Full Day Guba & Khinalig (All Inclusive Group Tour)
Overview
This region has always been one of the biggest and one of the most beautiful parts of Azerbaijan! So, if you decide to visit other Azerbaijani cities, we highly recommend you to see Quba! Guba has been founded in the XV century and is located 165km to the north from Baku.
Khinaliq village is the most remote village among all others in Quba. It is also the highest village as it is located in the middle of Caucasian mountains. And this remoteness is exactly what helped the inhabitants of the village to survive from the invasions. The history of this village goes right back until the Albanian period. The remains of ancient caves of early humans are still left in this territory between the mountains. Due to its long history, Khinaliq village is considered one of the oldest inhabited places in the world and has been included in the UNESCO list of World Historical Monuments.
Khinaliq village is the most remote village among all others in Quba. It is also the highest village as it is located in the middle of Caucasian mountains. And this remoteness is exactly what helped the inhabitants of the village to survive from the invasions. The history of this village goes right back until the Albanian period. The remains of ancient caves of early humans are still left in this territory between the mountains. Due to its long history, Khinaliq village is considered one of the oldest inhabited places in the world and has been included in the UNESCO list of World Historical Monuments.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Tour guide – English, Russian
- Pickup and drop-off service from accommodation(in Baku only)
- Lunch - Azerbaijani National Dishes (Local House-Museum)
- All Entrance Ticket
- Entry/Admission - Qoşa Qala Qapısı
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Qoşa Qala Qapısı, 9R9P+GF6, Əziz Əliyev küçəsi, Bakı, Azerbaijan
We will pick up from central hotels in Baku except Hotels that are situated in the Old City and near by. That guests are coming to the Double Gates - main gates of the Old City (Qosha Qala qapisi).
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Besh Barmag Mountain, Siyazan Azerbaijan
Just over an hour’s drive north-west of Baku along the Guba highway is a 382-metre high mountain whose bizarre shape long ago led to it being called Mt. Beshbarmag, which is Azerbaijani for ‘Five-finger Mountain’. Legend has it that sometime in the ancient past a prophet called Khidr ventured here in search of a ‘potion of life’ and having drunk from a spring at the summit achieved immortality. Today the mountain is shrouded in mystery with locals coming here to pray for strength and good fortune.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Red Village 4024, Azerbaijan
The next destination will be Guba city, which is located in one of the most beautiful natural landscapes of Azerbaijan. On the way to Guba, our guests will visit the unique settlement of Jews in mountains, "Caucasian Jerusalem" - the Red Town. The village has 13 synagogues, among which two are operational. There are about 4-5 thousand Jews live in Qirmizi Qesebe that is symbol of pluralism in Azerbaijan and symbol of peace and harmony among the different religions.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Qechresh, Qechresh, Guba-Khachmaz Region
Qechresh is one of the largest villages in the Guba region. The area is covered with forest on all sides. Qechresh is famous for its natural springs and plants.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Gudyalchayli, Qudyalçaylı, Xaçmaz 2700, Azerbaijan
If you go further from Gechresh forest, you find yourself in the Gudyalchay canyons: steep ascents and descents of the road pass through the steep walls of the gorge. The road that passes through two mountains, steep cliffs as well as beautify forest make the view of this village charming.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Khinalug, Khinalug, Guba-Khachmaz Region
Khinalig is an ancient Caucasian village dating back to the Caucasian Albanian period. It is located north of Guba, in the midst of the mountains of the Greater Caucasus, which divide Russia and the South Caucasus, at an altitude of 2100-2200 meters above sea level over the Kudialchay River. Famous for its language, peculiar customs and traditions. Today, about two thousand people live in Khinalig. Almost the entire population is indigenous. In Khinalig retain their language for more than 4000 years.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Guba-Khachmaz Region, Guba-Khachmaz Region
We will start 9 Am in the morning. The way to Guba Khinaluq and Back to Baku total duration which we spent in the car will be approximately 8 hours
Duration: 8 hours 20 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Qoşa Qala Qapısı, 9R9P+GF6, Əziz Əliyev küçəsi, Bakı, Azerbaijan
We will pick up from central hotels in Baku except Hotels that are situated in the Old City and near by. That guests are coming to the Double Gates - main gates of the Old City (Qosha Qala qapisi).
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Besh Barmag Mountain, Siyazan Azerbaijan
Just over an hour’s drive north-west of Baku along the Guba highway is a 382-metre high mountain whose bizarre shape long ago led to it being called Mt. Beshbarmag, which is Azerbaijani for ‘Five-finger Mountain’. Legend has it that sometime in the ancient past a prophet called Khidr ventured here in search of a ‘potion of life’ and having drunk from a spring at the summit achieved immortality. Today the mountain is shrouded in mystery with locals coming here to pray for strength and good fortune.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Red Village 4024, Azerbaijan
The next destination will be Guba city, which is located in one of the most beautiful natural landscapes of Azerbaijan. On the way to Guba, our guests will visit the unique settlement of Jews in mountains, "Caucasian Jerusalem" - the Red Town. The village has 13 synagogues, among which two are operational. There are about 4-5 thousand Jews live in Qirmizi Qesebe that is symbol of pluralism in Azerbaijan and symbol of peace and harmony among the different religions.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Qechresh, Qechresh, Guba-Khachmaz Region
Qechresh is one of the largest villages in the Guba region. The area is covered with forest on all sides. Qechresh is famous for its natural springs and plants.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Gudyalchayli, Qudyalçaylı, Xaçmaz 2700, Azerbaijan
If you go further from Gechresh forest, you find yourself in the Gudyalchay canyons: steep ascents and descents of the road pass through the steep walls of the gorge. The road that passes through two mountains, steep cliffs as well as beautify forest make the view of this village charming.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Khinalug, Khinalug, Guba-Khachmaz Region
Khinalig is an ancient Caucasian village dating back to the Caucasian Albanian period. It is located north of Guba, in the midst of the mountains of the Greater Caucasus, which divide Russia and the South Caucasus, at an altitude of 2100-2200 meters above sea level over the Kudialchay River. Famous for its language, peculiar customs and traditions. Today, about two thousand people live in Khinalig. Almost the entire population is indigenous. In Khinalig retain their language for more than 4000 years.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Guba-Khachmaz Region, Guba-Khachmaz Region
We will start 9 Am in the morning. The way to Guba Khinaluq and Back to Baku total duration which we spent in the car will be approximately 8 hours
Duration: 8 hours 20 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 17 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
235vasiliv
August 2023
Embarking on the Guba Khinalug tour felt like a journey through time. The ancient village and its architecture transported me to eras long gone, while the untamed landscapes evoked a primal sense of wonder. The guides' narratives brought history to life, allowing me to envision the lives of those...
Embarking on the Guba Khinalug tour felt like a journey through time. The ancient village and its architecture transported me to eras long gone, while the untamed landscapes evoked a primal sense of wonder. The guides' narratives brought history to life, allowing me to envision the lives of those who once inhabited these rugged lands. This tour is an archaeological and emotional expedition rolled into one.Nihat A
July 2023
A very interesting and informative tour. The mountains, the rivers, the landscape were stunning. learned a lot of interesting things about the country thanks to the guide Tural.
A very interesting and informative tour. The mountains, the rivers, the landscape were stunning. learned a lot of interesting things about the country thanks to the guide Tural.Maximilian930382
July 2023
We chose this tour to Khinaloq and didn't regret. Many thanks to our guide for the interesting and informative excursion, we learned a lot of interesting things, such beauty in this gorge and in the village. It is beyond words. We were delighted. Thank you 👍
We chose this tour to Khinaloq and didn't regret. Many thanks to our guide for the interesting and informative excursion, we learned a lot of interesting things, such beauty in this gorge and in the village. It is beyond words. We were delighted. Thank you 👍Katalin_C
October 2023
The day we spent in Quba region and Khinaliq was amazing! Toghrul is the funniest, kindest and most informative tour guide! The places we visited were breathtaking and the lunch in at a local household in the village was an unforgettable experience! If you plan to go on a day trip, choose one!
The day we spent in Quba region and Khinaliq was amazing! Toghrul is the funniest, kindest and most informative tour guide! The places we visited were breathtaking and the lunch in at a local household in the village was an unforgettable experience! If you plan to go on a day trip, choose one!56mariiad
October 2023
Everything was amazing. The tour guide was very friendly and funny. We stopped at some unbelievably beautiful places and ate delicious local food. Thank you so much!
Everything was amazing. The tour guide was very friendly and funny. We stopped at some unbelievably beautiful places and ate delicious local food. Thank you so much!Compass17327569913
October 2023
My trip to Guba Khinalug was enchanting. Surrounded by the majestic Caucasus Mountains, the ancient village offered breathtaking views and warm hospitality. Exploring its cobblestone streets, ancient architecture, and savoring local cuisine made this trip unforgettable. Highly recommended for nat...
My trip to Guba Khinalug was enchanting. Surrounded by the majestic Caucasus Mountains, the ancient village offered breathtaking views and warm hospitality. Exploring its cobblestone streets, ancient architecture, and savoring local cuisine made this trip unforgettable. Highly recommended for nature lovers and cultural enthusiasts alike! Special thanks to our tour guide Murad