Winter Horse Journey in the Urals
Description:
Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of the Ural Mountains during our Winter Horse Journey in the Urals. This unique tour will give you the opportunity to explore both the highlands and the foothills of the Southern Urals, as well as immerse yourself in a variety of locations, enjoy communication with beautiful horses and get acquainted with the traditions of the mining village and the Bashkir village.
Tour programme
1 day
Transfer from Ufa. Sledge riding in the vicinity of the village of Kaga
10.00 local time (difference with Moscow time + 2 hours) in Ufa the central entrance of the UFA Department Store (October Avenue, 31). Group transfer to Kaga (300 km).
Estimated time of arrival: 14.30.
Accommodation at the tourist base "Tengri" (2-seat room in the domed house).
Lunch at the Tengri tourist base.
Introducing the harness. Training in horse management skills in a sled. Introductory radial equestrian ride in the vicinity of the village, with a visit to observation and viewpoints (duration ~ 2 hours, ~ 6 km). Perhaps, for an additional fee, riding a horse.
Dinner at the Tengri camp.
2 days
A visit to the horseyard. Tour of Kaga village. Pelmeni pelmeni
Breakfast at the Tengri camp.
“Village troubles”: a visit to the equestrian courtyard.
The peculiarity of our tour is that you are fully involved in the process of preparing horses for a walk, under the guidance of an experienced instructor, you yourself will harness the horse and prepare the sled for the trip, you will see what distinguishes cats from sleds and boxes.
Horse riding in the vicinity of the village, visiting observation and viewpoints (duration ~ 3 hours, ~ 8 km). Perhaps, for an additional fee, riding a horse.
Lunch at the Tengri tourist base.
Excursion "History of Kaga village and Ural ironworks". Kaga is one of the most original villages on the territory of Bashkiria, located between two rivers - wise White and playful Kaga. The village was founded in the first half of the 18th century, in the southern part of the Ural Mountains and for several centuries has experienced a rich and interesting history: the construction of an iron factory of the Demidov dynasty and with it the rapid development of the village, the test of fire and famine after a fire, miraculous healing from typhus, etc. We will tell you how the villagers managed to preserve their color, hear their talk, learn about the holidays and customs that are celebrated only here.
The evening will be held in a friendly family atmosphere for leisurely conversations and sculpting dumplings from quality village products.
Dinner at the Tengri camp.
3 days
Horse-sled crossing along the border of the Bashkir State Reserve. bath
Breakfast at the Tengri camp.
Horse-sled crossing along the border of the Bashkir State Reserve (~ 20 km).
Feel yourself the hero of the fairy tale "Morozko", as in childhood, enjoy the opportunity to touch the coniferous paws of a tree and throw snow from them, admire the endless expanses, consider the snow-covered ridges of middle and southern Krak with pine, pine-birch and hardwood forests, enjoy the silence and sounds of the winter forest.
Departure is designed for 5-6 hours (depending on weather conditions and the preparedness of the group), a large move is expected and a long stay in the open air. Therefore, carefully consider the selection of clothes.
During the trip, lunch is planned in the winter forest among the snow-capped trees: hot food in thermoses, and, of course, warm tea, which will give strength to further admire nature.
Return to the Tengri tourist base.
White bath. Bath procedures that help relax muscles and relieve tension will give you cheerfulness, health and strength. (It is provided for a group of 5 people, if the group is smaller - a shower in a domed house is provided.)
Dinner at the Tengri camp.
4 days
A horse-sledding walk to Mount Grace. Moving to Gafuri district
Breakfast at the Tengri camp. Room clearing.
Horse-sledding walk to Mount Grace (duration ~ 3 hours, ~ 8 km).
The final trip through the beloved gaze of the surroundings: the opportunity to hone the skills of sledging, look into the brooding eyes of the horse and feed it with hay, walk along the top of a mountain more than 500 meters above sea level, take memorable photos against the background of the Krak ridges, small and large Shatak. (If you want to take this ride on horseback (for an additional fee), inform the instructor the day before.)
Lunch at the Tengri tourist base.
"At a cup of tea ..." - tasting of Bashkir honey, herbal tea and balms of local production.
Moving to Gafuri district, village Imendyashevo (245 km, travel time ~ 3.5 hours).
Arrival at Tabyn Turbage.
Accommodation in the room of the dome house.
Dinner at the Tabyn camp.
5 days
Horse-riding passage to the foot of the Ukly-kaya rock. A visit to the horseyard.
Breakfast at the Tabyn camp.
Horse crossing to the foot of the rock Ukly-kaya (~6 km).
Instruction on safety: “Rules of behavior on the route”. Introducing the harness. Winter allows you to walk along the bed of the river Zilim, so this transition will be interesting even for those who passed it in the summer, it is an opportunity to see Zilim and its surroundings in snow-white beauty. On the way we will see a salt spring that does not freeze in winter, a hanging bridge near the village of Tash-Asty. On the way back, we will see art objects that have become the hallmark of the Gafuri district: a memorial of seven arrows, a stele “In Memory of Batyrs” (“Batyrzar Rukhy”).
Lunch with elements of Bashkir cuisine.
A visit to the horseyard. You can stroke Boomer's foal, look at the leader of the herd Kuzyu, arrange a photo shoot. Also, those who wish can take part in the competition for the best hairstyle on the mane, treat horses.
Dinner at the Tabyn camp.
6 days
Excursion to the Krasnousolsky resort. Transfer to Ufa
Breakfast at the Tabyn camp.
Moving to Krasnousolsk (60 km).
Sightseeing tour at the Krasnousolsky resort, including the Tabyn chapel, the place of the appearance of the holy icon of the Tabyn Mother of God; Holy springs (mineral and healing water).
The uniqueness of the Krasnousolsk resort is that here on an area of only 15 hectares about 250 springs of mineral waters are knocked out of the bowels of the earth. Each of them differs in a set of specific microelements and has a unique effect on the human body.
Those who wish can swim in the fonts.
Lunch.
Transfer to Ufa (60 km).
Place of arrival: 31 October Avenue, Ufa Department Store. Approximate arrival by 18:00.
It's important.
Dates of arrival:
November
09.11-14.11 - 42700 rubles.
16.11-21.11 - 42700 rubles.
23.11-28.11 - 42700 rubles.
December
30.11-05.12 - 42700 rubles.
07.12-12.12 - 42700 rubles.
14.12-19.12 - 42700 rubles.
21.12-26.12 - 42700 rubles.
31.12-05.01 - 51700 rubles.
January
03.01-08.01 - 47700 rubles.
11.01-16.01 - 42700 rubles.
18.01-23.01 - 42700 rubles.
25.01-30.01 - 42700 rubles.
February
01.02-06.02 - 42700 rubles.
08.02-13.02 - 42700 rubles.
15.02-20.02 - 42700 rubles.
22.02-27.02 - 42700 rubles.
March
29.02-05.03 - 42700 rubles.
07.03-12.03 – 42700 rubles.
14.03-19.03 - 42700 rubles.
Possible surcharges
Single accommodation in the room (domed house): + 12500 rubles (5 n.)
Accommodation
(1) Tengri Turbage is a tourist complex in which the buildings of the late 19th century (the estate of the mining hospital) and modern dome houses harmoniously coexist. On the territory-detached building of the kitchen-dining room, the house of the administrator of the tourist base, baths, houses for accommodation of guests, a place for parking vehicles;
Checkout hour: 12:00. In case of availability of seats / rooms, early check-in / late departure without additional charges is possible.
Accommodation: "comfort." Dome house with a total area of 60 m2; Each dome house has 3 rooms (2-3 local) and 2 communal bathrooms. Equipment of the room: 2-3 single beds with orthopedic mattresses, cabinets / shelves for storing things, a mirror. Heating / water supply / sewerage - centralized;
Possible single accommodation in the room (for an additional fee);
(2) Tabyn is a tourist complex located near the geographical centre of Bashkiria, on the banks of the Zilim River. On the territory-detached building of the kitchen-dining room, bathhouse, domed houses for accommodation of guests, parking place for vehicles, horse yard.
Accommodation: "comfort." 2-3 room. Equipment of the room: 2-3 single beds with orthopedic mattresses, cabinets / shelves for storing things, bathroom. Heating / water supply / sewage - centralized.
Possible single accommodation in the room (for an additional fee);
Nutrition
- at the tourist base - stationary, three times a day, the cook prepares food on the base;
- on the active part - food in thermoses.
Requests for special food, including vegetarian, require prior approval from the tour operator.
Not included in the price:
Individual transfers (including air and railway tickets), self-catering, additional services in hotels, alcoholic beverages, a luggage tray, additional excursions (including activities, baths), souvenirs.
Age of tourists:
16 years and older. Children from 10 years old are allowed on the route, accompanied by parents.
Route length:
The length of horse-sled crossings on the route: 48 km. These distances are approximate.
The length of roads is 750 km.
Level of difficulty
• The tour is designed for unprepared tourists.
• The tour does not require participants to exercise * We consider applications from 2 tourists.
• For organized groups, the tour can be held on any dates in agreement with the tour operator.
Persons in need of treatment and constant medical supervision are not recommended to travel along tourist routes.
Equipment supplied:
Horse harness, horse riding poncho.
For an additional fee, you can rent at the tourist base: valenki, tourist skis, snowmobiles "Polaris" with equipment.
Escort:
On the route, a group (up to 15 people) is accompanied by 1 guide-instructor, providing comfort and safety.
List of recommended personal equipment (don’t forget):
Backpack/bag; warm headdress covering the ears; "ladder x / b", covering the forehead, nose and mouth from wind and frost; scarf; wet mittens (or 2 pairs per change); 2-3 pairs of wool socks; comfortable warm outerwear, not restricting movement; warm tracksuit / fleece suit; wool tights; replaceable set of thermal underwear.
Follow the principle of multi-layered clothing.
To visit the bath: swimsuit / floats, slates.
Remember: Personal hygiene items (washing kit (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap), comb, bath towel, personal first aid kit, flashlight, photo/video equipment (in a waterproof case), charger or external battery (Powerbank) for the phone.
Carefully consider the choice of shoes: warm and allows you to move along winter forest trails (excursions to natural sites).
You must have personal documents with you, as well as a compulsory health insurance policy.
Tourists on notice.
The average air temperature in the winter months in the Southern Urals (on the territory of Bashkortostan) is at night -15,-25 ° C, in the afternoon -10, -20 ° C. In order not to spoil the impressions of outdoor activities, be more attentive to the selection of personal equipment. Experience suggests that valenki – still vital Russian winter shoes!
It's important.
It is necessary to arrive at the meeting place at the appointed time, otherwise the responsibility for joining the group lies entirely with the tourist. The tourist independently provides luggage for loading into vehicles. The price includes transportation of standard baggage along the route. The most convenient for the main luggage will be a backpack / transport bag up to 70 liters. Weight no more than 20 kg. Traveling with a suitcase on wheels in natural terrain is less convenient. Dimensions of the suitcase 65x40x25 cm. Additional baggage, baggage in excess of the established dimensions, is accepted for transportation only if there is free space in the luggage compartment of the transport. The free space in the luggage compartment is determined by the driver when boarding, taking into account the total number of Passengers in the transport.
The price includes:
Transfer (depending on the selected program), accommodation (2 seats), 3 meals a day, work of staff, grooms and instructors, rental of equipment and horses, excursions and baths (according to the program), accident insurance in the amount of 50,000 rubles.