Activity Lankaran, Azerbaijan
Talysh Soul Private Cultural and Culinary Tour
About this activity
What makes your tour different is that it is not a mass excursion, but a personal, immersive experience in the life of the Talysh Mountains.
We don’t just show locations — we help you truly feel the region from the inside. Thanks to small groups or a private format, the journey is calm, flexible, and deeply authentic.
During the tour, you will:
- visit authentic mountain villages far from tourist routes
- discover the local culture and way of life
- taste traditional Talysh cuisine and take part in a hands-on cooking master class
- walk through rivers, forests, rice fields, and citrus orchards at a relaxed, natural pace
- optionally stay overnight in a mountain village and experience real rural life
This is not just a trip — it is a slow travel experience where nature, people, and culture come together into one living story.
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 days
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–4
- Guide
- Russian, English, Turkish
- Operated by
- Talish Soul
Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Lunch
- Included: Dinner
- Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
- Included: Breakfast
Itinerary
Day 1 · Lankaran + Talish Mountains
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Stop 1
2 hours
A stroll through Azerbaijan's southern capital, taking in local landmarks. We'll visit a colorful market and enjoy some delicious gutabs.
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Stop 2
2 hours
A traditional cooking masterclass in a mountain Talysh village, where guests take part in preparing lavangi — one of the most famous dishes of Talysh national cuisine. The experience ends with a warm homemade Talysh dinner in an authentic village atmosphere.
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Stop 3
one hour
Trip to Osakücə village with a short walk through the village and nearby forest.
Traditional Talysh home-style cuisine in the Talysh Mountains among waterfalls and peaceful nature. · Traditional Talysh national dinner in a mountain village with homemade local cuisine and village hospitality.
Optional overnight stay in the mountain village of Şivlik with a private room and village-style breakfast.
Day 2 · Talysh Forests + village
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Stop 1
2 hours
Walk along the river surrounded by nature, village life, and local animals.
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Stop 2
2 hours
Rice fields and citrus plantations surrounded by the natural beauty of the region.
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Stop 3
2 hours
Experience authentic village life! Visit our local farm where you can interact with our friendly sheep, enjoy the peaceful countryside, and relax in nature. Afterward, we invite you to sit down with us for a warm cup of traditional tea. A perfect, cozy escape for families and nature lovers.
Traditional Talysh home-style cuisine in the Talysh Mountains among waterfalls and peaceful nature.
Meeting point and pickup
You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Please come to the intercity bus parking lot. I will be waiting for you next to the ticket office wearing a green cap/holding a red umbrella.
End point
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Please come to the intercity bus parking lot. I will be waiting for you next to the ticket office wearing a green cap/holding a red umbrella.
Pickup points
- Palidli Beach Resort Lenkoran
- Palm Beach Lenkaran
- Sultan Hotel
- Khan Lankaran Hotel
- Hirkan Park Hotel
- Deniz Hotel & Restaurant
- Qafqaz Sahil Hotel
- Lankaran Springs Wellness Resort
- Riva Hill Resort
- Mayak Hotel Lankaran
and 7 more pickup points
We provide pickup in Lankaran from hotels, accommodations, or agreed meeting points.
Your guide will contact you before the tour to confirm all details.
Cancellation
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least 3 days before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Good to know
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Talysh Soul Private Cultural and Culinary Tour
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