Khinalig - Gleykhudat 1 day hiking tour

Overview

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Russian

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12 hours

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Galeykhudat village situated 2200+ m. İn the foothills of Gizilgaya plateau `s steep rocks, a bit away from Guba – Khinalig road/ The village has saved its antiquity. It is the only village near around that its people are azerbaijani turks.

Khinalig is situated in 2200+m. Altitude in Gudialchai valley surrounded by Tufandag 4191 m. The people of the village is Khinalig or Ketish as themselves say.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Minimum age is 18 years

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Dress code is smart casual

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Transfer

Bottled water

Lunch

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Insurance

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Meeting and Pickup

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What To Expect

Xinaliq

• Setting out early morning from hotel or any access point for tourist in Baku (with comfortable transport) • Reaching Guba city and taking 4x4 cars • Reaching the Khinalig village. After 15 mins break starting to hiking to Galeykhudat village situated 2200+m in the foothills of Gizilgaya plateau`s steep rocks, a bit away from Guba-Khinalig main road. The village has saved its antiquity. it is the only village near around that its people are Azerbaijani Turks. • Hiking to Gleykhudat village from Khinalig ( 3 hours ). Khinalig is a small mountain village, one of the oldest in the world. Its age is more than 5,000 years. This is the highest and most isolated settlement in the Greater Caucasus mountain range, located on the border with Dagestan, 63 km from Quba. Its residents numbering about 2,000 still retain unique cultural traditions, speak their own language and wear their own traditional clothes. • Leaving for Baku with 4x4 cars. Changing 4x4 cars to comfortable transport in Guba village • Arriving in Baku. (Transfer to the hotel or any access point for tourist)

Admission Not Applicable

Khinalug

Admission Not Applicable

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Khinalig - Gleykhudat 1 day hiking tour

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Reviews

5.00

12 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Best experience from Baku.
G580KGthomase,
Jun 27, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did this hike with Heydar. He was brilliant. Interesting guy and a good safe guide. Sadly the weather wasn’t great on our hike with rain & fog. So we didn’t see any views. However I’d was t still a really fun experience getting on the mountain & meeting the local families.
Amazing trip with spectacular views
kamilbC7879DI,
May 6, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The whole trip was organised professionally and the company was very helpful and flexible with the last minute changes of plan which we made due to the bad weather. Our guide was amazing. We spent the entire trip discussing history and culture of Azerbaijan and admiring breathtaking views. We have visited many places in Azerbaijan but this trip was definitely the most spectacular as regards the nature and landscape. If you hesitate between choosing a trip to Xinalig only and that one the later one is a much much better choice.
Beautiful hike between quiet mountain villages - unforgettable experience
RachelL4342,
Dec 8, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing experience. We hiked in the beautiful mountains - very remote. Incredibly hospitable meal at a local family’s home. Such a memorable day. Our guide was fantastic.
Best local guide
917kelseyw,
Dec 8, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We couldn't have asked for a better guide in Baku and then on our day trip up to the mountains. Tural was a knowledgeable, well organized and extremely kind guide. I felt like we saw a really authentic side of Azerbaijan and it was an unforgettable visit as a result. One tip: bring a warm layer to the mountains, it can get pretty windy! 10/10 recommend.
Daytour to the caucasus - MUST DO!
905saschal,
Oct 26, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
If you stay in Baku and like to experience the beautiful nature this is definitely the tour to do! And Outdoor Caucasus is defenitely the company to choose! Our guide Turlan and driver Jamil picked us up at our Baku hotel around 9am. The drive to the mountains takes 3-4 hours. Nevertheless as our friendly and competent guide gave us numerous interesting information the time passed quickly. As you leave glamorous Baku you drive through the suburbs, pass along smaller settelments and farms in the arid landscape. Reaching the small city of Quoba you turn towards the mountains and finally find yourself in the middle of a breathtaking scenery. The peaks here reach over 3000m, just short grasses and occasional shrubs grow here. Khinalig is the starting point of a 2-3h hike, which although it offers stunning views and experience of nature is easy to accomplish. It ends at Gleykhudat with admittance to the house of a local family and a good tasting homecooked lunch. What a difference between the modern life in Baku and these isolated villages. After a short hike back to the car it‘s another 3h back to Baku, reaching it around 9pm.Just expect driving in Azerbaijan to be a bit wilder than probably at your home. Great thanks to Turlan and Jamil! To repeat myself: a definite must do tour!
Easily the absolute best tour I’ve ever been on!
manseeingtheearth,
Oct 3, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I can’t overstate the phenomenal experience we had on this tour. Nurlan and Jamal from Outdoor Caucuses provided us with what is without a doubt the best tour I have been on in almost 30 years of traveling around the world. Their natural charisma, knowledge and wonderfully amiable and good natured manner was the perfect fit for two guys in a very foreign country who had trepidations about touring Azerbaijan. What we thought might be a dreadful experience turned out to be one of the happiest experiences ever. I understand how hyperbolic I might sound, but there’s no other honest way to extoll the phenomenal experience Nurlan and Jamal provided us. And having one man solely in charge of driving and the other dedicated to talking and explaining everything added a sense of safety. Nurlan provided all the confidence we needed to make the 6 mile trek to Galakhudat towards the top and enjoy an authentic home cooked meal. From their gentle and easy-going friendliness to the food they provided us to their dedication to our safety, sightseeing enjoyment and their professionalism, we wish we never had to have different tour guides anywhere in the world. Yes, the scenery and cultural experience are breathtaking, but Nurlan and Jamal were truly the engine that made everything an unforgettable life experience. We want to come back! Please don’t just take my word for it.
Best Hiking trip
khalifaa359,
Aug 12, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nurlan was an amazing and professional and friendly guide. The ride to the mountain was rocky if someone has motion sickness, you need to pack your meds. Otherwise, every minute was worth it! The views, the hike, the people! Everything was perfect! One of our favorite hikes worldwide.
Thanks!
ffahhad,
Jun 4, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The hike was quite nice it required some effort but it was amazing! The tour guide was funny and spoke good english. He also took us to a traditional house and made us try traditional Azerbaijani food.
Fabulous way to enjoy the amazing Azerbaijan mountains
JLK2011,
Jun 3, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our driver Nurlan and guide Sakit could not have been kinder to 2 50+ ladies on this 13 our trip, loaning me a cagoole and gaiters, buying us snacks, and answering our endless questions. Nurlan's driving is to be highly praised, as it is a long drive, partly on winding roads. Hiking was fabulous - we saw golden eagles, mountain meadows, and the 3 mountain villages of Cek, Xinaliq and Qalaxudat. In addition to a lovely coffee stop opposite FiveFinger Mountain, we had a delicious cooked lunch in Qalaxudat, with tea, fresh local produce and the best bread imaginable. The scenery is wonderful, and the hiking manageable, though I could feel the altitude. On a practical note, make sure you wear appropriate shoes, as it is muddy at the start. The weather can be very changeable, so layers are practical - and you will need warm clothes.
Best day trip from Baku
Jet20992099,
May 26, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Recently we booked a day trip with Outdoor Caucasus as we wanted to hike in the mountains. As it was at really short notice we were very thankful that Nurlan could confirm. It turned out to be a great experience and fantastic day with our guide Elvin and Ilga the driver. The hike from the highest mountain village to another was breathtaking. The level of the hike was just right ( thanks Elvin!) and the views of the Caucasus, sheep, eagles, flowers were just awesome. I was glad that we had booked a private tour though as this way it was all the time just the three of us and nothing else than the pure sound of nature. Elvin stopped wherever we wanted. Whether it was just for taking another picture or to take a short rest. We just didn’t want to leave and arrived an hour late in Baku. Thanks so much guys. Great job from all. Highly recommended.