Best of Azerbaijan - 8 days (AZ-02)
This eight day tour offers the chance to comprehensively explore the fascinating country of Azerbaijan. Beginning in the nation’s capital, Baku, you’ll visit historically important Shamakhi and the ancient Silk Road city of Sheki, see the curious natural phenomenon that is Yanar Dag and see the 16th century Ramana Fortress.Day 1. Baku
Arrival in Baku. Transfer to the hotel.
Day 2. Baku
Today, we begin our discovery of the city of Baku, enjoying a sightseeing tour of Baku’s most absorbing sights.
Day 3. Baku – Shamakhi – Sheki - Kish
Today we will drive to Shamakhi - once the capital of the Shirvan Empire. We will visit the Yeddi Gumbez mausoleum, the tombs of Diri Baba. Continuing towards Sheki, we stop at Kish. This village is the site of a centuries-old Albanian church.
Day 4. Sheki - Baku
An excursion to the oldest city in Azerbaijan - Sheki, once famous among merchants travelling the Great Silk Road. Present day Sheki is packed with sights including a good history museum and Khan's Summer Palace.
Day 5. Gobustan – Yanar Dag
Tour of Gobustan National Park - a culturally significant landscape of myriad rock carvings with over 6,000 petroglyphs. On our way back to Baku, you’ll stop at Yanar Dag. This natural phenomenon is called the Burning Rock, so named because it is fuelled by seepage of natural gas.
Day 6. Ateshgah – Ramana Castle
We will have a guided tour to Ateshgah - the temple of fire worshippers, This open air museum has been recently restored and by the decree of the President of Azerbaijan, Ateshgah was declared a State historical-architectural reserve. Our final stop today will be an excursion to the fortress of Ramana.
Day 7. Baku
We will visit some of the sights associated with modern Baku: the waterfront area of Baku Boulevard, the carpet museum, Heydar Aliyev Cultural Centre, and many more.
Day 8. Baku
After breakfast, you’ll transfer to the airport.

Azerbaijan’s capital and largest city, this is a city where past and present are intertwined. The Old City’s Icheri Sheher fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, dom... Read more

Gobustan National Park, located in the Greater Caucasus Mountains is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site for its rock art engravings. These images depict prehistoric hunting ... Read more

Set against a backdrop of snow-capped Caucasus peaks, Sheki developed as a trading centre with many caravanserais located within the city. Two still remain: the Upper and the Lower... Read more
Tour Inclusions
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International flights
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Accommodation
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Guided tours & cultural programme
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Half-board meals
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Ground transportation
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Airport transfers
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Visa fees
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Quick Facts
- Season: Four Seasons
- Days: 8
- Group Size: 2-10
- Tour Grade:
Included in the Tour Price
International flights
Our advertised package price is based on economy flights from / to London. If you depart from a regional airport in the UK or another country, there might be additional surcharges for international airfares. Upon booking a tour you will be offered various flight options. Please note, the package price depends on the availability of flight tickets and will be reconfirmed by your travel consultant. The airfare is not guaranteed unless ticketed. We advise to book sooner than later as the airfare may go up closer to your departure date, especially during high seasons.
Our advertised package price is based on economy flights from / to London. If you depart from a regional airport in the UK or another country, there might be additional surcharges for international airfares. Upon booking a tour you will be offered various flight options. Please note, the package price depends on the availability of flight tickets and will be reconfirmed by your travel consultant. The airfare is not guaranteed unless ticketed. We advise to book sooner than later as the airfare may go up closer to your departure date, especially during high seasons.
Accommodation
All accommodation at your destination is included in the holiday price. Hotel category - according to the package type selected.
All accommodation at your destination is included in the holiday price. Hotel category - according to the package type selected.
Guided tours & cultural programme
All tours with entrance fees listed in the itinerary are included in the holiday price. There will be an English-speaking guide on all tours. Please note, we can arrange guides speaking other languages upon request. Please let us know your preferences.
All tours with entrance fees listed in the itinerary are included in the holiday price. There will be an English-speaking guide on all tours. Please note, we can arrange guides speaking other languages upon request. Please let us know your preferences.
Half-board meals
Half-board (breakfast and dinner) each day. Service begins with dinner on the day of arrival and ends with breakfast on the day of departure. Please advise us if you have any special dietary requirements. You will be able to get quick lunch at your expense during excursions stopping at local cafes or restaurants.
Half-board (breakfast and dinner) each day. Service begins with dinner on the day of arrival and ends with breakfast on the day of departure. Please advise us if you have any special dietary requirements. You will be able to get quick lunch at your expense during excursions stopping at local cafes or restaurants.
Ground transportation
All domestic transportation at your destination is included as per the itinerary. In the countryside we use chauffeur driven 4WD jeeps and in the city areas – minivans or coaches. All vehicles have air-conditioning system.
All domestic transportation at your destination is included as per the itinerary. In the countryside we use chauffeur driven 4WD jeeps and in the city areas – minivans or coaches. All vehicles have air-conditioning system.
Airport transfers
All airport transfers as per itinerary are included in the tour price. We will also provide airport transfers if you arrange your own arrival / departure flights regardless of the time of the flight, you will need to let us know your flight details. We operate all transfers 24 hours a day.
All airport transfers as per itinerary are included in the tour price. We will also provide airport transfers if you arrange your own arrival / departure flights regardless of the time of the flight, you will need to let us know your flight details. We operate all transfers 24 hours a day.
Visa fees
Azerbaijan tourist e-visa processing is included in the tour price. Please read more about visa requirements on our website.
Azerbaijan tourist e-visa processing is included in the tour price. Please read more about visa requirements on our website.
Not included
Personal travel insurance
Personal travel insurance is not included in the holiday price. It is advisable to take out your travel insurance at the time of booking your trip as cover will commence for pre-departure cancellation from the policy issue date. You can arrange your personal travel insurance on our website.
Personal travel insurance is not included in the holiday price. It is advisable to take out your travel insurance at the time of booking your trip as cover will commence for pre-departure cancellation from the policy issue date. You can arrange your personal travel insurance on our website.
Optional excursions and services
Optional excursions and services not listed in the itinerary. Please let us know if you wish to book any additional excursions.
Optional excursions and services not listed in the itinerary. Please let us know if you wish to book any additional excursions.
Day 1. Baku
On arrival at Baku’s international airport you’ll be met by our representative for your transfer to the hotel. After check in there’ll be free time. Overnight in Baku. (D)
Day 2. Baku
Today, we begin our discovery of the city of Baku, enjoying a sightseeing tour of Baku’s most absorbing sights. We’ll visit to the city’s main monumental, historical and architectural attractions before climbing to the city’s highest point at Upland Park for an impressive panorama of the Azeri capital and its bay. From there we’ll descend to the old city, known locally as Icheri sheher. This was all there was of Baku until the mid-19th century when, as a result of the oil boom, a growth spurt caused the city to spill beyond its defensive walls. This tiny area measures just 22 square hectares and yet it contains so many significant sights, including the Shirvanshakhs Palace, the Maiden Tower and the Karavansaray, once the place of merchants’ rest. Today, just 1300 families call Icheri sheher, this city within a city, home. It’s a delightful place to take an evening stroll through the maze of streets to the gathering place of Fountains Square. There are also plenty of opportunities for shopping, should you wish. Overnight in Baku. (B, D)
Day 3. Baku – Shamakhi – Sheki - Kish
Azerbaijan has a long history, as demonstrated by places such as Shamakhi. It was once the capital of the Shirvan Empire and the base of the Shirvan Dynasty. These days Shamakhi is famous for its winemaking. Visiting this city you’ll have an opportunity to acquaint yourself with the Yeddi Gumbez mausoleum, whose imposing domes rise mysteriously above an almost silent valley. From here there are stunning views back to Shamakhi. Not far away, you’ll encounter the tombs of Diri Baba. Equally atmospheric, the structures are built into the rock giving the appearance of an eagle’s nest. As we approach, only the front is visible; the other sides are disguised by the cliffs from which they were hewn, giving the impression that the tomb is suspended off the ground. The monument has two storeys: while the lower floor was probably for servants, the upper, reached by stairs, would have been the salon. Whether it is a sacred site or a place of burial is up for interpretation. Continuing towards Sheki, we stop at Kish. This village is the site of a centuries-old Albanian church which was incorporated into the Armenian Apostolic Church back in 1836. Near the church you’ll find an ancient cemetery where, visible through a glass cupola, you’ll see numerous human remains. These bodies are impressively tall, appearing to be 2.5 metres or more. The Albanians who once resided here were giants with white skin and golden hair, very unlike the inhabitants of the modern Caucasian nations. Ovenight in Sheki. (B, D)
Day 4. Sheki - Baku
An excursion to the oldest city in Azerbaijan is a real treat. In ancient times people sold silk here, making Sheki famous among merchants travelling the Great Silk Road. Present day Sheki is packed with sights including a good history museum. The jewel in Sheki’s crown, however, is Khan's Summer Palace with its wonderful façades built from brick, river stones and oak, decorated with floral motives. Inside, the palace impresses even more. Within its six rooms, there are beautiful frescoes painted by talented craftsman; some of them feature flowers, while others depict hunting or battle scenes. In addition, two beautiful mirrored balconies, ornate decoration using rare coloured Venetian glass and exquisite paintings featuring colourful depictions of birds and animals ensure this place does not disappoint the tourist. The first floor of this palace offers clues to Khan’s wealth and power as the murals on the walls of animals and hunting are usually thought of as symbols of nobility. In ancient times the palace was surrounded by beautiful gardens, though nowadays only two large trees survive. Later, you’ll be driven to Baku where you’ll check into the hotel for an overnight stay. Overnight in Baku. (B, D)
Day 5. Gobustan - Yanar Dag
Today after breakfast our guide will be waiting to collect you for your included excursion to Gobustan National Park. Situated in East Azerbaijan, this archaeological reserve borders the southern slopes of the Major Caucasus ridge to the north, the Harami and Mishov Mountains to the south, Pirsaat River to the west and the Caspian Sea and Absheron peninsula to the east. Gobustan is a culturally significant landscape of myriad rock carvings. Over 6000 petroglyphs have been discovered here together; that’s not all – there are also many ancient caves and archaeological sites within the reserve. Incredibly, some have been dated to as early as the 18th century BC. Together, they offer a fascinating insight into the development of human activity in this area, with scenes of mountain goat hunts, ceremonial dances and even maritime imagery as this place used to be by the sea. On our way back to Baku, you’ll stop at Yanar Dag. This intriguing natural phenomenon is called the Burning Rock, so named because it is fuelled by seepage of natural gas. Flames up to three metres high regularly shoot from the sandstone hillside. Many believe that Yanar Dag is the reason Azerbaijan acquired its nickname, the Land of Fire. Overnight in Baku. (B, D)
Day 6. Ateshgah – Ramana Castle
Today’s excursion is a guided tour to Ateshgah. The temple of fire worshippers, Ateshgah is located on the Apsheron peninsula on the outskirts of Surakhani village just thirty kilometres from the center of Baku. It was revered in different times by Zoroastrians, Hindus and Sikhs. The current temple building dates from the 17th century, but far more ancient artefacts have been excavated here. This pentagonal complex has an open courtyard with an altar in the centre which was a place of pilgrimage for worshippers. This open air museum has been recently restored and by the decree of the President of Azerbaijan, Ateshgah was declared a State historical-architectural reserve. Our final stop today will be an excursion to the fortress of Ramana. Ramana Castle is estimated to date back several centuries. The height of the fortress’ main tower is an imposing fifteen metres and is built of stone. It is assumed that it was built to protect a palace and was used during the reign of Shirvanshahs. Overnight in Baku. (B, D)
Day 7. Baku
Having returned to Baku, we will visit some of the sights associated with modern Baku: the waterfront area of Baku Boulevard behind which rise the famous Flame Towers skyscrapers, the carpet museum, Heydar Aliyev Cultural Centre, Shopping Mall 28th May and Park Boulevard, a mall situated on the main promenade. Overnight in Baku. (B, D)
Day 8. Baku
After breakfast, you’ll transfer to the airport for your flight home. (B)
Want to travel on different dates?
Please see below for our group tour dates, if you would like to travel on a different day, please let us know and we will come back to you with an offer. There might be additional surcharges for a private tour but all depends on the number of people in your party and your travel preferences.
Note on pricing
Prices depend on the hotel category and are listed below. Please read notes at the bottom of the table to learn more about the meaning of each pricing section.
Please see below for our group tour dates, if you would like to travel on a different day, please let us know and we will come back to you with an offer. There might be additional surcharges for a private tour but all depends on the number of people in your party and your travel preferences.
Note on pricing
Prices depend on the hotel category and are listed below. Please read notes at the bottom of the table to learn more about the meaning of each pricing section.
COMFORT - 3* PACKAGE
Dates | Excluding flights | Including flights | Single supplement | Solo supplement | Book |
14.03.2019 - 21.03.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
21.03.2019 - 28.03.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
28.03.2019 - 04.04.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
04.04.2019 - 11.04.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
11.04.2019 - 18.04.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
18.04.2019 - 25.04.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
25.04.2019 - 02.05.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
02.05.2019 - 09.05.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
09.05.2019 - 16.05.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
16.05.2019 - 23.05.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
23.05.2019 - 30.05.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
30.05.2019 - 06.06.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
06.06.2019 - 13.06.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
13.06.2019 - 20.06.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
20.06.2019 - 27.06.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
27.06.2019 - 04.07.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
04.07.2019 - 11.07.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
11.07.2019 - 18.07.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
18.07.2019 - 25.07.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
25.07.2019 - 01.08.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
01.08.2019 - 08.08.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
08.08.2019 - 15.08.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
15.08.2019 - 22.08.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
22.08.2019 - 29.08.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
29.08.2019 - 05.09.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
05.09.2019 - 12.09.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
12.09.2019 - 19.09.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
19.09.2019 - 26.09.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
26.09.2019 - 03.10.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
03.10.2019 - 10.10.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
10.10.2019 - 17.10.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
17.10.2019 - 24.10.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
24.10.2019 - 31.10.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
31.10.2019 - 07.11.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
07.11.2019 - 14.11.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
14.11.2019 - 21.11.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
21.11.2019 - 28.11.2019 | £1,095 | £1,395 | £95 | £555 | book now |
PREMIUM - 4* PACKAGE
Dates | Excluding flights | Including flights | Single supplement | Solo supplement | Book |
14.03.2019 - 21.03.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
21.03.2019 - 28.03.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
28.03.2019 - 04.04.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
04.04.2019 - 11.04.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
11.04.2019 - 18.04.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
18.04.2019 - 25.04.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
25.04.2019 - 02.05.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
02.05.2019 - 09.05.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
09.05.2019 - 16.05.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
16.05.2019 - 23.05.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
23.05.2019 - 30.05.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
30.05.2019 - 06.06.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
06.06.2019 - 13.06.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
13.06.2019 - 20.06.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
20.06.2019 - 27.06.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
27.06.2019 - 04.07.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
04.07.2019 - 11.07.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
11.07.2019 - 18.07.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
18.07.2019 - 25.07.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
25.07.2019 - 01.08.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
01.08.2019 - 08.08.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
08.08.2019 - 15.08.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
15.08.2019 - 22.08.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
22.08.2019 - 29.08.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
29.08.2019 - 05.09.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
05.09.2019 - 12.09.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
12.09.2019 - 19.09.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
19.09.2019 - 26.09.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
26.09.2019 - 03.10.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
03.10.2019 - 10.10.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
10.10.2019 - 17.10.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
17.10.2019 - 24.10.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
24.10.2019 - 31.10.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
31.10.2019 - 07.11.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
07.11.2019 - 14.11.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
14.11.2019 - 21.11.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
21.11.2019 - 28.11.2019 | £1,195 | £1,495 | £115 | £555 | book now |
Note on pricing:
- All prices are per person, in British Pounds. All included services are listed in the tour overview section.
- Price “Including flight” is subject to airfare availability and will be reconfirmed upon your booking. We advise not to delay with booking your tour as airfares may go up.
- Price “Excluding flight” does not cover airfare, you are free to book your own flights.
- Single supplement goes towards single room accommodation.
- Solo supplement is payable in the unlikely event when you are the only person on the tour. It will be refunded if other people join the same tour.
Anatolia Hotel Baku 4*
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Address: 108 Yusif Vazirov Str., Baku, Azerbaijan Telephone: +994 12 564 14 75 |
DESCRIPTION
Conveniently located near to Ganjlik metro station, the Anatolia Hotel offers modern rooms featuring free WiFi, minibar, air conditioning, iron and flat screen satellite TV as standard. All rooms are en suite and offer complimentary toiletries.
The hotel has an indoor pool, sauna and fitness centre. 24 hour room service can be obtained, though most guests prefer to visit the hotel’s excellent restaurant which specialises in Azeri, Turkish and European cuisine. Relax too at the Teras bar where cocktails are the order of the day, or enjoy light snacks and complimentary newspapers in the lobby bar. Should you need it, the hotel offers guests free parking.
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Diplomat Hotel Baku 3*
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Address: 185 Suleyman Rahimov Str., Baku, Azerbaijan Telephone: +994 12 596 11 27 |
DESCRIPTION
Centrally located in downtown Baku a mile from Fountains Square, the newly constructed Diplomat Hotel is equally suited to holidaymakers and business travellers. Its 24 classic rooms and suites are equipped with flat screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, hair dryers and free WiFi. Soundproofed windows make it easy to shut yourself away from the bustle of the Azeri capital when you wish.
The Diplomat Hotel offers a range of useful services for its guests, including airport pick up, room service, complimentary parking, laundry service, safety deposit boxes and a business centre. There’s a restaurant, located on the ninth floor to take advantage of sweeping views of the Caspian Sea, serving European cuisine and a buffet breakfast.
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Issam Hotel Sheki 3*
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Address: 31 District, Shahriyar Str., Sheki, Azerbaijan Telephone: + 994 24 244 87 81 |
DESCRIPTION
Found right at the heart of Sheki, the Issam Hotel and Spa is a resort hotel with a city centre location. The comfortable modern rooms all feature air conditioning, flat screen TV and minibar. En suite, guests are provided with slippers, bath robes, hair dryer and complimentary toiletries.
The hotel scores highly on its leisure facilities which include an indoor swimming pool, a spa centre offering a wide range of treatments, fully-equipped gym and a sauna. Guests also enjoy free WiFi and free private parking. The hotel’s restaurant offers a good selection of Azeri and international cuisine, and there’s also a popular hotel bar.
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Sheki Palace Hotel 4*
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Address: Akhundzada Avenue, Sheki, Azerbaijan Telephone: +994 24 244 90 44 |
DESCRIPTION
Located close to the Palace of Sheki Khans in the heart of the old city, the five star Sheki Palace Hotel has an impressive façade, but it’s when you step inside that the hotel’s quality becomes apparent. The 46 tastefully furnished rooms are decorated in a classic style. All amenities can be expected, including flat screen TV, air conditioning, free WiFi, safety deposit box and a minibar. The en suite bathrooms have a hair dryer and complimentary toiletries.
Guests at the Sheki Palace benefit from access to the hotel’s fitness centre and can also enjoy relaxing on the sun terrace. The hotel’s Shebeke restaurant serves Azerbaijan cuisine. Alternatively, guests can enjoy sweeping views of the city and Greater Caucasus Mountains from the property’s terrace restaurant.
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Baku
Azerbaijan’s capital and largest city, this is a city where past and present are intertwined. The Old City’s Icheri Sheher fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, dominated by the adjacent 12th century Maiden Tower. But there are many more facets to this fortress complex: the Shirvanshah’s Palace, the Sinik-Gala minaret, mosques, caravanserais and baths. However, it’s the modern city that is making headlines.

Gobustan
Gobustan National Park, located in the Greater Caucasus Mountains is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site for its rock art engravings. These images depict prehistoric hunting scenes, fishing, domestic lifestyles, flora and fauna. The area is also known for its explosive mud volcanoes which occasionally shoot flames high into the air. You’ll also find here, unique to this part of Azerbaijan, a gemstone called Gaval Dash which makes a sound like a tambourine when struck.

Sheki
Set against a backdrop of snow-capped Caucasus peaks, Sheki developed as a trading centre with many caravanserais located within the city. Two still remain: the Upper and the Lower Caravanserais, built in the eighteenth century. A city with a long history, Sheki is a must for architecture buffs. The Palace of the Sheki Khans is a fascinating building featuring intricate mosaics made from glass imported from Venice; not a single nail was used in its construction. To the north of the city you’ll find the ruins of what was once considered an impregnable fortress. Its name, “Gelersan – Gerarsan” translates as “you will come and see”.