pass, Eltyubyu, Chegem waterfalls;
eco-catchments;
for the guests of the Azimut hotel, use of the swimming pool during the day;
for guests of the Korona hotel, use of the 25-meter swimming pool with heated water, and use of the thermal pool from 08:00-20:00.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody and back;
individual transfers;
meals not specified in the tour program (dinners, lunches);
additional services at the places of accommodation;
booking additional excursions;
alcoholic beverages;
transfer Nalchik airport, railway hotel, check the cost when booking;
entrance tickets to the Geduko complex/Baksan" — 500 rubles.;
Elbrus cable car ascent — 2,300 rubles;
climbing the Nalchik cable car — 400 rubles.;
dinners at the Korona hotel (dinner package is provided for 10 people, specify when booking) from 700 rubles.;
insurance against n/a.

It's important to know

jacket;
jacket (fleece);
gloves, hat, cap;
change of underwear, swimsuit, socks;
washing accessories;
rain cape (raincoat);
comfortable shoes;
individual first aid kit;
sunglasses and sunscreen (SPF50);
the usual summer clothes for the excursion part of the tour are T-shirts, light trousers and shorts, light shoes (sandals), clothes for going out to cafes and restaurants.

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