The Mysteries of the Mountain Shoria

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The tour program includes an introduction to the rich history, traditions and customs of the indigenous Turkic-speaking population living in the territory of the Siberian Federal District.

During the rest, we will visit unique sites, remote settlements with compact residence of the indigenous population (Shortsy, Altaians), try local cuisine. In addition to the historical and cultural diversity, we will see the natural and geological features of the region.

Location

Kemerovo region, Novokuznetsk

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Tour highlights

Dog trekking in the mountains

Let's go to admire the mountain panoramas in conjunction with a kind furry friend

Shor village

We will visit a place where there is no electricity and mobile communication, but there are unique people and places of power

"Stone Camels"

An exciting walking tour along the peaks of the sacred mountains of the Shors awaits us

Baikal's younger brother

We will take a small cruise to the waterfalls of Lake Teletskoye in Altai

To the ancient megaliths on an all-terrain vehicle

We will get a great boost of energy and feel the real energy of mysterious places of power

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Sheregesh. Dog trekking in the mountains
Transfer at 06:40 from Novokuznetsk to Sheregesh.
Arrival in Sheregesh, breakfast, accommodation at the hotel.
Rest, free time.
Dog trekking tour “Mountain panoramas".
An active 4-hour adventure in the mountains in a bundle (harness and leash for a dog, participant's belt) with a kind furry friend.
The participants of the route move along the route under the guidance of experienced instructors with rest stops.
Route plan: meeting of guests, briefing, start of the route, arrival at the top of Sarlyk mountain (height 1041 m.), walk and photo session, return back.
The length of the active part is 6 km.
An adventure without a dog is possible.
Dinner at the hotel.

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Day 2 - Shor village
Breakfast.
09:00 Shore Village tour.
A journey into the depths of history.
A visit to the village with a centuries-old history, which is located at the confluence of two taiga rivers Mras-Su and Anzas.
You will visit the open-air ecomuseum “Tazgol”, which will immerse you in the world of the indigenous people of Gornaya Shoria for a while.
You will walk through the streets of a real Shora village, where peaceful pets roam, birds sing and the invigorating crowing of a rooster can be heard.
The museum dedicated to the history of the Small Silk Road will not leave anyone indifferent.
This is a place where there is no electricity or mobile communication, but there are unique people and places of power that are preserved by the sacred Shorsky mountain Aigan.
Dinner at the hotel.

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Day 3 - Bus tour. Ust-Kabyrza settlement
Breakfast.
09:00 8-hour sightseeing bus tour.
One of the most popular and favorite sightseeing programs in the area.
You will get acquainted with the history of the region, visit the sights, learn about the Shorsk villages, get acquainted with the lifestyle of the local aboriginal population.
The unique location of the route will be the village of Ust-Kabyrza, whose official history dates back more than 300 years, and its roots go back to ancient times.
The uniqueness of the village lies in its location – the confluence of three taiga rivers: Mras-Su, Kabyrza and Pyzas, which are the sources of the Tom River.
The Small Silk Road passed through here, and the local residents, the Shors, who traditionally hunted not only, but were also famous for their unique abilities in making metal products, were nicknamed the Kuznetsk Tatars by Chinese merchants.
The burial place of the Shor Princess, whose history is shrouded in secrets, was found at the mouth of the rivers.
Return to the hotel, dinner at the hotel.

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Day 4 - Walking tour of the peaks of the sacred mountains of the Shors
Breakfast.
09:00 Stone Camels tour.
An exciting walking tour along the peaks of the sacred mountains of Shortsev – Karitshal (Green), past the “Camels” with a photo session at the "Cross".
It is not recommended to visit places without an instructor and in cloudy weather.
The duration of the tour is 7 hours (lift + pedestrian crossing ≈ 8 km).
Panoramic views, the history of the region, the mysteries of the sacred mountains, legends, a viewing platform, photo zones.
Unforgettable keepsake photos.
Dinner at the hotel.

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Day 5 - Free day
Breakfast.
Free day, additional excursions to choose from with a special discount.
Dinner at the hotel.
Day 6 - Lake Teletskoye
Breakfast.
08:30 Excursion “Lake Teletskoye".
Lake Teletskoye is unique in many ways, it is called the younger brother of Lake Baikal.
The maximum depth of the lake is 325 m, the average is 174 m, the length is 77.8 km, the width ranges from 0.5 km to 5.2 km.
The coastline is almost 190 km long.
While traveling on the lake, we visit the Korbu waterfall.
"Korbu” or “Korbo” translates as “branch".
This is how the locals dubbed the waterfall, located on the eastern shore of Lake Teletskoye.
This area is a protected area.
The lake holds a lot of secrets and mysteries, which you will have to solve on our route.
The route passes through the territories of the Kemerovo region and the Republic of Gorny Altai.
Travelers will get acquainted with a unique lake, visit waterfalls: Korbu, Estube, Chedor, the Swan River.
The route length is 380 km.
A trip to the protected areas of the Altai Mountains.
This is the place where you can relax body and soul, regain your strength and enjoy the unreal beauty of the Altai Mountains.
At the lake, we will transfer to a water transport and go to the waterfalls.
They look especially impressive from the water.
Our first stop will be the Swan River.
And then we will go deep into the taiga places.
Mountains, waterfalls and mountain rivers are waiting for you, where you can enjoy the tranquility of nature.
Return to the hotel, dinner at the hotel.

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Day 7 - All-terrain vehicle tour “Spassky Palaces”
Breakfast.
08:00 All-terrain vehicle tour “Spassky Palaces".
Ancient megaliths of Gornaya Shoria (80 km by bus, 15 km by all-terrain vehicle. km. 6-7 hours).
A mysterious “stone wall” of rectangular stones piled on top of each other, located southwest of the famous ski resort of Sheregesh.
Scientists have dubbed this find the “Russian Stonehenge.”
It is assumed that the structure appeared during the time of the ancient civilization.
The Spassky palaces have been compared to Stonehenge and the Egyptian Pyramids.
Here you can find traces of many taiga animals.
You can feel the real energy and get a great boost of energy right here!
The territory of the district consists of many forest, taiga and mountain routes, where access by bus or car is limited.
To see the beauty of the territory from a different, very unusual angle, we offer trips on all-terrain vehicles (GAZ-66, UAZ, passable Pickup Truck).
Departure from Sheregesh at 19:00.

Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Hotel

6 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The tour includes accommodation at the Freestyle-1 hotel (2-bed accommodation).

the cost of the tour for 1 person for adults is 76,140 rubles.
the cost of the tour for 1 person for children under 12 years old is 64,260 rubles.

On request, accommodation in guest houses, self-catering (kitchen equipment and dishes are available in all), accommodation in 3-4* hotels.

The Freestyle tourist complex is located at the foot of Zelenaya Mountain in Sheregesh and includes two hotels and rooms near the ski lift.

Russian baths and hammam, ski equipment rental, and cafes are located on the territory of the complex.