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A stone viaduct with multiple arches, set against a mountainous backdrop. 1
A person standing next to an informational signboard in a forested area. 2
A stone archway, a signpost with distance markers, and a stone structure in the background. 3
A stone house with a wooden gate, a stone pathway, and a mountainous backdrop. 4
A person on horseback, a dirt path, and a hilly landscape. 5
By Turla
Free cancellation available
Price is €416 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Dive into an extraordinary 2-day journey combining Shamkir's 19th-century German heritage with the untamed beauty of Gadabay. Experience adrenaline-fueled UAZ off-road adventures to waterfalls and ancient Albanian monasteries, capped by a magical night of UNESCO-recognized live Ashiq music in an authentic village house. Your guide, Musa, is the official guardian of local historical sites, offering unparalleled expert insight and ensuring your safety as an experienced mountaineer and hunter. Travel with Musa to discover the region's soul.

Activity location

  • Samkir
    • Samkir, Azerbaijan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Teazy coffee shop
    • 2 Bunyad Sardarov
    • Baku, Baku, Azerbaijan

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Weekend Gateway

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Village House: 1 night in an Authentic Village House
Ashiq music night: Live Ashiq music (UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage) performance
Duration: 2 days
Full board catering : Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner featuring local cuisine
Transport: Inter-city comfort transport and local SUV/UAZ off-road transport
Professional Guide: Services of a professional, knowledgeable guide

Starting time: 06:30
Price details
€178.81 x 4 Adults€715.24
Paid at activity€949.52
Total
Price is €1,664.76
Until Tue, 1 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private transport
  • Inclusions
    Services of a professional, knowledgeable guide
  • Inclusions
    Live Ashiq music performance, and all mentioned entrance fees
  • Inclusions
    All transport costs (Inter-city comfort transport and local SUV/UAZ off-road transport)
  • Inclusions
    Dinner
  • Inclusions
    Accommodation (1 night in an Authentic Village House)
  • Inclusions
    Full board catering (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner featuring local cuisine)
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Exclusions
    Travel insurance
  • Exclusions
    Mountain View Horseback Riding: A memorable trek through Gadabay's stunning mountain peaks.
  • Exclusions
    Hotel Upgrade: Option to stay in a comfortable regional hotel rather than a village house.
  • Exclusions
    English translation service

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Day 1: History, Heritage & Mountain Waterfalls

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Stay at a warm, authentic village house

Samkir

  • 2h
Morning: Early departure from Baku to Shamkir. After visiting the historic Shamkir fortress, enjoy a lunch consisting of local delicacies at the "Narin Qala" restaurant, accompanied by a beautiful view of the Kur River.

Gadabay

  • 3h
Afternoon: Later, travel to the Gadabay region via UAZ vehicles. Visit the Shir-Shir waterfalls and the Siemens (Qanli) bridges. Followed by a visit to the ancient Hamishavang Albanian monastery.

Gadabay (Pass by)

Evening: Settle into a warm, authentic village house. Enjoy a cosy dinner accompanied by famous Gadabay potatoes cooked on a stove. Then, immerse yourself in a true cultural experience with a live Ashiq music performance (UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage).

Day 2: Ancient Monasteries & River Valley Hiking

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included

Gadabay (Pass by)

Morning: Start your day with a rich breakfast consisting of organic village products. Visit the ancient Mahrasa temple, followed by a highly scenic hiking tour along the breathtaking Shamkir River valley.

Gadabay (Pass by)

Unwind and enjoy nature with a relaxing, light picnic lunch on the tranquil shores of the Shamkir River.

Gadabay (Pass by)

Evening: Enjoy a traditional Samovar tea service against the backdrop of a beautiful mountain panorama. Afterwards, begin the scenic return journey, arriving back in Baku by the evening.

Location

Activity location

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    Samkir
    • Samkir, Azerbaijan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Teazy coffee shop
    • 2 Bunyad Sardarov
    • Baku, Baku, Azerbaijan

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