Legends of the mountain Digoria

During the journey, you will find yourself among relict forests, see thousand-year-old glaciers and mighty waterfalls, whose power and grandeur will leave you speechless. The nature here is so impressive that every step gives you a new stunning landscape. 

It is here, among the wild nature, as if by the dictates of time, that ancient towers and castles stand — symbols of history that add even more magic to this place. All this makes Digoria a place where nature and history merge into one, creating an atmosphere that you will never forget.

Location

Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz
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Duration
7 Days
6 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 29 June – 5 July
    • 16 – 22 August
    • 14 – 20 September
    • 12 – 18 October
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Accommodation
  • Hotel
    5 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
From 6 to 12 tourists
Minimum age
12 years old
Group meet at
Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Full immersion in Digoria
In seven days you will learn interesting facts about the history of North Ossetia, and see unforgettable views of the Caucasus with your own eyes
Getting to know mountain tourism
You will acquire skills that are indispensable in the mountains and prepare for routes around the Greater Caucasus
A rich program
You will not have to be bored for a single day — a cozy hotel, hiking and fabulous nature awaits you.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Getting to know North Ossetia — from Vladikavkaz to mountainous Digoria

    When choosing flights for the start of the tour, choose those that arrive before 13:15.

    We will meet you at the airport or at the Vladikavkaz railway station, from where a group transfer departs at 13:30.

    After a hearty lunch, you will be introduced to the most iconic places of Vladikavkaz.

    Let's start our walk with the main sights of the city: the monument to Issa Pliev, the Cast-iron Bridge, Shtyb Square and the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

    We will take a walk along Mira Avenue, which enchants with its history and architecture.

    Along the way, you will find the famous Vladikavkaz tram, exquisite coffee shops, ancient buildings and views of the Main Caucasian Ridge and Mount Kazbek.

    You will learn how different cultures and religions shaped this city, which has preserved the peaceful coexistence of churches, mosques and temples.

    We will finish the walk with a visit to the center for the development of folk crafts, where you can buy unique Ossetian souvenirs.

    After an eventful walk, we set off to one of the most picturesque places in North Ossetia — the Digor gorge.

    On the way, you will stop at the Ahsinta Canyon.

    Here you can pass through the amazing natural gates of the mountain Digoria, where the rocks hang over your head, and the views from the Devil's Bridge open before you the breathtaking landscapes of the Uruk River.

    This is a place where nature literally breathes history and myths.

    On the route you will see the ancient shrine of Uastyrdzhi, dedicated to the patron saint of men, travelers and warriors.

    Your day will end in a cozy hotel surrounded by natural wonders, next to the Metelask Waterfall and majestic mountains.

    Here you will have dinner, a discussion of the program and a briefing before the next days of travel.

    The price includes: airport–hotel group transfer, tour guide, entrance tickets according to the program, lunch, dinner, overnight at the hotel.

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  • Day 2 - Trekking to the Karaug glacier — discover the greatness of the Caucasus
  • Day 3 - Trekking to Galdoridon Waterfall
  • Day 4 - Dive into the ancient secrets of Ossetia: Kamunta, Galiat and the Abisalov Tower
  • Day 5 - Tan-Tsete Glacier Hike
  • Day 6 - Climb Mount Kubus and walk to the Taimazinsky waterfalls
  • Day 7 - Farewell to Digoria. Diving into ancient Ossetia. Departure
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity
Tour organizer's comments

For active tourists under 65 years of age who have no contraindications to active physical activity.

The decision to participate in the tour program is made and confirmed by the tour operator only on the basis of a completed application!

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    5 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale

The tour includes hotel accommodation.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

Placement1-local accommodation1-local accommodationExtra bed adult

Tana Park 3* Hotel with breakfast

June, August

79 000114 000

69 000

 

Tana Park 3* Hotel with breakfast

September, October

77 000105 00069 000

Discount for children aged 12-14 years in the main seat — 5%.

Tana Park 5 nights

Tana Park Hotel is a three-star hotel located in the mountains of the Digor Gorge of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania. 

There is also a restaurant, a sauna, a swimming pool, a pond, a slide for sledding and snowboarding. Wi-Fi is available in the main building, on site and in the hotel restaurant. Come and relax body and soul in the mountains. Tana Park is a comfort high in the mountains.

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Tour conditions

Group
From 6 to 12 tourists
Minimum age
12 years old
Duration
7 days 6 nights
Group meets at
Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz

Included in price

  • transportation services under the program, including group transfers "Vladikavkaz railway station / airport — Tana Park Hotel — Mineralnye Vody railway station /airport" (minivan/minibus), transfers on the route (gazelle);
  • Vladikavkaz sightseeing Tour;
  • accommodation at the Tana Park Hotel;
  • meals according to the program (1 lunch on the day of arrival, breakfast at the hotel, 4 dry. rations, 1 family lunch, welcome dinner on 1 day);
  • mountain guide services;
  • ecological catchments of the national park;
  • the excursion program along the route.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Vladikavkaz and back from Mineralnye Vody;
  • meals not included in the program;
  • additional services at the locations;
  • alcoholic beverages;
  • luggage tray;
  • accident insurance;
  • private transfers;
  • outdoor swimming pool during business hours;
  • trekking poles for rent.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • headdress (from the sun);
  • windproof jacket;
  • trekking trousers;
  • trekking boots or running shoes;
  • sweatshirt (fleece);
  • backpack (25-30 liters);  
  • rain cape (raincoat) – for yourself and your backpack;
  • sunglasses and SPF50 cream;
  • individual first aid kit;
  • polyurethane foam "seat";
  • cup;
  • trekking poles (you can rent them by contacting our company).
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Dates and Prices

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    29 Jun – 5 Jul 7 days 6 nights
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    16 – 22 Aug 7 days 6 nights
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    14 – 20 Sep 7 days 6 nights
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    12 – 18 Oct 7 days 6 nights
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