Mountainous Dagestan is the Emperor's path. Trekking

Hiking tour in Dagestan is an organized trip on foot through the beautiful mountainous places of the region. During the tour, participants go on trekking routes that allow them to enjoy the picturesque landscapes and ancient fortresses.

In the walking part there is a descent along the trail to the Sulak Canyon, an ascent to the Kegers plateau, the road from the village of Chokh to the ancient ghost village of Gamsutl, as well as an ascent to Mount Mayak and a hike along the path of Emperor Alexander II.

Extreme entertainment on the tour: rafting and quad bikes, as in a real adventure, optional zipline and bungee jumping. The bonus is the national Dagestani cuisine, the cordiality and hospitality of the locals.

Location

the city of Makhachkala
from
$855
$795
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Duration
8 Days
7 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 13 – 20 April, 2025
    • 20 – 27 April, 2025
    • 27 April – 4 May, 2025
    • 4 – 11 May, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
  • Guest House
    6 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Challenging
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health
Group
Up to 12 people
Minimum age
12 years old
Group meet at
the city of Makhachkala
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The story of the ghost village
"Machu Picchu" of Dagestan, a ghost village on the top of Gamsutlmeera, an aul of eternal peace, unsolved mysteries and unearthly beauty
Nature of the Caucasus
Let's breathe in the mountain air of Dagestan and feel the full power of the Caucasus Mountains
Rafting on a mountain river
A few hours of rafting with an experienced rapids and whirlpools instructor will add drive to the trip
National cuisine
Let's try the most delicious and unusual dishes of the southern republic
The desert in Russia
We will visit a stationary sand giant outside the desert, which harbors a huge number of rare plants and birds
A flying trip
Let's feel the drive and ride ATVs

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Makhachkala

    We meet guests from 9:00 to 19:00 at Makhachkala airport or at the railway station. 

    After checking into the hotel, you will have free time, the opportunity to relax after the road or see the city on your own. 

    We will tell you what to see on this day in Makhachkala, where to have lunch with national dishes, and for dinner we will gather the whole group to get acquainted.

    Meeting of tourists: from 9:00 to 19:00.

    Accommodation: hotel, Makhachkala.

    Meals: welcome dinner.

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  • Day 2 - Sarykum dune. Walking route: Sulak trail. Boating
  • Day 3 - Gunib village. Gunib fortress. Mayak Mountain
  • Day 4 - Aul Choh. Hamsutl Ghost Village
  • Day 5 - The Keger plateau. Saltinskaya gorge. Underground Saltinsky Waterfall
  • Day 6 - Rafting. ATV riding
  • Day 7 - Gunib village. The Emperor's Path. Karadakh Gorge
  • Day 8 - Makhachkala. Departure home
Difficulty
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health
Tour organizer's comments

Difficult, requires excellent physical fitness and a high level of endurance.

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
    1 night
  • Guest House
    6 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale

The tour provides accommodation in hotels in 2-, 3-bed rooms, in guest houses in 2-, 3-bed rooms.

Find out more information about the conditions of your stay when booking a tour.

The surcharge for 1-bed accommodation is 17,500 rubles./ the entire period of the tour.

"Metropol" 1 night

The Metropol Hotel is waiting for its guests in Makhachkala. Wi-Fi, parking, billiard room, laundry, ironing facilities, sauna and more are at your disposal.

Each of these rooms has an excellent atmosphere for your relaxation. There is everything here to make your stay comfortable and bring only positive emotions from staying in this place.

There is a chic restaurant on site where you can pamper yourself with masterpieces from different cuisines of the world, as well as have a great time.

For various events, there is a conference room with all the necessary equipment for your success.

Within walking distance of shops, cafes, attractions, green parks of the city, as well as public transport stops, which will facilitate movement on the ground. The railway station is just a 10-minute drive away.

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Khadija Guest House or Guest house "Guest House Height" 6 nights

Tour conditions

Group
up to 12 tourists
Minimum age
12 years old
Duration
8 days 7 nights
Group meets at
the city of Makhachkala

Included in price

  • accommodation in 2-, 3-bed rooms with all amenities;
  • transportation services on the route;
  • transfer: airport — hotel — airport;
  • guide services;
  • environmental fees of nature reserves;
  • entrance tickets to cultural and recreation facilities according to the tour program;
  • nutrition: breakfasts, picnics on the routes, dinners;
  • Welcome dinner;
  • a boat trip through the canyon.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Makhachkala and back;
  • private transfer;
  • meals not specified in the tour program;
  • excursions not included in the tour program;
  • entrance tickets to cultural and recreation facilities outside the tour program;
  • single occupancy — 17,500 rubles / the entire period of the tour.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • swimwear and outfits for photo shoots;
  • personal first aid kit and insect repellent (if necessary);
  • waterproof windproof jacket and trousers;
  • a raincoat (preferably not a disposable one) or a membrane jacket;
  • Sunglasses and cream: the sun is very active in the mountains;
  • track suit;
  • trekking boots with tread, or sneakers like "Salomon Speed Cross" (running shoes without tread are categorically not suitable). Shoes must be worn out, not new;
  • trekking poles (if you don't have them, you can take ski poles);
  • backpack and "seat";
  • elastic bandage;

Please do not take excessively low-cut clothes with you, shorts should not be above the knee, men should make do with light sweatpants. Women are advised to take a light knee-length dress with closed shoulders for walks, excursions and crossings.

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Dates and Prices

  • from
    $795
    13 – 20 Apr, 2025 8 days 7 nights
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  • from
    $795
    20 – 27 Apr, 2025 8 days 7 nights
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  • from
    $886
    27 Apr – 4 May, 2025 8 days 7 nights
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  • from
    $886
    4 – 11 May, 2025 8 days 7 nights
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  • from
    $886
    11 – 18 May, 2025 8 days 7 nights
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