5 Days Trip to Republic of Kalmykia

Fast_paced Paced Adventure Friends Trip

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Itinerary
- Day 1
  - Arrival and Local Cuisine
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Arrive at Elista Airport and take a taxi to the hotel. Have traditional Kalmyk lunch at Cafe Laguna.
  - Explore Elista City
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Visit the largest Buddhist temple in Europe, the Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni. Walk around the Chess City and observe the unique architecture.
  - Dinner Time
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Taste the local Kalmyk cuisine at Cafe Tangerine.
- Day 2
  - Horseback Riding
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Enjoy horseback riding on the endless steppes of Kalmykia. Visit a nomadic family and experience their way of life.
  - Traditional Folk Performance
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Observe a traditional Kalmyk dance and music performance. Learn the art of throat singing.
  - Dinner at Kazan Mangal Grill
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Try the traditional grilled meat and fish dishes at Kazan Mangal Grill.
- Day 3
  - Visit to a Buddhist Monastery
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Visit the remote Buddhist Monastery of Burkhan Bakshin Altan Sume. Observe the unique architecture and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
  - Russian Style Banya
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Experience the traditional Russian Banya at the Banya Tsar. Relax and rejuvenate in the steam room and plunge pool.
  - Dinner at Cafe Elista
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Sample the fusion cuisine at Cafe Elista, which combines Kalmyk and Russian flavors.
- Day 4
  - Lake Manych-Gudilo Excursion
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Visit the largest salt lake in Europe, Lake Manych-Gudilo. Observe the unique flora and fauna of the region.
  - Sand Dune Hiking
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Experience the unique sand dunes of the Kalmykia desert. Hike up the dunes and enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
  - Dinner at Restaurant Zangari
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Try the Italian cuisine at Restaurant Zangari, which offers a unique fusion of Italian and Kalmyk flavors.
- Day 5
  - Russian Military Vehicles Museum
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Visit the Russian Military Vehicles Museum and see the unique collection of tanks, aircraft, and other military vehicles.
  - Kalmykian Chess Federation
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Visit the Kalmykian Chess Federation and learn about the unique chess culture of Kalmykia. Play chess with the locals.
  - Farewell Dinner at Cafe Laguna
    
    4.7 (1000+)
    Enjoy the last dinner at Cafe Laguna, and taste the traditional Kalmyk dishes.

5 Days Trip to Republic of Kalmykia

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Itinerary

Arrival and Local Cuisine

Explore Elista City

Dinner Time

Horseback Riding

Traditional Folk Performance

Dinner at Kazan Mangal Grill

Visit to a Buddhist Monastery

Russian Style Banya

Dinner at Cafe Elista

Lake Manych-Gudilo Excursion

Sand Dune Hiking

Dinner at Restaurant Zangari

Russian Military Vehicles Museum

Kalmykian Chess Federation

Farewell Dinner at Cafe Laguna