3-Day Hiking & Trekking Tour Remote Villages in Guba Azerbaijan

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About this activity

Azerbaijan’s countryside on a 3-day 2-night hiking and trekking tour to remote villages of Guba along historic trails of the Greater Caucasus Mountains that have been used by ancient people of the Mountains.

This trekking travells through changing landscapes, nature and wildlife above sea level up to 2360m altitude. You experience the coexistence of communities, though in separate settlements, Shiites, Sunnis and Jews in Guba, and ancient peoples of Khinaligis, Grizis in remote villages. You also do a homestay with host families in the villages we travel to. Meanwhile, you will taste the local cuisine of people.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 days
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Azerbaijan Traveller

Ages: Adults (18–45 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Snacks (Dry fruits and bottled water)
Included: Guiding services
Included: Lunch
Included: Dinner
Included: Homestays
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Breakfast

Itinerary

Day 1 · Baku-Guba-Trailhead in Grizdahna

Guba-Khachmaz Region

one day

Baku-Guba Drive

Early morning drive to the north of Azerbaijan, stops for coffee/tea and some local snacks on the way to break drive.

Guba-Grizdahna Drive and Hike to Griz Village via historic “Eh Yolu”.

After the lunch break, we drive to Grizdahna village to start our hike to Griz Village. This hike is quite demanding and therefore requires caution and experience. The trails are clearly visible everywhere.

NOTE: It is very important to have suitable hiking clothes as this is a relatively difficult hike. This route is not suitable for those who are afraid of heights as there is a steep ascent (elevation gain 1160m) along the trail.

We stop for short brunch break in Guba before we reach to the trailhead to start the trekking. · We will be served tea & lunch at our host with ingredients available to the conditions of a remote village lifestyle.

Stay overnight with our host in Griz. The toilets are outhouse squats. The showers are outhouse.

Day 2 · Trekking From Griz-Galaykhutad-Khinalig

Stop 1

one day

Breakfast in Griz. Hiking to Galaykhudat Village, on the way stop at Gurgur waterfall and view of Kokosh Canyon. Lunch break in Galakhudat. Afterwards continue hiking to Khinalig Village. In the village visit our host family for dinner. Overnight stay in Khinalig.

NOTE: Griz-Galakhudat Trail requires moderate fitness level to cross the Kokosh Canyon. Galakhudat-Khinalig trail is easy complete.

We will be served breakfast in Griz. · We will be served tea & lunch at our host with ingredients available to the conditions of a remote village lifestyle. · We will be served tea & lunch at our host with ingredients available to the conditions of a remote village lifestyle.

Stay overnight with our host in Khinalig. The toilets are outhouse squats. The showers are outhouse.

Day 3 · Khinalig-Guba Drive-Guba Sightseeing and Drive to Baku

Khinalug

12 hours

After breakfast, We do sightseeing in the Khinalug village and half an hour easy ascent to nearby hills for distant view of the village.

After Khinalug, we drive back to Guba ((change vehicle to lada nivas, stop at several spots) for sightseeing in Guba and visiting Genocide Memorial Complex, Mosques (women to wear headscarf and men no shorts) and Jewish Red Town.

Lunch Break and drive back to Baku

We will be served breakfast in Khinalig. · We stop for lunch in Guba.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Our guide picks you up from the lobby of a hotel or any other address where you are staying. The guide wears a red badge with his name and Logo of Azerbaijan Traveller.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Clothing and equipment: - waterproof hiking/trekking boots - insulated jackets - backpack (20-30 L) - snacks, dry fruits, water etc. (provided by guide) - light toiletries i.e. hand sanitiser, wet paper (provided by guide) Recommended to have: - gaiters - hiking/trekking sticks