Itinerary

1. Day 01: Shamakhi Tour + Transfer to Gabala

   • Greet guests at Heydar Aliyev International Airport or meeting point.

   • Transfer to Shamaki through Maraza region.

   • Visit Diribaba Mausoleum, a 15th-century structure carved into a cliffside, dedicated to the Sufi saint Diribaba.

   • Explore Juma Mosque, one of the oldest mosques in the Caucasus, surviving multiple earthquakes.

   • Visit Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum, a necropolis of the Shirvan royal family with seven domed tombs offering sweeping views.

   • Transfer to Gabala and check in at the hotel.

   Overnight stay at the hotel in Gabala.

2. Day 02: Gabala and Sheki Tour

   • Pick up from the hotel.

   • Visit Nidj Udin Village and Chotari Albanian Church in Gabala, home to the largest population of the Udi people.

   • Continue to Sheki region.

   • Explore Sheki Khan Palace, a UNESCO-listed site from the 18th century.

   • Visit ABAD Ceramic Arts Centre, a hub promoting Azerbaijani pottery and handicrafts.

   • Explore the Art Gallery showcasing traditional and contemporary Azerbaijani art.

   • Visit Craftsmen’s House (Shebeke Workshop) to see artisans create intricate stained-glass windows.

   • Discover Caravanserai in Sheki, a restored Silk Road-era inn now functioning as a museum, restaurant, and marketplace.

   • Enjoy a wine tasting at Sheki Sherab Winery, featuring locally produced wines.

   • Return to the hotel in Sheki for an overnight stay.

3. Day 03: Sheki + Qakh Ilisu Tour

   • Pick up from the hotel.

   • Visit Kish Albanian Church, one of the oldest churches in the Caucasus.

   • Explore Kurmuk Temple, a small but historically significant place of worship.

   • Visit Qum Basilica, an early Christian architectural site with religious importance.

   • Discover Sumug-gala Castle, a medieval fortress offering magnificent views.

   • Walk across Ulu Bridge, a historic stone bridge and a feat of ancient engineering.

   • Visit Ulu Mosque, one of the oldest mosques in the region.

   • End the day with a visit to Abdulkhaliq Hammam, a traditional bathhouse in Sheki.

   • Return to the hotel in Sheki for an overnight stay.

4. Day 04: Transfer to the Airport

   • Check out from the hotel.

   • Visit Sheki Bazaar, a vibrant market offering local produce, Azerbaijani sweets, handcrafted items, and textiles.

   • Experience the lively atmosphere of the market and explore its sensory delights.

   • After 1-2 hours at the bazaar, drive to Baku or Lagodeki (Georgian border).

   • Drop off at the airport or border point for onward travel.