Discover the stunning Candy Cane Mountains, Guba city, explore Khinalug village, enjoy a homemade lunch, and marvel at breathtaking mountain landscapes throughout the tour.

PRICE: $57
per person

 

The tour starts early in the morning at 8:00 AM, when we leave Baku and head north toward the mountains.
This is a full-day trip, with around 8 hours spent on the road round trip, but the journey itself is an important part of the experience.

Our first stop is at the Candy Cane Mountains, known for their natural striped colors and unusual landscapes — a perfect place for photos.
Continuing the drive, we pass by Mount Beshbarmag (drive-by only, no stop), which you will see from the road.

Next, we visit Red Settlement (Quba) — a historic Jewish village with its own unique culture and history. After a short stop, we continue deeper into the mountainous region.
In the area of Gechresh forest, the route becomes more adventurous.
During the winter season, we switch to off-road vehicles, which are already included in the tour price. From here, the road turns into winding mountain serpentines with impressive views along the way.

On the drive to Khinalig, we make several stops at scenic viewpoints so you can take photos and enjoy the dramatic mountain landscapes.

Khinalig is one of the highest permanently inhabited villages in Azerbaijan. Life here moves at a different pace, surrounded by mountains, fresh air, and wide open views.
After arriving, you will have free time to walk around the village, explore the surroundings, and experience the local atmosphere.
Optionally, you can enjoy a home-cooked lunch with a local family (optional).
This traditional meal may include:
freshly baked homemade bread
local homemade cheese
jam and compote
2–3 traditional dishes
traditional tea served from a samovar

After free time and lunch, we begin our return journey to Baku, arriving back in the evening.

Tour Highlights:

Traditional Homemade Lunch in Khinaliq – A True Taste of the Mountains
Meet locals and learn about the unique culture, language, and life in Khinaliq
We have been running this tour since 2019. We conduct the tour almost every day.
Explore Khinaliq, an ancient mountain village at 2,350 meters above sea level

Includes:

1. Enjoy a full homemade lunch featuring 3 traditional dishes and freshly baked village bread (if option selected)
2. Professional Tour guide service – English, Russian;
3. Comfortable Transport with AC;
4. Pickup and drop-off service from accommodation(in Baku only);
5. The fee for a Soviet off-road vehicle that will transport you to the village;
5. Entry/Admission – State Historical, Architectural and Ethnographic Reserve Khinalig.
Any personal expenses

 

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