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On this page you can find samples of programs we offer. We can adjust  the itinerary according to your needs (except scheduled tours). To find out more about our particular services (hotels, excursions, transfers), please visit our "Services" page.
Dates and prices for regular scheduled tours will stay same for 2003 as it was in 2002. There are 14 periods starting from May 31.

Peak Lenin tour will be run same dates and almost same itinerary as in 2002. Just one day in Bishkek at the beginning of the tour will be added. It will give participants more arrival flexibility and also it appears that we probably need one more day in case of possible luggage delivery delays. (In 2002 year 4 people from 9 had their luggage delayed)

New possibility on our 11-day Elbrus tours: You can join/leave our regular scheduled group in Mineralnye Vody airport or even in Azau lodge. In this case the cost will be lower (see 11-day tour page). 
There are still two scheduled tours in April and May for those people who want to try fresh snow (far from ordinary routes) skiing or snowboarding on Mt. Elbrus slopes (from about 4300 m down to 2000 m) as acclimatization before climbing itself (climbing day is most likely without skis because of ice on upper slopes of Mt.Elbrus).
'Lite package for independent climber' project was successful and is available in 2003. There will be some improvements. Note, this  service is available from June 1 to September 22 only, when our representative is constantly in the lodge. Other dates may be available on request, contact us beforehand..
We are planning to make general design changes throughout the web site soon and also some information will be edited and changed. Regular tour dates and prices will stay same but pages layout and logical construct will be changed. There will also be some changes in our Lite Pack offer and Customized tours. By now these changes are not set.

Scheduled Tours

bulletClimbing Mt. Elbrus - 11- day standard tour (Click here...)    

Though Mt. Elbrus is the highest summit in Europe, it is one of the more accessible peaks.  The climb is long and strenuous but not technically difficult. Pilgrim Tours uses the easiest and most popular of several routes to the summit.
Here are the periods. Note that you can extend your stay in Russia before or after the standard tour. We can provide necessary arrangements as hotels in main cities, transfers and tickets.

You can join/leave a group in Moscow, Mineralnye Vody or in Azay (Elbrus area). We will adjust the tour cost accordingly.

Period # 10 is a special period. You can join only this Elbrus tour but also we offer to extend you experience over 7 thousands meters level - we offer Peak Lenin - 7134 m. accent. Elbrus gives you better acclimatization right before this high altitude climb. Also this bundle is cheaper and saves time after all... 

11 day Standard Tour Period # Meeting in Moscow (this day is a beginning of a tour, overnight is included) Flight to Caucasus (transfer from a hotel in the morning) Flight back to Moscow (accommodation, overnight in a Moscow hotel included) Flight home (leave a hotel at check out time)
         
         
         
         
         
         
         
         
         
         
         
         
         
         

 

bullet"Elbrus Climber Friend" 11-day tour (Click here...)
Of course not everyone has the dream of getting to the top of Europe. It's normal. We offer the same itinerary as the Climbing Elbrus tour, but while your friend is gloriously conquering Mt. Elbrus you can go for a hike or shop in the Valley.  There is no reason to stay in a mountain tent or  in crowded hut for 2-3 days. Same price and dates as standard tours just tell us in advance that your are not going to climb.
 
bullet'Elbrus Ski' Standard 12-day Tour (Click here...)
Scheduled tours in April and May for those people who want to try some days fresh snow (far from ordinary routes) skiing or snowboarding from Mt. Elbrus to have fun and acclimatization before climbing itself. Many miles of unspoiled snow routes are waiting for you. Also you can try snowboarding.
Note:
no need of special (ski-touring) equipment, it may be ordinary ski equipment, but a member must be experienced in skiing - these tours are not for beginners. Also generally there is no possibility to climb Mt. Elbrus by ski. Big icy  spots will not let you go through without crampons. However you can try and leave your skis if skiing up becomes not possible.
Here are the periods. Note that you can extend your stay in Russia before or after a tour. We can provide necessary arrangements as hotels in main cities, transfers and tickets.

12 day Standard Tour Period # Meeting in Moscow (this day is a beginning of a tour, overnight is included) Flight to Caucasus (transfer from a hotel in the morning) Flight back to Moscow (accommodation, overnight in a Moscow hotel included) Flight home (leave a hotel at check out time)
         
         

Peak Lenin expedition

New this year! 
bulletFrom August 23 to September 16, 25 days. Expedition to peak Lenin 7134 m.  (Click here...) 

Peak Lenin  is considered to be one of the easiest 7000 m summits in the world. Relatively accessible and not too hard technically this mount is a good choice to expand one's high altitude experience over 7 thousands meters level.
We offer the most popular 'Achik-Tash - Razdelnaya' route for our tour. We chose late August term, because it is not so crowded at campsites and you can really enjoy the mountain and mountaineering. Also the  weather in September is more stable although average temperature is bit lower.

You can join the group in Bishkek or in Moscow. Also you can join our Elbrus scheduled group period # 10. It will end on August 21 in Moscow. You will have one and a half day for excursions relax or shopping. We fly to Bishkek on August 22 and arrive there on August 23 early in the morning. This is good choice, you can climb Elbrus, have good acclimatization for 5000 m and become acquainted with your climbing mates and guides. Being in Moscow you can purchase any missing or additional equipment. Our guides will follow the group from the beginning of Elbrus climb to the end of Peak Lenin expedition throughout.

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 US$ 1100 per person for our new customers.

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 US$ 990 per person for our friends who ever joined our standard or customized Elbrus tour.

 

Customized Tours

bulletCustomized tours (Click here...)  
You can run your private tour based on our regular itineraries or build an itinerary by yourself.
   
bulletIndependent Mt. Elbrus Climber  Lite Package (Click here...)  
If you wish to control your own destiny in Caucasus, and you want to live in your tent somewhere and do not want to spend money for our guides but you need an invitation, help with logistics  or any assistance - we can offer our Lite Package.

 

Other regions of Russia.


 We do provide tours in different parts of Russia as well as in the Caucasus, but we do not promote these tours via Internet yet. We are not able to correspond with individuals about numerous activities in Russia. However groups or travel companies are welcome to discuss the possibilities.

European part of Russia

Urals

Siberia

The Lake Baikal region

North of Russia

High Mountains

Far East of Russia

 

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