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‘Best of’ Altai Mountains Nature Tour
Overview
Discover the amazing sights and sounds of the Altai mountains first-hand with this incredible 10-day nature tour. Explore this remote picturesque location by boat, foot and even horseback. Perfect for anyone who wants to escape the busy city life and enjoys the challenges of the great outdoors. This 10-day Altai nature tour offers the ultimate camping experience with campfire dinners, thrilling sunsets from ‘Devil’s Finger’ hill, an overnight stay deep in the Altai mountains, and plenty of photo opportunities.
Camping experience at Teletskoye Lake
Horse riding experience to the ‘Devil’s Finger’
Rafting on the Katun River
Spectacular views of the glaciers in the Chuya Alps
Trip to Uch-Enmek National Park
Visit to the Legenda Park of Wooden Architecture
Itinerary
Barnaul
An industrial city situated at the confluence of the Barnaulka and Ob Rivers in the West Siberian Plain, Barnaul is the administrative center of Altai Krai, Russia. It was founded in the 18th century by the wealthy Demidov family, who intended to use the abundance of silver in the area to increase the production of copper and silver goods. It is the closest major city to the Altai Mountains and near the border with Kazakhstan.
Day 1
Arrival in Barnaul
After arriving at Barnaul airport or railway station you will meet with your guide before starting out on the journey to Lake Aya. Along the way you will stop for lunch in Biysk.
Lunch & Dinner
Arrival Transfer
Private Tour
Lake Aya
Devil’s Finger Mountain
Prominent Landscape
Free Time
Scenic Surrounds
Travel to
Altai Mountains
The Altai Mountains are situated in Central Asia between Russia, China, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia. They are best known for their unique scenic views from mountain landscapes to the Gobi Desert. The Altai region is home to a spare but diverse population consisting of native Altai people, Mongols, Russians, and Kazakhs. The area supports a rural economy of husbandry, forestry, and mining.
Day 2
Visiting a Local Apiary
After a light breakfast you will head over to a local apiary where you will get to try honey straight from the hive along with some delicious honey wine. You will then continue to Maralnik farm for lunch.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Local Apiary
honey wine
Food & Drink Experience
Maralnik farm
Prominent Landscape
Free Time
Scenic Surrounds
Travel to
Chuysky Trakt
Hailed as Siberia’s most beautiful road for its breathtaking mountain landscapes and quaint village stops along the way, the Chuysky Trakt is a road in Novosibirsk Oblast, Altai Krai and Altai Republic of Russia. The road is a length of 953km and extends across the Altai Territory to Russia’s border with Mongolia.
Day 3
Trip to Uch-Enmek National Park
After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel in Lake Aya and head south towards the Mongolian border. You will continue through Seminsky Pass and Chike-Taman Pass where you will stop for photos before visiting a local bison farm.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Seminsky and Chike-Taman Pass
Prominent Landscape
local bison farm
Uch-Enmek National Park
Scenic Surrounds
Free Time
Day 4
Travelling along the Chuysky Trakt
After having breakfast at your hotel, you will continue travelling on the Chuysky Trakt to a remote part of the Altai region where you will get to see the geyser lake, Chuya Alps and the spectacular glaciers.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Chuysky Trakt
Prominent Landscape
Geyser lake
Chuya Alps
Scenic Surrounds
Free Time
Travel to
Chemal
A popular domestic tourist destination in Russia, Chemal is a rural area and the administrative centre of the Chemalsky District in the Altai Republic, Russia. The settlement is located on the junction of the Chemal and Katun Rivers and is popular with thrill seeking tourists looking for rafting, zip-line and scenic hiking routes.
Day 5
Travelling to Chemal
After breakfast, you will leave you hotel and continue your trip to the lower Katun area where you will visit the Chemal region. You will have several chances to stop and take photos along the way as well as a stop for lunch.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Chemal region
Katun river
Prominent Landscape
Scenic Surrounds
Free Time
Day 6
Rafting on the Katun River
Enjoy a change of pace with a rafting experience on the Katun River! After breakfast, you will travel to the banks of the Katun River where you will have a 3-4-hour rafting session ending with a picnic lunch.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Katun river
rafting experience
Prominent Landscape
Scenic Surrounds
Free Time
Travel to
Teletskoye Lake
A scenic location nestled in the Altai Mountains, Lake Teletskoye is found between the mountain ridges Korbu and Al-tyntu, on the junction of the Sailughem Mountains and the Western Sayans. The lake forms part of the Altaisky Nature Reserve, and, along with the Katun Nature Reserve and the Ukok Plateau Nature Refuge, has been attributed as one of UNESCO World Natural Heritage Sites under the name “Golden Mountains of Altai”.
Day 7
Walking Tour to the Third River or Tilan-Tuu Mountain
After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel in Chemal and continue along the road to Teletskoye Lake and stop for a picnic lunch on the way.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Teletskoye Lake
Prominent Landscape
Walking Tour
Tilan-Tuu Mountain
Scenic Surrounds
Free Time
Camping experience
Day 8
Boat Trip on Teletskoye Lake
Enjoy the ultimate camping experience! Breakfast at your campsite followed by a relaxing boat trip across the lake. You will stop for a campfire lunch before heading out to the Biya River for a spot of fishing.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Teletskoye Lake
Prominent Landscape
Fishing experience
Biya River
Camping experience
Day 9
Visit the Legenda Park of Wooden Architecture
After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel in Teletskoye. Your driver will wait outside your hotel and you will begin the long journey to Barnaul. On the way, you will stop for lunch before visiting the Legenda Park of Wooden Architecture, where you will get the chance to see a variety of architectural styles found across the Altai region.
Breakfast & Lunch
Transfer
Legenda Park of Wooden Architecture
Prominent Landscape
Scenic Surrounds
Free Time
Day 10
Departure from Barnaul
After waking up bright and early, you will have a quick stop for breakfast before checking out of your hotel. Your driver will meet you outside of your hotel once you have checked-out and will take you to your chosen point of departure (airport or train station).
Breakfast
Free Time
Scenic Surrounds
Departure Transfer
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What’s included
Accommodation as part of the tour- Activities as part of the tour
- Airport / Railway Station Transfers
- All tours are COVID-19 secure and offer flexible booking options. Visit our Covid-19 information page to find out more
- English, German or French speaking guide
- Equipment rental
- Experienced local guide
- Food and drink (as mentioned in the tour itinerary)
- Recreational fees
- Russian Tourist Visa Invitation
- Translator
- Transport (as specified in the tour itinerary)
What’s not included
Alcoholic drinks- Any transport not specified in the tour
- International train / plane tickets
- Personal costs (souvenirs, additional snacks etc)
- Sauna
- Tips for drivers/guides/in restaurants
- Travel / medical insurance
- Visa processing
Travel Tips
All travellers are asked to check the vaccination requirements before travel. Visit our Vaccines and Health page to find out more- Any dietary or allergy requirements will need to be disclosed before the start of the tour
- Carrying a water bottle with you is recommended
- Medication should always be taken with you and kept on your person
- Please ensure that you keep any personal documents and valuables on your person at all times
- WIFI will be available at most of the hotels, although mobile coverage may vary in rural areas
- Your local guides will recommend stops where you can go souvenir shopping during your tour
Special notes
There are no special notes for this tour
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