Quba
Apple orchards, mountain villages and Quba's old town.
165 km from Baku · approx. 2 h 30 min
Quba sits at the foot of the Greater Caucasus. Wander the old town and the Red Settlement, walk in Shahdag National Park or head to Afurja waterfall — all reachable on a comfortable day trip.
Highlights
- Quba old town and the Red (Jewish) Settlement
- Afurja waterfall and Shahdag National Park
- Candy Cane Forest viewpoint
- Pairs well with Qusar and Khinalig
Local tip: Quba is the gateway to Qusar, Shahdag and Khinalig — ask for a multi-day plan.
Best for: Day trips, nature, culture.
Good to know
Is Quba worth a day trip from Baku?
Yes — about 2.5 hours each way, with enough to see for a full day.
