Mountains, sands, carpets — real Dagestan in 5 days! Everything is included

This tour is for those who want to see Dagestan for what it really is: with traditions, history and a living soul.

In 5 days you will visit the main locations: Khunzakh, the former capital of the powerful Avar Khanate, the spectacular Sulak Canyon with its turquoise waters, stroll through ancient Derbent and find yourself among the sands of the Sarykum dune. 

Everything is thought out to the smallest detail. You will not just look at Dagestan, but experience it through people, atmosphere and culture. The trip will be unforgettable!

Location

Republic of Dagestan, Makhachkala
from
$758
+ tickets to the starting point of the tour
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Duration
5 days
4 nights
Departures
12 - 16 Jun
22 - 26 Jun
12 - 16 Jul
21 - 25 Jul
1 - 5 Aug
10 - 14 Aug
10 - 14 Sep
21 - 25 Sep
Accommodation
  • or
    Guest House, Hotel
    1 night
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 4 to 19 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
Republic of Dagestan, Makhachkala
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

A desert among mountains
We will visit the Sarykum dune, a majestic natural monument, the largest in Europe.
Immersion in culture
We will see ancient fortresses, villages and feel the living history of Dagestan.
Generational Art
We will take part in a master class on creating a real Dagestan carpet.
Boat trip
We will sail by boat along the turquoise surface of the Chirkeysky reservoir
The Caspian Monster
Let's be impressed by the look of the Soviet experimental Lun ekranoplane
As in the picture
Let's take a lot of vivid photos against the background of amazing landscapes

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Evening walk in Makhachkala

    You arrive in Makhachkala, a city at the foot of the mountains, where your journey begins.

    From 16:00 to 18:00 Moscow time, we will meet you at the airport or at the railway station, help you check into a cozy hotel and give you time to relax a little.

    It is possible to arrange a paid transfer at other times.

    In the evening, there will be a friendly dinner where you will meet the group and taste the local cuisine for the first time. A warm atmosphere and delicious dishes await you.

    Evening walk around Makhachkala: Tarki observation deck, majestic Juma Mosque, central square and Rasul Gamzatov Avenue.

    The city opens its lights like a kind host opening its doors.

    Check-in at the hotel (Makhachkala).

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  • Day 2 - Sarykum dune, Sulak Canyon with a boat ride
  • Day 3 - Towers of Goor and the Troll's Tongue
  • Day 4 - Hunzah and Matlas
  • Day 5 - Derbent. Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • or
    Guest House, Hotel
    1 night
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale

The tour provides accommodation in hotels along the route. 

The cost of the tour for 1 person with double occupancy, depending on the date of arrival, in rubles:

ArrivalsCost
30.04-04.05, 11.05-15.05, 24.05-28.0549 890
12.06-16.06, 22.06-26.0654 990 
12.07-16.0758 890
21.07-25.0755 000
01.08-05.08, 10.08-14.0858 890
10.09-14.09, 21.09-25.0956 000 

The possible hotel options are presented below. It can be replaced with similar ones. 

Ethno Boutique Hotel or Ritsa Mini-Hotel or 1 night
Ethno Boutique Hotel

The Ethno Boutique Hotel is located in Makhachkala, not far from the Russia – My History Museum.

The rooms have comfortable furniture, bathrooms with rain showers, hair dryers, LCD TVs and high-speed Wi-Fi. There is a veranda

Refrigerators and electric kettles are installed. Guests can try local cuisine in cafes or restaurants located within walking distance.

The stunning nature and famous sights will leave many pleasant memories. The distance to the railway station is 1.7 km, to the airport – 20.8 km.

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Another option
Ritsa Mini-Hotel

Ritsa is located in Makhachkala. The nearest beach is 550 meters away.

The hotel has 10 rooms of various categories. They are equipped with beds, wardrobes, refrigerators, satellite TVs, air conditioners, Wi-Fi, bathrooms with a set of hygiene products and a hairdryer.

The breakfast at the hotel is continental with elements of national cuisine. There are cafes, restaurants and grocery stores within walking distance.

The distance to the airport is 23.6 km.

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Another option
MoonLit Mini Hotel

The cozy mini-hotel is located a few kilometers from Lake Vuzovsky in Makhachkala. 

Each room has a comfortable bed, Wi-Fi, and an individual air conditioning system. There is a washing machine on the floor.

There are many restaurants and cafes nearby.

Uytash Airport is 22.2 km away, while the train station is 2.2 km away.

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Another option
The Leningrad Hotel

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. 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 tea set. On the ground floor there is a restaurant "Tao Fish & Grill" and a bar "Vip lounge".

Guests can visit the Avar Theater named after Gamzat Tsadasa, 550 m away, take a walk in the City Garden, 590 m away, or on the embankment, 500 m away. The train station is 1.6 km away, and the airport is 23 km away.

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The Dahadaev Hotel or Eagle's Nest Tourist Base or 2 nights
Ancient Darbant Boutique Hotel or The Citadel Hotel 1 night

Tour conditions

Group
From 4 to 19 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Group meets at
Republic of Dagestan, Makhachkala

Included in price

  • transfer from Makhachkala airport or railway station (from 16:00 to 18:00 Moscow time) and back;
  • accommodation in trusted hotels;
  • licensed guides;
  • comfortable, updated transport with reliable, experienced drivers;
  • master classes;
  • nutrition:
    • Day 1 — dinner;
    • Day 2 — breakfast, lunch, dinner; 
    • Day 3 — breakfast, lunch, dinner;
    • Day 4 — breakfast, lunch, dinner;
    • Day 5 — breakfast, lunch.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Makhachkala and back;
  • transfer to a time other than the recommended one;
  • meals not specified in the program;
  • personal expenses.

It's important to know

Are tickets included in the price of the tour?

Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

Is insurance included in the price of the tour?

Dates and Prices

  • $758
    12 – 16 Jun 5 days 4 nights
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  • $758
    22 – 26 Jun 5 days 4 nights
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  • $812
    12 – 16 Jul 5 days 4 nights
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  • $758
    21 – 25 Jul 5 days 4 nights
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  • $812
    1 – 5 Aug 5 days 4 nights
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