Overview
Nakhchivan is one of the oldest cities in Azerbaijan. The first information about the city is given by the historian Josephus Flavius (e. G. I century BC) and the Greek geographer Claudius Ptolemy in his book "Geography".
Nakhchivan is located in the south-eastern part of the Caucasus.
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What is included/excluded
2x Breakfast
Accommodation included: 1 night
Private transportation
Return Air tickets Baku-Nakhchivan-Baku
1 night in 5 star Tabriz Hotel in Nakhchivan
Guide&Driver
Return airport transfer both in Baku and in Nakhchivan
Entry/Admission - Ashab Kahf
Entry/Admission - The Khan's Palace
Entry/Admission - Momine Khatun Mausoleum
Entry/Admission - Duzdag Hotel ***** Nakhchivan
Excluded
Insurance
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Departure & Return
Traveler pickup is offered
We will organize pick up from any address in a 15 km radius of Baku.
Airports- Heydar Aliyev Intl Airport, Baku Azerbaijan
8:00 AM
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What to Expect
Itinerary
Day 1: Ashab-i Kahf and Nakhchivan city tour
Stop At: Nakhchivan, Nakhchivan
05:30 - Transfer from your accommodation in Baku to the Airport
08:00 - Flight from Baku to Nakhchivan
Flight time: 1 hour
09:30 - Arrival to Nakhchivan
10:30 - Have a free traditional breakfast in Nakhchivan
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Ashab Kahf, Nakhchivan Azerbaijan
Ashabi-Kahf is a sanctuary in a natural cave which is located in the eastern part of the city of Nakhchivan, between the mountains of Ilandag and Nahajir in Azerbaijan. Since ancient times Ashabi-Kahf is considered as a sacred place. It is known not only in Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, but also in other regions of Azerbaijan and countries of the Middle East. Each year tens of thousands of people make a pilgrimage to this place.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Khan's Palace, Nakhchivan Azerbaijan
Palace of Nakhchivan Khans (Azerbaijani: Naxçıvan xanlarının sarayı) is historical and architectural monument of the 18th century located in Nakhchivan. The monument built in the style of the Nakhchivan-Maragha architectural school was the residence of the Nakhchivan khans before the early 20th century.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Alinja Castle, Nakhchivan Azerbaijan
“The Machu Picchu of Azerbaijan.” That is how some locals have described the site of Alinja Castle, whose recently restored ruins are likely to become one of the prime tourist attractions of Azerbaijan’s disconnected Nakhchivan exclave.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Noah’s Mausoleum, Heydar Aliyev Street, Nakhchivan Azerbaijan
The Tomb of prophet Noah or Noah’s Mausoleum is a mausoleum in the city of Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan. Architecture of the construction is dated from the 8th century.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Momine Khatun Mausoleum, Nakhchivan Azerbaijan
According to some investigators, Shamsaddin Eldaniz, the ruler of the Atabaylar state, his wife Momine Khatun, and his son Mahammad Jahan Pahlavan were buried in the mausoleum.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Nakhchivan, Nakhchivan, Nakhchivan
-Open Air Museum
-Axmed Djavad Mauoleum
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 5 star Tabriz Hotel
Day 2: Batabat lake and Duzdag Cave Sanatory visit tour
Stop At: Duzdag Hotel ***** Nakhchivan, duzdağı şaxtası yolu, Naxçıvan 0994, Azerbaijan
This is physiotherapy hospital for natural medical treatment of asthma and bronchitis at an altitude of 1173 meters above sea level and 2 km away from 5*Duzdag hotel. The Asthmatics are staying in the mountain Duzdagh about one month for asthma treatment. The treatment gives on 95% of positive result. Very interesting place and unique. Duzdagh also extracts food salt.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Batabat, Azerbaijan
Batabat is a tarn in the South Caucasus. It is located in Azerbaijan, in the mountains of Shahbuz District, Nakhichivan Autonomous Republic. Located at an elevation of 2,500 meters above sea level.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
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Hotel Pickup
Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Additional info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate