From Baku: Gabala and Shamakhi Nature and Food Tour Gabala and Shamakhi Nature and Food Tour
ID: GYG292070-O-508110
Category:
Country: Azerbaijan
Duration:
08:30 hours
Description
Travel into the mountains of Azerbaijan from Baku on a full-day tour. Explore Shamakhi and Gabala, discovering Azerbaijani food, vast lakes, and alpine scenery.
After pickup from your hotel in Baku, head off into the Azerbaijani mountains for a full-day adventure. You’ll start in the Shamakhi region, visiting the the Juma mosque, dating back to the 12th century. Driving through the picturesque north-eastern caucasian mountains, you’ll arrive in Gabala.
After sitting down for a lunch of traditional Azerbaijani delicacies, you’ll head off into the verdant mountains that Gabala is renowned for. At the foot of Mount Tufandagh, you’ll board a cable card to head up to the top of the mountain to gaze upon the lush valleys beneath you.
Afterwards, head off to Nohur Lake, known for its emerald-green waters surrounded by stately mountains. Hopping in to a Soviet-era Lada car, you’ll mount the hill up to the 7 Beauties Waterfall, named for the 7 stages of the falls. After taking in innumerable natural beauty, you’ll head back to your accommodation in Baku.
Highlights
- Visit the Juma mosque, the oldest mosque in Azerbaijan
- Take a cable car up a mountain for for splendid views over the surrounding area
- Experience Azerbaijani culture through its food in Gabala City
- Explore the pristine Nohur Lake and 7 Beauties Waterfall
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note that in the winter the Seven Beauties waterfall may have to be skipped due to weather or road conditions
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Pickup from your hotel in Baku. Your guide will be waiting in the lobby with a sign with the local partner's name on it.
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
