Caucasus 10-day Mototour on a BMW R 1250 GS

Caucasus 10-day Mototour on a BMW R 1250 GS in Sochi, Russia

Duration

10 days

Languages

English, Russian

Mototour is an unforgettable journey through the most picturesque places of the North Caucasus on a circular route with a start and finish in Sochi. Already from the first days it will be saturated with breathtaking views. We will visit iconic sights and get acquainted with the national traditions and culture of the locals. We will walk around Pyatigorsk and Kislovodsk. We will climb the highest mountain in Europe - Elbrus. We will drive through the picturesque plateaus to the Black Sea and finish in its pearl - Sochi.

Day 1. Arrival in Sochi, hotel accommodation.

In the afternoon meeting of the participants and accommodation in a hotel in Adler, a walk in the Olympic Park, a welcome dinner, getting to know the group.

Day 2. Adler - Adygea, Lago-Naki plateau (410 km)

After breakfast, we will receive the motorcycles booked in advance, hold a pre-launch briefing and begin our journey. We will take the direction along the Black Sea coast along the famous Sochi serpentine towards Tuapse. Further, having overcome the Shaumyansky pass of the Caucasus Range, we will arrive at the amazing Lago-Naki plateau, which has more than 2000 caves and is famous for its alpine meadows. In the evening we will visit the Granite Canyon and the Big Azish Cave.

Day 3. Lago-Naki Plateau - Dombay (370 km)

Today we will drive to the small resort town of Dombay, located at the foot of the mountainous territory of Dombay, along picturesque secondary roads. On the way, we will make stops at breathtaking viewing platforms. In the evening we will take the cable car up Mount Moussa-Achitara. At an altitude of 3200 meters we can see a wonderful panorama of all the nearby mountains.

Day 4. Dombay - Dzhily-Su - Kislovodsk (320 km)

In the morning we will leave the hospitable Dombai and through the Gum-Bashi pass with the most beautiful views we will head to the Dzhily-Su tract along one of the most picturesque roads of the Caucasus, and of all of Russia as a whole. After that we will return by the same road to the resort city of Kislovodsk, where we will walk along Kurortny Boulevard and have dinner with local dishes.

Day 5. Kislovodsk - Elbrus (210 km)

After breakfast and plenty of walking along the Kislovodsk health paths, we move on. On this day, the Baksan Gorge awaits us, striking in its views. It will lead us to the southern foot of the highest mountain in Europe - Elbrus.

Day 6. Elbrus, rest day

Today we will take a break from motorcycles and spend this time on Elbrus. We will take the opportunity to climb with a cable car to a height of 3847 meters. If desired, on a snowcat or snowmobiles, we can reach a height of 5000 meters. We are waiting for beautiful panoramic views! If the weather permits, we will go snowboarding, skiing or horseback riding.

Day 7. Elbrus - Chegem Gorge - Pyatigorsk (260 km)

Having inhaled plenty of clean mountain air, we again saddle our iron horses. Today we are waiting for the pearl of Kabardino-Balkaria - Chegem waterfalls. After seeing this iconic sight, we will head to the handsome Pyatigorsk, which, as you know, is spread among high mountains and wide plains. After checking into the hotel, we will take a walk around the city, look at the Flower Garden Park, the Lermontov baths and the famous Proval. In the evening we will have dinner at one of the local authentic restaurants.

Day 8. Pyatigorsk - Goryachiy Klyuch (450 km)

We will continue our movement to the west and our goal will be the balneological resort town of Goryachiy Klyuch. It is spread out on the banks of the Psekups River, between the Pshaf and Kotkh ridges. The city is known for its thermal healing springs, the water temperature in which reaches +60 degrees Celsius. This is the most beautiful corner of the North-Western Caucasus, with picturesque landscapes and numerous natural attractions.

Day 9. Goryachiy Klyuch - Adler (270 km)

Today is the final driving day of our trip. Having descended to the coast in the Dzhubga region, we will take the direction along the Black Sea coast along the serpentines to Sochi itself. We will drive to Mount Akhun with stunning panoramic views of Sochi, the Black Sea and the mountains. In the evening we will check into a comfortable hotel on the shore and go to a farewell dinner.

Day 10. Departure from the hotel, flight home

After breakfast and a walk along the embankment, we leave the hotel and fly home.

It is possible to choose a different motorcycle model or tour on your own motorcycle.

Highlights: Sochi, Elbrus, Kislovodsk, Dombay.

Duration: 10 days and 9 nights. Departure: 14-23 May. Includes: transfer from / to Sochi airport, accommodation in 3 * - 4 * hotels (double occupancy, 9 nights), breakfasts in hotels, accompaniment by a leading guide on a motorcycle; excursions, memorable souvenirs from the organizer. Optional: interpreter. Excludes: airfare and/or other transport to the meeting place of the group, meals(except for breakfast), fuel costs.

Please note: security deposit for a rented motorcycle - 50 thousand rubles. It is possible to choose a different motorcycle model or tour on your own motorcycle.

Payment policy: 30% deposit is required at the moment of booking. Full payment must be made no later than 30 days before the start of the tour.

Cancellation policy: 30% cancellation fee will be charged if booking is cancelled 60 days prior to the event. 50% cancellation fee will be charged if booking is cancelled 30-60 days prior to the event. 100% cancellation fee will be charged if booking is cancelled 30 days or less prior to the event.