The lights of Dagestan. Winter holidays

In this tour, we will get acquainted with the most beautiful republic of the Caucasus — Dagestan!

During a short winter trip through Dagestan, we will see picturesque waterfalls and canyons, abandoned villages and ancient cities, mosques and fortresses.

Let's take a lot of photos against the background of snow-capped mountains and feel the special atmosphere of this hospitable region of Russia!

Location

the city of Makhachkala
from
$315
+ tickets to the starting point of the tour
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Duration
4 days
3 nights
Departures
1 - 4 Jul
8 - 11 Jul
15 - 18 Jul
22 - 25 Jul
29 Jul - 1 Aug
5 - 8 Aug
12 - 15 Aug
19 - 22 Aug
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 12 to 18 tourists
Minimum age
7 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

Authentic Caucasian cuisine
Let's try fragrant and juicy dishes of Caucasian cuisine
Sulak Canyon
Let's admire the beauty of the creation of nature, stretching across the territory of Dagestan for dozens of kilometers.
A walk through Sarykum
Let's climb the largest dune in Europe, a unique natural monument

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 Meeting of the group at the airport of Makhachkala.

    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 - Tobot Waterfall, Matlas, Khunzakh, Karadakh gorge
  • Day 3 - Ekranoplan Lun, sightseeing tour of Derbent
  • Day 4 - Sightseeing tour of Makhachkala. Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

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 routePrice 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*14.12, 26.12.2025, 02.01, 03.01, 04.01, 25.01, 08.02, 22.02, 01.03, 08.03, 15.03, 22.03, 29.03.20265000050000344007400070000Breakfast
Lord Hotel 2*, Makhachkala4700047000315007000067000Breakfast
Monto 4*, Makhachkala26.12. 29.12.2025, 02.01, 03.01, 04.01, 25.01, 08.02, 22.02, 01.03, 08.03, 15.03, 22.03, 29.03.20265740060000385008600082000Sw. table
AZIMUT 4*, Kaspiysk6000060000440008800084600Sw. table

Twin — double room (has two separate beds).

Double — a double room (one double bed).

Singlesingle 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" or AZIMUT Kaspiysk or 3 nights
"Ocean"

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

Each room here will provide you with a wardrobe, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, 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 rooms have a kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator and a minibar. A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the hotel. 

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

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Another option
"Monto"

The 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 necessary, including modern appliances, comfortable furniture, air conditioning, an individual bathroom with a set of hygiene products and towels. A pleasant bonus will be a safe and a mini-bar.

Guests can dine at the rooftop restaurant or visit nearby cafes serving Caucasian and European cuisine, stylish coffee shops and pastry shops.

There is a shopping center, a Multiland children's complex, as well as many grocery and clothing stores within walking distance from the Monto Hotel.

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Another option
"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.

Large hypermarkets, shops and entertainment complexes are located 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 Makhachkala airport and railway station 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;
  • New Year's banquet;
  • 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

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • First of all, travel clothes should be comfortable. Take with you what you usually wear for hiking and relaxing;
  • 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 (they will be useful in case of a cold snap).;
  • sun hats, sun cream, sunglasses. Sunglasses are a must in the mountains, regardless of the season;
  • clothing covering the shoulders and arms during the daytime hours of the active sun;
  • When visiting shrines, appropriate clothing will be needed: in the mosque, women must wear clothes 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.
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Reviews Leave a review

  • M
    8 Jun, 2026
    I loved everything about this trip!! The tour was very well planned, and our guide, Gamzat, was fantastic. He shared interesting stories, had a great sense of humor, and kept the group entertained throughout the journey. Everything ran smoothly, no traffic delays, no long lines, and the food was delicious. I’d also like to mention the Ocean Hotel in Izberbash, where the beds were exceptionally comfortable and made for a great night's sleep.
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    Marina
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    8 Jun, 2026
    The providers did an outstanding job!!!
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    Alyona
    about provider
    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 ! ✨🏔