Sheki - small, historical and cultural city of Azerbaijan 2 days, 1 night tour

Sheki - small, historical and cultural city of Azerbaijan 2 days, 1 night tour

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About This Tour in Baku

Sheki is a small and beautiful town of Azerbaijan. It is surrounded with green nature and mountains. Sheki is well known also with its cuisine, sweeties and humour stories. You will love to talk with Sheki citizens.  Shaki is surrounded by snowy peaks of the Greater Caucasus, which in some places reaches 3000–3600 m. Shaki's climate includes a range of cyclones and anticyclones, air masses and local winds. The average annual temperature in Shaki is 12 °C. In June and August, average temperature varies between 20 and 25 °C. The mountain forests around the area prevent the city from floods and overheating of the area during summer. The main rivers of the city are the Kish and Gurjhana. During the Soviet rule of Azerbaijan, many ascended to Shaki to bathe in its prestigious mineral springs.

Why Visit Baku?

Baku, Azerbaijan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Baku provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Baku

You can reach Baku, Azerbaijan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Local guide
  • Driver/guide
  • Breakfast
  • Overnight accommodation

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Transfer from Baku to Sheki

On our tour to Sheki we will visit sightseeings on the way 30 minutes

On our tour to Sheki we will visit sightseeings on the way. First destination will be Diri Baba Mausoleum in Maraza settlement.

Juma Mosque in Shamakhi - The first mosque in the Caucasus 30 minutes

Visit the famous ancient and historical village of Azerbaijan 1 hour

Visit the famous ancient and historical village of Azerbaijan. At winter season it is not appropriate to go to the Lahic village.

Visit Xal-Xal Waterfall 1 hour

Great Lake surrounded with forest 1 hour

Great Lake surrounded with forest. You can walk on the shore and you can sail a boat. We will have 1 hour time to enjoy there and there is a restaurant which you can get lunch.

Arrival to Sheki and check-in at your hotel 12 hours

Arrival to Sheki and check-in at your hotel.

Sheki city tour

The Palace of Shaki Khans in Shaki, Azerbaijan... 1 hour

The Palace of Shaki Khans in Shaki, Azerbaijan was a summer residence for the Shaki Khans. It was built in 1797 by Muhammed Hasan Khan.

Upper Caravanserai - Caravanserai – is a historical... 1 hour

Upper Caravanserai - Caravanserai – is a historical monument in Sheki, a part of which is used as a hotel.

Albanian Church at Kish village - In the 1st century A 1 hour

Albanian Church at Kish village - In the 1st century A.D. St. Elishe, a disciple of Thaddeus of Edessa, arrived at a place called Gis, where he built a church and recited a liturgy. The church became the "spiritual center and the place of enlightenment of people of the East".

Visit Sheki historical museum, try Sheki`s cuisine at... 1 hour

Visit Sheki historical museum, try Sheki`s cuisine at local restaurant and shop national famous sweeties.

Back to Baku 4 hours

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