Elbrus 2009 Schedule & Prices

2009 Dates
June 15 - 29, 2009  Arrive St. Petersburg 6/15. Depart Moscow 6/28
June 28 - July 12, 2009  Arrive St. Petersburg 6/29. Depart Moscow 7/12
July 12 - 26, 2009  Arrive St. Petersburg 7/13. Depart Moscow 7/26
July 26 - Aug 9, 2009  Arrive St. Petersburg 7/27. Depart Moscow 8/9

Land Costs
$5,000.00

Payments
$700.00 deposit, due with application
$4,300.00 payment due 90 days prior to departure.

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Note: Alpine Ascents offers a 10% discount for those partaking in back-to-back climbs of Mt. Elbrus and Kilimanjaro, two of the seven summits. This combination offers an excellent opportunity to save money and experience two extremely different climbs, while completing two of the seven summits.

The valuation of the Euro has increased prices 30% in the past year. We surveyed our past climbers and made some pricing and decisions based on our intent on running quality trips and results of the survey. Price Now includes all pick ups and transfers ($100 each); All excess baggage will be paid for by Alpine Ascents; Hotels upgraded to 3 stars; Snow Cats used going up the mountain are included in cost; Alpine Ascents has one of our current staff ( usually Vernon Tejas or Dave Morton) lead every trip along with pre-selected Russian guides; Multiple guides on summit day.

Land Costs Include
All transportation and lodging in Russia
Guided Tours of both Moscow and St. Petersburg
All group camp supplies, such as tents,
stoves, etc.
All Pick Ups and Transfers ($100 each) Excess Baggage Fees
All meals and lodging
All group climbing gear
All meals while trekking
All hut fees
Park fees, trekking permits and all tour fees
Guides (including American guides and multiple guides on summit day)
Snow Cat transport fees

Land Costs Do Not Include
$25 Wire Transfer Fee (If Applicable)
International airfare USA - St. Petersburg & Moscow - USA
Non-scheduled Airport Shuttles & hotels
Russian Visas
Alcoholic Beverages and bottled drinks
All expenses incurred in the event of early departure ( evac fees, transport, extra hotel nights, etc)
Personal gear
You are allowed only 20kg (44lb) for the internal flights in Russia
Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of Alpine Ascents International
Tips and gratuities
All prices and dates subject to change.

Elbrus Cancellation/Refund Policy
Note: Alpine Ascents International highly recommends trip cancellation insurance for all expeditions. Due to the nature and heavy costs of government and operator permits, Alpine Ascents International must adhere to a stringent refund policy.

Each deposit, regardless of amount, includes a $200.00 non-refundable registration fee.
Full refunds, less registration fee, will be provided 90-days prior to course, trek and/or expedition date.
50% refunds will be provided 60-89 days prior to course, trek and/or expedition date.
No refunds will be provided 59-days prior to course, trek and/or expedition date.
All refund requests must be made in writing and be received in our office within the 90-day period, as stated above.
All balances are due 90 days prior to departure date unless otherwise specified.
Participants whose balances are not received by the 90-day deadline as stated above, risk forfeiture of their place on the expedition.

Note: Alpine Ascents reserves the right to waive any fees. As we offer personalized service, we will attempt to accommodate changes and cancellations when necessary, waiving certain fees when feasible.

Trip Cancellation Insurance
We highly recommend purchasing trip cancellation insurance. Alpine Ascents International offers a plan in conjunction with Travelex. If you are signing up online or over the phone our location number is #47-0553. Detailed policy information will be sent upon receipt of your completed application.

Prepaid Air Medical Service
Alpine Ascents recommends Air Ambulance Card for emergency medical evacuation coverage. Enroll online at:

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