Sacred places, active recreation, exciting stories about the life of people, taiga animals, birds and “immersion” in the world of the distant past of our ancestors! Throughout the route, you will get acquainted with the history, culture, traditions and beliefs of the local people of the Mountain Shoria – the Shorians. You will be introduced to the lifestyle of the Old Believers, who to this day live without documents and lead a traditional lifestyle, which was led by their grandfathers and great-grandfathers.
Panoramic views, clean air, aromas of taiga herbs, observation deck, unforgettable photos for memory
Traditions of the Old Believers
Let's get acquainted with the lifestyle of Old Believers who still live without documents and lead a traditional lifestyle
Itinerary
Day 1 -
Arrival in Sheregesh. Trekking in the mountains
At 06:40 transfer from Novokuznetsk to Sheregesh.
Arrival in Sheregesh, breakfast, accommodation at the hotel.
Rest, free time.
Trekking in the mountains.
Panoramic views, the purest air, the aromas of taiga herbs, a viewing platform, unforgettable photos for memory (an excursion as a gift).
Dinner at the hotel.
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Day 2 -
The Mysteries of Shoria
Breakfast.
09:00 Guided tour “Riddles of Shoria".
8-hour sightseeing tour by bus.
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.
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Day 3 -
Spassky Palaces
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Excursion “Spassky palaces".
An exciting adventure on a GAZ-66 all-terrain vehicle in the vicinity of the Tashtagolsky district (village of Spassk).
Taiga trails, water and mud obstacles, forest landscapes, aromas of taiga herbs, lots of drive and adrenaline!
Departure from Sheregesh.
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone
Tour organizer's comments
Lightweight, suitable for family holidays, for the development of children's worldview and for anyone who wants to escape from the hustle and bustle of the world.
Accommodation
Accommodation
Hotel
2 nights
Comfort
Midscale
The tour includes accommodation in a hotel.
Hotel Freestyle-1 2 nights
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.
(2-bed accommodation)
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Tour conditions
Group
From 4 to 15 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Duration
3 days 2 nights
Group meets at
Kemerovo region, Novokuznetsk
Included in price
delivery to Sheregesh from Novokuznetsk and back;
habitation;
meals specified in the program: breakfasts and dinners, lunch on the second day during the excursion program;
trekking in the mountains;
excursion “Mysteries of Shoria”;
excursion "Spassky palaces".
Paid extra
air and railway tickets to Novokuznetsk and back;
meals not specified in the program;
personal expenses;
additional excursions;
insurance.
It's important to know
Personal equipment you need for the tour
For excursions: the form of clothing is comfortable sportswear, shoes, sneakers, headdress.
Are tickets included in the price of the tour?
Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
Accident insurance is not included in the price of the tour. If you wish, you can purchase additional travel insurance on the website of a Large Country without commission directly from insurance companies.
It is recommended to take out insurance against tick-borne encephalitis (if there is no vaccination). The route takes place in the taiga area, from the beginning of June to the end of August is the most peaceful time.
What time does the route start and end?
The schedule of arrivals in June, July, August is from Friday to Sunday.
Departure on Fridays by tourist bus:
Novokuznetsk: airport at 07:30;
Novokuznetsk: parking of the railway and bus station at 06:40 and at 21:15;
Departure from Sheregesh: weekly on Sundays at 16:00 or 19:00 by tourist bus, travel time 3 hours.
Are there any discounts for children?
The cost of the program for children under 12 years old is 22,750 rubles/person.