Cook and Dine in Azerbaijani Village

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

️ Forget city restaurants and cooking schools. Azerbaijan’s soul lives in its mountain villages, where goats wander cobblestone paths, bread is baked in clay ovens, and hospitality is a way of life. Travel 2.5 hours into the countryside — past hills and ancient forests — to villages that time forgot.

This experience invites you into a real local home where you'll learn to cook traditional dishes from scratch. Your hosts treat you like family: teaching, laughing, cooking, and dining together. You'll prepare classics like dolma, plov, or qutab using recipes handed down through generations.

Then comes the best part — sitting together at the table, sharing stories over tea, tasting food made with your own hands. No rush. No performance. Just authentic connection.. Feel what it's like to be part of an Azerbaijani family, even if just for an afternoon.

Perfect for food lovers, culture seekers,anyone tired of tourist traps. This is the experience you'll talk about for years.

What's Included

Small handmade gift from the host family
Air-conditioned vehicle
Unlimited Azerbaijani tea, homemade jams, sweets and desserts
Full homemade meal (multiple traditional courses prepared by the host family)
Lunch during the drive (If needed, we can stop at a local café)
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses
Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please meet us at the designated exit of Elmlər Akademiyası Metro Station.
Our driver will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “Village Cooking Experience” and will be wearing a bright red polo shirt or jacket, making it easy for you to find us.

Please arrive 10 minutes before departure.
The exact address of the host family’s village will be shared after booking.

Your journey includes a scenic 2.5-hour drive through Azerbaijan’s beautiful mountain landscapes – an unforgettable part of the experience.

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Meeting point

Upon arrival at Elmlər Akademiyası Metro Station, please go to the main exit. Your driver will be waiting with a sign that says “Village Cooking Experience” and will be wearing a bright red polo shirt or jacket. If you have trouble finding us, please contact us through your Viator booking.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Total Duration: 9-10 hours
Itinerary:
Stop 1: Baku to Village - 2.5 hours (driving)
Scenic mountain drive
Photo stops at viewpoints
Introduction to the region's history
Stop 2: Village Family Home - 4-5 hours
Welcome tea ceremony
Traditional cooking session (2-3 hours)
Shared family meal
Cultural exchange and storytelling
Garden/yard exploration
Tea and local sweets
Stop 3: Return to Baku - 2.5 hours (driving)
Sunset/evening mountain views
Drop-off at hotel/metro

Note: Flexible timing based on season and group preference. Morning departures recommended (9:00-10:00 AM start).

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Dining Experiences
High Tea
Dinner
Food & Drink
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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