Eight adventures in Khakassia

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Open the gates of ancient civilizations in the heart of Siberia! You will travel through the mysterious Valley of the Kings, to powerful mounds and stone sculptures that hold the secrets of thousands of years. Feel the breath of history by touching the legendary Ulug-Hurtuyakh-Tas.

You will experience the power of sacred places of power on the majestic "Trunks" ridge and walk along the "Ancestral Path" among virgin rocks and caves. Here, where shamans perform rituals, you will feel the incredible energy of this land and the connection with the ancestral world.

Conquer the "stairway to heaven" in the Oglakhty Nature Reserve and admire the engineering genius of man at the grandiose Sayano-Shushenskaya hydroelectric power station.

Location

Russia, Republic of Khakassia, Abakan

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Tour highlights

Salbyksky kurgan

Visit the largest megalithic burial mound of the Middle Yenisei basin

The Ancestral Path

Take a walk along the ancient shamanic trail

Stairway to Heaven

Visit the open-air museum with magnificent panoramic platforms

"Temple of Time" on the "Chests" ridge

You will feel the powerful energy of the most mysterious place of power in Khakassia, where heaven meets earth.

The power of the Great Yenisei at the Sayano-Shushenskaya HPP

Admire the grandiose creation of engineering thought against the background of the endless Sayan mountains

The Power of the Stone Goddess

Experience the grace of the most revered statue for 4,000 years, which gives health and offspring.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Archaeological heritage of Khakassia
Meeting of guests at the airport of the city. Check-in at the hotel* (for guests who have paid for early check-in).
Meeting with the guide in the hotel lobby. Departure for the excursion program.
Visit to the National Museum of Khakassia — the hall of stone sculptures.
Lunch at a cafe.
Departure for the excursion "Salbyk Kurgan". The most famous burial mound in Siberia is located in the Valley of the Kings, there are also over fifty burial mounds of the nobility in one territory.
Return to Abakan. Dinner (for the guests who paid for the dinners).
The duration of the tour is 6 hours.
The day is comfortable when traveling, the distance is about 75 km (one way).
Day 2 - Artifacts: shaman's chair, skier, and chest
Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure for an excursion to the mountain range "Trunks" called "Temple of the time of the ancestors". A place of power with powerful energy. The most popular excursion in Khakassia! Thousands of tourists and pilgrims come here every year, and shamanic rituals are also held here.
Lunch in nature (lunch boxes).
Visiting the lake, swimming (in summer from 15.06 to 15.08).
Return to Abakan. Dinner (for the guests who paid for the dinners).
The duration of the tour is 10 hours.
The distance is approx. 220 km (one way). The road is asphalt, partly gravel.
Day 3 - Free day or excursions for an additional fee.a fee to choose from
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day in the city, guests will be able to visit: souvenir shops, agricultural markets, landscaped parks of the city, as well as buy additional excursions:
Ergaki walking route "Hanging Stone";
Minusinsk city tour;
Borodino Cave tour;
excursion to Shushenskoye;
excursion to the lake (in summer).
Return to Abakan. Dinner (for the guests who paid for the dinners).
Additional excursions can be purchased upon arrival in Abakan.

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Day 4 - Sayan Mosaic
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for the Sayan Mosaic tour.
Visit to the observation deck of the Sayano-Shushenskaya HPP. The journey takes place along the marble road to the Yenisei and the Sayan Mountains.
Cheremukhovy Log funicular, cable car ascent to the panoramic Sayan Mountain (possible replacement by the Museum of hydropower);
Rest on the Yenisei pier. A walk along the Yenisei. Lunch.
Return to Abakan. Dinner (for the guests who paid for the dinners).
The tour duration is 8 hours.
An extremely scenic and comfortable road.
The distance is about 120 km (one way).
Important! Guided tour without visiting the crest of the dam.
Day 5 - Stone Gods of Khakassia
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to the places of power in Khakassia.
Excursion to the Hurtuyakh Tas Museum. The guests will see the stone goddess Ulug Hurtuyakh Tas, whose age is about 4 thousand years. This is the most revered of the ancient cult statues of Khakassia. It is believed that the monument helps people to gain health and children.
Lunch in a cafe or lunch in nature.
Visit to the Kazanovka Museum complex. Excursion to the "Ah Tas" stone, visit to the "World of the Khakass Shaman" exhibition.
Return to Abakan. Dinner (for the guests who paid for the dinners).
The duration of the tour is 9 hours.
The distance is about 170 km (one way), partly asphalt, partly field road.

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Day 6 - The Ancestral Path
Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure for the Ancestral Trail tour. The hiking trail starts at the bridge over the White Ius in Khakassia. The trail follows the high bank of the river, descending and ascending, passing through valleys, arches and steep slopes.
The ancient name of this unique rock massif is Togys Az, which means "Nine mouths". Indeed, if you look from the opposite shore, you can see 9 large grottoes that look like open mouths.
Lunch in nature (lunch boxes).
Return to Abakan. Dinner (for the guests who paid for the dinners).
The duration of the tour is 9-10 hours.
The distance is about 200 km (one way), the road is partly asphalt, partly field.
A difficult walking route, requires endurance and good physical fitness. The trail is approx. 6 km goes up, it is necessary to overcome long descents and ascents.

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Day 7 - Oglakhta rock art
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for an excursion to the site of the Oglakhty Nature Reserve. An open-air museum with panoramic platforms, ancient drawings, a modern visitor center and a 964-step stairway to heaven.
Lunch.
Return to Abakan. Free time for souvenir shopping.
Dinner (for the guests who paid for the dinners).
The duration of the tour is 6 hours.
The distance is about 50 km (one way).
It is difficult for people with poor physical fitness to climb to the upper observation deck.

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Day 8 - Departure
Breakfast at the hotel.
Group transfer to the airport is carried out according to the departure time of the guests.

Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Tour organizer's comments

The program includes walking tours, with ascents and descents. About 6-7 km in one direction.

Accommodation

Hotel

7 nights

Comfort

Upscale
Premium

The tour includes accommodation in one of the hotels in the city of Abakan.

Cost with two meals a day (breakfast + lunch/lunch in nature, without dinners):

Asia 4* Hotel

single occupancy — 131,000 rubles per person.
double occupancy is 119,000 rubles per person.

Hotel "Abakan" 4*

single occupancy — 124,000 rubles per person;
double occupancy is 110,000 rubles per person.

AZIMUT Hotel 3*

single occupancy — 124,000 rubles per person;
double occupancy is 110,000 rubles per person.

Persona 3* Hotel

single occupancy — 117,000 rubles per person;
double occupancy — 107,000 rubles per person.

Asia 4 Hotel*

The Asia Hotel is located in the city of Abakan. It offers free Wi-Fi and a restaurant. The hotel has a bar and free private parking is available.

All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some have a seating area where you can relax and unwind. A kettle is also provided. The private bathroom comes with bathrobes and slippers.

The reception is open 24 hours a day. The Food&Bar 114 Restaurant serves European cuisine, while the Pur Pur Restaurant serves breakfast and Pan-Asian cuisine.

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Abakan 4 Hotel*

This hotel is located in the center of Abakan, a 15-minute walk from the central train station. It offers free Wi-Fi, a business center and a 24-hour front desk.

Each room here will provide you with a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, toiletries, slippers and bathrobes.

The Mama Roma's restaurant serves Italian cuisine. A buffet breakfast and an a la carte lunch are also served. Guests can enjoy a drink at the lobby bar and order room service. The hotel also has a conference room with a capacity of up to 50 people.

Victory Park is a 10—minute walk away, and Orlyonok Children's Park is a 5-minute walk away. The Drama Theater is a short walk away, and the city park is a 20—minute walk away.

It is a 3—minute drive from Abakan Railway Station and a 10-minute drive from Abakan International Airport.

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Another option

Persona 3 Hotel*

Persona Hotel is located in Abakan. It offers simply decorated rooms with free Wi-Fi. The hotel has an a la carte restaurant and a 24-hour front desk.

Each room is equipped with heating, a kettle, a mini-bar and a refrigerator. The private bathroom comes with a bathrobe, slippers, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms also have air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with city views.

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Another option

Azimut

The modern hotel, located in the heart of the Khakass capital, will be an ideal starting point for unforgettable trips through the picturesque region. It harmoniously combines coziness and modern comfort: stylish, fully equipped rooms are provided for guests, where every detail is thought out to the smallest detail. A wide range of services and a warm atmosphere will make your stay truly enjoyable and filled with care, whether it's a business trip or a vacation.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 12 to 25 tourists

Minimum age

10 years old

Duration

8 days 7 nights

Group meets at

Russia, Republic of Khakassia, Abakan

Included in price

transport;
guide services;
accommodation specified in the program;
meals included in the program: breakfasts and lunches;
entrance fees;
meeting at the airport / railway station, group transfer.

Paid extra

air or railway tickets to Abakan and back;
meals not included in the program: dinners are paid on site — 13,000 rubles for all days of stay at Cafe Madrid (112 Kirova St.), including a gastronomic dinner;
additional excursions on request;
souvenirs, personal expenses;
early check-in at the hotel (the price is calculated on request, depending on the selected option).

It's important to know

It is possible to change the order of excursions, as well as replace them with equivalent ones in case of bad weather conditions or other force majeure circumstances.

Dates and Prices

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25 Jun – 2 Jul 8 days 7 nights

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9 – 16 Jul 8 days 7 nights

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16 – 23 Jul 8 days 7 nights

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23 – 30 Jul 8 days 7 nights

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6 – 13 Aug 8 days 7 nights

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13 – 20 Aug 8 days 7 nights

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20 – 27 Aug 8 days 7 nights

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3 – 10 Sep 8 days 7 nights

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10 – 17 Sep 8 days 7 nights

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