Taste of Azerbaijan: Ultimate Cuisine Tour with Snacks and Dinner

Summary

Your tour starts at Icari Shahar metro station in Baku, where you'll meet your guide and set off on your food adventure. As you visit eateries in the Old City of Baku, learn about the food served at each. Gain insight into Azerbaijani sauces and spices as you sample items such as qutab, a dish made from thinly rolled dough. Pastry items in Azerbaijan are considered to be a source of pride. Continue to a restaurant decked out in national style, where you can choose what you'd like to try with recommendations from your guide. If you wish, you may order more food, or purchase alcoholic drinks (own expense). As you eat, listen to cooking tips and stories about the country's food customs. You'll also enjoy a cup of tea before your tour ends at the starting location. A vegetarian option is available if you specify your needs at the time of booking.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Explore Baku Old Town and downtown areas discovering Azerbaijani food and snacks on this 4.5-hour tour. Get direct experience with our foodie tour guide to see how Azerbaijan has been influenced by Arabic, Caucasian and Mediterranean cuisines, yet retaining uniqueness and exquisite characteristics that stand out with meaty and oily dishes. Gain appreciation for local cuisine's harmony of different types of meals, sauces and spices and treat your taste buds at 2 handpicked eateries. The tour will end at a local tea house located at the shores of Caspian Sea, where you will be served with Azerbaijani tea and a local jam, called "murabba".

What’s included?

  • 2-course dinner (appetizer and entree)

  • Snacks

  • Tea and sweets (2 types)

  • Entry/Admission - Baku Old City

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 4h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Baku Tours

About operator:

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