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    Altay - Above the sky: a thrilling journey to the golden land.

    Altay - Above the sky: a thrilling journey to the golden land.
    Starts from

    Gorno-Altaysk

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Activities

    12

    Duration

    4 days

    Length

    489 mi

    Guide details

    Starts from

    Gorno-Altaysk

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Duration

    4 days

    Length

    489 mi

    Natural AttractionsHistory and CultureActive Leisure
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    Get in Russia

    Get in Russia

    Travel Expert

    • Journey along the Chui Trail - one of the most beautiful roads in the world according to National Geographic.
    • Visit the natural attractions of the Altai and immerse yourself in the local original culture.
    • The tranquility and serenity of the Altai mountains and lakes are real places of power.
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    The nature of the Altai is unique and diverse. You will see giant stone mushrooms, fiery Martian landscapes, endless taiga, crystal lakes that go deep into the depths of the earth, mountains hiding their peaks in the caps of clouds. And, of course, the roads beckoning beyond the horizon. Accommodation, sightseeing and catering arrangements
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    The nature of the Altai is unique and diverse. You will see giant stone mushrooms, fiery Martian landscapes, endless taiga, crystal lakes that go deep into the depths of the earth, mountains hiding their peaks in the caps of clouds. And, of course, the roads beckoning beyond the horizon. Accommodation, sightseeing and catering arrangements
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    Get in Russia

    Get in Russia

    Travel Expert

    • Journey along the Chui Trail - one of the most beautiful roads in the world according to National Geographic.
    • Visit the natural attractions of the Altai and immerse yourself in the local original culture.
    • The tranquility and serenity of the Altai mountains and lakes are real places of power.
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    Travel itinerary

    Arrival on Lake Teletskoye
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    Day 1

    108 mi

    Arrival on Lake Teletskoye

    Start in Gorno-Altaisk, the capital of the Republic of Altai, then go to the village Artybash on the shore of Lake Teletskoye. You will get acquainted with the local culture, representatives of nationalities inhabiting this land and the history of this magical region. Then comfortable boats will take you to the luxurious hotel complex "Altai Village".
    Journey along the Chui Trail
    4 Activities

    Day 2

    116 mi

    Journey along the Chui Trail

    The conquest of the Altai will begin at Cape Kyrsai. All day long your companions will be endless winding roads and fascinating alien landscapes. Stop to admire the confluence of Chulcha and Chulyshman rivers and the tract of Ak-Kurum. Through the plains and mountain passes we'll make our way to the famous Chui Trail, which is listed as one of the "10 Best Roads in the World" by National Geographic magazine.
    Conquest of the Seminsk pass
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    Day 3

    240 mi

    Conquest of the Seminsk pass

    You'll follow the Chuisky Road at the wheel and the window will change one landscape after another. You will conquer more than one pass on this day, but you will remember exactly the highest - Seminsky, the height of which is 1894 meters above sea level. At the end of the day, you will arrive at Gorno-Altaisk.
    Completion of Route
    1 Activity

    Day 4

    25 mi

    Completion of Route

    Completion of car rental in Gorno-Altaisk.
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