Mesmerizing autumn-winter Dagestan

Let's start today with a visit to probably the warmest place in Dagestan, and it's no wonder, because it should be warm in the desert, even hot.

We will walk barefoot through the dune, and then we will go to the deepest canyon — Sulak canyon.

A thin blue thread of the river stretches through the mountain range — this is the Sulak Canyon.

It's an amazing sight when you stand at an altitude of 800 meters above sea level and see a river under your feet, at a dizzying depth, along which small boats scurry.

But, we will ride on such boats ourselves, only our skating will be on a huge man—made sea - the Chirkeysky reservoir.

Timing of the day:

• 9:00 departure;
• 9:40 barkhan Sary-Kum;
• 12:00 Sulak Canyon;
• 15:00 boat tour of the reservoir;
• 18:30 accommodation in Makhachkala.

Location: Makhachkala.

Meals: breakfast at the hotel.

The village of Gunib is located on a high mountain of unusual shape, its edges are raised, and in the center there is a depression.

Aul Gunib is climbing the slope of this mountain.

The fate of this small village is such that many famous people have visited it and even one of the representatives of the imperial family lived for a while.

Everything related to the history of this village will be told to us at the local museum, and after that, we will take a walk through its sights.

After exploring the high mountain village, we will go down and visit a very unusual waterfall.

Timing of the day:

• 8:00 departure;
• 12:30 p.m. guided tours;
• 20:00 accommodation in Makhachkala.

Location: Makhachkala.

Meals: breakfast at the hotel.

Dagestan resembles a huge casket filled to the brim with fascinating things.

The Khunzakh plateau, which stretches at an altitude of about two kilometers, attracts travelers with its waterfalls.

Here we will visit the house where Rasul Gamzatov grew up.

The stone bowl is another mystery of these places, when and why did it appear?

Well, how can you not try one of the most delicious and healthy dishes of Dagestan — urbech!

Today you will visit the workshop where it is made using ancient technologies and learn about its useful qualities.

Timing of the day:

• 8:00 departure;
• 11:30 guided tour;
• 20:00 accommodation in Makhachkala.

Location: Makhachkala.

Meals: breakfast at the hotel.

The fortress of Naryn-Kala appeared on the ancient trade route back in the IV century and since then has always towered over the sprawling city at its foot.

Many centuries have passed over the ancient city, but it continues to live and develop, being both ancient and young.

Not every city has such a story.

Timing of the day:

• 9:00 departure for the route;
• 12:00 Derbent;
• 14:30 Naryn-Kala fortress tour, magala walk, embankment;
• 20:00 accommodation in Makhachkala.

Location: Makhachkala.

Meals: breakfast at the hotel.

Today our way lies to two ancient villages of Kahib and Goor.

Here we will try authentic local cuisine, prepared with love and tradition by the residents of the village.

We will learn not only about their traditional dishes, but also about the life of the locals, their customs and culture, and visit the famous Troll language.

Timing of the day:

• 8:00 departure;
• 12:00 Kahib;
• 14:00 lunch with local residents;
• 15:00 Goor. The Troll's Language;
• 20:00 accommodation in Makhachkala.

Location: Makhachkala.

Meals: breakfast at the hotel.

Among the huge variety of traditional crafts, perhaps one stands out for its unusual nature, this is the Untsukul metal carving on wood.

Today you will not only see how it is all made, but also try to make something yourself.

The Irganai reservoir is an artificial reservoir that appeared due to the construction of one of the many hydroelectric power plants, but it is so beautiful that no one can drive past and not admire it.

Timing of the day:

• 9:00 departure;
• 11:30 Irganai reservoir;
• 12:30 p.m. Uncool with a master class on making a pendant;
• 18:00 accommodation in Makhachkala.

Location: Makhachkala.

Meals: breakfast at the hotel.

We suggest visiting the local market, where the aromas of fruits and herbs make your head spin.

Pamper your loved ones with the generous gifts of the local nature, and come back to us for more interesting stories.

Transfer from Makhachkala to the airport from 09:00 to 19:00.

Meals: breakfast at the hotel.

If you want to visit the local market on your own, we recommend that you leave at 12:00 and later.