Active holidays in Chechnya and Dagestan

The brightest landmarks of Chechnya and Dagestan will definitely take a firm place in your heart forever, because it is unlikely that you will remain indifferent to historical and national peculiarities.

You will see the largest dune in Europe, the grandiose Sulak Canyon, Dagestan's Machu Picchu, the Saltinsky Waterfall, the pearl village of Dagestan, the oldest mosque and the local bazaar. You will also get to know Derbent and Grozny and taste juicy national dishes.

Location

Republic of Dagestan, Makhachkala
from
US$ 467
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Duration
6 Days
5 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 3 – 8 Jul
    • 10 – 15 Jul
    • 17 – 22 Jul
    • 24 – 29 Jul
    • 31 Jul – 5 Aug
or
Accommodation
  • Guest House
    3 nights
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Moderate
Low physical intensity for amateurs and non-experienced travelers
Group
Up to 18 people
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
Republic of Dagestan, Makhachkala
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Sulak Canyon and boat trip
We will see the canyon from the observation decks and take a ride through the turquoise waters of the reservoir
Dagestan Machu Picchu
Let's walk through the ancient settlement of Dagestan, which is called a ghost village
National flavor
Let's try delicious national dishes, and also take a look at the colorful local market
In the footsteps of the artist
Let's follow in Aivazovsky's footsteps to the glade in gorny Keger, from where the artist painted the famous painting
The Mystical Treasury
We are waiting for a business card of the Chechen Republic, which is located at an altitude of 1869 meters above sea level

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Sightseeing tour of Derbent
    • 10:00 Gathering of the group at the railway station in Makhachkala: the main entrance, opposite the monument to Makhach Dahadaev, 10 Emirova str.
    • 11:00 Gathering of the group at Makhachkala airport.

    11:00 a.m. Start: Makhachkala airport — transfer to Derbent — Naryn-Kala fortress — sightseeing in Derbent, market — transfer to Gunib.

    The program of the day: transfer to Southern Dagestan — sightseeing tour of Derbent: the fortress wall of Dagh-Bars, Juma mosque, a walk through the magals of the old city — the citadel of Naryn-Kala.

    Lunch (included in the price).

    Transfer to Gunib and accommodation at the Mountain Wind camping, Gunib (toilet and shower for common use).

    • Accommodation: Gorny Gunib;
    • car race per day: 310 km;
    • Duration: 10 hours.
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  • Day 2 - Gunib — Gamsutl — Chokh — Upper Gunib — Saltinsky waterfall — Gunib
  • Day 3 - Gunib — Karadakh gorge — Kahib and Goor — Datuna — mountain Keger — Gunib
  • Day 4 - Gunib — Sulak canyon, Oaks — trout farming — Sarykum dune — transfer to Grozny
  • Day 5 - Grozny — Kezenoi Am Hoi — Shali — Grozny
  • Day 6 - Sightseeing tour in Grozny. Departure
Difficulty
Low physical intensity for amateurs and non-experienced travelers
Tour organizer's comments

Difficulty level: moderate, does not require special training.

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Guest House
    3 nights
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale

The tour provides accommodation at a campsite in Gunib and at a hotel in Grozny or Shali.

The cost of the tour for 1 room, RUB.:

Accommodation along the routePrice validity periodPlacement
2-local1-local3-local*

2 adults +1 child 

(7-12 years old)

Mountain wind, Gunib — Berkat 3*/ Tiynalla 3*01.05.2024-29.06.202480 00053 000116 000110 000
30.06.2024-31.08.202483 00056 000119 000113 000
01.09.2024-28.09.202480 00053 000116 000110 000

For triple accommodation, hotels/camp sites along the route provide DBL/TWN + additional. a bed or sofa, or three separate beds.

Glamping "Mountain wind" 3 nights

Glamping "Mountain Wind" by Reston is a place where Caucasian hospitality, sweet fresh air, gorgeous mountain views and sunny vitamins are combined. It is a place of strength and fulfillment, rebooting and inspiration, immersion in the moment and into oneself. A place where you can awaken your freedom!

There are: 30 safari tents; 10 barnhouses; a cafe for 90 people.

Safari tents are located on the lower level of the glamping area. There is a special microclimate inside the tent due to its ergonomic design. The safari tent is made of breathable materials, and there is also active air circulation inside. Even in extreme heat, you will feel comfortable here.

There is no toilet or shower inside the safari tents. On the territory of the glamping, 8 showers and 11 toilets are located within walking distance from the cabins.

  • The area is 24 sq.m.;
  • 3 single beds;
  • heater;
  • warm blankets;
  • towels;
  • private terrace;
  • you can relax with your favorite pets. Inform the manager about this when booking.

Also on the territory of the cafe, there is free Wi-Fi, which will help you always stay in touch. The Barnhouses are located on the upper level of the glamping area.

One-room comfortable and warm cabins for relaxing with family or friends with mountain views.

  • The area is 24 sq.m.;
  • 2 single beds;
  • folding sofa;
  • toilet and shower;
  • heater;
  • warm blankets;
  • towels;
  • private terrace.

Parking is available for travelers by car. Parking is located in the upper part of the glamping area, it is not possible to leave the car directly on the main glamping area due to the steep descent, given that the terrain is mountainous.

You can drive as close as possible in an SUV. If the car is a passenger car, then it will be necessary to unload things at the top of the territory, a glamping employee will pick up the guests by car. For more information, guests can contact the glamping administration.

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The Tiynalla Hotel or Berkat Hotel 2 nights

Tour conditions

Group
up to 18 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
6 days 5 nights
Group meets at
Republic of Dagestan, Makhachkala

Included in price

  • group transfers from Makhachkala airport and railway station on the first day of the tour upon arrival;
  • group transfer to the airport and railway station of Grozny upon departure on the final day of the tour at 14:00;
  • accommodation in safari tents according to the program in the mountains of Dagestan, toilet and shower for common use;
  • accommodation according to the program in hotels in Grozny;
  • guided tours and hikes according to the program with professional tour guides and qualified drivers;
  • meals: breakfast + 5 lunches along the tour route;
  • entrance tickets to the sites of visits according to the excursion program, environmental fees of nature reserves.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Makhachkala and from Grozny;
  • excursions, entertainment and entrance tickets to the facilities;
  • entrance tickets to attractions not included in the tour program: boat trip along the Chirkeysky reservoir, Nokho cave complex;
  • individual transfers from/to the airport and railway station of Makhachkala/Grozny, as well as any individual transport service.

It's important to know

Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?

Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
What is the transport on the tour?

Dates and Prices

  • from US$ 484
    3 – 8 Jul 6 days 5 nights
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  • from US$ 484
    10 – 15 Jul 6 days 5 nights
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  • from US$ 484
    17 – 22 Jul 6 days 5 nights
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  • from US$ 484
    24 – 29 Jul 6 days 5 nights
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  • from US$ 484
    31 Jul – 5 Aug 6 days 5 nights
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