Arrival at the Airport and Transfer to Hotel

Baku - Meet at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Baku.

Baku - Quba - Jek Village

Quba - Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Travel to the northern region of Azerbaijan, heading to Quba city (a 3-hour bus journey). Proceed to the village of Jek. Overnight stay in Jek (local house or tent).

Beginning of Trekking Route: Jek - Elik - Bostankesh

Bostankesh – Khinaliq

State Historical, Architectural and Ethnographic Reserve Khinalig - Have breakfast in the village at a local family’s home. Continue the trek. Distance: 9 km (2 km ascent); altitude: 2500 meters. Upon reaching Khinaliq village, enjoy a tour. Khinaliq (Xinaliq, Khinalyg) is one of Azerbaijan’s most renowned mountain villages, with a population of about 2000. The historical and ethnic values are represented by 220 families. The few villagers of Khinaliq form a unique, distinct ethnographic group. This mountainous settlement (2500 m above sea level) is likened to an open-air museum due to its rare landscape and the unique lifestyle of its people. Khinaliq was once the most isolated village in Azerbaijan, with a population of 2000 who speak their own distinct language (Ketsh). Dinner and overnight stay in a local family house.

Khinalig - Qalakhudat

Kalaykhudat - Breakfast in the village with a local family. Qalakhudat village is situated 10 km from Khinaliq, at an altitude of 3400 meters. After walking 4 km, ascend 6 km to reach Qalakhudat. Explore the village and learn about local traditions. Dinner and overnight stay at a local family house.

Qalakhudat - Griz

Qrız - Breakfast with a local family. Griz village is located 12 km from Qalakhudat, at an altitude of 2700 meters (5 km ascent and 7 km descent on the route). Dinner and accommodation at a local family house.

Griz or Qriz Village - Susai Village

Susai - Baku

Baku - Breakfast in Susai village. Transfer to Baku (4 hours). Upon arrival, enjoy free time in Baku.

DEPARTURE DAY

Baku - Transfer to the airport.

Pick up from the hotel

Drop off at the airport

• Personal insurance
• Meals: Breakfast (8 days), Lunch (5 days), Dinner (6 days), Coffee break (6 days)
• Transport on 1st, 2nd, 8th, and 9th days
• Accommodation in hotels and guest houses
• Mountain guide expenses
• Luggage storage in car trunk

• Flight tickets
• Horse for carrying luggage
• Equipment for hiking

Join us for an extraordinary 9-day trek through the picturesque green Caucasus Mountains along Azerbaijan’s northern border. Experience the unique culture, locations, and ancient traditions of our beautiful country while staying in local guest houses along the journey.

Over the course of these days, we will hike approximately 46 kilometers, guiding you along a rocky path to the land of the Qriz people, one of the many ethnic groups in the Quba district, with historical ties to Caucasian Albania. Quba is home to 28 distinct ethnic groups residing in secluded villages in this remote area.

From Quba, our path will take us to the isolated villages of Jek, Elik, Bostankesh, Khinaliq, Qalakhudat, and Qriz. The Qriz villages maintain a sense of seclusion and a traditional agricultural lifestyle. The distinctive way of life of its inhabitants makes Khinalig, one of Azerbaijan’s renowned mountain villages, often likened to an open-air museum.

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