Altai Weekend : Karakol RouteType:Private
Season:May - September
Duration:4 days
Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).
Rate:from
$920 USD
per person
Destinations:Gorno-Altaisk
Chemal - Katun River Valley
Karakol Valley
Gorno-Altaisk
Do you have just a few of days to travel, but want to see and feel as much as possible? Choose Altai. In just 4 days you will see stunning mountains, unspoiled nature and wildlife, meet indigenous people, and do lots of exciting outdooractivities. If you travel im May, you will also witness one of the most beautiful natural phenomena of Altai - blooming rhododendron, known as Siberian sakura.
5 days in AltaiType:group or private
Season:May - September
Duration:5 days
Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).
Rate:from
$930 USD
per person
Destinations:Gorno-Altaisk
Chemal - Katun River Valley
Teletskoye Lake - Artybash
Gorno-Altaisk
Gorny Altai is a land like no other. Visit Chemal, where, thanks to the special microclimate, along with the majestic cedars, spruces and pines have taken root apricot, pear and plum trees ; rapid river Katun; Teletskoye Lake - UNESCO Heritage site and one of the largest fresh water reservoirs in Southern Siberia. Every day will be full of activities and adventures: rafting, ATV ride, unique Altai animals, a cruise on the clear waters of a blue lake, waterfalls. Truly amazing and unforgettable five days journey!
Golden Ring of AltaiType:Private
Season:May - September
Duration:8 days
Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).
Rate:from
$2,160 USD
per person
Destinations:Gorno-Altaisk
Chemal - Katun River Valley
Karakol Valley
Ongudai
Altai Mars
Kurai Steppe
Ulagan Pass
Katu Yaryk Pass
Chulyshman Valley
Teletskoye Lake - Artybash
Gorno-Altaisk
This tour takes you to the most picturesque wonders of nature: turquoise Katun river, secluded and harldy accessible Chulyshman valley (UNESCO Heritage Site), the Karakol Valley, the endless Kurai steppe & stunning mountains passes. You will travel along Chuysky Trakt, one of the world's top 10 most beautiful roads, to reach the red Mars terrains, experience a stay in "ail" , and cross Lake Teletskoye, the largest in Altai, by a ferry - because there is now other way to travel the lost world which has no roads... Be careful, those who come here once, always return.
Altai Weekend: Teletskoye LakeType:group or private
Season:May - September
Duration:4 days
Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).
Rate:from
$680 USD
per person
Destinations:Gorno-Altaisk
Chemal - Katun River Valley
Teletskoye Lake - Artybash
Gorno-Altaisk
If you need a break, travel to Altai and discover the Siberian Riviera. This long weekend is specially designed for those who are short in time, but want to explore a range of activities and highlights. We will drive, trek & raft the most beautiful mountains, valleys, lakes and rivers. Trip fits kids from 6 y.o.
The Best of Siberia: Altai and BaikalType:Private
Season:April - October
Duration:14 days
Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).
Rate:from
$3,960 USD
per person
Destinations:Irkutsk
Lake Baikal
Novosibirsk
Altai
Partake of a Siberian life. This extraordinary journey will take you to special and remote destinations. First, explore the grandeur of the world's largest, deepest and oldest freshwater Lake Baikal. Then, take a ride on a famous Trans-Siberian Express to reach mighty Altai Mountains, to see wonders of nature, explore ancient indigenous cultures and experience true Siberian hospitality. We travel light and fast to see the most remarkable places all around Altai. For trekking/expedition options, please inquire.
Altai HighlightsType:Private
Season:May - September
Duration:6 days
Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).
Rate:from
$1,530 USD
per person
Destinations:Gorno-Altaisk
Chemal - Katun River Valley
Karakol Valley
Ongudai
Altai Mars
Kurai Steppe
Ulagan Pass
Katu Yaryk Pass
Gorno-Altaisk
What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear "Altai"? Snowy mountain peaks? Yes, but there is so much more in this alluring land of picturesque valleys and endless steppes, home of unique cultures and cold mountain rivers ideal for rafting. This 6-day classic retreat tour to magnificent Altai is a pitch perfect when you need some time for yourself - or want to enjoy a kid-friendly fun holiday and have quality time with the family. Chat our travel experts to customize your travel to Altai.
Siberia: The Snow AdventuresType:Private
Season:December - March
Duration:12 days
Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).
Rate:from
$3,500 USD
per person
Destinations:Gorno-Altaisk
Teletskoye Lake - Artybash
Gorno-Altaisk
Irkutsk/Lake Baikal
Maloe Sea
Irkutsk
Taiga, lakes, steppes and mountains. The huge sun sets behind the mountain ridge and paints it in the brightest colors. The phone will have time to show you that the side is minus 35 degrees, after which it will turn off - under such weather conditions it withstands less than a minute. Welcome to winter Siberia. Where there are no roads in the summer, a storm, stones and an all-terrain vehicle will not pass, a snowmobile, hivus boat and husky dogs will do in the winter. Welcome to the whole new world.
Altai MagicType:Private
Season:May - September
Duration:6 days
Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).
Rate:from
$1,850 USD
per person
Destinations:Gorno-Altaisk
Chemal - Katun River Valley
Altai Mars
Kurai Steppe
Shavlinskye Lakes
Ulagan Pass
Katu Yaryk Pass
Chulyshman Valley
Gorno-Altaisk
Drive Russia's most beautiful road. Trek Russia's most beautiful lake. See Russia's only Mars landscape and Mongolia-like steppe. See sacred mountain Belukha, which Nikolay Rerich worshiped. There are so many "onlies" at Altai to see. Not Alpes, not Caucasus, Altai mountains will impress you with stunning landscapes and unspoiled nature. We have carefully selected places to stay to provide the best experience. Mind trekking distances. Click for details.
Chemal & Katun Heli TripType:group or private
Season:May - September
Duration:6 days
Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).
Rate:from
$1,510 USD
per person
Destinations:Gorno-Altaisk
Chemal - Katun River Valley
Karakol Valley
Gorno-Altaisk
Beauty of River Katun fascinates any time of the year. The color of the water changes depending on the season and weather conditions: from bright turquoise to tender white. Explore various attractions of Chemal valley stayin in the best local resorts and take a heli ride to see the stunning landscape, ridges, taigam burrowing rapids and rocky descents. Chemal is a great choice for families with kids - and we have many activities planned!
Altai Winter WondersType:Private
Season:December - March
Duration:7 days
Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).
Rate:from
$1,650 USD
per person
Destinations:Gorno-Altaisk
Teletskoye Lake - Artybash
Gorno-Altaisk
If you are not afraid of frosts, spiny blizzards and dream of a real winter with fluffy snow - then winter Altai is the pitch perfect place. Here, surrounded by mountains, you can fly on a paraglider, ride horses, throw into an ice pool and climb a snowmobile to the top of the mountain. Here you are alone with nature and the mysterious aura of the centuries-old history of the peoples of Siberia.
Aktru Valley TrekkingType:Small group
Season:June - August
Duration:8 days
Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).
Rate:from
$940 USD
per person
Southern Altai is a hidden jem of our Siberian collection. Remote and wild, this destination remains undiscovered for international travelers even in comparison to the neighbouring Mongolia. Those who endevour will find themselves in the middle of pristine natural beauty.
This drive-n-stay tour is a perfect opportunity to explore the whole Altai and to see its highlights, from pine-hardwood forests growing like a narrow strip along the valley of the Katun river, to Mongolian steppe landscapes of the Kurai crater , from mountain taiga forests to snow-ice deserts of alpine zone.
The Ukok Plateau Horse RidingType:Small group
Season:July - August
Duration:10 days
Grade:Challenging Mind the daily trekking distances and carry-on bags. Previous trekking/hiking/camping experience is highly desirable. In case of medical emergency, evacuation options are limited by helicopters only.
Rate:from
$1,650 USD
per person
The Ukok Plateau is one of the most beautiful and interesting areas in the mountains of Altai.
You will experience the real mystery of Altai and feel its ancient legends. The Ukok Plateau, which is 2,150 m above sea level, is a place where you will find an oasis of unrivalled natural beauty, peace, tranquility and no mobile coverage. And more, there are also unique archaeological sites and horses!
Altai: Swan LakeType:Private
Season:January - February
Duration:5 days
Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).
Rate:from
$1,120 USD
per person
Whooper swans wintering in Altai
Altai’s national reserve “Lebediniy” is the best place in Russia for photographing the wintering of the swans. Here, these beautiful birds gather from the very north of Western Siberia. There are plenty of unfrozen lakes and rivers—all due to the abundance of hot springs. Lake “Lebedinoe”, “Swan Lake”, remains unfrozen through the entire winter and this is the place where we will be heading for our expedition.
Altai vacations and holiday packages
Siberia is a wonderful place to embrace truly magnificent wild nature of Russia. This area is enormous (this is the biggest part of Russia). And Altai is the most picturesque and attractive place of Siberia.
The pearl of Siberia is Altai mountains (Gorny Altai). It is famous for its rapid mountain rivers, running through horizonless valleys, surrounded by rocky peaks and green hills. Here you may find undisturbed forests, where no foot trod and observe the unique plants and animals in their natural habitat.
The majority of travel destinations in the world are known by similar pictures, taken from the same perspective. If you try to find images of Altai Mountains in search systems, you will find the most beautiful photographs of great diversity of places, because Altai is special. Altai is 260 square kilometers of natural beauty.
Nature of the Altai Mountains are not just diverse, but it is extremely contrasted. Boreal forests are quickly replaced by dry steppes, low hills and mountains changes to snow-capped peaks. Rivers and lakes have colors depending on season. There are not many places in the world with such a contrasted combination of different landscapes in small area. Choose one of our ready-made tour packages or create your own custom journey. Whenever you choose to tour to Altai, you will get the most diverse and classy experience.
The Altai Mountains have been listed in the World Heritage of UNESCO under the name «Golden Mountains of Altai». A variety of nature has considerably affected on the culture and religion of the indigenous population of Mountain Altai. Altai has been passed by many peoples: the Scythians, Huns and Turks which had been leaving traces of their cultures. Mountain Altai is called an outdoor museum. Belukha Mountain is the highest peak of Siberia. The two-headed mountain has a height of 4506 meters, and its top is covered with eternal snows. Locals consider it is sacred mistress of the Altai, tourists who have once visited here are eager to return.
Tour the Ukok Plateau, the unique World Heritage site, famous for its historical and cultural heritage. It is a place of excavation of Altai princess (Princess of Ukok), a world-famous mummy founded in 1993. Ukok plateau is important environmental treasure where live many endangered species including snow leopard. Chuya highway is the traffic arterial of the Altai Territory. It is ranked fifth in the list of tenth most beautiful roads in the world. Teletskoe lake is a pearl of Altai Mountains, located in a tectonic fault, a huge reservoir of pure, icy even in summer spring water. Yet it looks like a Norwegian Fjord, abandoned in the heart of Asia. Mountain slopes covered with taiga, impassable windbreak of pine, fir, spruce and cedar fall in clear water of Teletskoe Lake.
Travel to Altai Mountains, the country of glaciers. There are 1402 glaciers of total area 910 sq. km on the territory of the Altai Mountains. Most of all is near Belukha Mountain. This part of the Altai Mountains is extremely popular among climbers and hikers. Altai is the center of Asia, geographical and cultural. Altai is an adventure zone! And we want to show it to you this way: diverse, majestic and fascinating!