The lights of Dagestan. Spring break with arrival on Sunday

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We will get acquainted with the most beautiful republic of the Caucasus in the early spring — Dagestan!

We will see picturesque waterfalls and canyons, abandoned villages and ancient cities, mosques and fortresses, take a lot of photos against the background of snow-capped mountains and feel the special atmosphere of this hospitable region of Russia!

Arrivals on Sundays.

Location

the city of Makhachkala

Sightseeing tours

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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)

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Tour highlights

The Spirit of ancient Derbent

We will walk through the magals of the old city and see the citadel of Naryn-Kala.

National cuisine

Let's taste the best local dishes and be sure to find the most delicious ones.

Boat trip

If desired, we will take a boat ride along the Chirkeysky reservoir

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Makhachkala — Sarykum barkhan — Sulak Canyon
11:00 Gathering of the group at the railway station in Makhachkala: main entrance, opposite the monument to Makhach Dahadaev, Emirova str., 10.
11:45 Group meeting at Makhachkala airport.
It starts at 11:45.
Makhachkala — Sarykum dune — Sulak canyon, Dubki — trout farm — Izberbash/ Makhachkala.
The unique Dagestan welcomes and is ready to cordially reveal to you the secrets of ancient legends, introduce you to the history, traditions, local cuisine and hospitality.
Program of the day: transfer to Sarykum dune – transfer to Sulak Canyon — observation deck with views of Sulak Canyon — Chirkey reservoir — boat trip through the reservoir (optional, extra charge) — trout farming.
Lunch (extra charge).
Nokhyo Cave Complex (optional, extra charge).
Sarykum dune.
Transfer and accommodation to the hotel, Izberbash/Kaspiysk/Makhachkala.
Duration per day: 290 km, 9 hours.

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Day 2 - Gamsutl, Chokh, Karadakh gorge
07:00 Breakfast.
07:30 Start of the day's program.
Program of the day: transfer to Gunibsky district — Gamsutl ghost village — panorama of the mountainous village of Chokh — Karadakh gorge.
Lunch (extra charge).
Transfer and accommodation in a hotel in Izberbash/Kaspiysk/Makhachkala.
Mileage per day: 330 km, duration: 10 hours.
The order of excursions on the second and third days of the program may vary.

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Day 3 - Ekranoplan Lun, Derbent
Breakfast at 07:30.
The program of the day starts at 08:00: transfer to Southern Dagestan – Lun ekranoplan.
Sightseeing tour of Derbent: Dagh Bars fortress wall, Juma mosque, walk through the magals of the old city — Naryn Kala citadel — visit the market – buy souvenirs.
Lunch (extra charge).
Transfer and accommodation to the hotel, Izberbash/Kaspiysk/Makhachkala.
Mileage per day: 190 km, duration: 9 hours.
The order of excursions on the second and third days of the program may vary.

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Day 4 - Sightseeing tour of Makhachkala. Departure
07:30 Breakfast.
08:00 Start of the day's program.
Program of the day: transfer to Makhachkala — sightseeing tour of Makhachkala: port city, young capital.
Mileage per day: 70 km, duration: 4 hours.
Visiting the market.
Buying souvenirs on the road.
12:00 Transfer to the airport/Makhachkala railway station.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

3 nights

Comfort

Upscale

The tour includes hotel accommodation.

The cost of the tour per room, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

Placement along the route	Price validity period	Dbl 2-local	Twin 2-local	Single 1-local	Triple* 3-local	DBL+CH 2 children + 1 child (7-12 years old)	Breakfast Breakfast
Okean hotel complex, Izberbash 3*	01.03, 08.03, 15.03, 22.03, 29.03.2026	50000	50000	34400	74000	70000	Breakfast
Lord Hotel 2*, Makhachkala	01.03, 08.03, 15.03, 22.03, 29.03.2026	47000	47000	31500	70000	67000	Breakfast
Monto 4*, Makhachkala	01.03, 08.03, 15.03, 22.03, 29.03.2026	57400	60000	38500	86000	82000	Sw. table
AZIMUT 4*, Kaspiysk	01.03, 08.03, 15.03, 22.03, 29.03.2026	60000	60000	44000	88000	84600	Sw. table

Twin — double room (has two separate beds).

Double — a double room (one double bed).

Single — single room.

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

2Ad+1Ch — room for two adults and a child 7-12 years old.

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

"Ocean"

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 Kaspiysk

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 fridge, 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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"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.

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"Lord"

The Lord Hotel is located in Makhachkala, almost in the city center. Free Wi-Fi is available here, as well as a car parking space. Cleaning is carried out daily. It is possible to order a taxi.

Comfortable rooms of various categories are available for guests' accommodation. All of them are equipped with comfortable sleeping places and standard furniture. There is a hairdryer in the private bathroom.

You can have lunch or dinner at nearby cafes, bars or restaurants.

There are large hypermarkets, shops and entertainment complexes nearby. The distance to the airport is 15 kilometers.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 12 to 18 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

the city of Makhachkala

Included in price

group transfers from the airport and railway station of Makhachkala on the first day according to the conditions in the tour program;
group transfer to the airport and railway station of Makhachkala upon departure on the final day according to the conditions in the tour program;
accommodation at the hotel according to the program of the tour with breakfast;
guided tours with professional guides and qualified drivers;
entrance tickets to the objects of visits according to the program of excursions, environmental fees of nature reserves.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Makhachkala and back;
meals along the tour route: picnic lunch or lunch are paid on site;
the resort fee or tax is paid independently upon check-in at the hotel;
entrance tickets to attractions not included in the tour program:
- a boat trip along the Chirkeysky reservoir — 600 rubles.;
- Nokhyo cave complex — 700 rub.;
individual transfers from/to the airport and railway station of Makhachkala, as well as any individual transport service;
meals not included 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, trousers are not allowed. It is enough for men to wear trousers and a shirt with sleeves to visit the mosque.

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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!

The lights of Dagestan. Spring break with arrival on Sunday

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