A short, but very bright and memorable winter tour to Ossetia! Ancient legends, iconic places and the centuries-old history of the Ossetian people will be revealed to us on this pleasant weekend trip.
We will visit the Dargava necropolis, which is popularly called the "City of the Dead", consisting of more than 90 crypt structures of original shape, and watchtowers of the 16th and 17th centuries. On the way to the Tsey Gorge, we will see the cave and the sanctuary of Sau Baraga (the Black Horseman). The place and the very image of the Black Horseman are shrouded in many legends and beliefs that we have to learn.
We will see the battle towers and cave fortifications of the Kurtatinsky gorge, the Dargava necropolis and the infamous Karmadon gorge
Traditional Ossetian feast
If desired, we can visit the show program in the ethno-national style with dinner and tasting
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.
Group transfers from Vladikavkaz airport and railway station to hotels on the first day of the tour to all flights/trains upon arrival before 14:00.
Accommodation in hotels.
16:00 Sightseeing tour of Vladikavkaz — iconic places and the centuries-old history of the city.
19:30-21:30 Alan evening show program in ethno-national style with dinner and tasting (extra charge) on Fridays.
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Day 2 -
Three gorges: Kurtatinsky — Karmadonskoye — Dargavs
It starts at 08:30.
The program of the day: Karmadon — Dargavs — The City of the dead — The Tower of Kurt and Tag — the village of Tsmiti — The Holy Dormition Alan Monastery.
Picnic lunch (included in the price).
Kurtatinsky gorge — Kadargavansky canyon — Dzivgis rock fortress.
Duration is 8 hours, 120 km.
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Day 3 -
Alagir gorge — Tsey — aul Nar. Departure
It starts at 08:30.
The program of the day: The sanctuary and the rock monument of Uastyrdzhi — Tsey gorge — cable car to the Skazsky glacier.
Picnic lunch (included in the price).
Nar Village is an observation deck of the Zaramagskaya HPP reservoir — an obelisk to the Gazdanov brothers.
Return to Vladikavkaz by 17:00.
Transfer to the airport/train station for evening flights/trains, later than 18:00.
Duration is 8 hours, 207 km.
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Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity
Accommodation
Accommodation
Hotel
2 nights
Comfort
Midscale
Upscale
The tour includes accommodation in hotels in Vladikavkaz.
The cost of the tour per room, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:
Placement
Room category
Price validity period
Dbl
2-local
Twin
2-local
Single
1-local
Triple
3-local
DBL+CH
2 vzr. + 1 reb.
QUAD
4-local
Breakfast
Breakfast
Camellia 3*
standard
06.12.2024-03.04.2025
28700
28700
19600
43500
40000
-
Breakfast
Kadgaron Hotel 3*
standard
06.12.2024-03.04.2025
30800
30800
20300
45100
43600
57400
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Planeta Lux 3* Hotel
standard
06.12.2024-03.04.2025
34680
34680
20740
48960
44880
-
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Junior Suite
06.12.2024-03.04.2025
36720
36720
27200
51000
48960
-
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Vladikavkaz 4* Hotel
standard
06.12.2024-03.04.2025
37740
37740
28220
53040
48960
-
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comfort
06.12.2024-03.04.2025
40800
40800
31280
56610
53040
-
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DoubleTree by Hilton 4* (now Vladikavkaz Park Hotel 5*)
standard
06.12.2024-03.04.2025
65100
82600
53550
-
95550
-
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Twin— double room (has two separate beds).
Double (DBL) — double room (one double bed).
Single — single room.
Triple — for triple accommodation, hotels/camp sites along the route provide DBL/TWN + additional. a bed or sofa, or three separate beds (depending on the hotel's facilities).
DBL+CH — room for two adults and a child, from 7 to 12 years old inclusive.
Possible accommodation options are indicated. The specified accommodation facilities can be replaced with similar ones by the decision of the tour operator.
"Kadgaron" or Vladikavkaz 3* or 2 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.
Another option
Vladikavkaz 3*
It is located in the center of Vladikavkaz, a 2-minute walk from the Terek River and the Kosta Khetagurov Park. It offers free Wi-Fi. The hotel's restaurant serves European and Caucasian cuisine. Local cafes, bars and restaurants are a 10-minute walk away. Vladikavkaz Train Station is 3 km away, and Vladikavkaz Airport is 25 km away.
In the room: a minibar, a private bathroom with a bathtub, free toiletries and towels. Some rooms have a view of the river. Other facilities include a desk.
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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Another option
"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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Another option
DoubleTree by Hilton 4*
The DoubleTree by Hilton Vladikavkaz Hotel 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.
Also for guests at the hotel: massage room, sauna, solarium and hammam. A fitness center, gym and yoga are specially available for guests who do not miss the opportunity to do sports. Karaoke is one of the on—site entertainment options. Take your pet with you. The hotel can accommodate a pet for an additional fee.
The hotel staff can arrange a shuttle service upon request. 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 minibar on request and a bathrobe. The listed services are not available in all rooms.
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Another option
"Camellia" 3*
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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Tour conditions
Group
up to 40 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
3 days 2 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 to all flights/trains upon arrival before 14:00;
group transfer to Vladikavkaz airport and railway station upon departure on the final day of the tour for flights/trains later than 18:00;
accommodation in hotels / tourist complexes according to the tour program in Vladikavkaz;
guided tours with professional guides and qualified drivers;
meals: breakfast at the hotel + 2 lunches/picnics along the tour route;
entrance tickets to the objects of visits according to the excursion program, environmental fees of nature reserves.
Paid extra
air and railway tickets to Vladikavkaz and back;
meals not specified in the program;
ticket for the chairlift in the Tseysky gorge - 600 rubles.;
excursions, entertainment and entrance tickets to facilities not included in the tour program;
New Year's banquet;
individual transfers from / to the airport and railway station of Vladikavkaz, as well as any individual transport service.
Book in advance, the number of seats is limited:
Alan evening show program in ethno-national style with dinner and tasting:
adult — 2,200 rubles/person.;
a child under 16 years of age — 1,800 rubles/person.;
children's menu, up to 8 years old — 800 rubles/person.
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.
Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?
Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
A medical insurance policy is in force in the North Caucasian regions.
You can purchase additional travel insurance on the website of a Large Country without commission directly from insurance companies.
Will there be air conditioning in my room?
The availability of air conditioning in the room is not guaranteed. Please specify more information at the time of booking.
Will I need to take cash with me, or will I be able to pay with a card everywhere?
It is necessary to take cash. Card payment is poorly distributed in the regions. You can withdraw cash from your card at ATMs in major cities.
The monetary unit is the Russian ruble.
What kind of car is used for excursions?
Excursions within the framework of the tour through the territory of Karachay-Cherkessia, Kavminvod, Kabardino-Balkaria, as well as excursions to the Alagir gorge in North Ossetia are carried out on tourist buses of both larger and smaller capacity:
large buses with the number of seats: from 24 to 52.
In group tours, all seats available in vehicles are offered for seating.
The seating in buses is arbitrary.
Can the composition and size of the band change during the tour?
Yes, the composition and size of the group may change throughout the tour. A group of up to 18 people, but on an excursion to the "Alagir gorge, Tsey, Nar" there can be a group of up to 40 people.
Is the group accompanied by one guide throughout the tour?
Guides may change throughout the tour, but the tour coordinator is always the same.
Is it possible to take into account the individual characteristics of food on the tour?
Individual nutrition characteristics are NOT taken into account in the tour.
What is the cost of New Year's banquets?
NICE restaurant at the Kadgaron Hotel
New Year's banquet and show programs in ethno-national style