Shamakhi-Gabala Tour

Shamakhi city, the capital of the ancient state of Shirvan, considered to be one of the most culturally rich regions of our country. It is rightfully declared to be the center of Azerbaijan’s poetry and viticulture; reputation precedes it and therefore the kind words about this city’s beauty spreads all around the world. There you’ll have the chance to visit the Juma Mosque, its grandiose frame catching anyone’s eye. You’ll be informed about the history of Islam in Azerbaijan, which adds symbolism to the mix, considering that Juma Mosque is the oldest Muslim Temple in all Caucasus. Hitting the road again, we move along Mugan Mountain Pass, the landscapes following us right to the north-west of Azerbaijan.

The whole atmosphere of the place and the three-course meal full of traditional food will bring a truly majestic experience that will be remembered by tourists for a very long time. At the end of our break, we will also share tea in traditional Azerbaijani cups called armudu. After this relaxing hour, gathering our power we will take on a road again, entering the second but nonetheless exciting part of our tour.

In Ismailly we will visit The Zernava Bridge - a scenic suspension bridge stretching across a deep mountain gorge. Surrounded by forests and dramatic landscapes, it offers stunning panoramic views and has become a popular spot for travelers seeking nature, adventure, and unique photo opportunities.

Yeddi Gozel Waterfall (Seven Beauties) is a scenic seven-tiered waterfall located near Vandam village in Gabala, Azerbaijan, surrounded by lush mountains and forests. It is popular for its refreshing, steep hiking trails to the upper levels, tea stalls, and scenic, photogenic, and relatively cold natural environment

At this point we finally reach the magnificent city of Gabala, the capital of the Gabala district. Its existence has been woven into the history of Azerbaijan since the ancient times, traced back to Caucasian Albania when it played the role of the capital, now turned into the grand ski resort with one of the most famous hotels of the region “Tufandag” located there. The views of these places can be looked at from the high of cable car cables, that are stretched over the territory. The highest point of the region is situated there, the Sleeping Beauty Mountain standing tall over two thousand meters above the worlds ocean level.