2 Days Shamakhi, Lahij, Gabala, and Sheki Tour
ID: GYG607807-1019147
Category:
Country: Azerbaijan
Duration:
4 days
Description
Experience 2 day trip in nature and visit Azerbaijan’s oldest cities and its newest resort town. Travel into the Azerbaijan mountains from Baku that explores Shamakhi, Ismayilli, and Qabala
After the meeting in defined meeting point or hotel, we start the tour to Diri Baba Mausoleum located between Baku and Shamakhi. We reach there in 1 hour and half.
While reaching the Mauseloum, guide will explain about the history of this place by walking around and inside. There are many legends about Diri Baba and with its ancient mysteries, this landmark attracts many curious visitors.
From Diri Baba Mausoleum to the Juma Mosque is 30 minutes distance by car.
Shamakhi Juma Mosque, one of the oldest Muslim temples in Azerbaijan, as well as in the South Caucasus and the Middle East and first Mosque in Azerbaijan was built in 743.
While entering inside the Mosque, you need to remove your shoes, but walking barefoot is not a problem, because the floor is covered with thick carpets.
Tour continues to Ismayilli region and next point is Hanging Bridge (Zernava Bridge). From the Yeddi Gumbaz to the bridge is 60 minutes by car at least. You will see the beauty of the nature and the view of the majestic natural canyon and Zernava suspension bridge.
As a part of the tour, our last stop is Lahij village. from the Hanging Bridge to the Lahij is 40 minutes way by car.
Ismayilli region stands out for its unique nature. The village of Lahij is known far beyond the borders of the republic thanks to its copper craftsmen. Lahij is one of the most ancient human settlements and notable place in Azerbaijan, with its authentic handicrafts traditions, particularly related to copper.
Guests will spent about 1 hour and half or more here with the guide explanation, see the live handicraft working process and more.
After completing the tour, heading to Gabala, that takes about 1 hour by car.
Our next stop will be the Nohur lake ( Nohurgol) is located in a few kilometres southeast of Qabala is one of Azerbaijan’s most beautiful spots, 700 m above sea level. You will be amazed by the fresh air and water is one of the most picturesque places of Gabala. The quiet atmosphere and bird sounds create an ideal relaxation environment to escape from the noise of the city. Moreover, you can try horse riding and boat trip. Swimming is prohibited but fishing and hiking are popular.
“Seven Beauties” waterfall (Yeddi Gozel) gives cooling and freshness of crystal clear water. This mountainous waterfall flowing from the highest peaks of the Caucasus Mountains and the name of the Seven Beauties (Yeddi Gozal) Waterfall originates from the name of the 7 mountain roads that should pass to reach the waterfall.
The final sightseeing destination of this will be in Tufandag Summer-Winter Touristic , “Tufandaq” Winter-Summer Tourism Complex that offers you to contemplate the whole view, which rises above 1920 m and shows the landscape in full view that you can see all of the panorama of Gabala at any time of the year, skiing on the ski tracks of different difficulty level, ski training and ski school.
Highlights
- Discover the ancient and historical places of Azerbaijan
- See the famous and attractive nature-loving tourist destinations of Azerbaijan
- Learn about the first Mosque and Diri Baba Mausoleum of Azerbaijan
- Wend your way to the ancient Lahij village and explore ancient traditions
- Take time to explore the city of Gabala and enjoy the nature in each season
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We can pick up the guests from the hotel or appoint 2 main meeting points and take the guests from Qosha Qala Qapisi (Double Gates) which is the main entrance for the Old City and Nizami Metro station which is at the center of Baku and near all hotels around. Your guide will be waiting at these points with the sign of Visit Land Azerbaijan.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.