Lower Blue Lake is the deepest karst lake in Russia and the second deepest in the world! There are no tributaries to the lake, but a stream flows out. The water in it is cold, about 9 degrees all year round and in all levels. Fish is not found in it due to the low salinity of the water. The water is blue and completely transparent, the smooth water surface reflects the sky and the surrounding landscape. Time seems to freeze here, and the feeling of reality just leaves. The lake is beautiful in any weather and season. Shrouded in secrets and legends. A special charm to this place is given by a pair of swans living here. Around the lake there is a colorful local market with many souvenirs and handicrafts. Many small cafes have also been organized, a diving center has been built.

After taking memorable photos and admiring the landscapes, we will go further to the Cherek gorge, along which we can take a fascinating walk and listen to the guide’s stories about the history of this place.

Our way will pass along the serpentine, up to the tunnel in the Cherek gorge. One of the most breathtaking stages of the tour is a walk along the old road, which is carved right into the sheer cliff. It is here that the power of nature and the power of the river are clearly felt. After the tunnel, the road to the Zylki fortress begins. A unique fortress leaning against a sheer cliff like some kind of bird’s nest. It is from here that the huge ancient defensive system begins, which was built back in the Middle Ages, the tower of the Balkarovs, Amir Khan, Kurnayat, and other amazing monuments of the past. We will plunge into the times of wars and battles, brave men and traitors, hear many stories and legends about the people of these places.

After a fascinating walk along the gorge, we will go to Upper Balkaria. A comfortable bus will take us to a mountain village, where we will have lunch, a walk to the Abayev Tower, incredibly beautiful photos and mysterious stories. Next, we are driving for the thermal hot springs in Aushiger, after bathing we will go home.

A small mountain village is an amazing combination of the beauty of the nature of the region, the hospitality of the locals and the breath of antiquity. Everything here is imbued with originality and ancient. You will experience incredible sensations in the place where the rivers Cherek Balkarsky and Ishkirti merge. It’s just indescribable! The village with a completely undeveloped tourist infrastructure is very popular among tourists; there are several ancient sights of the republic here.

A unique object, a gift from nature itself, is located on the outskirts of the village Augisher. More than 70 years ago, during geological exploration, thermal springs were discovered here. The locals have built bathing areas there. To date, a large modern complex for recreation and rest has been built there. Nitrogen-thermal low-mineralized hot water attracts tourists and local residents. It contains in its composition chlorine, sodium, potassium, bicarbonates. This resort has been popular for a very long time. Now there is a hotel, a recreation area, a healing lake, and open and closed baths. The springs are open to guests all year round.

We will spend about 40 minutes on the territory of the complex. For entrance to the springs, you will need to pay an additional 100 rubles per person.

Entrance to the springs is additionally paid: 100 rubles.

We will arrive back to Nalchik approximately at 18-00/19-00.