• Baku - Morning in Baku.

Guests are warmly welcomed by a guide from Azerbaijan Travel International, the tour operator, and embark on a comfortable bus journey, initially exploring the entire city. With 250 kilometers ahead, there will be several stops for excursions and lunch.

• Juma Mosque - 10:45

Shamakhi city, the ancient capital of the medieval Shirvan state, is a hub of Azerbaijani poetry and viticulture. Here, guests will tour the Juma Mosque, a magnificent architectural marvel built using ancient antiseismic techniques. Visiting the first Muslim temple in the Caucasus, constructed in 743, offers insights into the history of Islam in Azerbaijan and the mosque itself. The journey continues along the Mugan mountain Pass, a classic route of the Greater Caucasus, leading northwest to Ismayilli.

• Zernava Bridge - In Ismailly, guests will visit The Zernava Bridge, a picturesque suspension bridge spanning a deep mountain gorge. Surrounded by forests and dramatic landscapes, it provides breathtaking panoramic views and is a favorite spot for travelers seeking nature, adventure, and unique photo opportunities.
• Tufandag Mountain Resort - Tufandag - This resort features ski trails and cable cars offering stunning views of the mountains and the city’s central area. The highest point of this thrilling attraction is the peak of Sleeping Beauty Mountain (Yatmysh Gezel), located about two thousand meters above sea level.
  Note:
  Guests wishing to spend more time at Tufandag and fully enjoy the resort’s activities can opt for our alternative program, “Tufandag (Gabala) Tour.”
  This tour includes 6 hours of free time at the resort, allowing you to relax, explore, enjoy cable cars and activities, and dine at a local restaurant offering national and European cuisine, with shisha available if desired.
  Full details, itinerary, and available dates can be found on our “Gabala Tufandag tour” page.
  The tour operates every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.
• Qabala - 17:00

Azerbaijan Travel International offers more than just a cable car ride in Gabala. The next stop is a delightful tea party at the House of Sweets, where guests enjoy tea with a variety of desserts, included in the tour price.

• Nohur Gol - 17:30

Lake Nohur. The Baku-Gabala tour package concludes beautifully with a stop at this vibrant mountain lake. One word describes the experience – tranquility. Whether riding a catamaran on its reflective surface or strolling along its wooded shore, visitors are inspired to appreciate the world’s beauty.
Half an hour later - the journey back begins with a semi-express ride and a brief rest in Shamakhi city.

• Ismailly - 13:30

Lunch in the enchanting Ismayilli forest. A relaxing break in a charming forest restaurant adds a delicious highlight to the Baku–Gabala journey. Surrounded by trees, birdsong, and the fresh mountain air, guests savor a three-course meal made from locally sourced, organic ingredients. The serene atmosphere and natural surroundings provide the perfect setting for a tea ceremony under the canopy.

Well-nourished and rejuvenated by Ismayilli’s beauty, guests continue their journey, with the tour’s true highlight still to come.

• Transport by air-conditioned minibus
• Professional English/Russian speaking guide

• Personal expenses
• Lunch
• Entry tickets to Zernava Bridge

The Baku-Gabala tour offers an exciting journey where cities, capitals, climatic zones, and regions of the world transform. Spending a day on this route allows travelers to experience the main highlight of Azerbaijan’s nature – its rich diversity. Alongside the natural beauty, participants will also connect with the culture and history of Azerbaijan, as the journey traverses lands with a remarkable past.

The journey itself holds many details. Discover the unique technology of the ancient Shamakhi mosque, view Gabala from a bird’s-eye perspective, savor the distinctive taste of Sheki halva, and much more. This tour is a delightful gift for anyone who chooses to embark on the Baku-Gabala adventure.

For those wishing to extend their stay in Tufandag and fully enjoy the resort’s offerings, an alternative program is available. Full details, itineraries, and available dates can be found on our Gabala Tufandag page. The tour is available every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.

• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Infant meals not included

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