We go to the mountains for the history and inspiration of the Caucasus

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An active journey through the regions of the North Caucasus, in which excursions and hikes await us.

We will see the largest waterfall in Ossetia and one of the highest in Europe, stop at the thermal springs to swim in a pool with mineral water of volcanic origin. Let's take a walk through one of the oldest cities in the world on the shores of the Caspian Sea and take gorgeous photos in the "troll language". Let's feel the evening romance of Grozny, get acquainted with the history of Ossetia and go hiking to the tower complexes of ancient villages.

The route is designed with moderate loads in mind to enjoy a vacation in the mountains and will be equally interesting for both beginners and seasoned travelers.

Location

Republic of Dagestan, Makhachkala

Sightseeing tours

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Tour highlights

In the footsteps of the movie

We will visit a piece of the Asian desert — the filming location of the cult movie "White Sun of the Desert"

The Pearl of Chechnya

We are waiting for a business card of the Chechen Republic, which is located at an altitude of 1869 meters above sea level

Trekking to Dagestan Machu Picchu

We will climb along the canyon to the Hamsutl ghost village at an altitude of 1700 m

Ancient artifacts

Let's dive into the history of the Caucasus, consider the sanctuaries and medieval villages

Swing over the abyss

Swing on a swing overlooking the Fiagdon Valley

Relaxation in the sources

Relax at the Biragzang thermal springs with mineral water

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, 10 Emirova St.;
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 at the Mountain Wind campground, Gunib (shared toilet and shower).
Location: Gorny Gunib;
daily car race: 310 km;
sightseeing route;
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;
daily car race: 110 km;
Walking route: 4 km;
Climb: 450 m;
The duration is 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;
daily car race: 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
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: Tiynalla 3*/Berkat 3*/Shali city 3*.
Location: Grozny;
daily car race: 360 km;
sightseeing route;
Duration: 10 hours.

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Day 5 - Grozny — Kezenoi Am Hoi — Shali — Grozny
08:00 Start.
The program of the day: Vedenskoe gorge — Kharachoy village — lake Kezenoy-Am — ruins of the ancient village of Khoy.
Lunch (extra charge).
The mosque is the pride of Muslims, Shawls.
Location: Grozny;
daily car race: 215 km;
Walking distance: 2.5 km;
Duration: 8 hours.

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Day 6 - Sightseeing tour in Grozny and Vladikavkaz
08:30 Sightseeing tour in Grozny: Grozny City — Flower Park — Heart of Chechnya Mosque — Archangel Michael Temple — Prospect M. Esambayeva — Walk of Fame.
12:00 Transfer to Vladikavkaz (120 km, travel time 2 hours).
Accommodation in hotels.
Lunch (extra charge).
16:00 Sightseeing walking tour of Vladikavkaz — iconic places and the centuries-old history of the city.

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Day 7 - Alagir gorge — Tsey — hike to the Tsey glacier — Biragzang
08:30 Start.
Program of the day: Vladikavkaz — Sanctuary and rock monument of Uastyrdzhi — Tsey gorge — hike along the eco-trail to the Tsey glacier.
Picnic lunch (extra charge).
Afsati Monument — Biragzang thermal complex.
Return to Vladikavkaz by 17:30.
Location: Vladikavkaz;
daily car race: 185 km;
Walking route: 10 km;
Climb: 450 m;
Duration: 8-9 hours.

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Day 8 - Karmadon — Dargavs — Midagraba waterfalls — Kurtatinsky Gorge
08:30 Start.
Program of the day: Genaldon gorge — Karmadon gate — Dargava necropolis — hike to Midagraba waterfalls.
Picnic lunch (extra charge).
Playground and swing overlooking the Fiagdon Valley — Kurt and Tag Tower.
Return to Vladikavkaz by 17:30.
19:30-21:30 Alan evening show program in ethno-national style with dinner and tasting (extra charge).
Location: Vladikavkaz;
daily car race: 135 km;
Walking route: 6 km;
Climb: 400 m;
Duration: 8-9 hours.

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Day 9 - Kurtatinsky gorge — Upper Fiagdon — Archon pass. Departure
08:30 Start.
The program of the day: Kadargavan canyon — Dzivgis rock fortress — hike to the village of Tsmiti — hike to the tower complexes of villages: Lats, Kadat, Urikau — Archon Pass is the Holy Dormition Alan Monastery.
Picnic lunch (extra charge).
Return to Vladikavkaz by 17:00.
Transfer to the airport/train station for evening flights/trains, later than 19:00.
daily car race: 150 km;
Walking distance: 6.5 km;
Climb: 550 m;
Duration: 8-9 hours.

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Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Tour organizer's comments

Active recreation: excursions + hiking.

Difficulty level: moderate, does not require special training.

Suitable for: for tourists who do not have contraindications to active physical activity from 7 to 70 years old.

Accommodation

Hotel

5 nights
Camp Site

3 nights

Comfort

Basic+
Midscale
Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in hotels and safari tents.

The cost of the tour per room, depending on the accommodation in the period 30.04.2025-05.10.2025, rub.:

Placement	Placement
Placement	Twin/Double	Single	Triple*	2Ad+1Ch (7-12 years old)
Mountain wind — Golden Eagle 3* — Kadgaron 3*	122200	77430	174200	168780
Gorny Veter — Berkat 3* — Planeta Lux 3 Hotel*	125280	77640	180090	174000
Gorny Veter — Berkat 3* — Vladikavkaz 4 Hotel*	133100	91780	191830	183130

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, 7-12 years old inclusive.

Possible placement options are indicated. The specified accommodation facilities can be replaced with similar ones by the decision of the tour operator.

Vladikavkaz

The Vladikavkaz Hotel is located in the heart of Vladikavkaz with a magnificent view of the Terek River and the indescribable beauty of the peaks of the mountain ranges. The Kosta Khetagurov Park and the National Museum are located in the immediate vicinity.

It offers 177 stylish and ergonomic rooms with everything you need for a good rest; TV, kettle, air conditioning, bathroom with toiletries and towels. Also, for a fruitful pastime on the territory there is a large swimming pool, a modern fitness center, and a beauty salon.

The hotel has a luxurious restaurant with several halls, and a hearty and delicious breakfast is served in the morning. There is also a lobby bar with a variety of drinks and small snacks. There are several banquet halls of varying capacity.

Services for renting a comfortable conference room equipped with modern appliances are provided.

The distance between Vladikavkaz Hotel and the airport is 27 km, and the railway station is 3 km away.

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Another option

"Planet Lux"

Planeta Lux Hotel is located in a historic building in the center of Vladikavkaz, a 5-minute walk from Spartak Stadium and Komsomolsky Park. Free Wi-Fi is available.

The bright rooms are decorated in a classic style and feature a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Free toiletries are provided in the bathroom.

There is a restaurant on site. Vladikavkaz Train Station is a 10-minute walk from Planeta Lux Hotel. Vladikavkaz Airport is a 30-minute drive away.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 5 to 18 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

9 days 8 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 Vladikavkaz airport and railway station upon departure on the final day of the tour for flights/trains later than 19:00;
accommodation with breakfast in safari tents according to the program in the mountains of Dagestan, shared toilet and shower: Mountain wind, glamping;
accommodation with breakfast according to the program in hotels in Grozny and Vladikavkaz;
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 Vladikavkaz;
excursions, entertainment, and entrance tickets to facilities not included in the tour program;
ticket to Biragzang thermal complex — 600 rub.;
entrance tickets to attractions not included in the tour program:
- a boat trip along the Chirkeysky reservoir — 600 rubles.;
- Nokhyo cave complex — 700 rub.;
meals along the tour route: picnic lunch or lunch are paid on site, dinners;
the resort fee or tax is paid independently upon check-in at the hotel;
individual transfers from/to the airport and railway station, as well as any individual transportation service.

Book in advance, the number of seats is limited:

Alan evening show program in ethno-national style with dinner and tasting:
- adult — 2,400 rubles/person.;
- child under 18 years of age — 2,000 rubles/person.;
- children's menu for up to 8 years — 800 rubles/person.

It's important to know

The weather in the mountains can be changeable: therefore, we take raincoats with us, comfortable and practical shoes are mandatory.

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