Individual tours to Dagestan

An incredibly action-packed day, during which we'll reach many iconic sites. We'll enjoy bird's-eye views of Dagestan's main landmarks: the distinctive Dargin village of Gubden, the impressive Karadakh Gorge, the village of Gunib surrounded by verdant slopes, the quaint Saddle Mountain (Tlilimeer), the villages of Kakhib and Goor, the Tobot Waterfall, the Irganay and Chirkey Reservoirs, the "alarming mountain" of Akhulgo, the Sulak Canyon, and the largest dune, Sarykum. Our guide will share the history and legends of each of these places.

The flight includes two stops:
a half-hour stop at Mount Mayak, the highest point of the Gunib Plateau, offering stunning views of all of inland Dagestan and the snow-capped peaks of the Bogos Range.
The legendary Glavryba restaurant, with its own trout farm and beautiful grounds, is a true oasis by the river, surrounded by mountains. Here we'll also dine on the freshest fish.

Meals: Picnic in the mountains.
Transportation: Eurocopter H130 helicopters.

Dagestan isn't just about natural beauty and the vibrant, dynamic city of Makhachkala. Much of the region's charm lies in its picturesque villages and auls. We'll visit the village of Gunib on the plateau of the same name. Here, the sun shines 300 days a year, a tropical microclimate reigns, and unique relict birch trees with pink bark grow. Furthermore, this village played an important role during the conquest of the Caucasus in the 19th century—a fact your guide will explain.
Also on this day, we'll visit the Avar ghost village of Gamstul. The sight of its dilapidated, distinctive buildings is literally jaw-dropping. The traces of the village's recently vibrant life, surrounded by silent mountain slopes, are an incredibly powerful experience.
We'll also stop in the stunningly beautiful village of Chokh, nestled in a mountain valley. Chokh is a turbulent mountain river, lush gardens, houses scattered along the slopes, and a rich history: scientists believe the first settlements in the Chokh area date back to 6,000 years BC.

Meals: traditional mountain lunch.
Transportation: prepared Land Cruiser SUV.

The villages of Goor and Kakhib have earned many poetic names: "Land of Towers," "Dagestani Atlantis," "ghosts." They are shrouded in myth and mystery, but will appeal not only to lovers of mysticism: lovers of history, architecture, culture, and nature will also be impressed by a visit here.
Kakhib is one of the most ancient settlements in Dagestan. Today, it is divided into New Kakhib, home to about 2,000 people, and Old Kakhib—picturesque ruins on the slopes above the Kakhibtlyar River. Here, old houses and famous watchtowers seem to grow out of the rocks, appearing part of the landscape. They were built in the 8th-10th centuries.
Goor is another unusual village with defensive towers. Like three guardians, they rise above the steep cliffs. Anyone who visits Goor cannot help but sense the special energy of this place.

Meals: lunch of national dishes
Transport: prepared Land Cruiser SUV.

Derbent is the oldest and southernmost city in our country. Officially, it's just over two thousand years old, but if you consider the time when the first settlements appeared on this land, it's nearly five thousand years old.
It's a legendary city, reminiscent of an artfully crafted jewel box. It's impossible to explore it in a day, or even a week, as each century of Derbent's history has left its own monuments, legends, and stories. We'll visit the most iconic and fascinating local landmarks: the Naryn-Kala citadel, built to facilitate the passage of trade caravans along the Silk Road, the atmospheric mahals (districts) of the Old Town, the central square, the embankment, and Dagestan's most expensive street. We'll immerse ourselves in the history and unique charm of Derbent, experiencing the atmosphere of a vibrant and bustling eastern city with a priceless, centuries-old heritage.

Meals: lunch in an ethnic house with national dishes.