• Baku - Morning in Baku.

Guests are greeted by a guide from Azerbaijan Travel International, the tour operator, and embark on a comfortable bus journey through the city. With 250 kilometers ahead, the itinerary includes several stops for excursions and lunch.

• Diri Baba Mausoleum - Located in the Gobustan District near Qobustan city, the Diri-Baba Mausoleum is one of Azerbaijan’s most fascinating historical landmarks. Constructed around a thousand years ago, this mausoleum is nestled in a picturesque ravine, often referred to as “Little Petra.” It is not only an architectural marvel but also a significant religious site, believed to be the resting place of a renowned Sufi mystic.

Visitors are drawn to the mausoleum’s distinctive design and breathtaking location, which harmonizes beautifully with the surrounding rocky landscape. It is a place where history and spirituality converge, highlighting the cultural significance of nature in Azerbaijan.

The Diri-Baba Mausoleum, with its blend of ancient history, stunning surroundings, and cultural importance, is a memorable destination for anyone exploring Azerbaijan.

• Juma Mosque - 10:45

Shamakhi city, the ancient capital of the medieval state of Shirvan, is a hub of Azerbaijani poetry and viticulture. Here, guests will tour the Juma Mosque, a grand architectural structure built using ancient antiseismic technology. A visit to the first Muslim temple in the Caucasus, established in 743, offers tourists insight into the history of Islam in Azerbaijan and the mosque itself. Following this, the journey continues along the Mugan mountain Pass, a classic route of the Greater Caucasus, leading northwest to Ismayilli.

• Goychay - 13:30

Lunch in the enchanting Goychay forest. An hour-long break at a cozy restaurant adds a culinary highlight to the Baku-Gabala tour. A three-course meal concludes with a tea party, and the fresh, oxygen-rich air enhances digestion. Satisfied and with delightful impressions from the first half of the tour, guests continue their journey. The highlight of the trip awaits them.

• Tufandag Mountain Resort - 15:30
  Gabala, the capital of the Gabala district, was once the capital of Caucasian Albania and is now renowned as a ski resort. Tourists are welcomed at the region’s most famous hotel, “Tufandag.” Ski trails and cable cars offer magnificent views of the mountains and the city’s central area. The highest point of this thrilling attraction is the peak of Sleeping Beauty Mountain (Yatmysh Gezel), situated about two thousand meters above sea level.
• Qabala - 17:00

Azerbaijan Travel International extends the experience beyond a cable car ride in Gabala. The next stop is a tea party at the House of Sweets, where guests enjoy tea with a variety of desserts, included in the tour price.

• Nohur Gol - 17:30

Lake Nohur. The Baku-Gabala tour package concludes with a stop at this vibrant mountain lake. One word describes the experience – tranquility. Whether riding a catamaran on its reflective surface or strolling along its wooded shore, visitors are inspired to reflect on life and appreciate the beauty of the world.
Half an hour later, the journey continues back by semi-express with a brief rest in the city of Shamakhi.

• Transport by air-conditioned minibus
• Professional English/Russian speaking guide

• Personal expenses
• Lunch
• Entry tickets to Cable Car in Tufandag
• Ticket to Diri Baba Mausoleum

Azerbaijan Travel International is delighted to offer our esteemed guests the Shamakhi-Gabala tour.

Our Baku-Gabala tour is an incredible journey that showcases cities, regions and climatic zones as they transform across different parts of the globe. Immerse yourself in the diverse richness of Azerbaijan’s natural landscape by spending a day on this tour. This experience also brings you closer to the cultural heritage and historical roots of Azerbaijan as you traverse lands with a glorious past.

Indeed, the specifics lie in the journey itself. From the wonder that unfolded a millennium ago in Qobustan, the unique architectural techniques of the ancient Shamakhi mosque, the panoramic view of Gabala seen from above, to the distinctive flavor of the Sheki halva, and so much more. All these intricate details and experiences await those who choose to indulge in the Baku-Gabala tour as a delightful treat for themselves and their loved ones.

• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Infant meals not included

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.