Active holidays in Chechnya and Dagestan

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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

Sightseeing tours

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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
08:30 The beginning.
Programs of the day: ghost village Gamsutl - high mountain village Chokh — Upper Gunib — "Shamil's Gazebo" — "Tsarskaya Polyana" — Gunib fortress — "Shamil's Gate" — Saltinsky waterfall.
Lunch (included in the price).
Accommodation: Gorny Gunib;
car race per day: 110 km;
Walking route: 4 km;
Climb: 450 m;
Duration: 8 hours.

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Day 3 - Gunib — Karadakh gorge — Kahib and Goor — Datuna — mountain Keger — Gunib
08:30 The beginning.
Programs of the day: Karadakh gorge — Old Kahib and Goor — Datun temple — mountain Keger.
Lunch (included in the price).
Accommodation: Gorny Gunib;
car race per day: 215 km;
Walking route: 4 km;
Climb: 400 m;
Duration: 8 hours.

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Day 4 - Gunib — Sulak canyon, Oaks — trout farming — Sarykum dune — transfer to Grozny
07:30 The beginning.
Program of the day: transfer to the Sulak Canyon — observation deck with views of the Sulak Canyon — Chirkeyskoye reservoir — boat trip through the reservoir (optional, additional fee) — trout farming.
Lunch (included in the price).
Nokhyo cave complex (optional, extra charge) — Sarykum dune.
16:00 Transfer to Grozny, arrival approximately at 18:30 (130 km, travel time 2.5 hours).
Accommodation in Grozny/Shali, hotels: Tiynalla 3*/Berkat 3*/Shali city 3*.
car race per day: 360 km;
sightseeing route;
Duration: 10 hours.

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Day 5 - Grozny — Kezenoi Am Hoi — Shali — Grozny
08:00 The beginning.
The program of the day: Vedenskoye gorge — village of Kharachoy — lake Kezenoy-Am — ruins of the ancient village "Khoy".
Lunch (included in the price).
Mosque "Pride of Muslims", Shawls.
Location: Grozny;
car race per day: 215 km;
Walking route: 2.5 km;
Duration: 8 hours.

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Day 6 - Sightseeing tour in Grozny. Departure
08:30 Sightseeing tour in Grozny: Grozny City — Flower Park — Mosque Heart of Chechnya — Church of the Archangel Michael — Prospect M. Esambayeva is an Alley of Fame.
14:00 Group transfer to Grozny airport/train station from the hotel.

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Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Tour organizer's comments

Difficulty level: moderate, does not require special training.

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 route	Price validity period	Placement
Accommodation along the route	Price validity period	2-local	1-local	3-local*	2 adults +1 child (7-12 years old)
Mountain wind, Gunib — Berkat 3/ Tiynalla 3	30.06.2024-31.08.2024	83 000	56 000	119 000	113 000
Mountain wind, Gunib — Berkat 3/ Tiynalla 3	01.09.2024-28.09.2024	80 000	53 000	116 000	110 000

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

Glamping "Mountain Wind" 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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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

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

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