Old City Baku Tour & Azerbaijani Cooking Class – History & Culinary Masterclass

• Explore Baku’s Old City (Icherisheher), a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Visit the legendary Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs.
• Learn to cook Azerbaijani classics: vine leaf dolma, qutab, and ayran.
• Enjoy a hands-on cooking experience in an authentic Old City setting.
• Savor your freshly prepared dishes with a relaxed, traditional tea service.
• Small group experience for personal guidance and interaction.

A balanced half-day experience starting with Baku’s most important historical sights and transitioning into an intimate culinary journey. The walking portion covers a short but rich route, focusing on the highlights of Icherisheher.

Azerbaijani cuisine is at the crossroads of East and West, blending flavors from the Silk Road, Persian traditions, and the rich agricultural heritage of the Caucasus. Meals are seen as a social event, often shared with family and friends around a generous table.

In the cooking masterclass, you’ll prepare and taste some of the country’s most beloved dishes:

• Dolma (vine leaf) – Recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, this dish of vine leaves filled with minced meat, rice, and herbs has been a symbol of hospitality for centuries.
• Qutab – Sometimes called Azerbaijan’s original “fast food,” qutab is a thinly rolled flatbread stuffed with greens, pumpkin, cheese, or meat, and cooked quickly on a traditional griddle. Despite its simplicity, it’s a staple of street food and home kitchens alike.
• Ayran – A cooling drink made from yogurt and water, but in Azerbaijan it has its own twist with a touch of dry mint, making it especially refreshing in warm weather.

After the class, enjoy the dishes you’ve made together in a relaxed, communal setting. The experience ends with the quintessential Azerbaijani tea ritual — fragrant samovar tea accompanied by local sweets and homemade jams, a tradition deeply tied to hospitality.

Know before You book:

• This is a walking tour; comfortable shoes recommended.
• Vegetarian options available upon request (please advise at time of booking).
• Maximum group size: 10 participants.
• Tours may be conducted in English and Russian; please advise your language preference during booking.

Child Policy

• Children aged 0-6 years: Free of charge.
• Children aged 7-11 years: 50% of the adult price.
• Children aged 12 years and above: Full adult price applies.

We strive to make our tours family-friendly and affordable for travelers of all ages. Please ensure to provide accurate details about the number and ages of children when booking.

Know before You go:

• Please contact us at least 24hrs before travel to provide your accommodation details and arrange pickup.

If you only have half a day in Baku, this experience delivers both its soul and its flavor. You’ll explore the city’s historic heart, touch its centuries-old culture, and learn recipes you can recreate at home — all in a single, memorable outing.