The beauty of the mountains and the power of the traditions of the Caucasus. 9-day guided tour

An all-inclusive adventure tour of several regions. We'll look at the bottom of the grand canyon, make a stop at the legendary ekranoplane, run along the sand of the dune, and drive to the ruins of the city of guards. We will admire the new snow-white mosque, see the sanctuary of the Black Horseman and a huge boulder that fell from the mountain.

Location

the city of Makhachkala
from
$855
+ tickets to the starting point of the tour
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Duration
9 days
8 nights
Departures
10 - 18 Jun
17 - 25 Jun
24 Jun - 2 Jul
1 - 9 Jul
8 - 16 Jul
15 - 23 Jul
22 - 30 Jul
29 Jul - 6 Aug
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    8 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 18 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
the city of Makhachkala
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Ancient Dagestan
Let's go to the solar fortress, which defended Derbent for thousands of years.
Secrets of Ossetia
We will see the Dargava necropolis, which is popularly called the "city of the dead"
The ghost village
The abandoned and mysterious Gamsutl will make a strong impression on us.
A renewed Chechnya
Let's go up to the panoramic platform on the 33rd floor of the Grozny City skyscraper
Ingush Land
We will visit the largest tower complex Egikal, a once powerful village.
A journey into winter
If desired, we will take a lift in Cei to the ice grotto.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Makhachkala Sightseeing Tour

    13:45 Gathering of the group at Makhachkala airport.

    14:15 Gathering of the group at the railway station in Makhachkala: main entrance, opposite the monument to Makhach Dahadaev, 10 Emirova St.

    It starts at 14:30. Sightseeing tour of Makhachkala.

    A port city, a young capital. The unique Dagestan welcomes and is ready to cordially reveal to you the secrets of ancient legends, introduce you to the history, traditions, and local cuisine.

    Transfer and accommodation to the hotel, Izberbash/Makhachkala.

    95 km, 5 hours per day.

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  • Day 2 - Gamsutl, Chokh and tesnina / waterfall, Matlas and Khunzakh
  • Day 3 - Lun Ekranoplan, Derbent, Naryn-kala Citadel
  • Day 4 - Sulak canyon, Oak trees, trout farming
  • Day 5 - Kezenoy-Am Lake, Khoy city. Muslim Pride Mosque
  • Day 6 - Sightseeing tour of Grozny and Vladikavkaz
  • Day 7 - Alagir Gorge, Cei, Mamison
  • Day 8 - An exciting trip to Mountainous Ingushetia
  • Day 9 - The Kurtatinsky and Karmadon gorges. Dargavs. Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    8 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale

The tour includes hotel accommodation:

  • 3 nights in Izberbasha;
  • 2 nights in Grozny;
  • 3 nights in Vladikavkaz.

The cost of the tour per room, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

PlacementThe cost on the date of arrival during the periodDbl 2-localTwin 2-localSingle 1-localTriple 3-localDBL+CH 2vz+1reb

Ocean 3*, Izberbash — Berkat 3*Kadgaron 3*

 

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31.05.2026-27.06.202613290013290087000191800185000
28.06.2026-29.08.202614100014100091600199600192900
30.08.2026-19.09.202613290013290087000191800185000
20.09.2026-07.12.202612400012400078000178700171000

Ocean 3*, Izberbash — Berkat 3*Planet Lux 3*

 

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31.05.2026-27.06.202613600013600091400198000192900
28.06.2026-29.08.202614400014400095700206000200700
30.08.2026-19.09.202613600013600091400198000192900
20.09.2026-07.12.202612730012730082200185000179000

Ocean 3*, Izberbash — Edelweiss 4*Vladikavkaz 4*

 

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28.06.2026-29.08.2026161600161600117000220700212400
30.08.2026-19.09.20261529001529001127002129005204600
20.09.2026-07.12.2026144000144000103600199800190900

Twin — double room (has two separate beds).

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

Single — single room.

Triple — for 3-bed hotel accommodation along the route, DBL/TWN + additional services are provided. a bed or sofa, or three separate beds (depends on the hotel's facilities).

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

The specified accommodation facilities can be replaced with similar ones by the decision of the tour operator.

The Ocean Hotel 3 nights

A hotel complex, the buildings of which resemble modern Western hotels. The advantageous location of the cottages with access to the terrace overlooking the sea.

The hotel is ready to offer its guests a full range of services:

A 15-meter swimming pool, a massage room, a cafe-bar, a cafe on the beach, a restaurant, cottage houses, euro—luxury rooms, standard rooms, an observation tower.

The hotel provides laundry and ironing services. Wi-Fi is available.

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Berkat Hotel or Hotel "Edelweiss Grozny" 2 nights
The Planet Lux Hotel or Kadgaron Hotel or 3 nights

Tour conditions

Group
up to 18 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
9 days 8 nights
Group meets at
the city of Makhachkala

Included in price

  • group transfers from Vladikavkaz Airport and railway station to hotels on the first day for all flights/trains upon arrival from 08:00 to 14:00;
  • group transfer to the airport and railway station of Makhachkala upon departure on the final day for flights/trains later than 19:00;
  • accommodation in hotels according to the program in Vladikavkaz/Izberbash with breakfast;
  • guided tours with professional guides and qualified drivers;
  • entrance tickets to the objects of visits according to the program of excursions;
  • ecological collections of nature reserves.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Makhachkala and back from Vladikavkaz;
  • the ticket for the chairlift in the Tseysky gorge is 900 rubles.;
  • tickets for attractions not included in the program: 
    • a boat trip along the Chirkeysky reservoir — 600 rubles.;
    • Nokhyo cave complex — 700 rub.;
  • the resort fee or tax is paid independently upon check-in at the hotel;
  • meals along the tour route: picnic lunch or lunch are paid on site (meals on the set menu are 500-850 rubles, the price may vary);
  • excursions, entertainment, and entrance tickets to facilities not included in the tour program;
  • individual transfers from/to Vladikavkaz airport and railway station, as well as any individual transportation service.
  • Alan evening show program in ethno-national style with dinner and tasting:
    • adult — 2,600 rubles/person.;
    • child under 18 years of age — 2,200 rubles/person.;
    • children's menu for up to 8 years — 800 rubles/person.

We recommend booking the Alan evening in advance, the number of seats is limited.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

First of all, travel clothes should be comfortable. Please take with you what you normally wear for hiking and relaxing.

For protected areas and mountain gorges, sneakers with durable and non-slippery soles are best suited.

Regardless of the forecast weather conditions, you must take:

  • A few warm clothes;
  • several pairs of replacement shoes;
  • rain protection clothes;
  • sun hats, cream, sunglasses. Sunglasses are a must-have in the mountains regardless when you travel in winter or summer.;
  • clothing that covers the shoulders and arms during the daytime hours of the active sun.

In the mosque, women must wear clothes that will cover the entire body, only the face and hands remain open, and trousers are also not allowed. It is enough for men to wear trousers and a shirt with sleeves to visit the mosque.

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Dates and Prices

  • $916
    10 – 18 Jun 9 days 8 nights
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  • $916
    17 – 25 Jun 9 days 8 nights
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  • $916
    24 Jun – 2 Jul 9 days 8 nights
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  • $972
    1 – 9 Jul 9 days 8 nights
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  • $972
    8 – 16 Jul 9 days 8 nights
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Reviews Leave a review

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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!