Day hike to the ancient Khinalig village in Quba, Azerbaijan (from Baku)

Enjoy a day hike around the traditional village of Khinalig in Quba, Azerbaijan, starting from Baku, along with one of our certified guides.

Private

Caucasus

1 Day

All year

Intermediate

Beginner

Highlights

Visit an ancient village with a unique ethnographical value in Azerbaijan
Spend a great day, hiking around Khinalig and enjoying local hospitality
Discover great mountain views and stunning mountain landscapes

Description

Would you like to visit an ancient mountain village boasting a unique historical and etnographic value in Azerbaijan? Join us on this day hike and we will take you to Khinalig village, 65 km from the center of Quba, one of the northern regions of Azerbaijan.

You will discover the traditional way of life and original architecture of this unique place, where the locals speak their own languate. Khinalig and its surrounding area have been declared a historical-architectural and ethnographic reserve, and it is often compared with an open-air museum.

Visitors come to Khinalig to enjoy the natural beauty of the mountain, rural landscapes and the warm hospitality of the locals. This day hike is a great opportunity to spend an unforgettable time in a unique location, surrounded by stunning scenery.

We will depart from Baku, Azerbaijan's capital city, at 7.30 am and drive towards Khinalug. It will be a drive of about 3 hours. Then upon arrival, we will enjoy a tea break and lunch.

You will then have some time to hike around Khinalug, enjoying great views and discovering a unique place in Azerbaijan. We will be hiking for about 2 kilometers. At 18.30 we will start driving back and get to Baku at around 22.00h.

Just contact us if you want to visit Khinalig! Book your place and let's start planning this great day hike from Baku.

We offer many other hiking tours in Azerbaijan, of different duration and levels of difficulty. Check them out!

Price includes

Guiding fee
Transportation start and back

Price details

Food is not included in the price

Itinerary

Day 1: Hiking day in Khinalug

7:30 – Departure from Baku 9:30 – Continue with mountain cars to Khinalug 11:00 – Arrival in Khinalug 11:30 – Tea break 12:00 – Lunch 13:00 – Hiking around Khinalug 14:30 – Break at the place of arrival 15:30 – Going back 18:30 – Leaving for Baku 22:00 – Arrival in Baku

Equipment you will need to bring

Water bottle

Backpack

Poles

Sunglasses

comfortable hiking shoes, clothes, phone charger, Medicine(e.g headache tablets)

FAQs

How long does the day trip to Khinalig village typically last?

The day trip to Khinalig village usually lasts for approximately one day, starting and ending in Baku within the same day.

What category of journey does this fall under?

This excursion is categorized as a personalized day hike.

Which mountain ranges are encompassed by this tour?

This tour covers the expansive Caucasus mountain range.

During which times of the year is the tour open for bookings?

The tour is open for bookings throughout the entire year, offering flexibility to travelers based on their preferences.

What level of physical fitness is recommended for participants on this tour?

Participants are recommended to have a fitness level described as "Occasional."

What proficiency level is expected from individuals joining the tour?

The expected proficiency level for participants is "Novice," indicating that prior hiking experience is not required.

Which payment methods are accepted for securing a tour booking?

Accepted payment methods include Credit Card, Wire Transfer, and more.

What are the key attractions of this tour?

This tour presents the opportunity to explore an ancient mountain village with rich historical and ethnographic significance, trek around Khinalig village, experience local hospitality, and revel in breathtaking mountain views and landscapes.

What is included in the tour price?

The tour price includes guiding fees and transportation to and from Khinalig village.

Is meal provision part of the tour package?

Meals are not included in the tour price, but they can be arranged for an additional fee.

Could you outline the itinerary for the day hike in Khinalig?

The itinerary consists of departure from Baku at 7:30 AM, traveling via mountain vehicles to Khinalig, arrival in Khinalig at 11:00 AM, followed by a tea break, lunch, hiking around Khinalig, a break at the arrival site, and concluding with a return to Baku at 6:30 PM, with an estimated arrival time of 10:00 PM.

What equipment should participants bring for the hike?

Participants are advised to bring comfortable hiking shoes, appropriate clothing, a phone charger, and any necessary medication such as pain relief medication.

About the guide

Elvin

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Hiking Guide

My name is Elvin Sadikhov, I am a member of the Azerbaijan Mountanairing Association and the Azerbaijan National Mountain Guide Association. I have a diploma and a certificate as an alpine guide and I am an author of the standard on marking trails in Azerbaijan. I research, make projects and mark trails. From time to time, I try to develop this section in our country.
Since 2010 I guide trekking and hiking tours to the Magnificient Caucasus Mountains, as well as cultural tours in all regions of Azerbaijan.

I will be your host and guide in my country with great pleasure, which is located in South Caucasus on the crossroad of Europe and Asia and filled with snowy mountains, alpine meadows and unique forests.

Languages

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