Shamakhi alpaca farm and wine tour from Baku: A full day

Feed alpacas in mountain pastures, then taste six wines in a working vineyard

A private 6 to 7 hour tour from Baku to Shamakhi combines time at Azerbaijan's first alpaca farm with a vineyard and winery visit in Meysari village. You spend about an hour feeding and interacting with the alpacas on the farm, then move to Meysari Winery for a guided vineyard walk and premium wine tasting with cheese, olives and a meat platter. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with an English-speaking guide.

Step-by-step itinerary

Shamakhi Alpaca farm and winery tour

• Meet at arranged point in Baku
• Drive 90 minutes to Alpaca Azerbaijan Farm
• Receive briefing on alpacas and safety
• Feed and interact with alpacas for 60 minutes
• Drive 10 minutes to Meysari Winery
• Tour vineyard, winery museum, and facilities
• Enjoy premium wine tasting with food for 60 minutes
• Return drive to Baku City Centre (90 minutes)

The experience

The drive from Baku takes 90 minutes to reach Shamakhi, a region known for mountain forests and springs. At Alpaca Azerbaijan Farm, located 120 km from Baku in Meysari village, you get a briefing on alpaca behavior and safety, then spend about an hour feeding and handling the animals in their pasture setting. The farm sits in a moderate humidity zone ideal for the animals, with green pastures and mountain views surrounding the property.

After the alpaca farm, you move 10 minutes down the road to Meysari Winery, one of Azerbaijan's newest operations and the first certified organic EU manufacturer. The winery covers 160 hectares and runs a small museum, restaurant and hotel on the grounds. Your guide leads you through the vineyard and into the working winery, where you taste six types of wine paired with olives, cheese, a meat platter, bread and water. This tasting portion takes about an hour. The tour wraps with a 90-minute drive back to your hotel in Baku City Centre.

You'll need to be ready in your hotel lobby 15 minutes before the scheduled pickup. Kids must be at least 4 years old to join. Wine tasting is for guests 18 and over only. A bottle of water per person is provided, and the pace allows time to linger at both stops without rushing.

What’s included

• Entrance to Alpaca Azerbaijan Farm.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in Baku.
• vineyard and winery tour with premium wine tasting.
• comfortable private transportation.
• English-speaking guide.
• one bottle of water per person.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

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AgesAdult (8 and older) · Child (4 to 7 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by VLA_tourism

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want a scenic mountain drive through Shamakhi as part of the experience, not just transport to the stops. The journey itself matters as much as the alpaca farm and vineyard visits.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 7 years); Infant (under 4): free.

How much time do I actually spend with the alpacas?

About 60 minutes at Alpaca Azerbaijan Farm. After a safety briefing from your guide, you feed and interact with the animals in the pasture. The farm also has a playground with various attractions if you want to explore beyond the alpaca area.

What exactly happens at the winery in Meysari?

Meysari Winery includes a vineyard walk with your guide, a tour of the working winery, and a premium tasting of six types of wine paired with olives, cheese, a meat platter, bread and water. The tasting lasts around 60 minutes. The winery also has a small museum and restaurant on site if you want to spend extra time there.

Is the wine tasting included, or do I pay extra?

The premium wine tasting with six wines and food pairings is included in the tour price. You don't pay separately for it. Wine is not available for guests under 18.

How long is the drive from Baku, and when do I get back?

The drive to Shamakhi takes 90 minutes each way. The full tour runs 6 to 7 hours, though it can stretch to 8 hours depending on how much time you spend at each stop. The return drive to Baku City Centre is another 90 minutes, so plan for a full day out of the city.

What's included in the price?

The tour includes entrance to the alpaca farm, hotel pickup and drop-off, the vineyard and winery tour, premium wine tasting with food, comfortable transportation, an English-speaking guide, and one bottle of water per person.