Itinerary
- Shamakhi: Explore Shamakhi and Gabala on this guided day trip that includes hotel transfers from Baku. Choose from a tour that includes entry fees and a delicious traditional lunch, or a tour where you can purchase lunch and tickets on your own.
Start with pickup from your accommodation in Baku. Relax on the comfortable drive in an air-conditioned coach, taking in the scenic countryside during the journey. Stop in Shamakhi, the capital of the state of the Shirvanshahs, which existed for almost 7 centuries. - Juma Mosque: Visit the biggest mosque in the Caucasus, the Juma Mosque, which was built in the 8th century. Have time to admire its breathtaking mosaic and tile work, as well as its big courtyards.
- Nohur Lake: After reaching Gabala, join in for a tasty lunch at a traditional restaurant at the Nohur Lake (depending on option selected).
Enjoy some free time to take a boat or catamaran ride on Nohur Lake, walk around the lake, or soak up the natural surroundings. - Take the longest cable car ride in the world and enjoy panoramic views of Gabala. Return to Baku by coach with unforgettable memories of your day in Shamakhi and Gabala.
Includes
- Entrance fees (depending on option selected)
- Traditional lunch Halal (depending on option selected)
- English-speaking guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (depending on option selected)
- Cable Car (depending on option selected)
- Any other additional Expenses
- Boat or catamaran ride at Nohur Lake [AZN 40 per Boat (optional)]
Details
Explore Shamakhi and Gabala on this guided day trip with hotel transfers from Baku. Choose between a tour that includes entry fees and a traditional lunch, or one where you can purchase lunch and tickets on your own.
Start with pickup from your accommodation in Baku and relax in an air-conditioned coach. Enjoy the scenic 2-hour drive to Shamakhi, the capital of the Shirvanshahs for almost 7 centuries.
Visit the Juma Mosque, the biggest mosque in the Caucasus, built in the 8th century. Admire its breathtaking mosaic and tile work.
Drive another hour to the beautiful Nohur Lake and enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant (depending on option selected). Take free time for a boat or catamaran ride.
Next, visit the Summer-Winter Touristic Complex Tufandag, about an hour away. Take the longest cable car ride in the world and enjoy panoramic views of Gabala. Return to Baku by coach with unforgettable memories. The drive back takes around 3-4 hours, depending on traffic.
Start with pickup from your accommodation in Baku and relax in an air-conditioned coach. Enjoy the scenic 2-hour drive to Shamakhi, the capital of the Shirvanshahs for almost 7 centuries.
Visit the Juma Mosque, the biggest mosque in the Caucasus, built in the 8th century. Admire its breathtaking mosaic and tile work.
Drive another hour to the beautiful Nohur Lake and enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant (depending on option selected). Take free time for a boat or catamaran ride.
Next, visit the Summer-Winter Touristic Complex Tufandag, about an hour away. Take the longest cable car ride in the world and enjoy panoramic views of Gabala. Return to Baku by coach with unforgettable memories. The drive back takes around 3-4 hours, depending on traffic.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Total drive time is 3 hours each way.
- Travel time is already included to the total tour duration.
