A six—day winter trip through the bright and original republics of the Caucasus - Dagestan and Chechnya!
We will see Grozny, a very beautiful and hospitable city, reborn from the ashes of a distant war. Let's go to the high-altitude lake Kezenoi-Am, which is the largest and deepest in the North Caucasus. A boat trip through the turquoise waters of the Chirkeysky reservoir will leave unexpected and vivid impressions.
11:00 Gathering of the group at the railway station in Makhachkala: main entrance, opposite the monument to Makhach Dahadaev, 10 Emirova St.;
11:45 group meeting at Makhachkala airport.
It starts at 11:45.
The unique Dagestan welcomes and is ready to cordially reveal to you the secrets of ancient legends, introduce you to the history, traditions, local cuisine and hospitality.
Program of the day: transfer to Sarykum dune — 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).
Transfer and accommodation to the hotel, Izberbash/Kaspiysk/Makhachkala.
Length per day: 290 km, 9 hours.
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Day 2 -
Karadakh Gorge — Gamsutl/ Hunzakh (depends on the season)
The program of the second day of the tour dates: 14.12, 26.12. 29.12.2025, 02.01, 03.01, 04.01, 25.01, 08.02, 22.02, 01.03.2026.
Program of the day: Tobot Waterfall — Stone Bowl — Matlas plateau — Khunzakh village — Karadakh gorge.
Lunch (extra charge).
Transfer and accommodation in a hotel in Izberbash/Kaspiysk/Makhachkala.
The program of the second day of the tour dates: 08.03, 15.03, 22.03, 29.03.2026.
Gamsutl — Chokh — Karadakh gorge.
Mileage per day: 330 km, duration 10 hours.
Breakfast is 07:00.
The program of the day starts at 07:30: transfer to Gunibsky district — Gamsutl ghost village — panorama of the mountainous village of Chokh — Karadakh gorge.
Lunch (extra charge).
Transfer and accommodation to the hotel, Izberbash/Kaspiysk/Makhachkala.
The order of excursions on the second and third days of the program may vary.
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Day 3 -
Lun — Derbent Ekranoplan
Breakfast at 07:30.
It starts at 08:00.
Program of the day: transfer to Southern Dagestan — Lun ekranoplan.
Sightseeing tour of Derbent: Dagh Bars fortress wall, Juma mosque, walk through the magals of the old city — Naryn Kala citadel – visit the market – buy souvenirs.
Lunch (extra charge).
Transfer and accommodation to the hotel, Izberbash/Kaspiysk/Makhachkala.
The order of excursions on the second and third days of the program may vary.
Mileage per day: 190 km, duration 9 hours.
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Day 4 -
Sightseeing tour of Makhachkala and Grozny
Breakfast at 07:30.
The program of the day starts at 08:00.
Transfer to Makhachkala (mileage per day: 70 km, duration 4 hours).
Sightseeing tour of Makhachkala, a port city, a young capital.
12:00 Transfer from Makhachkala to Grozny, arrival approximately at 16:00 (170 km, travel time 3 hours).
17:00 Sightseeing tour in Grozny: Grozny City – Flower Park — Heart of Chechnya Mosque — Archangel Michael Temple – Prospect M. Esambayeva – Walk of Fame.
Accommodation in Grozny/Shali, hotels: Tiynalla 3*/Berkat 3*/Shali city 3*.
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Day 5 -
Kezenoy Am Hoi Shawls
It starts at 08:30.
Program of the day: Vedenskoe gorge — Kharachoy village — Kezenoy lake - ruins of the ancient village of Khoy.
Lunch (extra charge).
The mosque is the pride of Muslims, Shawls.
Accommodation in Grozny/Shali, hotels: Tiynalla 3*/Berkat 3*/Shali city 3*.
Duration: 9 hours, 235 km.
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Day 6 -
Departure
The final day in Grozny.
Group transfer to the airport/railway station of Grozny at 11:00 from the hotel.
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone
Tour organizer's comments
The ascent to Gamsutl involves a drop-off by car and a walking route. In the parking lot, local residents provide drop-off services on mountain transport (UAZ, Niva). You can drive by car for about 1.5 km, and at this moment the steepest part of the climb is overcome. The cost of the service is 100-200 rubles / person in one direction. From the car stop, the path to the end of the route will be 1.8 km, the height difference is 1450-1670 m.
Accommodation
Accommodation
Hotel
5 nights
Comfort
Upscale
Premium
The tour includes accommodation in hotels/tourist complexes.
The cost of the tour per room, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:
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.
Berkat Hotel or The Tiynalla Hotel 2 nights
Berkat Hotel
It is located in the central part of the city of Grozny. There is a picturesque park with a fountain around the hotel. All rooms have a bathroom, TV and air conditioning.
A buffet breakfast is served. Cafes and shops are also within walking distance.
The Colosseum Sports hall is nearby, and the Heart of Chechnya Mosque is a 15-minute walk away. The railway station is an 8—minute drive away, and Grozny Airport is a 14-minute drive away.
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The Tiynalla Hotel
The hotel is located in a peaceful area of Grozny. A wide range of services: laundry, gym, fitness center, luggage storage, spa and shuttle service.
The rooms have comfortable double beds or two separate beds. Towels are provided in the bathrooms. The rooms are equipped with modern appliances.
The breakfasts are hearty and delicious. For lunch and dinner, you can order dishes of Chechen cuisine according to the menu. The distance to Grozny Airport is 14 km, and the train station is 5 km away.
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The Ocean Hotel or The Monto Hotel or 3 nights
The Ocean Hotel
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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The Monto Hotel
Monto Hotel is located in Makhachkala, 2.8 km from Goryanka Beach. The hotel has a restaurant, bar and fitness center. Guests can relax in the sauna and on the terrace. The reception is open 24 hours a day. Room service and currency exchange are available at the hotel.
All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a desk, a fridge and a kettle. A shower is also provided. The rooms are equipped with bathrobes. Towels and bed linen are provided.
A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the Monto Hotel.
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AZIMUT Kaspiysk Hotel
The hotel is located on the shore of the Caspian Sea. For the convenience of guests, the reception desk is open 24 hours a day, free private parking is available, and Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
All rooms have comfortable furniture, TV, air conditioning, bathroom with necessary hygiene supplies.
Breakfast is served to the guests according to the buffet system, the restaurant offers a large selection of delicious dishes for every taste. Each room has a mini fridge and a kettle. There are many places nearby where you can have a quick and inexpensive snack.
The hotel is located just a few steps from the beach. Makhachkala Airport can be easily reached by public transport in 45 minutes. or by taxi in 15 minutes.
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Tour conditions
Group
From 12 to 18 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
6 days 5 nights
Group meets at
Russia, Republic of Dagestan, Makhachkala
Included in price
group transfers from the airport and railway station of Makhachkala on the first day according to the conditions in the tour program;
group transfer to the airport and railway station of Grozny upon departure on the final day of the tour on Friday at 11:00;
accommodation in hotels /tourist complexes according to the program of the tour with breakfast;
guided tours with professional 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;
meals not specified in the program;
excursions, entertainment and entrance tickets to facilities not included in the tour program, resort fee;
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;
New Year's banquet;
individual transfers from/ to the airport and railway station of Makhachkala and Grozny, as well as any individual transport service.
It's important to know
Personal equipment you need for the tour
Travel clothes should be, first of all, comfortable. Please take with you what you usually wear for hiking and recreation. When planning a visit to protected areas and mountain gorges, sneakers with durable and non-slippery soles are best suited.
Regardless of the predicted weather conditions, it is necessary to take several warm clothes, several pairs of replacement shoes, and rain clothes on the trip; they will be useful in case of a cold snap.
Sun hats, cream, sunglasses. Sunglasses are a must-have attribute in the mountains regardless when you travel in winter or summer. Clothing that covers the shoulders and arms during the daytime hours of active sun.
When visiting shrines, you will need appropriate clothing. In the mosque, women need to wear clothes that will cover the whole body, only the face and hands remain open, trousers are also not allowed. It is enough for men to wear trousers and a shirt with sleeves to visit the mosque.
Can the composition and size of the band change during the tour?
Yes, the composition and size of the group may change throughout the tour.
What is the cost of New Year's banquets?
New Year's Eve from December 31, 2025.
360 restaurant-terrace at Park Hotel Vladikavkaz (formerly the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel) on the 11th-12th floor with stunning panoramic views of the city and mountains. Vladikavkaz, Kotsoeva St., 73a. Gathering of guests: from 23:00. Beginning of the concert program: 23:30. End time: 04:00
Entrance ticket 8000 rubles. + booking service 200 rub.
Children under 10 years old — 6000 rubles (under the responsibility of parents)
The price includes a concert and entertainment program, dinner. Alcohol is paid extra on the spot!
The program of the evening:
host Khetag Ostaev;
DJ Shiffuredpanda;
vocal performers;
instrumental performers;
congratulations from Santa Claus;
themed contests with prizes;
photo zone and photographer;
Berdinberg, Level Wellness & Spa;
an exquisite New Year's menu from the chef;
Dancing until morning;
Welcome champagne to all the guests!
The program is subject to change.
Sample menu of the evening Cold dishes: Caucasian cheeses and meat delicacies with herbs, eggplant rolls, chicken pate with foie gras and crusty bread, assorted fish.
Salads: olivier with beef, herring under a fur coat.
Flour products: ualibakh (Ossetian pie with cheese); kartoddzhyn (Ossetian pie with potatoes); tsakharadzhyn (Ossetian pie with beet leaves and cheese; bread.
Charcoal dishes: shish kebab of chicken, veal, trout,
Sauces: adjika, Tkemali
Desserts: assorted desserts and fruits;
Shu is colored; fruit plate.
Side dishes: mini potatoes with herbs; grilled vegetables
Assorted juice; tbau (water without gas); glass of champagne.
The country restaurant "TORNE". Address: Prigorodny district, Gizelskoe shosse str., 26. Gathering of guests from 23:30. The concert program starts at 00:00
Cost per person: 7000 rubles.
The price includes a concert and entertainment program, dinner. Alcohol is additionally charged on site.
The program of the evening:
professional photographer;
popular DJ sets;
stylish Santa Claus and Snow Maiden;
fashionable cover band "JRome Band";
the incendiary presenter Alan Makeev;
live vocal and musical performance;
The red carpet;
golden confetti;
New Year's welcome drink;
hostess in evening dresses;
original photo zone and props;
Hollywood-style photo zone, shiny tinsel.
The program is subject to change.
Sample menu of the evening: Cold dishes: red trout fish with red caviar tartlets, lavash/Borodinsky bread basket, seasonal vegetables and herbs, European cheese plate, fruit bowl(mini tangerines, pineapple, grapes), olivier with beef, caesar with chicken
Hot dishes: potato pie, tsakharajin pie, walibah pie, champignons under a cheese cap, mini potatoes with shish kebabs, grilled vegetables with shish kebabs, fish shish kebab / Red trout, assorted kebabs (lamb, beef and chicken)
Drinks: mineral water with or without gas, cola, lemonade pear/tarragon/Bavaria
Dessert: assorted New Year mini desserts
The KHOKHAG country restaurant. Gizelskoe highway, 26. Gathering of guests from 23:30. The concert program starts at 00:00 and ends at 05:00
Program and New Year's set — 7000 rubles per person.
The price includes: concert and entertainment program, New Year's table. Alcohol is additionally charged on site.
The program of the evening:
Dj Poliak
singer Jah-Far
female vocals
Live music — saxophone
girls in themed outfits
stylish Santa Claus and Snow Maiden
a glass of champagne at the reception of the guests!
photographer
New Year's confetti
New Year's Welcome drink
hostesses in themed dresses
original photo zone and props
The program is subject to change.
Sample menu of the evening:
cold appetizers: red trout fish with red caviar tartlets, khokhag bread basket, seasonal vegetables and herbs, assorted European cheeses, fruit bowl (mini tangerines, pineapple, grapes), olivier with beef, caesar with chicken
Hot dishes: potato pie, tsakharajin pie, walibah pie, beef medallions with mixed salad/baby potatoes with pepper sauce, salmon with vegetables.
Desserts: assorted mini New Year desserts
Soft drinks: mineral water with or without gas, cola, lemonade pear/tarragon/bavaria
Alcoholic beverages: champagne
The VERDI restaurant at the Park Hotel Vladikavkaz. New Year's banquet and show program in ethno-national style. Vladikavkaz, Kotsoeva St., 73a. Age restrictions: from 6 years old. Start: 22:00. End time: 04:00
Children from 6 to 12 years old: 4000 rubles — veranda (2000 rubles deposit), 4000 rubles — hall (2000 rubles deposit) The price includes: concert and entertainment program and dinner.
Buffet with an Ossetian accent, a deposit for dinner.
Host of the evening: Alan Biragov
Vocals: Georgy Urtaev
The Ossetian Santa Claus
National dances
Dowler group "The Power of Sound"
Professional photographer
The CUPRUM restaurant at the Vladikavkaz Hotel. New Year's banquet and show program in ethno-national style. Vladikavkaz, Kotsoeva St., 75. Age restrictions: from 6 years. Beginning: 23:00.
Adults: 6000 rubles per person (3000 rubles entrance, 3000 rubles deposit). Children under 10 years old: 3000 rubles.
The price includes a concert and entertainment program and dinner.
Dj BeeGee
DJ KHAZ
vocals by Eva Weiss
Santa Claus and the Snow Maiden
A la carte orders, dinner deposit
The BELUGA restaurant at the Azimut Park Hotel 4*. Kaspiysk, M. Khalilova str., 3. The concert program starts at 22:00. End time: 04:00
Cost per person (green area): 10000 rub.
Children's menu (up to 9 years old inclusive): 5000 rub.
gathering of guests
seating and registration in the drawing
show group "Dagi" dance numbers and incendiary lezginka
live music
a presenter with an unforgettable holiday program
congratulations from Santa Claus and the Snow Maiden
raffles for gifts and prizes
live broadcast of the Russian President's New Year's address
Assorted cheeses (Parmesan, Dagestan cheese, Russian) and honey
Fruit plate (orange, pear, apple, grape)
Assorted vegetables
Bruschetta with salmon and caviar
Mini buns
Water with gas, without gas (Mever, Growl-Su) to choose from, New Year's lemonade
Sparkling wine Di Caspico (one glass)
Salads / one to choose from:
Olivier
Herring under a fur coat according to a homemade recipe
Caesar with chicken
Salad with pink tomatoes and avocado
Salad with crispy eggplant
Greek
Hot dishes / one to choose from:
Trout on the grill
Pike perch in orange sauce with baked potatoes
Lamb kebab with eggplant and tomato
Chicken with mushrooms and rice sauce
Lamb kebab with vegetable side dish
Panoramic restaurant at the MONTO 4* hotel, Makhachkala. The restaurant's terrace offers beautiful views of the city and the mountains. Address: 53 Irchi Kazaka str., building 1, Makhachkala. The concert program starts at 22:30. End time: 3:00
The cost per person is 6000 rubles. Alcohol is additionally charged on site.
Salads: egoist, mango with shrimp, roast beef, crispy eggplant;
Flour dishes: miracle with greens, miracle with meat;
Hot dishes: meat set (lamb shish kebab, veal, lula, baked potatoes, sumac, red onion, lavash), pistols;
Soft drinks: water without gas, water with gas, Mojito lemonade, berry mix lemonade, black tea, green tea;
Alcoholic beverages: sparkling wine.
Is it possible to take into account the individual characteristics of food on the tour?
Individual nutrition characteristics are NOT taken into account in the tour.
Is the group accompanied by one guide throughout the tour?
Guides may change throughout the tour, but the tour coordinator is always the same.
What kind of car is used for excursions?
Depending on the place and locations of the excursions, transport can be provided with different capacities:
Minibuses with a capacity of up to 19 people and tourist buses with a capacity of up to 50 people.
In group tours, all seats available in vehicles are offered for seating.
The seating on the buses is arbitrary.
Will I need to take cash with me, or will I be able to pay with a card everywhere?
It is necessary to take cash. Card payment is poorly distributed in the regions. You can withdraw cash from your card at ATMs in major cities.
The monetary unit is the Russian ruble.
Will there be air conditioning in my room?
The availability of air conditioning in the room is not guaranteed. Please specify more information at the time of booking.
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
Additional medical insurance is not included in the price of the tour. If desired, you can apply for insurance on the website of a Large Country without commission directly from insurance companies.
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.
Dates and Prices
The tour dates are not confirmed yet. Please, for clarification
My son and I visited Dagestan and Chechnya in February, and we absolutely loved it! The nature there is incredible!!! Mountains, gorges, waterfalls, and lakes everywhere. The experience was truly unforgettable and impossible to put into words! The hospitality of the people, the warm welcome, and the delicious cuisine of the North Caucasus will stay in our hearts forever! One thing is certain: this definitely won’t be our last trip to these regions!
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Marina
about provider
8 Jun, 2026
The providers did an outstanding job!!!
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Alyona
about provider
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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