Trekking in Altay - Travel to the country of White Water

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Tour Name

Travel to the country of White Water (#39), Trekking

Location

Russia, Altay

Route

Chuyski Trakt, Katun River

Tour Type

Trekking, class: Medium, effort required: Easy

Price per person / per group

Tours	Travel to the country of White Water
Prices	USD 570.00

Price per person per day

USD 47.50

Price Comments

The pice includes: - full board (except the meal on the way) - excursions per program with entrance fees - transfer from Novosibirsk to the starting point of the route and back to Novosibirsk - guides/interpreters - special equipment when needed - insurance - invitation letter for Russian visa For extra payment: - meeting at the airport - accommodation in hotels in Novosibirsk

Max Group Size

10 persons

Trekking size

96 meters (mile?)

Duration

12 days

Included

Accommodation,

camp and tent

Meals

- full board (except the meal on the way)

Transport

mini-bus

Description

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)

Itinerary

Day 1. Transfer Novosibirsk – Denisov caves. Departure from Novosibisk at 06.00 p.m. local time. Day 2. Arrival in the base camp next to Densov caves. 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. Radial excursion to the nearby low mountain (1314 m) with the beautiful panoramic view on the top. Overnight in tents. Day 3. Radial excursion to Shinok waterfall that is a system of several waterfalls ranging from 3 to 60 meters. Pressed into the narrow gorge the Shinok river finds its way through the rocky barriers and rushes down, creating an enchanting sight of stooping streams and sparkling mist of water drops. Day 4. 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. Day 5. Transfer to Tyungur settlement. 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. Day 6. Rafting down the impetuous Katun river - the most famous river in the Altai. Radial excursion to the ancient stone monuments next to the Tyurgunda river. Transfer to Multa-Maralnik village. Day 7. Captivating trip through the cedar and lurch forest to extremely beautiful and grand lakes, hidden among the mountains of Katun ridge. The travelers go up the Multa river to the camping site on a river bank. From this point a beautiful view on surrounding snow mountains unfolds before the travelers. Day 8. Radial excursion to the mountain lake Kyuguk with milky-white water which like a mirror reflects the surrounding rocky peaks. Relaxation under the centuries-old, grand cedars next to the beautiful and majestic Kyuguk waterfall (25 meters). Day 9. Radial excursion to the Multa Lake. The lakes are situated at the altitude of 1710 - 1780 meters and impresses the traveler with their still mirror-like surface and clean water. The trail goes over the isthmus, made up of huge stones, between the Low and the Middle lakes. The water rushes through this natural barrier, called "Shumy" (Noises), and calms down on the flat surface of the Low Multa lake. Multa lakes are included into the list of nature wonders of the Altai region. Day 10. Coming back to Multa Maralnik village. Relaxation.. Day 11. After the lunch an excursion to the old village of Verhniy Uymon that was founded by the religious group of old-believers more that 300 years ago. The main sightseeing in the village is its two museums: Ethnographical one and the museum of Old-Believers’ traditions. There are three exhibitions in the Ethnographical museum. The first one describes the history of the village, the second one is dedicated to the archeological findings in the area and household utensils of Altai people, the third one tells the travelers about the Altai expedition of Rerikh family in 1926. Leaving for Seminsky pass, the highest point (1894 m) of the famous Chyusky Tract. Day 12. Transfer Seminsky pass – Novosibirsk

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