Tour Granite quarry and salt mountains
Tour description
Price
per person
45'149 ₽ for group*
от 6'450 ₽ c чел.
57'181 ₽ for group*
от 3'010 ₽ c чел.
83'919 ₽ for group*
от 1'614 ₽ c чел.
107'983 ₽ for group*
от 1'588 ₽ c чел.
The cost of excursions is approved in Belarusian rubles and when paying in other currencies the final cost may differ from the one indicated on the site depending on the exchange rate of the card issuing bank (MIR, Visa, Mastercard).
Included in the price of the excursion:
- certified guide services
- transport services
Description
Excursion from Minsk to the “Belaruskali” and “Granit” production sites is an exciting journey that combines visits to the country’s industrial giants with breathtaking natural landmarks. The route will introduce you to the unique industrial history of Belarus, its achievements in the mining industry, and impressive man-made landscapes.
The first stop will be Soligorsk, where you will learn about the history of the development of one of the world’s largest producers of potash fertilizers. Next, you will visit the Salt Mountains — unusual rock formations that resemble Martian landscapes. It’s a perfect spot for vivid photos and relaxing outdoor walks. The final highlight of the tour will be a visit to the granite quarry in Mikashevichi — the largest granite extraction site in Europe. From the observation platform, you’ll witness the grand scale of production and see heavy machinery in action, including the famous BELAZ dump trucks.
Excursion type
Thematic
Distance
400 km
Duration
10 hours
Language of training
Russian
Excursion subject
Kind
Bus-Walking tours
Program
Gathering the group
Moving in Soligorsk (140 km)
Museum of Labor Glory Belaruskaliy
Museum of Labor Glory «Belaruskaliy», is the historical, cultural, and educational center of the enterprise, city, and district. Here you can see more than a thousand exhibits characterizing the history, production, economy, social sphere of «Belaruskaliy», as well as objects of material and spiritual culture of historical, scientific, artistic and moral value.
Salt mountains
Moving in Mikashevichi (70 km)
Granite quarry
Granite quarry in Mikashevichi is a unique place in Belarus not only because more than forty years of mining granite, but also because it is the largest granite quarry in Europe. Of course, the quarry impresses with its scale and resembles a huge industrial amphitheater. Even the huge 45-ton BELAZes seem small and slow. The quarry is actively expanding and only becomes deeper with the years. Vivid impressions and magnificent photos from viewing platforms on excursions are guaranteed to you!
Moving in Minsk (210 km)
The end of the tour
Route map
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