The Mountain Altai was the cradle for many nations. Tribes of Scythes, Huns and Turks starting from that area spread around the endless territories of Eurasia. Many archaeological objects were found here and these discoveries on their historical and cultural values occupy an important part in the World Cultural Heritage. Ancient barrows and rock paintings, interesting legends, mountain lakes with clean water, speedy mountain streams and snow peaks are waiting for the traveler on this route. Making acquaintance of the unique cultural traditions of Altai people allows the traveler to get a deep insight into the past to feel the connections between times and to understand the beauty of the presence. The way from Novosibirsk to Verkhiy Uymon village is similar to the route of the Central Asia expedition of Nikolay Rerikh (1925 - 1928).
Departure from Gorno-Altaysk airport at 11.00 a.m. (local time, the difference with Moscow + 4 hours)/ Meals on the road by yourself. On the way, a visit to the cheese factory "Manor Three A", a tea time with testing of 27 types of cheese. Meals on the road by yourself. On the way, a visit to the cheese factory "Manor Three A", a tea time with testing of 27 types of cheese. Arrival in the base camp next to Denisov caves
auto
200 km
dinner in cafe
The caves are named after a hermit Dennis who lived here in XVIII century. This cave contains the most ancient archeological findings in the region and consists of more than 20 cultural layers from different periods of Human History. The cave is included into the UNESCO World Heritage list. A visit to the "Museum" cave is a good opportunity to get acquainted with the mysterious subterranean world and to see the sculptural masterpieces made of stalactites and stalagmites. The traveler can get a touch of complete darkness and silence and immerse into the great realm of subterranean grottos and enigmatic labyrinths.
by car, on foot, speleo
12 km, 2 km, 0.85 km
breakfast and dinner in a cafe, lunch - picnic
hotel
Transfer to the Karakol village. Walking to the third waterfall (along the way a simple pass - 1200m). Lunch at the third waterfall. Return to the Denisova Cave (along the way, a tour of the cascade of waterfalls, the gorge of the Shinok River). Flowing through a narrow gorge, the Shinok River forms a spectacular cascade of several waterfalls from 3 to 60 m high. The path to the waterfall passes through the territory of the state landscape reserve.
auto,on foot
18 km, 15 km
breakfast and dinner in a cafe, lunch - picnic
hotel
Visit to the Ust Kan cave on the way. Here an ancient site of a stone age man was found. These archeological findings are kept in the Hermitage museum now. A captivating excursion to the Ethnographical museum in the Mendur-Sokkon village. The travelers learn about the religious and cultural traditions of Altai people. Banya (for extra payment).
auto, on foot
313 км 1 км
Cooking on fire
wooden lodge
Excursion to the Red Mountain (on UAZ or GAZ-66)Spectacular views of the mountains, alpine meadows, 3 mountain lakes - the lower, middle and upper. Lower and middle lake connected by a beautiful waterfall. Picnic on the bottom lake.
auto, on foot
100 km, 2-5 km
breakfast and dinner in a cafe, lunch-picnic
ECO TC Altair
The Koksa River is surrounded by beautiful mountains covered with dense forest. The rafting begins from the village Tyuguryuk and ends in the village Ust-Koksa. Raging Shiver, majestic mountains, the place where the On the rafting lunch is organized, you can relax on the river bank, enjoy the beautiful views, and to swim.
auto, rafting
30 km, 40 km
breakfast and dinner in cafe, lunchbox
ECO TC Altair
Transfer to Multa-Maralnik. Travelers go by GAZ-66 along Multa river. They come up to Lower Multa Lake with extremely clean water and a pebble shore. When the weather is still, the mirror-like surface of the lake reflects clouds drifting in the blue sky and the peaks of surrounding mountains. Situated at the altitude of 1710 meters the Lower Multa Lake favors the traveler with the clean mountain air, calmness and the touch of nature. Walking distance to the Middle Multin Lake. Picnic time. Return to Ust-Koksa for dinner.
GAZ-66
106 km
Breakfast and dinner in cafe, lunch - cooking on fire
ECO TC Altair
After breakfast checkout at 12.00. Lunch. After lunch – excursion to Verkhniy Uymon village, which is one of the oldest villages in the Ust-Koksinsky area. The village was founded by Old Believers about 300 years ago. It has two museums: Local History Museum named after N.K. Roerich and Old Belief Museum. After the excursions, departure to Gorno-Altaisk at 03.00 p.m. Arrival time 09.00 p.m. Hotel accommodation (by yourself) Recommended hotels: "Lyubimyi" (S. Maima), "Igman" (Gorno-Altaysk). Transfer to the airport by yourself. Taxi Maxim +7 (38822) 2-44-44 (Estimated cost 200 rubles).
auto
325 km
breakfast, lunch in a cafe, dinner on the way by yourself
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Departure time from Gorno-Altaysk– 11.00 a.m. local time |
Arrival time in Gorno-Altaysk – about 09.00 p.m. local time |
Tour price is Included:
- full board (except the meal during the transfer)
- excursions per program with entrance fees
- accomodation in the wooden houses during the trip
- transfer from Novosibirsk/Barnaul to the starting point of the route and back to Novosibirsk/Barnaul
- guides/interpreters
- special equipment
- insurance
- transfer on GAZ-66 to lower Multinskoe lake
- border permit
- visa invitation
Tour price is not included:
- airtickets
- consular fees for visa
For extra payment:
- meeting at the airport
- accommodation in hotels in Novosibirsk or Barnaul
- meeting at the airport
- accommodation in hotels in Novosibirsk
- warm jacket
- rain gear
- trekking boots, trainers and slippers
- track-suit and warm hat
- 2 - 3 T-shirts, shorts
- 4 pairs of simple socks and 2 pairs of warm ones
- cap and sun-glasses
- bathing suit
- flashlight, knife, matches, electric batteries
- personal tableware
- personal hygiene utensils
Please keep in your mind!
For entry in the Ust-Koksinsky district, foreign citizens must provide some relevant documents to cross the border zone, 60 days prior the proposed date of entry!
Foreign citizens should submit the following documents to travel agency:
- copy of passport
- address
- phone number
- information on the work site (name, address, phone number)
Altair-tour, Novosibirsk © 2015
Tour operator number:
MT3 000316
