Ski collection of the Caucasus: Elbrus, Mamison and Cei

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Three popular resorts of the North Caucasus in one ski tour.

We will get acquainted with the Mamison ski resort, the youngest in Russia, which opened in March 2025 and is one of the oldest ski resorts in the Caucasus. Elbrus, as the highest peak in Europe, with cable car heights of up to 3,800 meters, serves as a magnet for climbers and outdoor enthusiasts. The trails on Elbrus are suitable for both beginners and professionals. Skiing and snowboarding on a variety of trails for all levels of training awaits us.

Location

Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz

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Tour highlights

Relaxing holidays

We will visit the Geduko and Ganakh Therma thermal springs, which are complete complexes for a relaxing stay.

Variety of slopes

Let's compare 3 ski resorts in the North Caucasus and choose the best one.

A living force of nature

We will drink the life-giving narzan, which shoots out of the ground in several places with powerful jets.

An evening with songs and dances

Let's go to the ethno-national style show program with dinner and tasting

Help with equipment

Instructors will help you choose the equipment for comfortable riding

Mountain tours

If desired, everyone will be able to add an excursion to the famous locations of Ossetia and Ingushetia to their rest.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Vladikavkaz Sightseeing Walking Tour
Arrival in Vladikavkaz, transportation to the airport or railway station from 08:00 to 14:00 for any flight / train.
Meeting and group transfer to the hotel, accommodation.
16:00 Sightseeing walking tour of Vladikavkaz — iconic places and the centuries-old history of the city.
A walk through the historical center of Vladikavkaz will allow you to discover the echoes of the past centuries, embodied in ancient buildings, to hear about the architectural features and about famous people who were born and lived here.
Get to know the local mentality and learn the secrets of the city!
19:30-21:30 Alan evening show program in ethno-national style with dinner and tasting (extra charge) on Fridays.
An exciting and dynamic evening of a traditional Ossetian feast with songs and dances, a large selection of Caucasian dishes and a tasting of national cuisine.

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Day 2 - Ski resort "Mamison" and "Tsey". Thermal springs in Upper Biragzanga
08:30 After breakfast we will go to the ski resorts of Mamison and Cei.
The unique Tsey Gorge is the most beautiful corner of the Caucasus and the majestic Mamison.
Moving along the military Ossetian road in the Alagir gorge, to the right along the route, attention is attracted by a mighty sculptural composition.
The sanctuary and the rock monument of Uastyrdzhi, who is one of the main characters of the folk Nart epic and the divine patron saint of Ossetia.
10:00 a.m. We arrive and begin exploring the Mamison ski resort.
Mamison is now the youngest ski resort in Russia, officially opened in March 2025.
8 trails with a total length of 14 kilometers have already been built.
The resort itself begins at 2025 m above sea level from Kalak station, and the highest developed point today using lifts is located at an altitude of 2950 m, Zaramag 1 and 2 stations.
It is expected that over time, the upper station will be located at an altitude of more than 4,000 m.
The instructors will help you pick up the equipment, get ski passes and start rolling out the slopes on skis and snowboards, depending on the level of training.
Beginners will be able to use the services of instructors on the "green" track, experienced riders will immediately start with the more difficult ones.
We enjoy skiing, stunning views and active recreation on the ski slopes of Mamison.
16:30 Gathering of the group, a trip to the complex of hot thermal springs in Upper Biragzanga.
A relaxing rest, complementing an eventful day, will restore your energy and add positive emotions (we recommend taking bathing accessories, towels and flip-flops).
For those staying at Mamison and Cei resorts, return to the hotels by 19:00.
Arrival at hotels in Vladikavkaz at 19:00.
An evening in Vladikavkaz, walking through the historical center of the city, the best restaurants of national cuisine.
It is possible to additionally purchase a full-day tour.
Day 3 - Ski resort "Mamison" and "Tsey". Thermal springs in Upper Biragzanga
08:30 After breakfast we leave for the ski resorts of Mamison and Cei.
We will continue to roll out the already familiar Mamison trails, and those who wish will be able to enjoy the extraordinary beauty of the Tsey Gorge and roll down the slopes from the Skazsky glacier to the foot of Monakh Mountain, the motionless and harsh guardian of Tsey.
We will turn from Transkam to the Tseysky Gorge or Tseyskaya horseshoe.
The gorge has been sacred to Ossetians for many centuries — the most iconic places of worship and places of power are located here — ancient Albanian historical and religious buildings.
The Tsey Gorge is a state nature reserve, and the figure of the patron saint Afsati at the entrance symbolizes protection for everyone living in this beautiful corner of the Caucasus.
Tsei is one of the oldest ski resorts in the Caucasus, which has existed since the seventies of the last century. "Here, peaks and glaciers look golden at dawn, like a frozen sky": bard Yuri Vizbor.
The slopes of Cei are great for both professionals and beginners.
The ski resort has trails up to 3 kilometers long.
The height difference between the upper and lower stations is 500 meters.
All the tracks are on the same slope and run along the gorge.
The most difficult ones are in the upper part of the slope.
10:00 We arrive and start rolling out the tracks, depending on the level of training.
We enjoy skiing, stunning views and active recreation on the ski slopes of Mamison and Cei.
16:00 Gathering of the group, a trip to the complex of hot thermal springs in Upper Biragzanga.
A relaxing rest, complementing an eventful day, will restore your energy and add positive emotions (we recommend taking bathing accessories, towels and flip-flops).
For those staying at Mamison and Cei resorts, return to the hotels by 19:00.
Arrival at hotels in Vladikavkaz at 19:00.
An evening in Vladikavkaz, walking through the historical center of the city, the best restaurants of national cuisine.

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Day 4 - Ski resort "Mamison" and "Tsey". Thermal springs in Upper Biragzanga
08:30 After breakfast we leave for the Mamison and Cei ski resort.
10:00 We arrive and start rolling out the tracks, depending on the level of training.
16:00 Gathering of the group, a trip to the complex of hot thermal springs in Upper Biragzanga.
A relaxing rest, complementing a busy day, will allow you to restore your energy and add positive emotions (we recommend taking bathing accessories, towels and flip-flops).
For those staying at Mamison and Cei resorts, return to the hotels by 19:00.
Arrival at hotels in Vladikavkaz at 19:00.
An evening in Vladikavkaz, walking through the historical center of the city, the best restaurants of national cuisine.

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Day 5 - Mamison ski resort. Group transfer to Elbrus region
08:30 After breakfast we leave for the Mamison and Cei ski resort.
10:00 a.m. In the morning, we have time to check in on the slopes, enjoying the views of the mountains, fresh air and adrenaline rush.
Souvenirs for the trip, Ossetian pies, cheese, and churchkhela have already been bought.
Let's gather on the slope and take a group photo as a souvenir, it's time to part with hospitable Ossetia, and Elbrus awaits us!
14:00 Gathering of the group, group transfer to the Elbrus region (280 km, 4 hours) to the ski resorts of Elbrus and Cheget, check-in at the hotel.
Elbrus is the highest peak in Europe, mesmerizing with its grandeur.
The incredible beauty of the mountains and the traditional Caucasian hospitality will inspire a great vacation with many vivid impressions, and the variety of trails will delight both beginners and professionals.
We will have dinner at the hotel or at any of the numerous cafes and restaurants (extra charge) located along the Cheget — Elbrus trail.
We get to know each other and get instructed on the rules of safety and behavior at the Elbrus resort.

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Day 6 - Ski slopes of Elbrus
08:30 After breakfast we go to the ski slopes of Elbrus.
There is a whole day of skiing ahead with unlimited possibilities for outdoor activities.
The total length of the ski slopes is about 12 km, while most of them are red and blue, ideal for an average level of skiing.
The trails on Elbrus are wide and gentle, without a sharp drop in altitude, which will also be comfortable for beginners.
There is a small training slope with a belt lift in the lower part of the resort.
The instructors will help you pick up the equipment, get ski passes and start rolling out the tracks depending on the level of training.
Cable cars smoothly lift us from the village of Azau (2,350 m) to the stations Krugozor (3,000 m), Mir (3,500 m) and Garabashi (3,847 m).
We enjoy skiing, stunning views and active recreation on the ski slopes of the highest mountain in Europe.
We have lunch in a cafe on the slope (extra charge), exchange impressions and at the same time immerse ourselves in the local gastronomy.
They bake the most delicious khichins with cheese, meat and potatoes on Elbrus, and you will definitely need to try lagman, shorpa and chanakhi from local dishes.
We continue to explore the trails, energizing ourselves with the energy of the mountains, and just enjoy riding.
16:30 Gathering of the group, return to the hotel.
Free time to recover and relax.
There are many evening leisure options: restaurants of national cuisine, spa treatments, karaoke, horseback riding, ice skating or shopping at the colorful local markets.

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Day 7 - Ski slopes of Elbrus
08:30 After breakfast, we head to the slopes and continue to roll out the ski slopes of Elbrus.
On skis and snowboards, we are impressed by every moment of active recreation, immersed in the beauty of the mountain element.
Experienced riders can try their hand at Cheget today, where the most difficult tracks in Russia are.
The atmosphere of the past years has been preserved on Cheget.
It is here that the iconic Ai cafe has been located since the sixties of the last century at an altitude of 2,750 meters and offers the best view of Elbrus in clear weather.
For those who are not interested in Cheget, we continue to roll out the ski slopes of Elbrus.
Lunch on the slope with hot tea will give you energy to continue an exciting day.
16:30 Gathering of the group, return to the hotel.
Free time to recover and relax.
For those who wish, it is possible to additionally organize a sauna.

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Day 8 - Visit to the Geduko thermal springs complex. Departure
09:00 Departure from Elbrus, check-out from the hotel.
09:00 Transfer to the thermal springs (120 km, 2 hours), on the way we visit the Narzanov Glade.
We'll drink the life-giving narzan, which shoots out of the ground in powerful streams in several places, and here we'll look at the local market, buying souvenirs for the road.
11:00-12:30 Visit to the Geduko thermal springs complex.
Relaxing in the pool with hot thermal waters will allow you to restore your energy and add positive emotions (we recommend taking bathing accessories, towels and flip-flops).
13:00 Pick-up, group transfer to the airport/Mineralnye Vody train station for evening flights/trains, later at 17:00.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

4 nights
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Hotel, Camp Site

3 nights

Comfort

Upscale
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The tour includes accommodation in hotels.

The cost of the tour per room, depending on the accommodation in the period 02.01.2026-15.04.2026, RUB.

Accommodation: 3 nights in Terskol + 4 nights in Vladikavkaz:

Accommodation: 4 nights in Vladikavkaz + 3 nights in Terskol	Room category	Dbl 2-local	Twin 2-local	Single 1-local	Triple 3-local	DBL+CH 2 adults + 1 child.	QUAD 4-local
Snow Leopard 3, Cheget — Camellia 3	standard	102660	102660	76125	150510	143115	188500
Snow Leopard 3, Cheget — Amran 3	standard	104400	103820	76705	152250	146595	193140
Snow Leopard 3, Cheget — Kadgaron Hotel 3	standard	109620	109620	76705	154860	148335	197780
Snow Leopard 3, Cheget — Planeta Lux 3 Hotel	standard	113680	113680	76415	162690	155295	-
Balkaria 3, Azau — Planeta Lux 3 Hotel	standard	122090	122090	90190	174000	166605	-
Snow Leopard 3, Cheget — Vladikavkaz 4 Hotel	standard	132240	132240	105705	180090	167475	-
Balkaria 3, Azau — Vladikavkaz 4 Hotel	standard	142390	142390	113680	190530	184005	-
Balkaria 3, Azau — Park hotel Vladikavkaz 5	standard	170810	203870	139780	-	232725	-

Accommodation: 1 night in Vladikavkaz + 3 nights in Mamison or Cei + 3 nights in Terskol:

Accommodation: 1 night in Vladikavkaz + 3 nights in Mamison or Cei + 3 nights in Terskol	Room category	Dbl 2-local	Twin 2-local	Single 1-local	Triple 3-local	DBL+CH 2 adults + 1 child.	QUAD 4-local
Kadgaron Hotel 3* — Bayray, Mamison Barnhouse — Snow Leopard 3*, Cheget	standard	136350	136350	107250	197325	187200	242400
Kadgaron Hotel 3* — Skazka, Tsei — Snow Leopard 3*, Cheget	standard	136350	136350	107250	197325	187200	242400
Planeta Lux 3* Hotel — Skazka, Tsei— Snow Leopard 3*, Cheget	standard	137400	137400	107175	199350	189000	-
Planet Lux 3* Hotel — Bayray, Mamison Barnhouse — Snow Leopard 3*, Cheget	standard	137400	137400	107175	199350	189000	-
Planeta Lux 3* Hotel — Astro Base glamping — Balkaria 3*, Azau	standard	156450	156450	126825	213750	202050	-
Vladikavkaz 4* Hotel — Skazka, Tsey — Snow Leopard 3*, Cheget	standard	142200	142200	114750	203850	192150	-
Vladikavkaz 4* Hotel — Bayray, Mamison Barnhouse — Snow Leopard 3*, Cheget	standard	142200	142200	114750	203850	192150	-
Vladikavkaz 4* Hotel — Astro Base glamping — Balkaria 3*, Azau	standard	161700	161700	132900	218000	206550	-
Park Hotel Vladikavkaz 5* — Astro Base glamping — Balkaria 3*, Azau	standard	169000	177600	139650	-	219150	-

Twin — double room (has two separate beds).

Double (DBL) — a double room (one double bed).

Single — single room.

Triple — for triple accommodation, hotels/campsites 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.

Below are the accommodations and the number of nights for "3 nights in Terskol + 1 night in Vladikavkaz + 3 nights in Mamison or Cei". If you choose the accommodation "3 nights in Terskol + 4 nights in Vladikavkaz", then you will stay 3 nights in Terskol + 4 nights in Vladikavkaz.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 12 to 18 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

8 days 7 nights

Group meets at

Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz

Included in price

group transfers from Vladikavkaz Airport and railway station to hotels on the first day of the tour for all flights/trains upon arrival from 08:00 to 14:00;
group transfer to the airport and Mineralnye Vody railway station on the final day of the tour for flights/trains later than 17:00;
accommodation with breakfast in hotels in Vladikavkaz, Mamison and Cei resorts, hotels and tourist complexes in Terskol (depending on the type of accommodation chosen);
daily transfers from hotels in Vladikavkaz to Mamison and Cei ski resorts;
daily transfers between the neighboring Mamison and Tsey gorges;
accompanied by an experienced tour guide and information support;
Active Recreation medical insurance;
collection for a sightseeing walking tour from gost. Vladikavkaz 4*, Kotsoeva St. 75.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Vladikavkaz and back from Mineralnye Vody;
Meals: lunches, dinners;
payment for ski lifts in the mountains of Ceya and Mamison, ski pass per day - 2,500 rubles.;
payment for ski lifts in the mountains of Elbrus, ski pass per day - 3,000 rubles.;
rent of a full set of ski equipment per day — 2,500 rubles.;
services of a professional ski/snowboard instructor in one hour, training in groups of up to 5 people is possible — from 3,000 rubles.;
ticket to the hot thermal springs "Ganakh therma" in Upper Biragzang — 600 RUB/hour;
ticket to the Geduko hot thermal springs, one hour — 600 rub.;
excursions, entertainment, and entrance tickets to facilities not included in the tour program;
individual transfers from/to Vladikavkaz airport and railway station, as well as any individual transportation service;

Book in advance, the number of seats is limited:

Alan evening show program in ethno-national style with dinner and tasting:
- adult — 2,400 rubles. (starting in April — 2,600 rubles);
- child under 18 years of age — 2,000 rubles. (starting in April — 2,200 rubles);
- children's menu, up to 8 years old — 800 rubles.

Additional group tours:

Three gorges: Kurtatinskoye — Karmadonskoye — Dargavs (8 hours, 120 km) from Vladikavkaz on Fridays and Saturdays:
- adult — 2,500 rubles.;
- child (7-12 years old) - 1,800 rubles —;
An exciting trip to mountainous Ingushetia: (8 hours, 180 km) from Vladikavkaz on Saturdays:
- adult — 2,500 rubles.;
- child (7-12 years old) - 1,800 rubles —

The cost may be adjusted closer to the season.

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Equipment for ski resorts. Bathing accessories are provided for thermal springs.

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Alyona

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1 Jun, 2026

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I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the tour providers for their professionalism and attention to detail. Everything was thoughtfully planned, from the itinerary to the warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the trip. a special thank-you goes to our guide, Dmitri. Thanks to him, every participant felt cared for and included. We shared many laughs, had wonderful conversations about the mountains, and truly enjoyed every moment of the journey. I would also like to thank our driver, Yuri, for his calm demeanor, confidence behind the wheel, and the sense of safety he provided every step of the way. in the mountains, that kind of reliability is priceless. Thank you for your professionalism, patience, and positive spirit. Traveling with you was more than just getting from one place to another - it was an essential part of a truly unforgettable adventure ! ✨🏔
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Zhanna

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29 May, 2026

I would especially like to highlight the excellent organization of the tour. Everything was arranged at the highest level: comfortable minibus transfers, well-located hotels, precise scheduling, and great attention to detail. I was particularly impressed that we traveled through Dagestan and Chechnya during the holy month of Ramadan, when Muslims observe strict fasting. Because of this, many cafés and restaurants were closed during the day, and even some grocery stores were not operating. Nevertheless, this did not prevent us from discovering the delicious Caucasian cuisine, hearty breakfasts and lunches were organized for us everywhere we went. I would also like to thank our guides for their courtesy, punctuality, and the fascinating way they introduced us to the culture and traditions of the peoples of the Caucasus.
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Svetlana Neustroeva

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20 May, 2026

A huge thank you to the providers and the entire team!!!! 🤝👍 My husband and I went on a weekend tour to North Ossetia, and we absolutely loved it. I completely fell in love with the mountains ❤️ the scenery was so breathtaking it literally made my head spin. It’s unbelievably beautiful there 😍!!:) The trip lasted 4 days : the first day included a sightseeing tour, followed by three days in the mountains with skiing, snowboarding, and visits to the thermal springs. Everything was pleasant and well organized right from the booking stage. All of our additional questions were answered in great detail, everything was honest and transparent :) which is really important :D You can tell that everything has been carefully thought out: the service was attentive without being intrusive, and everyone involved was genuinely friendly and passionate about their work!:) We will definitely travel with “Big Country” again!! If you’re still hesitating - don’t overthink it, just choose a tour and go!!! :D The company of these wonderful people will truly make your trip unforgettable! Special thanks to our guide, Akhshar 🫶🏻 we were so happy to meet you!

Ski collection of the Caucasus: Elbrus, Mamison and Cei

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