Shamakhi-Gabala Group Tour
Şamaxı Şamaxı, formerly Shemakha, city, east-central Azerbaijan. It is located 76 miles (122 km) west of Baku and is one of the oldest cities in the republic, dating from the 6th century ad, but the modern city was not incorporated until 1824. From the 9th to the 16th century, it was the residence of the Shirvan shahs.
Gabala, which is located about 225 km away from the capital city of Azerbaijan, is a perfect place for rest and tourism. The weather here is mild in spring and autumn, hot in summer and cold in winter. In addition to marvelous weather, Gabala suggests gorgeous historical monuments, which emerge all around the city and its vicinity.
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Stop At: Juma Mosque, Nariman Narimanov St., Shamakhi Azerbaijan
Shamakhi city, the capital of the ancient state of Shirvan, considered to be one of the most culturally rich regions of our country. It is rightfully declared to be the center of Azerbaijan’s poetry and viticulture; reputation precedes it and therefore the kind words about this city’s beauty spreads all around the world. There you’ll have the chance to visit the Juma Mosque, its grandiose frame catching anyone’s eye. You’ll be informed about the history of Islam in Azerbaijan, which adds symbolism to the mix, considering that Juma Mosque is the oldest Muslim Temple in all Caucasus.
Hitting the road again, we move along Mugan Mountain Pass, the landscapes following us right to the north-west of Azerbaijan.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Topchu, Azerbaijan
After a long eventful day, we settle amidst the rich greenery of Ismailli forest to have a lunch. The whole atmosphere of the place and the three-course meal full of traditional food will bring a truly majestic experience that will be remembered by tourists for a very long time. At the end of our break, we will also share tea in traditional Azerbaijani cups called armudu. After this relaxing hour, gathering our power we will take on a road again, entering the second but nonetheless exciting part of our tour.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Yeddi Gozel Waterfall, Qabala Azerbaijan
The next destination point is truly one of the natural wonders of Azerbaijan. “The seven beauties” waterfall is a magnificent complex where every person will have something to their taste. Be it the greenery of the environment around the actual waterfalls or the bridges set right across them that works as a fantastic view for pictures. The charm of this place is truly unmatched, leaving you wanting to spend much more time around the scenery of this place.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Tufandag Mountain Resort, Duruca KNndi 4 km from Qabala City, Qabala 3600 Azerbaijan
At this point we finally reach the magnificent city of Gabala, the capital of the Gabala district. Its existence has been woven into the history of Azerbaijan since the ancient times, traced back to Caucasian Albania when it played the role of the capital, now turned into the grand ski resort with one of the most famous hotels of the region “Tufandag” located there. The views of these places can be looked at from the high of cable car cables, that are stretched over the territory. The highest point of the region is situated there, the Sleeping Beauty Mountain standing tall over two thousand meters above the worlds ocean level.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Nohur Gol, XV3G+9GR, Gebele, Azerbaijan
The next place we are visiting is no less picturesque that everything we have seen before. On our way back to the capital, we stumble upon the large lake hidden away from prying eyes, creating an obscene experience for everyone who steps foot on that ground. It lets its visitors feel the deep connection to the nature of the country itself and resonates with one’s soul. The movie-like experience of walking along the shore, deep in your thoughts, creates a calm and mesmerizing aura around the place.
It all ends where it started: the beautiful Baku City, so different but at the same time so inherently alike to the rest of the country. You come back renewed, happy and insanely tired, but this feeling is pleasant and well-welcomed. It’s the tiredness of learning something new, of opening your eyes just a little wider and indication of a time earned and not wasted.
Duration: 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"
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Shamakhi-Gabala Group Tour
12/27/2023 - 3/5/2025Monday - Sunday : | 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM |
Duration: 11 To 12 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.