Azerbaijan · Religious & Spiritual

11-Hour Gabala Day Trip from Baku with Shamakhi Juma Mosque

11 Hours Round trip from Baku Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the historic Shamakhi Juma Mosque and admire its architecture
02 Enjoy panoramic views of the Caucasus Mountains and rural villages
03 Explore Gabala's top attractions, including Nohur Lake and Tufandag Mountain Resort
04 Choose from optional activities like cable car rides, horse riding, or quad biking

Embark on an 11-hour private day trip from Baku to Gabala, exploring Azerbaijan's scenic landscapes and rich heritage. Visit the historic Shamakhi Juma Mosque and admire its grand architecture and spiritual atmosphere as you travel through scenic mountain roads, forests, and charming villages with panoramic views of the Caucasus Mountains. In Gabala, discover Nohur Lake and Tufandag Mountain Resort, with time for optional activities such as a cable car ride, horse riding, or quad biking. Relax with tea at a mountain café and return to Baku with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide.

Visit the historic Shamakhi Juma Mosque and admire its grand architecture and spiritual atmosphere as you travel through scenic mountain roads, forests, and charming villages with panoramic views of the Caucasus Mountains.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Baku, Qabala, Shamakhi

Languages English, Russian, Turkish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Gabala Day Trip via Shamakhi from Baku

Transfer from Baku to Shamakhi, one of Azerbaijan's oldest towns and a former capital of the Shirvanshah Kingdom.
Visit the stunning Shamakhi Juma Mosque, originally built in 743 AD, and admire its grand architecture and spiritual atmosphere.
Continue through scenic mountain roads, forests, and charming villages with panoramic views of the Caucasus Mountains.
Explore Gabala's highlights, including Nohur Lake surrounded by forested hills, perfect for photos or an optional boat ride.
Visit Tufandag Mountain Resort and enjoy optional activities such as a cable car ride, horse riding, or quad biking.
Test your skills at Gabala's shooting center or relax with tea at a mountain café.
Return to Baku with a comfortable transfer and English-speaking guide.

Where this trip takes you

Shamakhi Juma Mosque, Nohur gölü, Tufandag Mountain Resort

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Baku 3 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transfer from Baku to Gabala
English-speaking guide
Visit to Shamakhi Juma Mosque
Visit to Nohur Lake
Visit to Tufandag Mountain Resort
Visit to Seven Beatue Waterfall
Visit to Organic Restaurant

What's Not Included

Optional activities such as cable car ride, horse riding, or shooting range
Food and drinks (wine tours can be arranged on request)

What to bring

Nothing special

Know before you go

Tour duration is 10-12 hours.
Start time is flexible based on your preference.
Pickup is included from your hotel or a selected pickup point in Baku.
A sedan car accommodates up to 3 people; for larger groups, a minivan or Sprinter will be arranged for an extra payment.

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