In the heart of the Caucasus: guided tour of three republics

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We invite you to a vivid journey through the heart of the Caucasus, where in five days you will see three republics at once, feel the rhythm of Vladikavkaz and touch the ancient history of mountain civilizations.

You will find the natural pearls of Kabardino-Balkaria, the medieval towers of Ingushetia, the legendary necropolises of North Ossetia, the picturesque gorges and the breathtaking panoramas of the Main Caucasian Ridge.

Comfortable trips, rich excursions, national cuisine and warm gastronomic evenings with a local flavor will allow you not just to see the Caucasus, but to feel its soul.

Location

Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz

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Tour highlights

The Land of Towers

We will see some amazing tower complexes and fortifications of the Middle Ages.

The mysterious Necropolis

We will visit the historical monument Dargavs, which preserves the secrets of centuries and silently tells its story.

Lunch at the mountain restaurant

Admire the most beautiful panoramas of the mountain peaks from the observation deck of the Tsei Loam pass

Trekking in Ingushetia

We will climb the ecotrope to the Lyazhginsky waterfall and enjoy the views

City walk

Ancient buildings and merchant houses will tell us about the rich history of Vladikavkaz and its inhabitants.

Ethnic Alan evening

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

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Lunch and Vladikavkaz city tour
A transfer from the airport and/or railway must be ordered separately when booking the tour.
Check-in at the hotel before 14:00.
After check-in, together with our coordinator, you will go to the city center to the Medici restaurant, where lunch will be held at 15:00.
The restaurant can be replaced with an equivalent one in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Immediately after lunch, a bus and walking tour of Vladikavkaz is planned, with a visit to the sights of the historical part of the city.
Iconic places and the centuries-old history of one of the most beautiful cities, which is often called Caucasian Petersburg.
A walk through the center of Vladikavkaz will allow you to discover the echoes of the past centuries, embodied in ancient buildings, merchant houses, former printing houses and concerns, to hear about the architectural features and about famous people who were born and lived here, to get acquainted with the local mentality and learn urban legends.
In the program:
The Ossetian Church;
Narton Park;
Walk of Fame;
V.I. Lenin Square;
K.L. Khetagurov Park;
Armenian Apostolic Church;
The Sunni mosque.
The price of the tour includes: guided tour guide, lunch at a restaurant.
19:00 Return to the hotel.
The dinner is independent.
Day 2 - Excursion to Mountainous Ingushetia: "The Pearl of the Dzheyrakh gorge"
Excursion to Mountainous Ingushetia "Pearl of the Dzheyrakh gorge"
08:00-08:50 Transfer from Vladikavkaz hotels and departure for the route.
14:00-15:00 Lunch at the mountain restaurant "Tsei Loam".
In the program:
Daryal Gorge;
transfer to the Dzheyrakh gorge;
Tower of the Tsurovs;
S. Erzi — Tower complex;
hiking ecotrope to the Lyazhginsky waterfall (light trekking, sports shoes);
Tsey-Loamsky Pass observation deck — view of Kazbek and the Main Caucasian Ridge;
Egikal village — a complex of towers/fortifications of the Middle Ages;
Assinsky gorge;
Targim;
Thaba-Yerdy Temple;
Transfer to the eco-zone to the Vnushki Tower Complex.
The price of the tour includes: guided tour guide, lunch at the mountain restaurant "Tsei Loam", transfer, entrance tickets to the places of visit according to the program.
18:00 Return to the hotel.
The dinner is independent.

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Day 3 - Tour "To the pearls of Kabardino-Balkaria"
Excursion program to the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic "To the pearls of Kabardino-Balkaria".
08:00-08:50 Transfer from 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;
Babu Ghent Village — Upper Blue Lakes;
Lower Blue Lake (Tserik-Kel)/A natural monument;
Cherek Canyon;
walking part of the route along a dirt road (approximately 300 meters);
Upper Balkaria village;
Kunnyum-El and the Watchtower of the Abayevs (Abay-Kala);
The village of Shkany and the Amirkhanov Tower (Amirkhan-Kala).
The price of the tour includes: accompanying 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.
The dinner is independent.

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Day 4 - North Ossetia tour "Three Gorges of Ossetia + Alan evening"
Excursion program in North Ossetia "Three Gorges of Ossetia + 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.
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 art object "Balsaga Wheel".
Transfer to the Genaldon gorge, Karmadon village:
viewing platform on the Northern slope of the Main Caucasian Ridge and Kolka glacier;
Memorial to the memory of the deceased film crew of Sergei Bodrov Jr.
17:00-17:30 Arrival at the hotels.
Time to change clothes.
18:20-18:50 Transfer from the hotels to the Kavkaz Hall restaurant for the Alan Evening ethno-gastronomic program.
23:30 Transfer to Vladikavkaz hotels.
The price of the tour includes: accompanying a tour guide, lunch at the Valley of the Sun restaurant, transfer, entrance tickets to the places of visit according to the program, ethno-gastronomic program "Alan Evening" at the Kavkaz Hall restaurant.
23:30 Transfer to the hotel.

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Day 5 - Free day. 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.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

4 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.:

Hotel	Category	Twin 2-local	Double 2-local	Singl 1-local	Triple 3-local	DBL+CH 3-local
Vladikavkaz 4* buffet breakfast/menu	Standard	105920	105920	75650	142550	141000
"Kadgaron" 3* buffet breakfast/menu	Standard	82980	85540	46370	117150	116000
"Planet Lux" 3* breakfast buffet	Standard	84460	84460	52730	119590	118630
Park Hotel Vladikavkaz 5* breakfast buffet	Standard	on request	on request	on request	on request	on request
"Camellia" 3* a la carte breakfast	Standard	75660	75660	44430	107390	106910

*The price per room means that the price in the Twin or Double columns is indicated for two, Triple — for three, etc.

Twin — double room with separate beds.
Double — double room with a double bed.
Singl — single occupancy.
Triple — triple occupancy.
DBL+CH — two adults + a child.
Four—bed accommodation is available on request.

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)	53700	79000	80550	107400	26850

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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Another option

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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Another option

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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Another option

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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Another option

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 1 to 40 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

5 days 4 nights

Group meets at

Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz

Included in price

accommodation in hotels in Vladikavkaz, if the accommodation rate is selected;
guided tours with highly qualified guides;
meals: 4 breakfasts at the hotel (if the room rate is selected) + 4 lunches according to the program;
entrance tickets to the objects of visits according to the program of the tour and excursions;
environmental charges on routes;
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 and back;
guided tours, entrance tickets to facilities not included in the tour program;
Meals: dinners;
accommodation in hotels in Vladikavkaz, if the no-stay rate is selected;
breakfast at the hotel, if the no-stay rate is selected.

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 blows, so you need to 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.

In the heart of the Caucasus: guided tour of three republics

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