Show me the mountains: guided tour of Dagestan and Chechnya

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This journey will always remain in your memory. You will get acquainted with Derbent and Grozny, see Europe's largest sand dune and the deepest high-altitude lake in the North Caucasus, the grandiose Sulak Canyon, the Chirkey reservoir, fortresses, temples and ancient villages.

If desired, you can take a boat trip and explore the Noho cave complex.

Location

Republic of Dagestan, Makhachkala

Sightseeing tours

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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)

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Tour highlights

Dagestan Machu Picchu

Let's walk through the ancient settlement, which is called the ghost village.

National flavor

Let's try delicious national dishes, 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, where he painted the famous painting

The Treasury Department

A business card of the Chechen Republic awaits us 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: main entrance, opposite the monument to Makhach Dahadaev, Emirova str., 10.
11:00 Group meeting at Makhachkala airport.
11:00 a.m. Start: Makhachkala airport — transfer to Derbent — Naryn-Kala fortress — sightseeing tour of Derbent, market — transfer to Gunib.
Program of the day: transfer to Southern Dagestan — sightseeing tour of Derbent: Dagh-Bara fortress wall, Juma mosque, walk through the magals of the old city - Naryn—Kala citadel.
Lunch (extra charge).
Transfer to Gunib and accommodation.
Location: Gorny Gunib;
Length: 310 km;
Duration: 10 hours.

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Day 2 - Gunib — Gamsutl — Chokh — Upper Gunib — Saltinsky waterfall — Gunib
08:30 Start.
Programs of the day: ghost village Gamsutl - highland village Chokh — Upper Gunib — "Shamil's Gazebo" — "Tsarskaya Polyana" — Gunib fortress — "Shamil's Gate" — Saltinsky waterfall.
Lunch (extra charge).
Location: Gorny Gunib;
Length: 110 km;
Duration: 8 hours.

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Day 3 - Gunib — Karadakh gorge — Kahib and Goor — Datuna — mountain Keger — Gunib
08:30 Start.
Programs of the day: Karadakh gorge — Old Kahib and Goor — Datun temple — mountain Keger.
Lunch (extra charge).
Location: Gorny Gunib;
Length: 215 km;
Duration: 8 hours.

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Day 4 - Gunib — Sulak Canyon, Dubki — trout farm — Sarykum dune — transfer to Grozny
07:30 Start.
Program of the day: transfer to Sulak Canyon — observation deck with views of Sulak Canyon — Chirkey reservoir — boat trip through the reservoir (optional, extra charge) — trout farming.
Lunch (extra charge).
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: Berkat 3*/Shali city 3*.
Length: 360 km;
Duration: 10 hours.

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Day 5 - Grozny — Kezenoi Am Hoi — Shali — Grozny
08:00 Start.
Program of the day: Vedenskoe gorge — Kharachoy village — Kezenoy lake - ruins of the ancient village of Khoy.
Lunch (extra charge).
Mosque "Pride of Muslims", Shali.
Location: Grozny;
Length: 215 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 — Heart of Chechnya Mosque — Archangel Michael Temple — Prospect M. Esambayeva — Walk of Fame.
14:00 Group transfer to the airport/railway station in Grozny 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

Hotel

5 nights

Comfort

Basic+
Midscale

The tour provides accommodation at a campsite and in a hotel.

The cost of the tour PER ROOM, depending on the accommodation, in rubles:

Placement along the route	Price validity period	Twin/Double	Single	Triple*	DBL+CH
Eagle's Nest Shopping center, Gunib – Berkat 3*	29.04, 06.05, 27.05, 10.06, 24.06.2026	81300	52950	119475	116550
	08.07, 22.07, 05.08, 19.08.2026	83100	53850	121500	117900
	02.09, 09.09, 16.09, 23.09.2026	81300	52950	119475	116550
Eagle's Nest Shopping Center, Gunib – Edelweiss 4*	29.04, 06.05, 27.05, 10.06, 24.06.2026	84900	57450	123000	119250
	08.07, 22.07, 05.08, 19.08.2026	86700	58350	125100	120600
	02.09, 09.09, 16.09, 23.09.2026	84900	57450	123000	119250

Twin — double room (has two separate beds).

Double (DBL) — a double room (one double bed).

Single — single room.

Triple — for triple accommodation, hotels/campsites along the route provide DBL/TWN + extras. a bed or sofa, or three separate beds (depending on the hotel's facilities).

DBL+CH — room for two adults and a child, from 7 to 12 years old inclusive.

The tourist complex is located on the territory of the Verkhny Gunib Nature Park.

The hotel offers single, double and triple rooms of luxury, semi-luxury and economy class categories. The rooms are equipped with comfortable and beautiful furniture, all necessary appliances, and Wi-Fi access.

The cafe of the campsite offers national Dagestani dishes – khinkal, chudu, kurze, pilaf, shish kebab. Guests can also use the services of the gym, sports grounds, billiards.

The campsite has free Wi-Fi internet and satellite TV.

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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 according to the program in hotels/tourist complexes in Guniba/Grozny;
meals — breakfast;
guided tours and hikes according to the program with professional tour guides and qualified drivers;
entrance tickets to the objects of visits according to the program of excursions, environmental fees of nature reserves.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Makhachkala and back from Grozny;
tickets for attractions not included in the tour program (cost may vary):
- a boat trip along the Chirkeysky reservoir — 600 rubles.;
- Nokhyo cave complex — 700 rub.
nutrition:
- picnic lunches or lunches along the tour route are paid on the spot.;
- dinners.
the resort fee or tax is paid independently upon check-in at the hotel;
individual transfers from/ to the airport and railway station of Makhachkala, 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.

Dates and Prices

$561

10 – 15 Jun 6 days 5 nights

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$561

24 – 29 Jun 6 days 5 nights

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$573

8 – 13 Jul 6 days 5 nights

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22 – 27 Jul 6 days 5 nights

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5 – 10 Aug 6 days 5 nights

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19 – 24 Aug 6 days 5 nights

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2 – 7 Sep 6 days 5 nights

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9 – 14 Sep 6 days 5 nights

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16 – 21 Sep 6 days 5 nights

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23 – 28 Sep 6 days 5 nights

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Alyona

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1 Jun, 2026

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I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the tour providers for their professionalism and attention to detail. Everything was thoughtfully planned, from the itinerary to the warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the trip. a special thank-you goes to our guide, Dmitri. Thanks to him, every participant felt cared for and included. We shared many laughs, had wonderful conversations about the mountains, and truly enjoyed every moment of the journey. I would also like to thank our driver, Yuri, for his calm demeanor, confidence behind the wheel, and the sense of safety he provided every step of the way. in the mountains, that kind of reliability is priceless. Thank you for your professionalism, patience, and positive spirit. Traveling with you was more than just getting from one place to another - it was an essential part of a truly unforgettable adventure ! ✨🏔
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Zhanna

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29 May, 2026

I would especially like to highlight the excellent organization of the tour. Everything was arranged at the highest level: comfortable minibus transfers, well-located hotels, precise scheduling, and great attention to detail. I was particularly impressed that we traveled through Dagestan and Chechnya during the holy month of Ramadan, when Muslims observe strict fasting. Because of this, many cafés and restaurants were closed during the day, and even some grocery stores were not operating. Nevertheless, this did not prevent us from discovering the delicious Caucasian cuisine, hearty breakfasts and lunches were organized for us everywhere we went. I would also like to thank our guides for their courtesy, punctuality, and the fascinating way they introduced us to the culture and traditions of the peoples of the Caucasus.
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Svetlana Neustroeva

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20 May, 2026

A huge thank you to the providers and the entire team!!!! 🤝👍 My husband and I went on a weekend tour to North Ossetia, and we absolutely loved it. I completely fell in love with the mountains ❤️ the scenery was so breathtaking it literally made my head spin. It’s unbelievably beautiful there 😍!!:) The trip lasted 4 days : the first day included a sightseeing tour, followed by three days in the mountains with skiing, snowboarding, and visits to the thermal springs. Everything was pleasant and well organized right from the booking stage. All of our additional questions were answered in great detail, everything was honest and transparent :) which is really important :D You can tell that everything has been carefully thought out: the service was attentive without being intrusive, and everyone involved was genuinely friendly and passionate about their work!:) We will definitely travel with “Big Country” again!! If you’re still hesitating - don’t overthink it, just choose a tour and go!!! :D The company of these wonderful people will truly make your trip unforgettable! Special thanks to our guide, Akhshar 🫶🏻 we were so happy to meet you!