Juma Mosque
The first mosque in all Caucasus and in Azerbaijan
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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A full-day tour to Shamakhi and Gabala from Baku. Visiting the most interesting sights in Shamakhi such as Diri Baba mausoleum, Juma mosque, in Lahij the trade street, experience the coppersmith workshops. The suspension bridge will be an unforgettable experience for thrill lovers. At about 9 pm we will be back in Baku.
We meet You in your Baku accommodation.
The first mosque in all Caucasus and in Azerbaijan
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Sightseeing places on the way to Lahij (2070 m above the sea level)
We will spend here around 1 hour.
Walking through Lahij trade street
The distinct clinking sound of metal being worked can be heard as you walk through the town.
Visit to Lahij History Museum and the Mosque.
Drive to Suspension bridge (Asma körpü)
10-15 minutes • Admission Ticket 2 AZN
This hanging bridge located over Girdimanchay river, on the road to Gabala. Another name of it is Zarnava bridge, was built high on the river after the river destroyed hundreds of regular bridges. It is very good for thrill-seekers.
One of the longest teleferic of the world. Whether for skiing or just for memorable summer views of the Alpine scenery behind Gabala, jump aboard the Tufandag network of two cable cars
1 hour • Admission Ticket 19 AZN
The lake is surrounded by a forest. Walking around or sail on the boat.
15-20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
A forest waterfall, consisting of seven levels. We can see only 3 levels of it. Please don't expect Niagara :)
15-20 minutes
Drive to Sheki. Overnight in Sheki
The Day-1 finishes. Tomorrow we will visit Sheki places.
Sheki is located 675 m above sea level in the southern slopes of the Greater Caucasus about 370 km away from Baku. The region around the city is a real natural wonder with beautiful landscapes, mineral water springs, forests and rivers.
From the Silk Road to the modern day, the delightful northern Azerbaijan city Sheki has been a remarkable travel destination.
A historical monument in Sheki, a part of which is still used as a hotel.
15-20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The most outstanding and valuable monument from the 18th century in Azerbaijan. It was built in 1752-1762 as the summer residence of Sheki Khans'.
30-40 minutes • Entrance fee 9 AZN
Kish is home to a Caucasian Albanian church, dedicated to St. Elisha. The church in Kish is one of the most unique and interesting churches in Azerbaijan.
30 minutes • Entrance fee 9 AZN
Drive to back to Baku.
Drop-off to hotel. Tour ends at around 9 pm.
Know Before You Book:
Know Before You Go:
- The tour starts at 9 am from your Baku accommodation. Our driver will be in your accommodation place 10 minutes earlier. The tour start time can be changed according to your request.
- For those who travel from Georgia to Azerbaijan: we meet You in Georgia-Azerbaijan border at the agreed time.
At the end of tour program, the tour car will drive back to Baku and will drop-off You to your Baku accommodation place. Or if You chose to be dropped off to Georgia Border, then the end point will be the border.
Please contact us for more information.
Independent multi-day Azerbaijan Tour is a PRIVATE tour. Unfortunately, for now we can't organize it as in groups!
*If You wish to do this program with the lowest budget possible, You can join our Gabala & Shamakhi GROUP tour, and at the end of the tour (in Gabala), we can assist or redirect You to go on your trip to Sheki by yourself. Please contact us for more details.
If the group size is 12-16 persons, the car will be Mercedes Sprinter.
If the group size is 7-12 persons, the car will be Toyota Hiace minivans.
We use Mercedes Vito minivans if the group size is 6 or lesser people.
* Sedan and 4WD cars are also available for 1-3 persons.
Yes, You can! Please contact us if You have any additional requirements.
- Not much walking is involved in this tour, as we drive right to the activity points. In waterfall area there will be moderate walking.
Yes, in private tours the timings are flexible and you can spend more time at the sights. It completely depends on your wishes.
Yes, the independent multi-day tour includes the driver only, no tour guide is considered. To make it more interesting for our guests, we try our best to give one of our English speaking drivers, but it is not always possible.
3. Admission fees are:
- Diri Baba mausoleum Shamakhi: 10 AZN (optional entrance)
- Suspension bridge in Lahij: 2 AZN.
- Gabala Cable Car: 19 AZN
- Sheki Khan's Palace: 9 AZN
- Sheki Albanian Church: 9 AZN
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Total: 49 AZN (29$)
Yes. Hotel accommodation and catering are not included in our rates. But we are always happy to assist You with hotel bookings. Please let us know if our suggestion is needed.
Yes, in Sheki also, the itinerary might be completely flexible ✅