15 Tours with Lunch Included in Azerbaijan Worth the Drive

1.Gobustan, Mud Volcano, Fire Mount, Temple Lunch Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,246 reviews · from $6Our pick

Travel from Baku to Bibiheybat Mosque, Gobustan’s ancient rock carvings, mud volcanoes, Ateshgah Fire Temple, and Yanar Dag. Guides such as Yashar, Nabat, Islam, Rza, and Mehri are praised for clear storytelling. The day ends with photos at the Heydar Aliyev Centre and I Love Baku sign.

“It was well organised, although I originally from Azerbaijan, my family learned so much and saw amazing places.”

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2.Guba, Shahdag, Laza & Lunch w/ Free City & Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,455 reviews · 12 hours · from $5

Travel north from Baku to the Candy Cane Mountains, Khizi District, and Shahdag Mountain Resort on a 12-hour guided trip. Guides such as Nabat, Dinara, Ramiz, and Ulker are praised for warm, engaging service. Add lunch, cable cars, the Shahdag Coaster, or the optional off-road ride to Laza.

“Really well organized tour. Pickup was on time, the minibus was comfortable, and the stops along the way were fun. The guide kept us entertained and shared a lot about Azerbaijani culture.”

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3.Candy Cane, Guba, Khinaliq village with Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 519 reviews · 12 hours · from $55

Travel north from Baku to the striped Candy Cane Mountains, Quba’s Red Settlement, and Khinaliq, one of Azerbaijan’s highest villages. Your English or Russian-speaking guide, often Leyla or Murad, handles the day while you enjoy scenic stops, a Soviet 4x4 ride, local culture, and optional homemade lunch.

“Absolutely unrepeatable experience! The landscapes were breathtaking and the visit in village very interesting, warm and exceptional. All the stops were very organised and absolutely worth it. Also no words for our amazing tour guide, Leyla, knowledgable and passionate about what she is doing, always filling us with positive energy. Thank you!”

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4.Guba & Sahdag Tour Lunch included and Laza Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 506 reviews · from $15

Travel from Baku into Azerbaijan’s northern mountains with a professional guide such as Servi, Gani, Solmaz, Adil, or Zeyneb. Expect Candy Cane Mountain, Five Fingers Mountain, Guba forest, Red Jewish Village, lunch, Shahdag activities, and an optional off-road ride to Laza Waterfall.

“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”

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5.Guba Khinalig & Candy Cane Tour with Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 447 reviews · 11 hours · from $54

Spend 11 hours traveling from Baku to Khinalig, the Caucasus mountain village marketed as Europe’s highest, with stops at Beshbarmag, Candy Cane Mountain, Quba, Red Jewish Village, Gachrash Forest, and Eagle Mountain. Guides such as Murad, Adil, Sahil, and Narmin lead the trip in English, Turkish, or Russian.

“Everything was fine thanks and Adil was great tour guide”

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6.Guba and Khinaliq Village Tour including Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 241 reviews · from $75

Travel from Baku to Quba and remote Khinalig in a small group of up to 13 people. Expect a long mountain drive, red rock views near Khizi, tea and sweets, a homemade meal, and time in one of the Caucasus region’s highest inhabited villages. Guides may include Ruslan, Narmin, Said, or Alex.

“Excellent tour.. Guide Alex is very excellent and super friendly and highly professional..highly recommended”

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7.Guba and Khinaliq trip with HOMEMADE lunch (Group or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 169 reviews · from $63Top rated

Travel from Baku into the Caucasus on a 12-hour group or private trip to Khinalig. Stop at Besh Barmag, Candy Cane Mountain, Red Town, Qechresh forest, and Gudyalchay Canyon before a homemade Azerbaijani lunch in a local home. Guides may include Layla, Murad, Nurlan, or Nazif.

“I had a wonderful experience with Azerbaijan Travel. Their tour guides are knowledgeable and friendly. During our trip to Khinalag, there was a minor hitch due to rainfaill. But the guide went out of her to way to arrange an alternate destination. 100% recommend.”

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8.Gobustan/Absheron guided tour with lunch and tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 158 reviews · 7h 30m · from $2Best value

Join Azvibe for a 450-minute Baku outing led in English or Russian by guides such as Murad, Mahabat, Javid, or Seymur, depending on the day. You will visit Gobustan’s ancient carvings, ride a special vehicle to the mud volcanoes, see oil and fire sites, and eat Azerbaijani food.

“excellent tour company and tour guides. good value. I think the mud volcano is skippable but it’s included anyway”

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9.Gobustan, Absheron Sights Guided Day Trip Lunch included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · from $16

Spend about eight hours beyond Baku with guides such as Murad, Laman, Agil, and Aydin. See ancient Gobustan carvings, bubbling mud volcanoes, Bibi-Heybat Mosque, Atashgah Fire Temple, Yanar Dag, and the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center. Lunch, pickup, and an air-conditioned vehicle are included.

“The arrangement of the tour to Gobustan and other places was good. Our guide Agil did a good job providing good information and helpful.”

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10.Guba & Khinalug with HOMEMADE lunch (Group or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · from $70

Travel from Baku to Quba and the high mountain village of Khinalug in a group of up to 15 or on a private tour. Expect a long, scenic day, a Soviet-era 4x4 transfer, local Azerbaijani lunch, and guides such as Leila, Yashar, Temur, Zaur, or Samir.

“The most memorable parts of my experience was the crazy ride up the mountain in the Soviet era van. It was bumpy and fun! I also loved seeing the eagles, sheep, and the homemade meal we had in the village was delicious. The only thing that made this experience a 4 and Read more”

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11.Private or Shared Quba & Shahdag Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 86 reviews · 10 - 12 hours · from $35

Travel from Baku to Azerbaijan’s Candy Cane Mountains, Beshbarmaq, Quba, and Shahdag Mountain Resort with hotel pickup, a guide, water, and optional lunch. You get photo stops, mountain views, and three hours at Shahdag for cable cars or coasters. Guides include Elshad, Gul, Rasool, and Galandar.

“My brother and I had a fantastic experience with Baku Heritage Tours at Shadagh Resort, guided by the exceptional Elshad. His knowledge and engaging personality made each stopover enjoyable and informative. With a variety of other tours available, the experience was both personalized and memorable. Highly recommended!”

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12.Guba and Khinaliq Trip with Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 11 hours · from $100

You’ll travel from Baku in a small group of up to 14 with guides such as Leyla, Aydin, Murad, or Nurlan. Expect a long but rewarding day through Guba, Red Town, forested Qechresh, dramatic gorges, and Khinaliq, ending with homemade Azerbaijani food in a local house.

“We had a very good time, food was amazing and our guide Leyla was very friendly and informative. Would definitely recommend this trip.”

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13.Baku to Khinaliq village, Guba, Candy Cane, w Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 12 hours · from $36

Spend 12 hours traveling from Baku to Khinaliq with English or Russian-speaking guides such as Leyla and Ruslan. See Candy Cane Mountains, Guba, Red Village, Qechresh Forest, Eagle Top, and Gudiyalchay, then eat Azerbaijani dishes in a local house museum.

“LEYLA az idegenvezetőnk nagyon ügyes és jól szervezett túrát tartott nekünk!Teljes szívből csinálja nagyon örülök hogy őt kaptuk meg! Mindenben segít és nem kell várakozni sehol sem órákat finom ebédet kaptunk! Mindenkinek csak ajánlani tudom!”

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14.Full-Day City Tour of Baku with Azerbaijani Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 8 hours · from $176

Spend eight hours with a private guide and driver visiting Baku’s Old Town, Ateshgah Fire Temple, Yanardag, Yashil Bazar, Boulevard, and Fountain Square. Hotel pickup, entry fees, live commentary, and a kebab lunch with salads and drinks are included. Guides speak English, Russian, and Azerbaijani.

“What a cool trip. Thank you itouch for the lovely and well organized Tour..”

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15.Guba and Khinalig Village Tour (Full-Day) Including Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $65

Travel from Baku into northern Azerbaijan for Besh Barmag Mountain, Gachrash Forest, Masdargah Waterfall, and ancient Khinalug. The day includes lunch in a local home, visits to the village mosque and museum, hotel pickup, complimentary drinks, and a small group capped at 15 people.

“Highly recommended off the beaten path AZ experience. If you want to see stunning mountains and have lunch at a home in a village above the cloud line, take this tour. Yusif is great!”

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