Tourists reviews of vacations in Kabardino-Balkaria

A fantastic tour. The guides were excellent, with plenty of fascinating places to visit and lots of interesting information about each location.

The Caucasus Mountains tour was truly unforgettable. The itinerary was packed with incredible experiences, with a new destination to explore every day. Despite the early departures, there was never a sense of exhaustion—just excitement. We visited so many breathtaking places: Dombai, Arkhyz, Cheget, the Chegem Gorge, the Elbrus region, and the village of Upper Balkaria. Along the way, we met wonderful people and got to try a variety of traditional Caucasian dishes. The organization was top-notch. Huge thanks to the Big Country team and our hosts in Pyatigorsk. I appreciate all the effort—wishing you continued success!

Our little trip was absolutely wonderful—so many great impressions and a fantastic mood! The tour was well-organized, the locations were stunning, and the enthusiastic, friendly guides made the experience even more enjoyable. We were completely satisfied with the trip!

A fantastic tour with excellent organization. First and foremost, I want to highlight the coordinator, Irina, who was always available and helped arrange the most convenient arrival and departure options. The guides were outstanding as well! I never imagined that just four days could be so refreshing. The mountain scenery is truly magical. I will definitely come back. Huge thanks to all the tour managers and guides—this trip was a perfect 10 out of 10

We traveled at the end of May and loved EVERY moment! Excellent organization, an interesting program, guides, each with their own unique style, comfortable transport, and delicious food! My son even said, "Why didn’t we go on trips like this before?" :)

Hello! We took part in the trekking tour in the Elbrus region, and it was an amazing experience. First and foremost, a huge thank you to our guide, Svetlana!!! She is a fascinating woman, she could easily outshine many men! :) she shared so much interesting information, showed us incredible places, and even treated us to delicious herbal tea made from wild mountain herbs! I absolutely loved everything!!! The landscapes were straight out of a fairy tale!!! The food, the hotel, and the overall program were all top-notch, just as described in the tour details. We will definitely do it again next year!!! The mountains completely won our hearts! A big thank you for the excellent organization!

We came back from the tour full of wonderful impressions. I really appreciated how varied and well-balanced the itinerary was. We explored the majestic Caucasus Mountains, took in breathtaking views of mountain rivers, and soaked in the natural beauty all around us. We also enjoyed guided tours through all the Caucasian Mineral Waters resort towns — Yessentuki, Pyatigorsk, Zheleznovodsk, and Kislovodsk. We stayed at the new Olympos Hotel in Pyatigorsk, which left a great impression. Everything was spotless, with modern furniture and new fixtures in the bathrooms. Breakfasts were mind-blowing. I highly recommend both the tour and the hotel to future travelers.

Thank you so much for a wonderful trip. The excursions were both interesting and informative, led by guides from the host team who are true professionals. At the Nautilus Hotel, they kindly saved dinner for us whenever we returned late from tours. Unforgettable impressions from the tour – a solid 5 out of 5.

We took the Caucasian Mosaic tour from July 3 to July 7 and really enjoyed it. The itinerary was interesting, well-rounded, and diverse, combining mountains, cities, and cultural and historical landmarks. Mountain trips were nicely balanced with more urban sightseeing routes.

I really enjoyed everything — great value for the price. We stayed at the Vladikavkaz Hotel

I want to sincerely thank the tour providers, guides, and everyone involved - you gave us unforgettable and vivid memories. From June 21 to 25, I traveled with my 10-year-old son, my brother, and his wife on a tour through North Ossetia and Kabardino-Balkaria. We managed to visit the region's main sights in a short amount of time. Transportation was comfortable - air-conditioned minibuses with small groups of 12–14 people. The guides were knowledgeable, engaging, and informative, not only about the places we visited but also about the local culture and history. They answered all our questions with professionalism and warmth - truly smart, friendly young people. In Vladikavkaz, we stayed at the Kadgaron Hotel - clean rooms, everything in working order (plumbing, hot water, AC), and good breakfasts. After North Ossetia, we headed to the Elbrus region, stopping at incredibly scenic spots along the way. The Snow Leopard Hotel didn’t have hot water in the evening, which was disappointing, but it was back by morning. And Elbrus - I have no words. just tears of joy. Pure happiness! Without a doubt, I highly recommend this tour.

I really enjoyed the tour, especially the days we spent visiting Cheget, Elbrus, and Dombai. It was great that the itinerary alternated between city tours and mountain excursions. The only downside was the Geduko complex — it felt quite run-down. But that's more of an issue for the site's management.

Everything was very well organized. The train was fantastic. The staff went out of their way to ensure a comfortable journey. The service was excellent. The train itself was clean and well-equipped, with a restaurant, bar, and a banya.

I had no prior climbing experience, but I lead an active lifestyle and go trekking in the mountains every summer. I chose this tour based on my background, with the goal of summiting Mount Elbrus at a time that suited me. The tour was well-organized to support that goal — there were enough experienced guides, and the program focused on proper acclimatization rather than pushing participants to the point of dropping out due to excessive strain. Another bonus was the surprisingly comfortable living conditions — even staying in unheated rooms and taking turns cooking felt enjoyable. Unfortunately, the summit attempt was canceled due to strong winds at the top. However, the tour provider was very accommodating, and we stayed an extra day at the assault camp in hopes of better weather.

I’d like to express my sincere gratitude to the providers of the "CAUCASIAN ATTRACTION" tour, which took place from June 26 to July 2, 2024. The tour was fascinating, with a well-thought-out and comfortable itinerary. Despite the number of locations we visited, we still had plenty of free time in the evenings to relax and explore Vladikavkaz on our own. The ascent of Mount Elbrus was truly unforgettable, stunningly beautiful, and we were lucky with the weather. Thank you for a week full of joy and breathtaking experiences!

An amazing tour! The mountainous regions of the North Caucasus are breathtaking in their beauty and diversity. Mountainous Ingushetia was love at first sight! And the rest of the republics were just as impressive: the stunning Sulak Canyon, the misty Kezenoyam Lake (well, you can’t control the weather), a dramatic lightning-filled night in Grozny, and Upper Balkaria with its mystical blue lakes and ancient mountain fortresses. These memories will stay with me for a long time — and I’ll definitely want to come back!

An incredible experience with unforgettable emotions , we got to see the full beauty of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic's nature What I appreciated most about the organization: routes were planned with the weather in mind, always adapting to conditions, prof. focus on safety – Ilya clearly explained how to behave in the mountains and what to be aware of personalized attention to each group member, taking into account individual fitness levels , constant kindness and a great, positive atmosphere. Thanks to Ilia, our group became a real team in just 5 days. He was a guide everyone trusted and listened to His stories about trekking, preparation, and climbing Mount Elbrus were truly inspiring – we caught the adventure spirit and now really want to go on a proper expedition P.S. The Maiden's Curls Waterfall in the rain turned out to be the perfect choice – the next day we had a clear view of Elbrus and hiked through snow and ice to the "Shelter of the Eleven" (at 4100 meters!), where the ascent begins. It was amazing! Huge thanks again!