Legends of Dagestan. National Route

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This journey will reveal for us where the early capital of the Khazar Khaganate was located, what natural objects of Dagestan Alexander Dumas admired, what events of the Caucasian War are depicted in the paintings of great artists Franz Roubaud, Konstantin Aivazovsky, Theodore Gorshelt, which keep the secrets of the Great Silk Road and the legends of ancient Derbent.

The program includes: Sulak Canyon, Gamsutl, Gunib, ancient Derbent, Makhachkala and the Nokhyo cave complex.

Location

Republic of Dagestan, Makhachkala

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Tour highlights

Ancient folk crafts

Let's plunge into the life of craftsmen, take part in master classes in ceramics, carving and carpet weaving

Spectacular bends of the Sulak Canyon

Let's experience the feeling of flying, standing on the edge of the deepest canyon in Europe, at the bottom of which the river runs like an emerald ribbon

The oriental flavor of Derbent

Take a walk through the narrow streets of the old town, shrouded in the aromas of fresh pastries

Delicious Caucasian hospitality

The main legend of Dagestan is the local cuisine! An extravaganza of traditional dishes and a gastronomic master class awaits us

Stone labyrinths of caves

Let's explore the Nohyo cave complex — these are three caves connected by a suspension bridge at a height of 60 m

Boat trip

A speedboat ride through the largest reservoir in the North Caucasus will provide us with vivid emotions

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting. Makhachkala. Acquaintance with the folk crafts of Dagestan
Gathering of the group at the airport of Makhachkala.
The recommended arrival time is before 13:00.
Group transfers:
Uytash airport;
The Capital Hotel;
railway station, Makhachkala.
Our tour begins with the most pleasant part of it — traditional Caucasian hospitality.
In order to plunge into the world of legendary Caucasian cuisine, we are going to lunch.
We will visit the heart of Makhachkala – the central Juma mosque or "Yusuf Bey Jami", admire its architecture and plunge into peace and quiet.
Next, we will go to the Alibek Takho-Godi National Museum (entrance fees are extra), after which we will visit the Holy Dormition Cathedral.
And now let's take a closer look at the folk crafts of Dagestan.
To do this, we will head to the NHP center, where we will take part in a master class on Balkhara ceramics.
Craftsmen from the village of Balkhar specialize in the manufacture of jugs, mugs, bowls and other vessels, decorated mainly with white fine paintings.
We will complete our acquaintance with the city with a walk along the Rhodope Boulevard, named after the Rhodope mountain range located in Bulgaria.
Briefly immerse yourself in the leisurely life of carefree townspeople, for whom the boulevard is a favorite place for walks.
Transfer to the hotel for check-in, free time.

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Day 2 - Untsukul and his craft. The village of Gunib
Breakfast at the hotel.
After passing through the longest road tunnel in Russia, 4304 m long, you will find yourself in the heart of Dagestan.
Along the way, you will find the strict peaks of the rocky mountains, the Gimrinskaya Tower, where the first imam of Dagestan fell in battle.
Today we are waiting for a master class on untsukul products.
The business card of an ancient Dagestan village is a special metal notch on wood.
At the master class, you will get acquainted with the craft that glorified Untsukul, learn what types of wood are used, how the pattern is selected and applied, and what helps to give the products durability.
Having been guests of the Untsukult people, we keep on our way and make a stop almost in the heart of mountainous Dagestan.
Here we will pause our thoughts and enjoy the incredible beauty of these majestic mountains and the emerald waters of the Irganai reservoir.
Inspired by the views, we will go to lunch, where dishes of traditional Avar cuisine will be presented.
After lunch, we explore the mountainous village of Gunib.
The history of this village is inextricably linked with the name of Imam Shamil and the end of the long Caucasian war.
The Museum of Local Lore will introduce us to the history of the village and the way of life of its inhabitants.
And during a walk through the Verkhny Gunib Nature Park, we will visit places associated with the end of the Caucasian War on the territory of Dagestan.
Return to the hotel.

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Day 3 - Sulak Canyon. Nokhyo Cave Complex
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today we are waiting for the most recognizable attraction of Dagestan, the deepest canyon in Europe.
The famous green ribbon of the Sulak Canyon, winding between the narrow rocks, sparkling in the sun, carries its waters from the Chirkeyskaya hydroelectric dam to the Miatlinskaya dam.
From the observation deck of the village of Dubki, you will have a view of its most spectacular bends.
Vivid emotions will be provided by riding a speedboat through the largest reservoir in the North Caucasus (for an additional fee of 700 rubles).
Our lunch will be held on the territory of the Rahat tourist complex, where we will be offered delicious trout or barbecue to choose from.
And to add even more vivid emotions to this day, after lunch (for an additional fee — 500 rubles) we will go to explore the Nokhyo cave complex, which consists of three caves connected by a suspension bridge at an altitude of 60 meters from the water surface of the Sulak River.
Return to the hotel.

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Day 4 - Ancient Derbent. Master classes
Breakfast at the hotel.
Our excursion program ends with a walk through ancient Derbent.
We begin our acquaintance with Derbent with the citadel of Naryn-Kala, where we will be told about the ancient history of the fortress, which for hundreds of years protected the city from the invasion of nomads and conquerors.
Leaving the fortress behind, we will stroll through the narrow streets of the old town, shrouded in the aromas of fresh pastries, here we will definitely feel the unique oriental flavor of Derbent.
Ancient historical and architectural monuments have been preserved in the old city in an extraordinary way, including one of the five oldest mosques in the world — the Juma Mosque built in 733.
To take away not only memories, but also memorable gifts, the program includes a visit to the oriental bazaar and a souvenir shop where you can buy local artisan products, tea, sweets and much more.
After visiting the historical part of Derbent, we will have a Dagestan national immersive meal, a gastronomic master class and a carpet weaving master class at the Derbent ethnodome.
After lunch, we will walk along the new city embankment and the section of the street of the Tourist Mile project.
And we will end our day with a visit to the largest multimedia fountain in Russia.
Return to the hotel.

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Day 5 - Free time. Departure
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free time.
During the holiday season — beach holidays.
Transfer of the group to the airport and railway station from 12:00 to 19:00.
At any time other than the specified group transfer, self-transfer at any convenient time on your own.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

4 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

Placement	Type of placement	Cost
Capital 3*	2, 3-local	29 900
	1-local	41 900
	Children under 12 years old	26 910
*Leningrad 3 (on request)**	2, 3-local	39 900
	1-local	55 900
	Children under 12 years old	35 910
*Monto 4 (on request)**	2, 3-local	46 900
	1-local	66 900
	Children under 12 years old	42 210

"Leningrad"

Room amenities, standard room.

The Leningrad Hotel is located in the Sovetsky district of the city, opposite the Russian Drama Theater, on Rasul Gamzatov Avenue.

Rooms of the "Standard" and "Suite" categories are available for accommodation. All of them are equipped with air conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi, plasma TV, comfortable furniture, bathroom with shower and hairdryer.

The rooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a tea set. On the ground floor there is a restaurant "Tao Fish & Grill" and a bar "Vip lounge".

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Another option

Capital

The Capital Hotel is located in the very center of Makhachkala, and has excellent transport links. The city's railway station is a 16-minute drive away, and Makhachkala International Airport is less than half an hour away.

All comfortable rooms at the Kapital Hotel have cable TV, air conditioning and a private bathroom.

In the on-site restaurant, guests always have the opportunity to taste both European cuisine and traditional Caucasian cuisine.

The Samursky Forest and the Narynkola Fortress are located next to the hotel. There is also a bus stop, shops and cafes within walking distance. The ancient city of Derbent is two hours away by car.

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"Monto"

Monto Hotel is located in Makhachkala. For the convenience of guests, there is a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, and free Wi-Fi throughout the complex.

Guests can stay in comfortable rooms of different categories. Each room is equipped with everything you need, including modern appliances, comfortable furniture, air conditioning, an individual bathroom with a set of toiletries and towels. A safe and a mini-bar will be a nice bonus.

Guests can dine at the rooftop restaurant of the hotel, or by visiting nearby cafes of Caucasian and European cuisine, stylish coffee shops and pastry shops.

Within walking distance from the Monto Hotel there is a shopping center, the Multiland children's complex, as well as many grocery and clothing stores.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 17 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

5 days 4 nights

Group meets at

Republic of Dagestan, Makhachkala

Included in price

transportation service according to the tour program;
guided tour service according to the tour program;
hotel stay — 5 days/4 nights;
meals: breakfast at the hotel, lunch according to the tour program;
entrance tickets to the tourist show facilities;
master classes;
national immersive meal.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Makhachkala and back;
Meals: dinners;
travel insurance for the period of the tour starting from 500 rubles/person.;
boat trip along the Chirkeysky reservoir from 700 rubles/person.;
entrance tickets to the Nokhyo cave complex — 500 rub.;
entrance tickets to the Tahoe-Godi Museum.

It's important to know

passport;
telephone;
phone charging + powerbank;
medicines, from the general take nosp, strepils, patch, paracetamol;
moisturizing cream;
antiseptic;
toothpaste and brush;
shampoo gel;
hairbrush;
deodorant;
swimsuit;
towel;
underwear and socks;
T-shirts;
comfortable shoes and flip-flops;
comfortable things according to the weather.

Clothes should not be open and provocative. Do not forget, you are going to the republic with a different mentality, it is necessary to respect the customs and traditions of the local population. For women, a headscarf for visiting mosques and temples.

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