Lights of spring Dagestan with arrival on Wednesday

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Picturesque waterfalls and canyons, abandoned villages and ancient cities, mosques and fortresses — all this awaits you in early spring in Dagestan.

During a short trip to one of the Caucasian republics, you will take a lot of photos against the background of magnificent mountains and feel the special atmosphere of this hospitable region of Russia!

Arrivals on Wednesdays: weekly from 03/06/2024.

Location

the city of Makhachkala

Sightseeing tours

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Tour highlights

Sulak Canyon

Let's admire the beauty of nature's creation, which stretches across the territory of Dagestan for tens of kilometers

The ghost village

Let's find out what mysteries the once densely populated and majestic mountain village keeps

Authentic Caucasian cuisine

Let's try fragrant and juicy dishes of Caucasian cuisine

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival, Sarykum barkhan, sightseeing tour of Makhachkala
13:00 Gathering of the group from the central hotel in Makhachkala: ZHAK, Irchi Kazaka str., 31A.
13:15 Gathering of the group at the railway station in Makhachkala.
13:45 Gathering of the group at Makhachkala airport.
14:00 The beginning of the program of the day.
The program of the day:
Sarykum Barkhan — sightseeing tour of Makhachkala: a port city, a young capital.
Transfer and accommodation to the hotel, Izberbash/Kaspiysk.

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Day 2 - Gamsutl, Chokh, Karadakh gorge
Breakfast at 07:00.
The program of the day starts at 07:30:transfer to the Gunib district — ghost village Gamsutl — panorama of the mountainous village of Chokh — Karadakh gorge.
Lunch (included in the price).
Transfer and accommodation to the hotel, Izberbash/Kaspiysk.
The mileage per day is 315 km, the duration is 9 hours.
The order of excursions on the second and third days of the program may vary.

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Day 3 - Ekranoplan Lun, sightseeing tour of Derbent
08:00 The beginning of the day's program.
The program of the day:
Transfer to South Dagestan — Lun ekranoplan — sightseeing tour of Derbent: the fortress wall of Dagh-Bars, Juma mosque, a walk through the magals of the old city — the citadel of Naryn-Kala.
Lunch (included in the price).
Transfer and accommodation to the hotel, Izberbash/Kaspiysk
Mileage per day is 190 km, duration is 8-9 hours.
The order of excursions on the second and third days of the program may vary.

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Day 4 - Sulak canyon, Yantarnoye fishery, departure
07:30 The beginning of the day's program
The program of the day:
Sulak Canyon — observation decks with views of the Sulak Canyon, boat trip along the Chirkeysky reservoir — Yantarnoye fishery.
Attention: skiing in the Chirkeysky reservoir is temporarily replaced by visiting the Nokhyo caves.
Lunch (included in the price).
The mileage per day is 280 km, the duration is 8 hours.
15:00 Transfer to the airport/ Makhachkala railway station for evening flights /trains, later than 18:00.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

3 nights

Comfort

Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel.

The cost of the tour PER ROOM, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

Placement	The validity period of the price / arrival date	Twin/Double	Single	Triple*	2Ad+1Ch
Okean 3* Group of Companies, Izberbash	01.03.2023 - 06.04.2024	50000	34000	72000	69000
AZIMUT 4* Hotel, Kaspiysk	03.03, 06.03, 10.03, 17.03, 24.03, 31.03.2024	56000	42000	78000	71000

* for triple accommodation, hotels along the route provide DBL/TWN + additional. a bed or sofa, or three separate beds (depending on the hotel's facilities).

Twin— double room (has two separate beds).

Double — double room (one double bed).

Single — single room.

Triple— for triple accommodation, hotels/camp sites along the route provide DBL/TWN + additional. a bed or sofa, or three separate beds (depending on the hotel's facilities).

2Ad+1Ch — room for two adults and a child, from 7 to 12 years old inclusive.

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

The Ocean Hotel

The Ocean Hotel is located on the seashore in Izberbash, 100 meters from the city beach. There is also a bar and a terrace on site. It offers a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi in all areas. Room service is available. Guests can book family rooms.

All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a refrigerator, a kettle and a hairdryer. There is also a shower. All rooms at the hotel have a seating area.

You can play table tennis at the Okean Hotel.

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Another option

AZIMUT Hotel

AZIMUT Kaspiysk Hotel is located in Kaspiysk, 1.3 km from Laguna Beach.

It offers a restaurant, free private parking, a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness center. The reception is open 24 hours a day.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the complex. Room service is also available.

The hotel has a bar. Some units also have a kitchen, equipped with a microwave, a refrigerator, and a minibar. A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the hotel.

At AZIMUT Kaspiysk Hotel, guests can relax on the terrace.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 19 tourists

Minimum age

10 years old

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

the city of Makhachkala

Included in price

group transfers from Makhachkala airport and railway station on the first day of the tour upon arrival;
group transfer to the airport and railway station of Makhachkala upon departure on the final day of the tour;
accommodation at the hotel according to the tour program;
guided tours with professional guides and qualified drivers;
meals: breakfast at the hotel + 3 lunches along the tour route;
entrance tickets to the sites of visits according to the excursion program, environmental fees of nature reserves.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Makhachkala and back;
excursions, entertainment and entrance tickets to facilities not included in the tour program;
individual transfers from / to the airport and railway station of Makhachkala, as well as any individual transport service;
meals not specified in the tour program.

It's important to know

travel clothes should be, first of all, comfortable. Take with you what you usually wear for hiking and recreation;
for visiting protected areas and mountain gorges, sneakers with durable and non-slip 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 of the season;
clothing covering the shoulders and arms during daytime hours of active sun;
When visiting shrines, appropriate clothing will be needed: women must wear clothes to the mosque that will cover the entire body, only the face and hands remain open, pants are not allowed. It is enough for men to wear trousers and a shirt with sleeves to visit the mosque.

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!