Winter weekend in Ossetia

Ossetia's winter landscapes are unique in beauty — beautiful views of snow—capped mountains, clear waters of mountain rivers and, of course, mysterious medieval tower complexes - outstanding examples of stone architecture.

We will see the Dargava necropolis, which is popularly called the "City of the Dead", consisting of more than 90 crypt structures of original shape. On the way, we will meet Kadargavan Canyon, a unique place where for hundreds of years a mountain river eroded the soft limestones of a rocky ridge, and a huge boulder that fell from the mountain became a natural bridge over the canyon.

Location

Vladikavkaz
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$263
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Duration
4 days
3 nights
Departures
4 - 7 Dec
11 - 14 Dec
18 - 21 Dec
25 - 28 Dec
28 - 31 Dec
29 Dec - 1 Jan, 2027
30 Dec - 2 Jan, 2027
31 Dec - 3 Jan, 2027
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 12 to 18 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
Vladikavkaz
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Three famous gorges of mountainous Ossetia
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, 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.

    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
  • Day 3 - Alagir Gorge — Tsei — Mamison
  • Day 4 - Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in hotels in Vladikavkaz.

The cost of the tour per room, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

PlacementRoom categoryPrice validity period

Dbl

2-local

Twin 

2-local

Single 

1-local

Triple

3-local

DBL+CH 

2 adults + 1 child.

QUAD

4-local

Breakfast

Breakfast

Camellia 3*standard04.12.2025-02.04.2026391503915027000580505535072000Breakfast
Amran 3*standard04.12.2025-02.04.2026405004005027450594005805075600Breakfast
Kadgaron Hotel 3*standard04.12.2025-02.04.2026445504455027000614255940079200Sw. table
Planeta Lux 3 Hotel*standard04.12.2025-02.04.20264770047700272256750064800-Sw. table
Junior Suite04.12.2025-02.04.20265085050850362257425071550-Sw. table
Vladikavkaz 4 Hotel*standard04.12.2025-02.04.20265580055800418507965074250-Sw. table
comfort04.12.2025-02.04.20265985059850459008505079650-Sw. table
Park hotel Vladikavkaz 5*standard04.12.2025-02.04.20268415011430070200-122850-Sw. table

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 + 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 placement 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 3 nights
"Kadgaron"

It is located in the center of Vladikavkaz. It offers a restaurant, free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. The Kadgaron 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. The rooms offer mountain views.

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Another option
Vladikavkaz 3*

It is located in the center of Vladikavkaz, a 2-minute walk from the Terek River and 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 mini-bar, free toiletries and towels are provided in the private bathroom with a bathtub. Some rooms offer views of the river. A desk is also provided.

The standard rooms are only on the 3rd floor. These are rooms without a balcony.

Comfort rooms with balconies from 4 floors and above.

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"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 WiFi is provided. There is a restaurant on site. Vladikavkaz Train Station is a 10-minute walk from the Planet Lux Hotel. Vladikavkaz Airport is a 30-minute drive away.

The room has a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The bathroom comes with free toiletries.

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Vladikavkaz 4 Park Hotel*

The hotel is located in Vladikavkaz, 1.7 km from Spartak Republican Stadium. It offers a restaurant, free private parking, a fitness center and a bar. Family rooms can be booked at the hotel. There is also a terrace. The reception is open 24 hours a day. Guests can arrange airport transfers and room service. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

The air-conditioned rooms feature a desk, a flat-screen TV, a kettle and a safe, as well as a private 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.

A buffet breakfast is served every morning. The hotel's wellness center includes a hammam and sauna.

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"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 secure 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. 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. Bicycles can be rented in the surrounding area and an exciting ride can be arranged.

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"Amran"

The Amran Hotel is located in Vladikavkaz.

There are 49 rooms of various categories at guests' disposal, including a TV and a refrigerator, a desk, a wardrobe, and a shower room. The Suites have a spa bath.

The hotel has a bar and a cafe where you can indulge in dishes of Caucasian and European cuisine, or use the diet menu. Breakfast is served in the morning.

It offers billiards, a private hammam and a sauna. Nearby are the Museum of the History of Vladikavkaz, the Academic Russian Theater named after E.B. Vakhtangov, 1.2 km away, and other attractions. The central market is 0.7 km away. The distance to the airport is 19.3 km, to the railway station is 0.2 km.

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Tour conditions

Group
From 12 to 18 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
4 days 3 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 for all flights/trains upon arrival from 08:00 to 14:00;
  • group transfers from hotels to Vladikavkaz airport and railway station upon departure, transportation to the hotel from 08:00 to 20:00;
  • accommodation in hotels according to the Vladikavkaz tour program with breakfast;
  • guided tours with professional guides and qualified drivers;
  • entrance tickets to the objects of visits according to the program of excursions, environmental fees of nature reserves;
  • tourists are collected for a transport tour of the hotels; collection for a sightseeing walking tour from gost. Vladikavkaz 4*, Kotsoeva St. 75.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Vladikavkaz and back;
  • meals not specified in the program;
  • the ticket for the chairlift in the Tseysky gorge is 800 rubles.;
  • excursions, entertainment, and entrance tickets to facilities not included in the tour program;
  • meals along the tour route: picnic lunch or lunch are paid on site, dinners;
  • the resort fee or tax is paid independently upon check-in at the hotel;
  • New Year's banquet;
  • 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.;
    • child under 18 years of age — 2,000 rubles.;
    • children's menu, up to 8 years old — 800 rubles.

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.

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Dates and Prices

  • $263
    4 – 7 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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  • $263
    11 – 14 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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  • $263
    18 – 21 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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  • $263
    25 – 28 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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  • $263
    28 – 31 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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Reviews Leave a review

  • M
    Marina
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    8 Jun, 2026
    The providers did an outstanding job!!!
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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.