For happiness in Kalmykia

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We invite you to take a tour to Kalmykia – the place where, according to the ancient epic "Dzhangar", the Country of Bumba once existed. This is a lost paradise, a blessed place with wonderful energy, where the most intimate desires are fulfilled. Everyone who is in search of happiness is simply obliged to visit the magical Kalmykia.

The program of the route involves immersion in the unusual atmosphere of the “other world”, finding life meanings and unconditional happiness, visiting places of power, rebooting, landmark meetings, bodily practices, rituals of attracting happiness associated with success, wealth, family well-being, creativity, finding mental and bodily harmony.

Location

G. Elista

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Tour highlights

Kalmyk cuisine

We are waiting for a master class on the preparation of traditional Kalmyk tea "Jomba"

Ethnic immersion

We will visit the caravan camp "Bumba Country", where we will get acquainted with the objects of everyday life of the Kalmyks, their entertainment and rituals

Amazing Kalmykia

Let's admire the only desert in the European part of Russia with "singing dunes", Mekletinsky pink lakes and a Burning spring

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. A tour of the center of Elista. Master class on felting
12:30 Meeting with the guide at the airport of Elista.
13:00 Lunch at the restaurant of Kalmyk cuisine "Uralan".
Here you can discover the multinational cuisine, including regional dishes of Kalmykia. (additionalpayment)
14:30 Departure to the ethno-haughton "Ceren" 6 km.
A solemn meeting of the guests according to Kalmyk customs with a long song and horsemen.
We open the program with the ritual of opening the "white" road from the Kalmyk shaman. The White Road is an image of luck, happiness, success, and well—being. The white road opens when the soul is at ease, when the mind is calm and open, when there is harmony with oneself and the world around us.
Visit to the museum of the Kalmyk Cossacks.
A master class in felting.
The felting workshop offers an unforgettable adventure that will give you the opportunity to deeply understand and experience the traditional culture and life of the Kalmyks.
17:45 Guided tour of the center of Elista.
The "Pagoda of Seven Days" was built in 2005. The name of the pagoda is associated with the seven Buddhas who came to our world. The pointed spire of the pagoda symbolizes the exit from samsara and the achievement of nirvana.
Altn Bosch is the Golden Gate of Altn Bosch, made in the traditions of Buddhist architecture. The Golden Gate was installed in 1998.
The Alley of Heroes.
Monument to Elyan Ovala, the folk storyteller of the epic "Dzhangar".
The memorial complex of the heroes of the Civil and Great Patriotic Wars.
19:00 Check-in at the hotel.
19:45 Welcome dinner at the Kalmyk cuisine cafe "Kalmyk cuisine No. 1" in the format of a gastronomic immersion in the culture and cuisine of Kalmykia. Included in the price of the tour.
Well-wishes from the soloists of the Zulturgan ensemble will ensure a high-quality and unforgettable acquaintance with Kalmykia.

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Day 2 - Visit to the National Museum of Local Lore. A master class on the preparation of traditional Kalmyk tea
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Visit to the workshop of Alexander and Halga Povaevs, souvenir shop. Upon request, a master class from the artist Alexander Povaev.
09:45 Visit to the gallery of artists and craftsmen of the National Park of Kalmykia. Souvenir products.
10:15 A visit to the N.N. Palmov National Museum of Local Lore with a museum guide is an exciting introduction to the rich history and rich culture of the Kalmyk people, from ancient times to the present day with its tragic and happy events, bright moments and unexpected turns, as well as outstanding people of the republic.
11:30 Memorial "Exodus and Return".
12:15 Visit to the central hurul "Golden Abode of Shakyamuni Buddha" - an external and internal tour of the temple with a guide.
Hurul "Golden Abode of Shakyamuni Buddha" is the largest Buddhist temple in the Republic of Kalmykia, and one of the largest in Europe.
Tour of Khurul: dugan, museum.
(when going around the altar, you can put coins on the altar)
13:30 Lunch at the cafe of Kalmyk cuisine "Seasons".
A master class on the preparation of traditional Kalmyk tea "Jomba", a master class on the preparation of berigs, a traditional dish of Kalmykia, which is an analogue of Russian dumplings.
Included in the price of the tour.
15:00 Visit to the Museum of nomadic peoples.
The museum is located on the territory of the city of chess. The Museum of Oirat-Mongolian Nomadic Culture is the first interactive museum in Elista. In the Mongolian yurt, where the museum is located, guests will be able to get acquainted with the household items of nomads, with the way of nomadic life, listen to a story about the empire of Genghis Khan, about the history of the Oirat Mongols, about the traditions and culture of the Mongolian nomadic peoples, pull out the ancient Oirat instruction, which, as a rule, very accurately gives the right direction to everyone.
Todo Presentation Bichg is an old Kalmyk script created in 1648 by the Oirat scholar and educator Zaya Pandita.
16:30 Visit to the Todo store, knitwear from a young Kalmyk designer.
17:00 Visit to the jewelry store "Kalmykia Jewelry", silver jewelry and costume jewelry in the national style.
17:30 Departure to the natural monument "Lonely poplar" – 20 km.
A natural monument of Kalmykia of regional importance. It is believed that the poplar was planted by a Buddhist monk at the beginning of the XX century.
19:00 Dinner at the meat restaurant "Legend".
Here you can enjoy tasting the best steaks, which were prepared from the legendary Kalmyk meat using special cooking technology. Payment by yourself.

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Day 3 - The Black Lands Nature Reserve
08:15 Breakfast at the hotel.
09:30 Departure to Yashkul village (100 km) federal highway R-216, paved.
11:00 Visit to the Oirat parking lot.
Getting acquainted with the life of nomads, visiting the camp of double-humped camels of the Kalmyk breed "Bactrian", riding camels. Tasting of dishes with camel milk, Kalmyk milk vodka, bortsok.
12:30 Lunch at the Aranzal cafe, dishes of Russian cuisine made from Kalmyk products. Included in the price.
13:40 Departure from the village of Adyk – 50 km., regional highway 85 K-2, paved.
14:30 Visit to the only desert in the European part of Russia with "singing dunes" that make a sound like music in windy weather.
15:30 Mekletinsky pink lakes, in the water of which the microscopic crustacean Artemia Salina lives, which turns the water pink and participates in the formation of therapeutic mud, which is used in the treatment of skin diseases and the production of cosmetics.
The lake is a healing mud covered with a crust of medicinal salt.
16:30 Burning source.
If you hold a match to the water, it flares up due to the methane that gets into the water. This is one of the most popular tourist spots in Kalmykia.
17:30 Visit to the caravan camp “Bumba Country".
Acquaintance with the objects of Kalmyks' everyday life, their entertainment and rituals, meeting with four types of traditional Kalmyks animals: camels, horses, cows and sheep. During the immersive tour, you can take photos in Kalmyk costumes and military armor, shoot arrows, practice lasso throwing and much more.
18:30 Return to Elista -150 km. 2 hours.
20:30 Dinner at Tamerlane restaurant. Payment by yourself.

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Day 4 - Departure
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Visit to butcher shops and markets selling organic products from Kalmyk meat.
Visiting souvenir shops.
11:30 a.m. Room release.
12:00 Transfer to Elista airport.

Difficulty

For any person

Accommodation

Hotel

3 nights

Comfort

Upscale
Premium

The tour provides accommodation in a hotel with all amenities (Elista, double occupancy).

The cost of the tour is 37,500 rubles for 1 person, with 2-bed accommodation in the Elista 3* hotel.

The surcharge for single occupancy is 1000 rubles. per day.

On request, the placement:

in hotels: Domino 2*, White Lotus 3*, Marco Polo 4*;
in glamping: "Arshan", "EcoPark Country Club", "Nomad", "Haughton glamp".

Elista Hotel 3*

Elista Hotel is located in Elista, 600 m from the center of Elista. It offers a bar, private parking and a terrace. The hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. Free Wi-Fi is available. Room service is available. Guests can enjoy drinks at the snack bar.

All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a desk, a refrigerator, a kettle, as well as a shower and free toiletries. Some rooms have a safety deposit box. Each room has a private bathroom and a wardrobe. All rooms at the Elista Hotel are equipped with towels and bed linen. There is no hairdryer in the rooms, but it can be requested at the reception.

A continental breakfast is served daily.

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Marco Polo Hotel 4*

Marco Polo Hotel is located in Elista, 4.3 km from the center of Elista. It offers a restaurant, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The hotel is 6.3 km from Shargadyk Farm and Magna Village, and 10 km from Gashun-Bulg Village. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, airport shuttle service, room service and free Wi-Fi.

The rooms are equipped with air conditioning. They are equipped with a flat—screen TV with satellite channels, a wardrobe, a refrigerator, a kettle, a shower and bathrobes. Towels and bed linen are provided in all rooms.

The Marco Polo Hotel serves a buffet breakfast or a hearty English/Irish breakfast.

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Glamping "Nomad"

Glamping "Nomad" is located in the center of Elista. It offers a reception, free parking and Wi-Fi, and territory security.

The hotel provides 31 rooms with different categories. Each room has a bed, wardrobe, electric kettle, LCD TV, air conditioning.

The hotel has its own kitchen with various appliances for use. Grocery stores are located nearby.

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Glamping "EcoPark"

EcoPark is a modern rural village located to the south—east of Elista. 3 minutes from the Marco Polo Hotel and 10 minutes from the city center.

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The White Lotus Hotel

The hospitable White Lotus Hotel offers guests comfortable accommodation in the center of Elista. It offers on-site parking, sauna, billiards, swimming pool, tennis court, mini football field. You will get unlimited access to wireless Wi-Fi from the hotel.

You will be pleasantly surprised by the rooms, luxuriously decorated in antique style and furnished with classic furniture. There are safes for valuables and documents, a mini-bar in each room, a TV, air conditioning. In the bathroom you will find a hairdryer, comfortable and soft bathrobes, slippers and other pleasant things.

You can choose a breakfast from several options according to your preferences, which will be delivered directly to your room. The hotel has a restaurant with excellent cuisine and a varied menu.

The Altn Bosch Golden Gate will be located next to you, you can visit the Museum of Fine Arts, the Golden Abode of the Buddha and other attractions. The airport is 8.7 km away, the train station is 2.7 km away.

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Glamping Arshan

Glamping "Arshan" is located in the village of the same name, near the city of Elista in the Republic of Kalmykia.

Cozy houses of different categories of capacity are available for accommodation. The bright interiors are equipped with stylish furniture, comfortable sleeping places, and a private bathroom with a shower cabin. The equipment includes a TV, air conditioning, hairdryer. Towels, slippers, and hygiene products are provided. There are panoramic windows and access to the terrace, which has outdoor furniture.

The kitchen has the necessary household appliances for self-cooking: a hob, refrigerator, microwave, kettle, dishes.

Guests can relax in the picturesque glamping area or visit the sights nearby: the Stupa of Peace Monument, the Geden Sheddup Choi Korlin Hurul complex. Elista Train Station is 12 km away, and the airport is 19 km away.

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Glamping Haughton

Glamping "Haughton" is located in the city of Elista, Republic of Kalmykia.

Vacationers are offered cozy yurts with stylish and well-renovated interiors, including sleeping places, air conditioning and a TV. In addition, there is a bathroom with a shower and a hygiene kit, towels with bed linen and Internet access. Underfloor heating will add comfort in the cooler season.

A kitchen is provided so that you can cook your favorite dish yourself.

The houses have their own barbecue area, and if you want a cultural pastime, you can visit the N.N. Palmov National Museum 2 km away and learn a lot about Kalmyk culture, as well as walk along the streets and see the Golden Gate attraction. The distance to the airport is 6.7 km, to the railway station is 1 km.

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Domino Hotel

The two-star Domino Hotel is located in Elista.

This two-star hotel has a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi, as well as room service. Those who wish can book family rooms. They are equipped with a private bathroom, a desk and a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided. Some rooms offer views of the city. All rooms have a kettle. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a wardrobe.

The hotel is 1.4 km from Magna Supermarket.