Horseback riding tour "Weekend in the saddle" in the Caucasus

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A weekend horse riding tour, which harmoniously combines horse riding training and full-fledged horseback riding, information-rich cultural, historical and biological excursions.

We will walk along the gorge of the river to the Cheese Caves and the narzan Mara spring, along the tract of the right tributary of the Mary — Arba-Kol River along amazing trails surrounded by the pristine nature of the mountainous Caucasus.

Location

G. Mineralnye Vody

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Tour highlights

Riding skills

Let's go on real horseback hikes through the most picturesque mountain gorges, plateaus and passes

Unity with nature

We will get a boost of strength and health from staying in an ecologically clean area and dishes of Caucasian cuisine made from eco-products

Combined recreation format

We combine training with exciting educational excursions

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Mineralnye Vody, eco-farm in the river gorge
We will meet you at the Mineralnye Vody airport or at the railway station at 13:00.
Our ultimate goal is a secluded eco—farm in the Mara River tract and, if the weather conditions are great, we will choose a stunning route through the high-altitude Gum-Bashi pass to enjoy the spectacular views of the Caucasus Mountains.
If the heavenly chancellery orders differently on this day, then we will lay a route through the capital of Karachay-Cherkessia, the majestic city of Cherkessk!
Upon arrival at the eco-farm, we will stay in cozy rooms and begin to get acquainted with the instructor, who will give safety instructions and give several riding lessons.
In the evening, after a delicious dinner, we will have a free evening by the fireplace.
Timing of the day:
13:00 transfer to Aydin El;
16:00 arrival at the base;
19:00 dinner.
Accommodation: Aydin El.
Meals: dinner at the hotel.

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Day 2 - The first route to the Arba-Kol tract
Immediately after breakfast, we set off on our first horse riding route.
It will run along amazing trails surrounded by the pristine nature of the mountainous Caucasus.
After saddling the horses, we will take a horse ride along the tract of the right tributary of the Mary — Arba-Kol River, which means "a beam where you can drive on an arba" in Karachay.
After having lunch on the route with the supplies we took with us and admiring the splendor of the mountains around us, filling all the free memory of your cameras with amazing pictures, tired but satisfied, we return to the base.
After a delicious Caucasian dinner, we relax and share our impressions.
Timing of the day:
09:00 breakfast;
10:00 exit to the route;
13:00 lunch on the route;
17:00 return to the base;
19:00 dinner.
Accommodation: Aydin El.
Meals: breakfast and dinner at the hotel, dry rations on the route.

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Day 3 - Horseback riding along the river gorge to the Cheese caves and the narzan Mara spring. Departure
Today, after a hearty breakfast, you will have to consolidate your riding skills, master the types of equestrian step.
Our small caravan of dashing riders on beautiful hardy horses goes on a horseback ride along the river gorge to the Cheese Caves and the narzan Mara spring.
After the route — lunch, packing home and transfer to Mineralnye Vody.
And whether this short tour was the first horseback trip in your life or you have already made horseback excursions — time in the land of mountains and canyons, lakes and waterfalls, in the company of well-trained horses, was definitely not in vain!
See you again in the Caucasus, dear friends!
Group transfer at 15:00 from the accommodation, estimated time of arrival in Mineralnye Vody around 18:00.
Timing of the day:
09:00 breakfast;
10:00 exit to the route;
14:00 lunch;
15:00 transfer to the airport/ railway station.
Accommodation: Aydin El.
Meals: breakfast and lunch at the hotel.

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Difficulty

Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health

Tour organizer's comments

Average, moderate physical activity awaits you.

The tour is suitable for tourists with an average level of physical fitness who do not have riding experience. It is not recommended for patients with allergic reactions, serious diseases of the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems.

Accommodation

Camp Site

2 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The tour provides accommodation at the Aydin El eco farm in 2-, 3-bed rooms with all amenities.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the date of arrival, RUB.:

Year	2-, 3-bed room
2024	34 500
2025	40 000

The surcharge for single occupancy is 6,000 rubles / the entire period of the tour.

Find out more information about the conditions of your stay when booking a tour.

The Aydin El tourist complex is a place to restore mental strength. The hotel has tried to create the most comfortable conditions for those who are focused on family values and a healthy lifestyle.

The hotel has bright, uncluttered interiors and stunning views, everything was approached with a soul, the design and filling of the rooms were thought out to the smallest detail.

There is a private restaurant with panoramic windows, a terrace and a barbecue area, where our chefs lovingly prepare dishes of Caucasian cuisine.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 10 tourists

Minimum age

12 years old

Maximum weight of the tourist

110 kg

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

G. Mineralnye Vody

Included in price

first aid kit;
meals: breakfasts, dinners, dry rations on the routes;
accommodation in the family farm "Audin El" in 2-, 3-bed rooms with all amenities;
horse rental;
transportation services on the route;
transfer: Mineralnye Vody — "Audin El" — Mineralnye Vody;
services of an instructor-guide in equestrian tourism.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody and back;
private transfer;
excursions not included in the tour program;
meals not specified in the program;
entrance tickets to cultural and recreation facilities outside the tour program;
the surcharge for 1-bed accommodation is 6,000 rubles / the entire period of the tour.

It's important to know

The key to a successful and pleasant passage of the program routes is the right shoes and clothes:

Trousers are loose, cotton, without internal seams (jeans are uncomfortable and rub the skin);
windproof waterproof hooded jacket (not very bright, not rustling);
water tank;
swimwear and outfits for photo shoots;
personal first aid kit and insect repellent (if necessary);
shoes with a grooved sole for easy movement on horseback and on the ground;
a raincoat (preferably not a disposable one) or a membrane jacket;
Sunglasses and cream: the sun is very active in the mountains;
track suit;
a warm jacket;
trekking backpack of 25-30 liters and a "seat";
elastic bandage.

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Localities, arrival and departure times	Name of the accommodation facilities	Planned tourist services. Names of excursions, with a list of the main objects of the show	Intra-route transportation
13:00 Meeting at Mineralnye Vody airport 16:00 Arrival at the Aydin El Tourist Complex	Aydin El Tourist Complex	meeting with the instructor, safety briefing, several riding lessons, welcome dinner	Bus - 18/20 local
10:00 Exit to the Route 17:00 Return to the Aydin El Tourist Complex	Aydin El Tourist Complex	Horseback riding in the Arba-kol tract, dinner at the tourist complex, dry rations on the route	Horses/horse
10:00 Exit to the route 15:00 Transfer to the airport / railway	Departure from the Aydin El Tourist Complex	Horseback riding along the river gorge to the cheese caves and narzans, lunch at the tourist complex	Horses/horse, Bus - 18/20 local