Embark on a mesmerizing 4-day journey through the vibrant and historic landscapes of Azerbaijan, where ancient wonders meet modern marvels. Begin your adventure in the captivating city of Baku, with its blend of medieval architecture and futuristic skyline. From the ancient ruins of Gabala, once the capital of Caucasian Albania, to the natural beauty of the Absheron Peninsula and the fascinating rock art of Gobustan, this tour is packed with rich cultural experiences. Explore the Flame Towers, stroll along Baku Boulevard, and discover the timeless stories hidden in the city’s iconic landmarks. Each day promises new sights and unforgettable memories, leaving you enchanted by Azerbaijan’s beauty and history.
After breakfast, today morning we will leave and go to Gabbala District. Gabala is the ancient capital of Caucasian Albania. Archeological evidence indicates that the city functioned as the capital of Caucasian Albania as early as 4th century BC. The Ruins of the ancient town are situated 15 km from the regional center, allocated on the territory between Garachay and Jourluchay rivers. Gabala was located in the middle of the 2,500- year-oldSilk Road, and was mentioned by Pliny the Younger as "Kabalaka", Greek geographer Ptolemy as "Khabala", Arabic historian Ahmad ibn Yahya al-Baladhuri as "Khazar". In the 19th century, the Azerbaijani historian Abbasgulu Bakikhanov mentioned in his book Gulistani Irem that Kbala or Khabala were in fact Gabala. 200 km from Baku (approximately 4 hours to reach). Visit to Shamakhi: Maraza village, visit to Sufi Dervish Mousaleum “Diri Baba”, Nohurgol” Lake - The lake is surrounded by a forest, you can walk around the lake. Here you can relax, even sail boat on the lake. Tour to Tufandag: Longest teleferic of the world - Whether for skiing, or just for memorable summer views of the Alpine scenery behind Qabala, jump aboard the Tufandag network of four cable cars. Visit the Yedi Gozal Water Fall (Seven Beauties) and then return back to Baku in the night transfer to the hotel end of the tour and overnight stay at the hotel.
After Breakfast, Proceed for a day excursion to Gobustan. Located west of the settlement of Gobustan, about 40 miles (64 km) southwest of the centre of Baku on the west bank of the Caspian Sea. In 2007 Gobustan was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site considered to be of "outstanding universal value" for the quality and density of its rock art engravings, for the substantial evidence the collection of rock art images presents for hunting, fauna, flora and lifestyles in prehistoric times and for the cultural continuity between prehistoric and medieval times that the site reflects, Proceed for a tour of the Absheron peninsula. This day tour is presented on the Absheron Peninsula, as well as the Temple of Fire Worshippers (Ateshgyah), oil wells, castle in Ramana, Mountain with an eternal flame. Excursion to the ancient sites and castles of Apsheron Peninsula dated XII-XIII centuries.There are several medieval castles, one of which is located in the village of Nardaran and Amirdjan and two of them in Merdekyanah who beat built around the 14th century, late evening back to the hotel and overnight stay at the hotel.
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