Call of the Mountains: autumn tour of North Ossetia and Kabardino-Balkaria

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We discover the amazing beauty of the North Caucasus on a guided tour of North Ossetia and Kabardino-Balkaria.

We will get acquainted with the capital of Ossetia, Vladikavkaz, drive along the serpentines of mountain roads, admiring the panoramic views, see the picturesque gorges of Kabardino—Balkaria, Blue lakes, stunning canyons, monuments, fortresses and necropolises of Ossetia, and also take part in the ethno-gastronomic program "Alan Evening".

Location

Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz

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Tour highlights

City Boardwalk

The ancient buildings and merchant houses of Vladikavkaz will tell about the rich history of the region

Diving into history

We will see a rock fortress, medieval settlements and a complex of crypt burials.

Ethnic evening

We will watch the performance of folk artists, vocal, instrumental and dance groups.

Blue Lakes of Balkaria

Let's admire how, under different lighting conditions, the water takes on a different shade: from rich dark blue to azure

Gastronomic flavor

Let's try the most delicious dishes of Caucasian cuisine.

Three gorges of Ossetia

Let's get acquainted with nature, ancient culture and history, including the tragic story of Sergei Bodrov Jr. in Karmadon.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Vladikavkaz City Tour
Transfer from the airport and/or railway station must be ordered separately when booking the tour.
Check-in at the hotels before 14:00.
14:00-14:50 Transfer to Vladikavkaz hotels.
15:00-15:50 Lunch at the Medici restaurant in Vladikavkaz.
16:00 Bus and walking tour of Vladikavkaz.
In the program:
The Ossetian Church;
Walk of Fame;
Narton Park;
V.I. Lenin Square;
K.L. Khetagurov Park;
Armenian Apostolic Church;
Sunni Mosque;
the center for the development of folk art crafts;
the historical center of Vladikavkaz;
The Sunni Mosque.
19:00 Return to the hotel.
Dinner is on your own.
The price of the tour includes: a tour guide, lunch at a restaurant, transfer.

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Day 2 - Excursion program "To the pearls of Kabardino-Balkaria"
08:00-08:50 Transfer to Vladikavkaz hotels and departure for the route.
13:30-14:30 Lunch at the Upper Blue Lakes restaurant — national cuisine.
In the program:
The Cherek Gorge;
The Chegem gorge;
Babugent village — upper Blue Lakes, lower Blue Lake (Cerik-kel) / natural monument;
Cherek Canyon.
Walking part of the route along a dirt road (approximately 300 meters).
Verkhnyaya Balkaria village, Kunnyum-El and the Abayev watchtower (Abai-Kala), Shkanti village and the Amirkhanov Tower (Amirkhan-Gala).
The price of the tour includes: a tour guide, lunch at the Upper Blue Lakes restaurant, transfer, entrance tickets to the places of visit according to the program.
19:00 Return to the hotel.
Dinner is on your own.

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Day 3 - Three gorges of Ossetia and the Alan Evening
08:00-08:50 Transfer to Vladikavkaz hotels and departure for the route.
13:00-14:00 Lunch at the Valley of the Sun restaurant.
17:00-17:30 Arrival at the hotels (time for changing clothes).
18:20-18:50 Transfer from the hotels to the Kavkaz Hall restaurant for the Alan Evening ethno-gastronomic program (alcohol is included in the price).
23:30 Transfer to Vladikavkaz hotels.
In the program:
Kurtatinsky gorge;
Dzivga rock fortress;
Dzivgisky Necropolis;
Kadargavan Canyon;
Verkhny Fiagdon village — healing spring "Khilak";
The village of Tsmiti is a medieval settlement;
transfer to Gizeldon gorge via Kakadura pass;
Kurt and Tag Tower – observation deck;
art object Ossetian letter "A";
mega swing;
Dargava Basin — visit to the Dargava Necropolis Open-air Museum;
The Balsaga Wheel art object.
transfer to the Genaldon gorge;
Karmadon village is an observation deck on the Northern slope of the Main Caucasian Ridge and the Kolka glacier, a memorial to the memory of the deceased film crew of Sergei Bodrov Jr.
The price of the tour includes: a tour guide, lunch at the Valley of the Sun restaurant, transfer, entrance tickets to the places of visit according to the program, a visit to the Alan Evening ethno-gastronomic program at the Kavkaz Hall restaurant.
23:30 Transfer.
Return to the hotel.

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Day 4 - Departure
Check-out from the hotel at 12:00.
Then you can spend time at your own discretion, stroll through the streets of the old town, buy souvenirs in the shops of the city, order Ossetian pies, etc.
Transfer to the airport or railway station is additionally charged when booking the tour and/or booking a taxi.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

3 nights

Comfort

Upscale
Premium

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel (if the accommodation rate is selected).

The cost of the tour with accommodation per room, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

Placement	Category	Twin 2-local	Double 2-local	Singl 1-local	Triple 3-local	DBL+CH 3-local	Quad 4-local	Breakfast/Breakfast
Vladikavkaz 4 Hotel*	Standard	90 640	90 640	62 338	123 713	121 713	on request	Menu
Kadgaron 3 Hotel*	Standard	73 435	75 355	40 378	104 663	102 663	on request	Menu
Planeta Lux 3 Hotel*	Standard	74 545	74 545	45 148	106 493	104 493	on request	The buffet
Park Hotel Vladikavkaz 5*	Standard	on request	on request	on request	on request	on request	on request	The buffet
Camellia Hotel 3*	Standard	67 945	67 945	38 923	97 343	96 983	on request	Menu

The cost of the tour (without accommodation) depends on the number of people in the booking request:

Placement	2 people	2 adults + child	3 people	4 people	1 person
No accommodation (no breakfast)	51 476	75 000	77 214	102 952	25 738

The Planet Lux Hotel

The hotel is located in a historic building in the center of Vladikavkaz, a 5-minute walk from Spartak Stadium and Komsomolsky Park.

The bright rooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There are toiletries in the bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available on site.

Vladikavkaz Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. Vladikavkaz Airport is a 30-minute drive away.

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The Park Hotel Vladikavkaz

The hotel is located 1.7 km from the Spartak Republican Stadium. It offers a restaurant, free private parking, a fitness center and a bar. Family rooms can be booked. There is also a terrace.

The reception is open 24 hours a day. Room service is also available. A buffet breakfast is served every morning. The hotel's wellness center includes a hammam and sauna. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

The air-conditioned rooms feature a desk, TV, kettle and safe, as well as a bathroom with a shower. Some units include a kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator and oven. Towels and bed linen are provided in the hotel rooms.

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Kadgaron Hotel

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

The room features cable TV and a refrigerator. Some rooms have a seating area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV and a minibar.

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Vladikavkaz Hotel

The Vladikavkaz Hotel is comfortably located in the heart of the city, offering a magnificent view of the Terek River and the mesmerizing peaks of the mountain ranges. Kosta Khetagurov Park and the National Museum are nearby.

Guests are offered to stay in one of the 203 stylish and ergonomic rooms, which have everything for a comfortable stay: a TV, a kettle, air conditioning, and a bathroom with towels and toiletries.

There is a luxurious restaurant with several halls on the territory of the hotel. In the mornings, from 07:00 to 11:00, you can enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast. Guests can also visit the lobby bar, which serves a variety of drinks and light snacks, or choose from banquet halls with different capacities for celebrations. A conference room is also available for rent. It is equipped with modern technology and is perfect for business events.

The train station is only 3 km from the hotel, and the airport is 27 km away.

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Camellia Hotel

The modern hotel is located in Vladikavkaz. It offers free internet access throughout the building, a 24-hour reception desk and a secure parking lot. The spacious rooms are equipped with a bed and orthopedic mattress, upholstered furniture, TV, split system.

The rooms come with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a fridge, and a kettle. Bathroom with shower and toilet, hairdryer and bath accessories. Some rooms offer mountain views. A rich continental breakfast is served every morning.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 6 to 20 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz

Included in price

accommodation in hotels in Vladikavkaz according to the program, if the accommodation rate is selected;
guided tours with highly qualified guides;
entrance tickets to the objects of visits according to the program of the tour and excursions, environmental fees on the routes;
meals: breakfast at the hotel, if the rate is selected with accommodation + lunch;
gastronomic ethnic evening in the restaurant (alcohol included) — Alan evening.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Vladikavkaz and back;
transfer from the airport and railway station to the hotel;
transfer from the hotel to the airport and railway station;
guided tours, entrance tickets to facilities not included in the tour program;
accommodation, if the no-stay rate is selected;
meals: breakfasts, if the selected rate is without accommodation, dinners.

It's important to know

You need comfortable shoes to walk around the city. For trips to the mountains, you can wear sneakers or other comfortable shoes.

It's cool in the mountains in the off-season, and the wind is blowing, so you must wear a jacket and hat. In summer, you can make do with a light blouse, a cap and glasses.

On this tour, all hotels are urban, so you can dress up as you wish for evening walks around the city.

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Yulia

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4 Mar, 2026

My husband and I took this trip and were absolutely delighted. The itinerary may look quite full, but it was carried out in a very comfortable and relaxed way. Majestic landscapes, delicious food, and wonderful company! What more could you ask for in a getaway?! Our guide, Damar, brought such positive energy to the experience. He shared so many fascinating stories and truly made us fall in love with Dagestan :) Our driver, Hasim, was a true professional, we felt completely safe with him, even on mountain roads and rough terrain :) Many thanks to the providers and the entire team for such a fantastic experience!
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Viktoria

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12 Dec, 2025

Thank you for an interesting tour. All the excursions were carried out exactly as planned.
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Irina

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5 Nov, 2025

Everything was very well organized. The transport for the excursions always arrived on time. The hotel was also great (we stayed in a "Planet Suite"), and it was cleaned every day. The staff were polite and attentive. I liked everything and would love to come back again. Many thanks to Big Country, we’ll definitely be checking out your other tours in the future.

Call of the Mountains: autumn tour of North Ossetia and Kabardino-Balkaria

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