Sights: Baku, Maraza village, Shamakha, Lahij, Sheki, Kish
Duration: 2 days/1 nights
Tour itinerary:
Day 1: Baku – Shamakha – Lahij – Sheki
In the morning, depart Baku and drive to Sheki. On the way, stop at Diri Baba Mausoleum in the village of Maraza. Continue to Shamakha to visit the historical Juma Mosque, which was restored in 2013. Visit Yeddi Gumbez Mausoleum, the Shirvan Shah's family grave yard. Weather permitting, drive through Girdimanchay River Canyon to visit Lahich, the 5th century, quaint corner high in Caucasus mountains with its rich history and beautiful architecture. Lahich is an ancient village with charming cobbled sidewalks famous for numerous traditional handicraft workshops (jewelry, copperware, wool carpets, pottery, daggers, and iron tools). Continue driving to Sheki, the pleasant and easily walkable medieval town set in a lush mountainous area. Sheki is especially known for local style sweet baklava. Arrival in Sheki, overnight at the hotel.
Driving distance: 340 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 10-11 hours
Day 2: Sheki – Kish – Baku
Check out from the hotel and start new day visiting the colorful Sheki Bazaar. You can find virtually everything you may want to eat: local fruits and berries, spices, freshly baked bread, honey, cheeses, and Sheki sweets. Continue to Sheki Khans Palace surrounded by medieval fortress walls. Visit handicrafts workshop and Caravanserai. Depart to Kish village and see the first church in Caucasus (I cent.) and Old Albanian castle. Continue driving to Baku. Arrive in Baku. Drop off at the hotel.
Driving distance: 320 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 10-11 hours
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