Ossetia and Ingushetia. Winter Express Tour

The landscapes of winter Ossetia and Ingushetia are fantastically beautiful — the purest waters of mountain rivers, beautiful mountain views and, of course, mysterious medieval tower complexes. The best viewing platforms will allow us to admire the beauty of nature framed by mountain peaks.

The trip will take place along the most popular route through the Daryal Gorge. Crossing the Terek River, we will head to Jeyry and find ourselves at one of the largest medieval tower complexes. Ingushetia is full of towers, but it is in Erzya that there are the most of them. 

Location

Vladikavkaz
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$270
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Duration
4 days
3 nights
Departures
3 - 6 Dec
10 - 13 Dec
17 - 20 Dec
24 - 27 Dec
26 - 29 Dec
28 - 31 Dec
29 Dec - 1 Jan, 2027
30 Dec - 2 Jan, 2027
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 18 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
Vladikavkaz
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Traditional Ossetian feast
If desired, we can visit the show program in the ethno-national style with dinner and tasting
Three famous gorges of mountainous Ossetia
We will see the battle towers and cave fortifications of the Kurtatinsky gorge, the Dargava necropolis and the infamous Karmadon gorge
Hospitable Vladikavkaz
We will see iconic places and get acquainted with the centuries-old history of the city

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Sightseeing tour of Vladikavkaz

    Arrival in Vladikavkaz, transportation to the airport or 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.

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  • Day 2 - Three gorges: Kurtatinsky — Karmadonskoye — Dargavs
  • Day 3 - An exciting trip to Mountainous Ingushetia
  • Day 4 - Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in hotels in Vladikavkaz.

The cost of the tour per room in rubles:

PlacementRoom categoryDbl of Two Meters.Twin of Two Meters.Single One.Triple* Three months.DBL+CH2vz+1rebQUAD Fourm.Breakfast after breakfast
Camellia 3*standard391503915027000580505535072000Breakfast
Amran 3*standard405004005027450594005805075600Breakfast
Kadgaron Hotel 3*standard445504455027000614255940079200Sw. table
Planeta Lux 3 Hotel*standard4770047700272256750064800-Sw. table
Junior Suite5085050850362257425071550-Sw. table
Vladikavkaz 4 Hotel*standard5580055800418507965074250-Sw. table
comfort5985059850459008505079650-Sw. table
Park hotel Vladikavkaz 5*standard8415011430070200-122850-Sw. table

Twin — double room (has two separate beds).

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

Single — single room.

DBL+CH — room for two adults and a child, from 7 to 12 years old inclusive.

*for triple occupancy, hotels/campsites along the route provide DBL/TWN + extras. a bed or sofa, or three separate beds, depending on the hotel's facilities.

Possible placement options are indicated. The accommodation facilities can be replaced with similar ones by the decision of the tour operator.

"Kadgaron" or Vladikavkaz 3* or 3 nights
"Kadgaron"

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

In the room: cable TV and a refrigerator, some rooms have a seating area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. The rooms offer mountain views.

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Vladikavkaz 3*

The Vladikavkaz Hotel 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 located in the immediate vicinity.

It offers 203 stylish and ergonomic rooms with everything you need for a good rest; TV, kettle, air conditioning, bathroom with toiletries and towels.

The hotel has a luxurious restaurant with several halls, a hearty and delicious buffet breakfast is served in the morning from 07.00 to 11.00. There is also a lobby bar with a variety of drinks and small snacks. There are several banquet halls of different capacities.

Services for renting a comfortable conference room equipped with modern appliances are provided. The distance between Vladikavkaz Hotel and the airport is 27 km, and the railway station is 3 km away.

The standard rooms are only on the 3rd floor. These are rooms without a balcony.

Comfort rooms with balconies from the 4th floor and above.

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"Planet Lux" 3*

It is located in a historic building in the center of Vladikavkaz, a 5-minute walk from Spartak Stadium and Komsomolsky Park. Free Wi-Fi is available. There is a restaurant on site. Vladikavkaz Train Station is a 10-minute walk from Planeta Lux Hotel. Vladikavkaz Airport is a 30-minute drive away.

The room has a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Free toiletries are provided in the bathroom.

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Park Hotel Vladikavkaz

The Park Hotel Vladikavkaz is located in Vladikavkaz. This hotel is located 1 km from the city center.

You can pass the evening or have a nice time before going to bed in a cozy atmosphere in the lobby bar. There are also two restaurants on site. Do you want to stay in touch? The hotel has free Wi-Fi. Parking is organized especially for car travelers.

The hotel also offers a massage room, sauna, solarium and hammam. A fitness center, gym and yoga are specially available for guests who do not miss the opportunity to exercise. Karaoke is one of the on—site entertainment options. Take your pet with you. A pet can be accommodated at the hotel for an additional fee.

Accessible environment: the elevator is working. Extras: laundry, ATM and ironing services. The hotel staff will support the conversation in English and Russian.

The room is comfortably furnished and equipped with everything you need to relax after a long and eventful day. There is a TV, a mini-bar on request and a bathrobe. The listed services are not available in all rooms.

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"Camellia"

The modern Kamelia-V Hotel is located in Vladikavkaz. It offers free internet access throughout the building, a 24-hour reception desk and a guarded parking lot.

The spacious apartments are equipped with a bed and orthopedic mattress, upholstered furniture, TV, split system. Bathroom with shower and toilet, hairdryer and bath accessories.

A hearty continental breakfast is served every morning for the guests staying. You can also visit the nearest restaurants and cafes, have a delicious meal there and relax in a relaxed atmosphere.

The friendly staff will be happy to help you solve any issue. In the surrounding area, you can rent a bicycle for a while and arrange an exciting trip.

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"Amran"

The Amran Hotel 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 hot tub.

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. Nearby are the Museum of the History of Vladikavkaz, the Academic Russian Theater named after E.B. Vakhtangov, 1.2 km away, and other attractions. 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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Tour conditions

Group
up to 18 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
Vladikavkaz

Included in price

  • group transfers from Vladikavkaz Airport and railway station to hotels on the first day of the tour for all flights/trains upon arrival from 08:00 to 14:00;
  • group transfers from hotels to Vladikavkaz airport and railway station upon departure, transportation to the hotel from 08:00 to 20:00;
  • accommodation according to the program;
  • the breakfasts specified in the program;
  • guided tours with professional guides and drivers;
  • tickets to the facilities according to the program;
  • eco-catchments of nature reserves.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Vladikavkaz and back;
  • meals not specified in the program;
  • excursions, entertainment, and tickets to places not included in the tour program;
  • New Year's banquet;
  • meals on the route — picnic lunch or lunch are paid on the spot;
  • dinners;
  • resort fee or tax upon check-in;
  • individual transfers from/to Vladikavkaz airport and railway station, as well as any individual transportation service.

We recommend booking the Alan evening in advance, the number of seats is limited. This is an ethno-national style show program with dinner and tasting:

  • adult — 2,400 rubles.;
  • child under 18 years of age — 2,000 rubles.;
  • children's menu, up to 8 years old — 800 rubles.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

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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Dates and Prices

  • $270
    3 – 6 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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  • $270
    10 – 13 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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  • $270
    17 – 20 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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  • $270
    24 – 27 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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  • $270
    26 – 29 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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Reviews Leave a review

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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!