North from Kyzyl — a journey to ancient burial mounds, taiga rivers, and the traditions of Tuva. You will visit the "Valley of the Kings" archaeological complex in the Turan-Uyuk Basin—an open-air museum featuring some of the world's largest and most ancient kurgans (burial mounds). The itinerary includes a stay at a maral (deer) farm in the picturesque Elkin Klyuch natural area: enjoy mountain and steppe landscapes, free-grazing marals, antler baths, horse riding, hiking, and cycling. Guests will also have the opportunity to purchase health products derived from deer antlers. Accommodation is provided at a cozy base camp on the banks of the Biy-Khem River in a mountainous taiga region, offering boat trips, fishing, a traditional banya, and relaxation in nature. The program concludes with a vibrant show by the "Edegey" Theater of Dance and Costume—a colorful performance that reveals the history and culture of Tuva through magical imagery, national costumes, and folklore.
Day 1
«Valley of the Kings»
The Valley of the Kings archaeological complex is located in the Turano-Uyuk basin and is now an open-air museum. The complex is named after the largest and perhaps most ancient burial mounds in the world.
«Turan» maral (Siberian deer) farm
The maral farm is located in the beautiful village of Yelkin Klyuch, a closed and guarded area located in picturesque mountain and steppe areas, with a vast number of herbs and flowers, and maral herds grazing freely in the meadows. Visitors can enjoy panther baths made from natural ingredients, horseback riding, hiking, and cycling in the picturesque surroundings, and they can also purchase medicinal products made from maral antlers.
Day 2
«Bobcat» tourist camp
The camp site is located on the banks of the Biy-Khem River in a picturesque mountainous taiga area. The camp site has 7 double cabins and one large two-story house. The camp site can accommodate a total of 44-50 people. Activities include boating, hiking, fishing, and a sauna. There are also two boats that can accommodate up to 20 people.
«Edegei» Dance and Costume Theatre
The Edegei Dance and Costume Theatre presents the costume history of Tuva with a new vision and interpretation of traditional clothing. The vibrant performances include magical images of princesses and warriors, imbued with national flavor and folklore. The Edegei show takes the audience back to ancient times, infusing them with mystique and exoticism.
