Mystical Altai and Wonders of Taiga of Eastern Kazakhstan 4 DAYS

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Mystical Altai and Wonders of Taiga of Eastern Kazakhstan 4 DAYS

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Far in East, at the foot of regal Altai mountains exists a hidden gem of culture and history. A small village called Poperechnoye froze in time offering an opportunity to steep in old tales and whispers, ancient traditions and life of centuries long gone. A guest house-museum “Art of ISBA” immerses the travellers into the culture of Old Believers, whose descendants are still present. This is not a museum where you can only look but no touch. Try your hand at using old household items, make a central clay stove work.

This 250 year old taiga village is the place to escape the rush of a city. Surrounded by mountains, with smells of the forest and sounds of the birds, it’s a chance to reflect and shake the tiredness from your bones. Healthy and fresh food from the garden, local culture and arts, natural wonders - all of it and much more is at your disposal.

Activity location

Oskemen
- Oskemen, Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan

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Oskemen
- Oskemen, Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan

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Mystical Altai and Wonders of Taiga of Eastern Kazakhstan 4 DAYS in English

4d
Opening hours: Thu 6:00-23:30
English

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Language options: English

Price details

S$2,475.89 x 1 AdultS$2,475.89

Total

Until Wed, 19 Nov

Activity itinerary

Day 1:

2 stops
Meals: lunch, snacks

Oskemen

09:00 - 11:00 - We start our journey in Ust-Kamenogorsk and move to Ridder (130 km). As we drive, colours get brighter and sounds of nature fill the space; mountains tower over the region and forests rustle-whisper some ancient secrets.

Ridder

Along the way, the colours of nature will open more and more brightly, the mighty forests will spread more and more, the mountains will stretch higher and higher 12: 30–13: 00 Check-in at the ISBA Art House-Museum. The beginning of the excursion around the artIZBA house-museum, smoothly turning into a traditional village lunch, acquaintance with the history, life, household items of peasants of the late 19th century, the central exhibit is a single copy in the village and a working clay and clay oven.Excursion around the village and its surroundings. A leisurely walk through the village.leisurely ascent to the mountain (height difference is not more than 100 m), where on one side you will meet the mountain "Nikolaichi", on the other - "Nichikha".On the way, panoramic views of the village, Ivanovsky ridge, the beauty of the taiga will open. 17:30 - 19:00 Traditional village bath, located next to the guest house, the path to which runs past the cosy village chapel.

Day 2:

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks

Poperechnoye

09:00 - 10:00 - Wake up to a breakfast prepared with homemade dairy products and honey to make the rest of the day exciting. 10:00 - 18:00- Most of the day will be spent in travelling through taiga. Our choice is the route “Zapovedniye Dali” in the West Altai State Nature Reserve. Along the way we will enjoy amazing views of the reserve and the ranges of the western Altai from a bird’s-eye view, get acquainted with wild nature, and see a 400 year old cedar tree, that makes wishes come true if we are to believe stories. Once we climb the peak Panorama at the rocky ridge “Bastion” a picnic will await us near a historical building of 1942 year (triangulation point) A combination of good food and panoramic view will make this moment special. This journey will be compromised of 30 km driving in a car and 5.1 km of walking. 18:00-19:00- It’s time to return to the guest hut and visit the village banya once more to wash away the fatigue of an exciting but tiring day. 19:00 - 20:00 - Dinner

Day 3:

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks

Oskemen

08:00-09:00-breakfast 09:00-15:00-The last full day is dedicated to exploring a mysterious mountain lake Rodon, popularly known as Podbelkovoe.stops for capturing beautiful views and a short taiga picnic rest, we will walk 11 km along the road through mountain passes and bypassing 7 fords of mountain streams. 15:00-16:00-Lunch made on fire and spectacular views on the lake please the eyes. 16:00-18:00-The surroundings of Rodon lake are fascinating and keep the remnants of human touch. Two galleries, like two eyes, watch the tourists from a huge mountain, traces of the kitchen basement and barracks are still visible. The grey stumps of the former power transmission poles line up in in direction to the galleries. But nature takes back what belongs to it - the buildings disappear at the time of blooming under the cover of flowers and plants; and in ten years there will be just a glade of aquilegia and blueberries. 18:00-19:00-bath. 19:00-Dinner

Day 4:

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Not included

Oskemen

10:00 - 11:00 - You will enjoy the last country breakfast of this tour and get ready to part with this picturesque place. 11: 00 - 12:00 - The hostess of the guest house will offer you to make your own charms for good luck and a safe trip home. Apart from that you will have a final chance to experience the village, say your goodbyes, and get prepared to leave. 12:00 - 13:00 - As we drive to Ridder, once again serene nature passing outside the car windows will capture your eyes. 13: 00 - 14:30 - On the way from Ridder to Ust-Kamenogorsk we stop at the village of Cheremshanka and visit the village market. There you can buy natural taiga products: jam, medicinal tinctures and coniferous oils, herbs and roots, salted mushrooms and other goods. (B, L)

Location

Activity location

Oskemen
- Oskemen, Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Oskemen
- Oskemen, Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan

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