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Shamakhi tour
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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in:
English
Offered languages
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Our transportation service stands out by offering a seamless, comfortable, and personalized experience. We use modern, air-conditioned vehicles with spacious seating and free Wi-Fi to ensure a relaxing journey. Safety is our top priority, with professional drivers who are skilled and knowledgeable about the region.
From the moment you're picked up in Baku, our service is tailored to your needs, offering flexibility for impromptu stops or additional sightseeing along the way. Our experienced guides provide insightful commentary, turning your journey into an engaging and immersive experience, rather than just transportation. This blend of comfort, safety, and personalized attention ensures that your travel experience is as enjoyable as the destinations themselves.
What's Included
Bottled water
English speaking driver
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Guide
Entrance tickets
Dinner
Breakfast
Lunch
Hotel Accommodation
Meeting and pickup
Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout
(multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:
We provide convenient pick-up services from popular city centers, such as 28 Mall, Ganjlik, Old City, and Sahil Metro Station.
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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
Shamakhi Day Trip Itinerary
Depart from Baku
•Start your journey from Baku early in the morning to make the most of your day in Shamakhi.
•The drive from Baku to Shamakhi takes about 2 hours (approximately 120 km), so plan to leave early to enjoy a full day of sightseeing.
Arrive in Shamakhi
•Once you arrive in Shamakhi, head straight to your first destination: the Alpaca Farm.
Visit the Alpaca Farm
•Shamakhi is home to one of Azerbaijan's Alpaca Farms, which offers a unique opportunity to interact with alpacas and learn about their care and breeding.
•Spend about 45 minutes to an hour here, taking pictures, feeding the alpacas, and learning about the farming process.
•Enjoy the peaceful countryside setting and take in the natural beauty around the farm.
Depart for Shamakhi Historical Sites
Visit the Juma Mosque (Shamakhi Mosque)
•The Juma Mosque is a significant historical site in Shamakhi, dating back to the 8th century.
•Explore the mosque and its surroundings, appreciating its architecture and rich history.
•Spend about 30 minutes to an hour at the mosque.
Visit the Shamakhi Mausoleum of Diri Baba
•A short drive from the Juma Mosque will take you to the Diri Baba Mausoleum, an ancient structure built into a cliffside.
•The mausoleum is a significant historical and architectural landmark, and you can take a walk around the area and enjoy the views.
•Spend about 30 minutes here.
Lunch in Shamakhi
•Head to a local restaurant in Shamakhi for a traditional Azerbaijani lunch.
•Try some local dishes like plov, kebabs, dolma, and shekerbura.
•Recommended places: Shamakhi Restaurant or Narin Kebab House.
Visit the Shamakhi Astronomy Observatory
•After lunch, take a short drive to the Shamakhi Observatory, one of the oldest and most important astronomical observatories in Azerbaijan.
•Spend about 45 minutes to an hour here, exploring the observatory and the information on astronomical research conducted in the area.
•Depending on the schedule, you may even get a chance to look through telescopes or visit the exhibits.
3:15 PM - Explore the Local Nature and Walks
•After the observatory, take some time to enjoy the natural beauty of Shamakhi. There are many scenic spots in the surrounding mountains and valleys.
•You can take a short hike or enjoy a relaxing walk around Shamakhi’s lush green hills.
Head to the Shamakhi Carpet Museum
•Visit the Shamakhi Carpet Museum to learn about the region's rich tradition of carpet weaving and the role it plays in Azerbaijani culture.
•Spend around 30 minutes here admiring the beautiful carpets and getting insights into the local craftsmanship.
Depart for Baku
•After your exploration of Shamakhi, start your drive back to Baku.
Depart from Baku
•Start your journey from Baku early in the morning to make the most of your day in Shamakhi.
•The drive from Baku to Shamakhi takes about 2 hours (approximately 120 km), so plan to leave early to enjoy a full day of sightseeing.
Arrive in Shamakhi
•Once you arrive in Shamakhi, head straight to your first destination: the Alpaca Farm.
Visit the Alpaca Farm
•Shamakhi is home to one of Azerbaijan's Alpaca Farms, which offers a unique opportunity to interact with alpacas and learn about their care and breeding.
•Spend about 45 minutes to an hour here, taking pictures, feeding the alpacas, and learning about the farming process.
•Enjoy the peaceful countryside setting and take in the natural beauty around the farm.
Depart for Shamakhi Historical Sites
Visit the Juma Mosque (Shamakhi Mosque)
•The Juma Mosque is a significant historical site in Shamakhi, dating back to the 8th century.
•Explore the mosque and its surroundings, appreciating its architecture and rich history.
•Spend about 30 minutes to an hour at the mosque.
Visit the Shamakhi Mausoleum of Diri Baba
•A short drive from the Juma Mosque will take you to the Diri Baba Mausoleum, an ancient structure built into a cliffside.
•The mausoleum is a significant historical and architectural landmark, and you can take a walk around the area and enjoy the views.
•Spend about 30 minutes here.
Lunch in Shamakhi
•Head to a local restaurant in Shamakhi for a traditional Azerbaijani lunch.
•Try some local dishes like plov, kebabs, dolma, and shekerbura.
•Recommended places: Shamakhi Restaurant or Narin Kebab House.
Visit the Shamakhi Astronomy Observatory
•After lunch, take a short drive to the Shamakhi Observatory, one of the oldest and most important astronomical observatories in Azerbaijan.
•Spend about 45 minutes to an hour here, exploring the observatory and the information on astronomical research conducted in the area.
•Depending on the schedule, you may even get a chance to look through telescopes or visit the exhibits.
3:15 PM - Explore the Local Nature and Walks
•After the observatory, take some time to enjoy the natural beauty of Shamakhi. There are many scenic spots in the surrounding mountains and valleys.
•You can take a short hike or enjoy a relaxing walk around Shamakhi’s lush green hills.
Head to the Shamakhi Carpet Museum
•Visit the Shamakhi Carpet Museum to learn about the region's rich tradition of carpet weaving and the role it plays in Azerbaijani culture.
•Spend around 30 minutes here admiring the beautiful carpets and getting insights into the local craftsmanship.
Depart for Baku
•After your exploration of Shamakhi, start your drive back to Baku.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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