Dagestan Atlantis. Autumn trip

Breakfast at the guest house.

Dagestan is translated as "the land of mountains" for a reason, and on this journey we will discover for you the hidden corners of the mountainous part of the republic. The old Kahib or Dagestan Atlantis hid on the mountainside, the houses here seem to grow out of the rock, reliably hiding their inhabitants from the gaze of outsiders. You will walk among the ancient ruins, admiring the architecture and landscape of the ancient settlement.

Old Goor is a real pearl of Dagestan. The name of the village translates as "windy", and be careful, not only the wind blows away here, but also impressions. It is here that you will take gorgeous photos in the "troll language", so named by one of the first tourists, which of course is a reference to the Norwegian landmark, and is not one iota inferior to it in beauty. You will see the ancient watchtowers, which are protected by the state, and keep the legends of bygone centuries. 

After the walk, you will go to Novy Goor, where you will have a hearty lunch with a hospitable Avar family.

Our next point will be the famous Saltinsky waterfall. In the Gunib district, near the village of Salta, there is an unusual Saltinsky waterfall – the only underground waterfall in Dagestan. This unique place is included in the TOP 10 natural attractions of the republic. Since 1983, it has been a natural monument of regional importance. An incredible picture opens up before you: through the rocks, from a 20-meter height, a waterfall bursts into the gorge with a powerful pressure, forming a reservoir under itself in which you can swim. The view and atmosphere of this place are indescribable!

If daylight permits, after the waterfall, we will visit the village of Gunib*. This is a real open-air museum, a natural mining and botanical garden with its own microclimate, flora and fauna. The history of the Caucasian War is connected with the village of Gunib. It was here that it ended in 1859. The surroundings of the fatal village inspired Aivazovsky and other artists with their landscapes. Dinner can also be arranged here for an additional fee.

Return to the guest house.

*The tour operator reserves the right to choose the final program of the second day.

Breakfast at the guest house. Room release.

Today we will continue to explore mountainous Dagestan and get acquainted with the traditions of the Avar people.

Gamsutl is the famous abandoned village of Dagestan, located at an altitude of 1,500 meters above sea level. Gamsutl is full of legends and tall tales, and among the cluster of deserted houses of the "Dagestan Machu Picchu" only the wind and brave tourists wandering here walk. Rocky mountains, man-made terraces and the traditional architecture of the village will immerse us in the special atmosphere of the way of life of the highlanders.

At lunch, we are waiting for the already familiar national dishes of the Avars: hinkal, botishal and apricot porridge.

After Gamsutl, we will go to another iconic place in Dagestan — Chokh, amazing in its beauty. The village is an open-air architectural museum. The traditional architecture of the highlanders is still preserved here, represented by a stepped, usually 2-3-storey building of steep mountain slopes. Chaotic narrow streets, the yellow color of natural stone and the number of storeys of buildings give the village of Choh the appearance of a medieval eastern city.

Check-in at a hotel in Derbent.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free day. On the fourth day, you will have the opportunity to join day trips for an additional fee to choose from:

• Hunzah;
• Kubachi;
• Ahty.

Either spend this day in Derbent, visit the beach or any other activity.

Breakfast at the hotel. Room release.

The first stop is at the Lun ekranoplane, a brilliant creation of Soviet engineering. Well preserved to this day, which was preserved for several years in the coastal zone of the city of Kaspiysk, now it is waiting for the day when it proudly spreads its wings in the center of the Patriot Park under construction.

A visit to the citadel of Naryn-Kala will reveal to you the ancient history of the fortress, which for hundreds of years protected the city from the invasion of nomads and conquerors. Preserved for posterity, it is a symbol of courage and invincibility of the peoples of the Caucasus.

While walking through the narrow streets of the old town, enveloped in the aromas of fresh pastries, you will feel the unique oriental flavor of Derbent

In order to take away not only memories, but also memorable gifts, the program includes a visit to a souvenir shop where you can buy products from local craftsmen, tea, sweets and much more.

Group transfer to the airport and railway station Makhachkala on departure.

Departure time from Dagestan is after 18:00.