AZERBAIJAN · GUBA AND SHAHDAG TOURS
Three hours north of Baku the plain gives out. These 15 days cover the apple country around Guba, the stone village of Khinaliq at 2,300 metres and the Shahdag massif behind it, with honest van times and a note on which stop for the striped ridges on the way.
Review of Baku’s Guba and Shahdag day trip, with Candy Cane Mountains, Laza options, cable cars, lunch, guides, and practical tips.
“We had a great time. Our tour guide was professional and didn't let us down, he told us very interesting things about the country.”
Review of Baku’s 12-hour trip to Candy Cane Mountains, Quba, and Khinaliq, with mountain views, a UAZ ride, and homemade lunch.
“One of the best experiences in Azerbaijan. A must-do tour while in the country. Great arrangements including the lunch. Very warmly hosted by Leyla, who did a great job as the tour lead. Should be done by everyone looking for a unique experience while in Azerbaijan.”
Review of Baku’s Guba, Shahdag, Laza Waterfall and Candy Cane Mountain tour, with lunch, mountain rides, practical tips and honest value advice.
“We had an amazing experience with Servi as our guide for Guba, Shahdag, and Laza Waterfall. She was incredibly friendly and made everyone feel comfortable right from the start. What really stood out was how she kept the whole group engaged with her stories and fun facts about the places we visited ,it really broke the ice among all the tourists and created such a lively atmosphere. She also went out of her way to take beautiful couple pictures for us, which we’ll always cherish. Overall, Servi turned the trip into not just sightseeing, but a truly memorable experience. Highly recommend her if you’re visiting Azerbaijan!Read more”
Review of Baku’s 11-hour Khinalig and Candy Cane Mountain tour, with mountain views, local culture, museum visits, and homemade lunch.
“It was very exciting trip to the mountains, and very breathtaking views. Our guide Murad was also great in describing the places for us, and it was a big fun.”
Explore Quba and Khinalig from Baku with mountain views, red rocks, Azerbaijani home cooking, tea, and a local village visit.
“I wasn't going to give this a good review... Arif from Baku Tours arranged the trip. Start planned for 9:00. Team turns up at 10:27am, which messed up our schedule. The carefully discussed and promised booster seats for the kids were of course missing. Conclusion at 10:27aRead more”
Review of Old City Tours’ Guba Khinalug and Candy Cane Mountains day trip, with mountain scenery, village lunch, costs, stops, and practical tips.
“One of the best days of our Azerbaijan trip. We were picked up right from our hotel in a comfortable minivan. Our guide was polite, welcoming and informative. We had multiple stops for snacks, coffee and photos. Entire journey was beautiful with breathtaking views. Dining with a local family was the highlight of our trip. Cozy people with delicious food. ❤️❤️”
Review of the Guba, Shahdag, and Candy Cane Mountains tour from Baku, with timing, costs, stops, guide quality, and practical booking advice.
“Lovely trip !! Shadag a must visit spot with lot of activities to do there Though when we went it was raining and we could only do the roller coster and the off road biking Yet it was a great experience with great view On the top our guide Hussain was very friendly and knowledgRead more”
Review of the Guba and Khinaliq day trip from Baku, covering mountain views, Red Town, homemade lunch, long drives, and practical tips.
“Drop off at hotel after 11 hours minibus trip. Most of the trip was spent in bus driven by maniac driver who was clocked at 162 km/ hour by one of other travellers, only slowed down when we all protested we wanted to arrive alive. Guide promised shared photos, never arrived, disappointed. At final village destination nice lunch provided then ushered into bus again by driver, no looking around at all, disappointed”
Review the Guba and Khinalug tour from Baku, with Candy Cane Mountains, mountain roads, lunch, costs, and practical booking advice.
“We had a good time going to the Jewish village in Quba and the mountains; we enjoyed the lunch and learned about the town of Khinalik. We were disturbed, though, by the extensive and overt antisemitism we encountered on the trip, from both our fellow travelers and our gRead more”
Review of the Guba and Khinalug day trip from Baku, with mountain scenery, Qirmizi Qesebe, homemade lunch, costs, and practical tips.
“Layla is the best tour guide! She was so friendly and fun, really in touch with what young people are looking for in a tour. She was really down to earth and didn't put on a performative tour that many guides tend to do. She was genuine and always truthful. My friend and I hRead more”
Review of the Baku to Quba and Shahdag day trip, with Candy Cane Mountains, Beshbarmag, lunch, resort rides, prices, and practical tips.
“It was an amazing guide Rasool he is a very nice person..supportive and guided us in every place in detail. The good thing was although travelling was a long route quite boring he never let us bored he talked to us through some games and stories it was quite an interactive trip.”
Review of Baku’s Guba and Shahdag day trip, with Candy Cane Mountains, Qechresh Forest, optional activities, pricing, and practical tips.
“It was very nice, not very fast. got a good time to experience places.”
Explore Azerbaijan’s Candy Cane Mountains and Shahdag Resort on a full-day tour from Baku, with mountain views, guides, and optional activities.
“I took this trip with my mom. Out from the start, Rasim (our guide) was very communicative, we were picked from our hotel around 7:45 am. The tour had 13 other people (a diverse group). Rasim was very informative, walking us through with history of the locations we were Read more”
Review of Baku’s Candy Cane Mountains and Khinalug tour, with mountain views, village culture, lunch, pricing, guides, and practical tips.
“Probably the coolest excursion i’ve ever gone on. Shout out Rza he mad chill and he’s an excellent tour guide.”
Review of the Guba, Khinalig, and Candy Mountains day trip from Baku, with mountain views, Red Village, local lunch, and practical tips.
“I really enjoyed the tour. Nurlan is very knowledgeable about the region and he led the tour professionally. However, I wished I could have spent more time in Khidalig and see more of Quba.”
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