One of the most enchanting regions of Azerbaijan, Quba, invites you to an incredible horseback tour! Riding along historic trails near the borders of Shahdag National Park, we will journey to ancient mountain villages that have preserved their culture and traditions for millennia. On this tour, you will experience an unforgettable adventure on horseback, traversing mountain paths, forests, and river crossings while visiting ancient villages such as Red Settlement, Khinalug, Griz, and other ethnic communities. Along the way, you will discover the local lifestyle, folklore, and culinary secrets, while enjoying the breathtaking panorama of the Caucasus Mountains, lush forests, and highland pastures. Contact us for an adventurous, unique, and unforgettable journey!
About Tour
Before joining the horse tour, it is important to familiarize yourself with all the details of the tour. This is especially useful for first-time riders and helps prevent unexpected situations. Knowing in advance about the difficulty level of the route, required equipment, distance, and weather conditions will help you move more comfortably and safely during the tour.
Horse Tour Program:
Day 1: Baku – Guba – Griz Village
We depart from Baku to Griz village in Guba (3 hours). From Guba, we take 4x4 vehicles to Griz village. In Griz village, we get acquainted with the horses and conduct a short test ride for checking them. We stay overnight in a local house in Griz village.
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Distance (Baku – Guba – Griz Village): 220 km
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Starting altitude: 2020 m
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Maximum altitude: 2200 m
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Ending altitude: 2020 m
Day 2: Griz Village – Alik Village – Haput Village – Khinaliq Village
After breakfast in Griz village, we head towards Alik village. We continue our journey along the White River to reach Haput village. After exploring the village, we continue towards Khinaliq village. We cross the Haput Pass at an altitude of 2500 m and descend to the Gudyal River. Following the Gudyal River, we reach Khinaliq village. We leave the horses to rest, explore the village, and settle in a guesthouse. We stay overnight in a guesthouse in Khinaliq.
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Distance: 22 km
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Starting altitude: 2020 m
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Maximum altitude: 2500 m
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Ending altitude: 2154 m
Day 3: Khinaliq Village – Galakhudat Village – Griz Village
After breakfast in Khinaliq village, we head towards Griz village via a historic route. First, we reach Galakhudat village. After a lunch break in Galakhudat, we continue towards Griz village. We pass over the Gudyal River Canyon and reach Griz village.
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Distance: 20 km
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Starting altitude: 2154 m
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Maximum altitude: 2300 m
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Ending altitude: 2020 m
Day 4: Khinaliq Village – Galakhudat Village – Griz Village
After breakfast in Griz, we head towards Griz Dehne village. Passing through the Griz pastures, we visit the Griz Dehne waterfall and reach Griz Dehne village. Then, we depart for Baku.
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Distance: 12 km
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Starting altitude: 2020 m
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Maximum altitude: 2300 m
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Ending altitude: 1300 m
Services Included in the Tour Price:
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Baku – Guba – Griz Dehne Village – Baku (Mercedes Vito, Sprinter)
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Griz Dehne – Griz Village – Griz Dehne Village (4x4 vehicles)
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Mountain vehicles for luggage (4x4 vehicles)
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Mountain and horse guide (1 guide per 7 people)
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Horses
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Accommodation in guesthouses (3 nights)
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Meals in guesthouses (3 times)
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Entrance tickets to Shahdag National Park
Services Not Included in the Tour Price:
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Personal clothing and equipment
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Other services not mentioned in the program
Required Equipment:
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Backpack 30-40 L (for use during the tour)
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Comfortable hiking shoes
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Comfortable hiking pants and jacket
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Weather-appropriate sunglasses, hat, etc.
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Sunscreen
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Water bottle
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Thermos
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Helmet
Note: The required equipment may vary depending on the season. Please consult the organizer before the tour.
Additional Information and Conditions:
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Registration and Permission: Registration and full payment are required at least 30 days before the tour.
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Cancellation and Refund Policy:
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Full refund if canceled 30 days before the tour date.
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70% refund if canceled 15 days before the tour (30% is non-refundable).
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50% refund if canceled 7 days before the tour.
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No refund for cancellations made 5 days or less before the tour.
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Tour Program Changes: The tour leader reserves the right to change or cancel the program due to weather conditions, public events, or unforeseen circumstances.
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Group Size: Can be 3, 7, or 14 people. For different group requests, please contact us for a custom price.
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Mobile Connectivity: Mobile network may not be available in some mountainous areas. The best coverage is provided by Azercell.
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Food and Equipment: Participants are responsible for their own meals and cooking in mountain conditions.
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Custom Requests: If you want to add or remove specific locations or meals from the tour, please contact us.
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Tips: Tipping is optional if you are satisfied with the services.
