Baku to Shamakhi and Lahij Tour

Shamakhi – is one of the most ancient cities in Azerbaijan dated back to 5th century BC. In the Middle Ages, Shamakhi was the capital of the Shirvanshahs government. In the Middle Ages Shamakhi was one of the fascinating cities in the east. City also has the biggest astrophysical observatory in the Caucasus. The city itself is not only rich with its nature and beauty but very rich with monuments that have historical significance.

Lahij – village is one of the most ancient inhabited cities in Azerbaijan that located in Ismailli region. Lahij is the best example of original architecture that preserved by villagers more than centuries. Lahij Village entered to List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of UNESCO because the village was one of the best handcraft and trading centers in the Caucasus. The main fame of the village comes from handmade copper products with a magnificent design that all made in the village with traditional way.

• What is included/excluded

  Bottled water
  Driver/guide
  Local guide
  Hotel pickup and drop-off
  Transport by private vehicle
  Free fridge magnets
  
  Excluded
  Lunch

• Departure & Return

  Traveler pickup is offered
  
  9:00 AM

• What to Expect

  Itinerary for this tour:
  
  10 am: Transfer from Baku to Shamakhi
  
  12:00: Diri Baba mausoleum - a mausoleum that built 1402 for a holy person and still attracts locals as a pilgrimage place.
  
  1:00 pm: Lunch
  
  2:00 pm: Juma Mosque in Shamakhi - The oldest and largest mosque in Azerbaijan, Shamakhi Juma, according to the legend was built in the 8th century when Shamakhi was chosen as residence by an Arabian caliph. The initial Arabian inscription on the portal of the mosque said that the mosque had constructed in 743.
  
  3:00 pm: Yeddi Gumbez Mausoleum complex, mausoleums that built for the family member of the Khan of Shamakhi around 17 th centuries.
  
  4:00 pm: Trip to Lahij Village
  
  8:00 pm: Transfer to Baku
  
  You will get free fridge magnets for this tour. 2 pieces per each.

• 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.

• Cancellation Policy

  For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

• Additional info

  Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  Wheelchair accessible
  Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate