Gabala tour covers 1 day and starts at 9 am. In this tour you will see one of the most ancient and beautiful cities in Azerbaijan –Gabala, which was the capital of Caucasian Albania for 600 years. Archeological evidence indicates that the city functioned as the capital of Caucasian Albania as early as 4th century BC. The city is located about 210 km in distance from Baku and it takes 3-3.5 hours to reach there by car.
Highlights
From 11 hours to 12 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 11 hours to 12 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour on a private basis
Comfortable car with English-speaking driver
Pick up/Drop off
Lunch & Dinner
Entrance fee to the Cable car & etc.
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Gabala tour covers 1 day and starts at 9 am. In this tour you will see one of the most ancient and beautiful cities in Azerbaijan –Gabala, which was the capital of Caucasian Albania for 600 years. Archeological evidence indicates that the city functioned as the capital of Caucasian Albania as early as 4th century BC. The city is located about 210 km in distance from Baku and it takes 3-3.5 hours to reach there by car.
Highlights
From 11 hours to 12 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 11 hours to 12 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour on a private basis
Comfortable car with English-speaking driver
Pick up/Drop off
Lunch & Dinner
Entrance fee to the Cable car & etc.
Itinerary
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Juma Mosque
Juma Mosque of Shamakhi or Friday Mosque of Shamakhi (Azerbaijani: Şamaxı Cümə Məscidi) is a mosque in the city of Shamakhi, Azerbaijan.Construction date of the mosque- 743-744 relies on research of a geological commission coming from Tiflis, which was led by prince Shahgulu Qajar. This date was defined with Arabic ligature on the facade of the Friday Mosque, stating the year 126 according to Islamic calendar as the establishment year.[1] Just in this period the construction of new religious buildings – mosques – was begun in the territory of Azerbaijan. Historical appearance of ancient Islamic architectural monuments was related to Arabs’ governance and spreading of Islam in the territory of Azerbaijan. Friday Mosque of Shamakhi is considered the first mosque in the Caucasus after cathedral Friday Mosque of Derbent, which was constructed in 734.
20 minutes
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Nohur Gol
Eye-catching Lake Nohur with the magnificent view to Caucasus Mountains, fresh air and water is one of the most picturesque places of Gabala. The visitors are amazed by the beauty of Lake Nohur. The quiet atmosphere and bird sounds create an ideal relaxation environment to escape from the noise of the city. Although swimming in the lake is prohibited (the lake is also used as a reservoir and provides drinking water for Gabala and surrounding regions), it is a perfect place for fishing. You can also take a boat and catamaran ride and enjoy the surrounding landscape.
20 minutes
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Tufandag Mountain Resort
Heading to Gabala the first destination is Tufandag cable road – Whether for skiing, or just for memorable summer views of the Alpine scenery behind Gabala, jump aboard the Tufandag network of four cable cars.
Note: Entrance to the complex is free, but the cable car cost per person: 14 AZN (includes 2 stops) and 24 AZN (includes full stop)
