Ski weekend in Ossetia

We are going to get acquainted with the Mamison ski resort, the youngest ski resort in Russia, opened in March 2025, and Cei, one of the oldest ski resorts in the Caucasus, which has existed since the seventies of the last century. The slopes of Cei are great for both professionals and beginners.

With the opening of the resort, a second life has come to the inaccessible Mamison gorge. Among the ruins of ancestral towers and temples, the mountain resort seems designed to combine history and modernity, age—old traditions and sports. Skiing and snowboarding on a variety of trails for all levels of training awaits us, as well as the opportunity to taste local cuisine and enjoy the unique atmosphere of mountainous Ossetia and Ingushetia on additional excursions.

Location

Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz
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$367
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Duration
5 days
4 nights
Departures
24 - 28 Dec
25 - 29 Dec
28 Dec - 1 Jan, 2027
29 Dec - 2 Jan, 2027
30 Dec - 3 Jan, 2027
31 Dec - 4 Jan, 2027
1 - 5 Jan, 2027
2 - 6 Jan, 2027
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
  • or
    Hotel, Camp Site
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 12 to 18 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Thermal pleasure
A relaxing rest, complementing a busy day, will help to restore a charge of vivacity and add positive emotions.
2 resorts in 1 tour
In addition to the Mamison resort, we are waiting for the Tsey ski resort, which has been attracting lovers of alpine romance for more than 50 years.
Vladikavkaz Boardwalk
A walk through the historical center of the city will allow you to discover the echoes of the past centuries, embodied in ancient buildings.
Alan evening
An exciting and dynamic evening of traditional Ossetian feasting with songs and dances, a large selection of Caucasian dishes awaits us.
Help with equipment
The instructors will help us choose the equipment so that we can enjoy skiing and snowboarding.
Full-day guided tours
For those who wish, it is possible to additionally purchase a tour of famous locations in Ossetia and Ingushetia.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Vladikavkaz

    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!

    We will have dinner at the hotel or at any of the many cafes and restaurants in the city (extra charge).

    We get to know each other and get safety instructions, get information about the resorts of Mamison and Cei, and plan our upcoming holidays.

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  • Day 2 - Mamison Ski Resort
  • Day 3 - Tsey Ski Resort
  • Day 4 - Ski resort "Mamison" and "Tsey"
  • Day 5 - Mamison ski resort. Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
  • or
    Hotel, Camp Site
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour includes accommodation in hotels.

The cost of the tour per room, depending on the accommodation in the period 12/25/2025-04/15/2026, RUB.

  • Accommodation: 4 nights in Vladikavkaz:
Accommodation in Vladikavkaz (4 nights)Room category

Dbl

2-local

Twin 

2-local

Single 

1-local

Triple

3-local

DBL+CH 

2 adults + 1 child.

QUAD

4-local

Camellia 3*standard522005220036000774007380096000
Amran 3*standard5400053400366007920077400100800
Kadgaron Hotel 3*standard5940059400366008190079200105600
Planeta Lux 3 Hotel*standard6360063600363009000086400-
Junior Suite6780067800483009900095400-
Vladikavkaz 4 Hotel*standard82800828006660010800099000-
comfort888008880072600116100113400-
Park hotel Vladikavkaz 5*standard11820015240099600-163800-
  • Accommodation: 1 night in Vladikavkaz and 3 nights in Mamison or Cei:

Accommodation (1st night in Vladikavkaz and

3 nights in Mamison or Cei)

Room category

Dbl

2-local

Twin 

2-local

Single 

1-local

Triple

3-local

DBL+CH 

2 adults + 1 child.

QUAD

4-local

Vertical, Cei — Kadgaron 3*/Amran 3*standard68295682955017098092,593525 
The Tale of Tsei — Kadgaron 3*/Amran 3*standard752557525560175108532,5102660129920
Bayray, Mamison Barnhouse — Kadgaron 3*/Amran 3*standard752557525560175108532,5102660129920
Fairy Tale, Cei — Planet Lux 3*standard762707627060102,5110490104400-
Bayray, Mamison Barnhouse — Planet Lux 3*standard762707627060102,5110490104400-
Astro Base, glamping — Planet Lux 3*standard903359033576922,5121800114405-
Skazka, Tsey — Vladikavkaz 4 Hotel*standard809108091067425114840107445-
Astro Base glamping Hotel Vladikavkaz 4*standard954109541082795125932,5118755-
Astro Base glamping Park Hotel Vladikavkaz 5*standard10251511078089320-130935-

Twin — double room (has two separate beds).

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

Singlesingle room.

Triple — for triple accommodation, hotels/campsites along the route provide DBL/TWN + extras. 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 the "1st night in Vladikavkaz and 3 nights in Mamison or Cei" accommodation. If you choose to stay "4 nights in Vladikavkaz", you will stay 4 nights in the selected hotel in Vladikavkaz.

Hotel or Hotel or 1 night
Hotel
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Another option
Hotel
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Another option
Hotel
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Another option
Hotel
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Hotel
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Another option
Hotel
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Hotel or Hotel or 3 nights

Tour conditions

Group
From 12 to 18 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
5 days 4 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 Vladikavkaz airport and railway station upon departure on the final day of the tour for flights/trains later than 18:00;
  • accommodation with breakfast in hotels in Vladikavkaz, Mamison and Cei resorts (depending on the chosen type of accommodation);
  • daily transfers from hotels in Vladikavkaz to Mamison and Cei ski resorts: 100 km drive (1.5 hours one way);
  • 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;
  • Meals: lunches, dinners;
  • New Year's banquet — from 6,000 rubles, the exact cost in October–November;
  • payment for ski lifts in the mountains, ski pass per day - 2,500 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;
  • 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 from 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.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

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

Are tickets included in the price of the tour?
What is the cost of New Year's banquets?
Can the composition and size of the band change during the tour?
Will I need to take cash with me, or will I be able to pay with a card everywhere?

Dates and Prices

  • $367
    24 – 28 Dec 5 days 4 nights
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  • $367
    25 – 29 Dec 5 days 4 nights
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  • $367
    28 Dec, 2026 – 1 Jan, 2027 5 days 4 nights
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  • $367
    29 Dec, 2026 – 2 Jan, 2027 5 days 4 nights
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  • $367
    30 Dec, 2026 – 3 Jan, 2027 5 days 4 nights
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Reviews Leave a review

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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!