Weekend in the saddle. Autumn and winter equestrian tour in the Caucasus

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A weekend equestrian tour that 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 River — Arba-Kol along amazing trails surrounded by the pristine nature of the mountainous Caucasus.

The tour is available on request only.

Location

G. Mineralnye Vody

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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)

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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

Combine training sessions with exciting educational excursions

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Mineralnye Vody, an 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 Gum-Bashi mountain pass to enjoy the spectacular views of the Caucasus Mountains.
If the heavenly chancellery decides otherwise 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 comfortable 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 equestrian 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 River — Arba-Kol, which in translation from Karachay means "a gully where you can enter by arba".
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 departure on the route;
13:00 lunch on the route;
17:00 return to 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 narzan Mara spring. Departure
Today, after having a hearty breakfast, you will have to consolidate your riding skills and master the types of horse riding.
Our small caravan of dashing horsemen 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 for home and transfer to Mineralnye Vody.
Group transfer at 15:00 from the accommodation, estimated arrival time in Mineralnye Vody around 18:00.
Timing of the day:
09:00 breakfast;
10:00 departure on the route;
14:00 lunch;
15:00 transfer to the airport or 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 a good physical shape

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 tour is conducted individually on request. The price is calculated individually based on the number of people in the application.

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

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Tour conditions

Group

From 1 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 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 — "Aydin El" — Mineralnye Vody;
the 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 recreational facilities outside the tour program;
the surcharge for 1-bed accommodation is 7,500 rubles/ the entire tour period.

It's important to know

The key to a successful and enjoyable passage of the program routes is the right choice of 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;
hiking mug (optional);
swimwear and outfits for photo shoots;
personal first aid kit and insect bite repellent (if necessary);
shoes with fluted soles 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;
warm jacket;
trekking backpack of 25-30 liters and a "seat";
elastic bandage.

Dates and Prices

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Individual dates available on request

1 Oct, 2026 – 20 Mar, 2027

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5 – 7 Jun 3 days 2 nights

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12 – 14 Jun 3 days 2 nights

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19 – 21 Jun 3 days 2 nights

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26 – 28 Jun 3 days 2 nights

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3 – 5 Jul 3 days 2 nights

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10 – 12 Jul 3 days 2 nights

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17 – 19 Jul 3 days 2 nights

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24 – 26 Jul 3 days 2 nights

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31 Jul – 2 Aug 3 days 2 nights

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7 – 9 Aug 3 days 2 nights

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14 – 16 Aug 3 days 2 nights

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21 – 23 Aug 3 days 2 nights

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28 – 30 Aug 3 days 2 nights

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4 – 6 Sep 3 days 2 nights

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11 – 13 Sep 3 days 2 nights

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18 – 20 Sep 3 days 2 nights

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25 – 27 Sep 3 days 2 nights

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2 – 4 Oct 3 days 2 nights

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9 – 11 Oct 3 days 2 nights

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16 – 18 Oct 3 days 2 nights

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23 – 25 Oct 3 days 2 nights

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30 Oct – 1 Nov 3 days 2 nights

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Anastasia

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31 Oct, 2025

The organization was excellent, everything was well planned, and all the information was up-to-date and provided on time.
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Valeria

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5 Oct, 2025

Excellent tour organization!!!
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Alexandra Kroitoru

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14 Apr, 2025

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Everything was perfect

Localities, arrival and departure times	Name of the placement objects	The names of the excursions, with a list of the main objects of the display	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 horse riding lessons, welcome dinner	Bus — 18/20 local
10:00 Departure on the route 17:00 Return to the Aydin El tourist complex	Aydin El Tourist Complex	Horseback riding in Arba-kol tract, dinner at the tourist complex, dry ration on the route	Horses/horse
10:00 Departure on the route 15:00 Transfer to the airport / railway station	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