Azerbaijan Forest Valley - Sheki (5* Hotel)
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Sightseeing, Nature Tours
Direction:
Sheki
Duration:
3 days
Tour description
From Islamic Solidarity Games to Formula 1, from ancient streets of Lahij to modern building of Baku, Azerbaijan is preparing for the world. During last decade, number of tourists visited to Azerbaijan has been doubled. Reset yourself to a new rhythm: rest, relaxation and indulgence. Allow yourself to be pampered at charming venues in just two nights! This private tour will take you to one of the ancient and charming region which is the hospitality center of Azerbaijan: Sheki!
Set in a picturesque mountain area 380 km (235 m) from Baku, Sheki is not only surrounded by beautiful scenery, it’s a beautiful village itself. The most famous sight in Sheki is the Sheki Khans Palace, featuring incredible craftsmanship and built without using a single nail. Archaeological data show that Sheki has been inhabited for about 2,500 years, making it one of the oldest cities in the Caucasus. There are several architectural and archaeological places around the city, including the Gelersen-Gerersen Fortress (8th-9th centuries), numerous caravanserais, the Juma Mosque (18th century), the Gileilin Minaret (18th century), and medieval baths. Sheki is a major crafts center. Here, you can buy jewelry and engravings made by local artists.
Program of the tour
- Departure from Baku
- Arrival at Sheki: Hotel Check in
- Lunch
- Exploring ancient streets of Sheki
- Ali Ahmed Sweet Store
- Visit to Sheki Khan Palace
- Sheki Karvansaray
- Dinner (Tasting famous Sheki Piti and pakhlava)
- Overnight at the hotel
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Excursion to Kish Village
- Kish Albanian Church
- Lunch
- Free time at the City
- Dinner
- Overnight at the hotel
Hotel: 5* Sheki Marxal Hotel (or better alternative)
