The 15 Best Sheki Tours & Day Trips

1.Full Day Tour to Five Regions of Azerbaijan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 279 reviews · from $75Our pick

This 13 to 14-hour small-group trip from Baku reaches Shamakhi, Ismailli, Gabala, and Sheki. You will see an eighth-century mosque, a hanging bridge, Nokhur Lake, a waterfall, Sheki Khan Palace, and a former caravanserai. Guides such as Sayeed, Tabriz, Natiq, and Behbud have earned strong praise, but expect a very long day in the van.

“The guide and the driver were both excellent and worked hard to make the trip enjoyable .. it’s a very long day and the driver was superb . The Hanging bridge is a must and the Sheki Palace I was delighted I chose Smile Tours they did what they said and pick up was great and on time best wishes”

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2.Shamakhi, Ismailli, Gabala and Sheki Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 112 reviews · 14 hours · from $59Best value

Travel from Baku through Shamakhi, Ismayilli, Gabala, and Sheki with an English, Russian, or Turkish-speaking guide. Expect a full 14-hour day, long road stretches, mountain scenery, local food, honey tasting, the hanging bridge, Nokhur Lake, and Sheki’s palace and caravansarai. Guides include Nursan, Tabriz, Said, and Aziz.

“Did this tour from Baku and while it was a very long day it was hugely enjoyable and we saw some great places. The guide Nursan was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all our questions. Would definitely recommend doing the rope bridge to anyone as it is so much fun. Possibly could have spent longer in Sheki but a great trip. One thing to bear in mind is to ensure you have 20 or 30 Manat with you in cash as there are a few places on the trip where they don't take cards.”

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3.Sheki Tour 2 Days, 1 Night (All Inclusive)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · from $190Top rated

Travel from Baku through Shamakhi, Gabala, and Sheki with guides Davud and Michel or another ATI guide. You’ll visit the Juma Mosque, Nohur Lake, Tufandag Mountain, Seven Beauties Waterfall, Sheki Khan’s Palace, Kish Church, and a historic caravanserai. The $190 price includes transport, breakfast, two lunches, entry fees, cable-car tickets, and a 5-star hotel night.

“Had a fun trip. Our tour guides Davud and Michel are knowledgeable and were fun. One of the best trips I had.”

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4.Full day Tour to Sheki: 4 regions of Azerbaijan in 1 day

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 83 reviews · 14 hours · from $71

Travel from Baku to Sheki with stops at Shamakhi’s Juma Mosque, Ismayilli’s Hanging Bridge, Nohur Lake, an Albanian church, Sheki Khan Palace, and the Karvansaray. English, Russian, and Turkish guides, including Said, Murad, Aziz, and Tabriz, have led this route. Expect about 14 hours, long road stretches, lunch at your own cost, and two entrance fees.

“Sheki tour was excellent, the sites, both our guides Murad and Aziz were excellent. friendly and helpful and gave all the time and information everywhere we went. It is a very long day but we expected that as you travel very far and see so many places. All the stops were interesting amd even though you spend time in the van, there is enough rest stops. No time wasting, just enough time at each place. I would definitely recommend this tour. Tips...comfortable clothes and shoes, snacks and plenty water or drinks for the journey.”

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5.Sheki is a harmony of nature and architecture ( All inclusive )

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · from $69

Travel from Baku to Sheki in a small group of up to 18 people, with transport, guide, entrance fees, and lunch included. You’ll visit the Juma Mosque, Nokhur Gel Lake, Khan Palace, Church of Kish, and Sheki Karvansaray. The day lasts about 15 hours, so expect an early start and a late return.

“Got picked up from my hotel pretty early in the morning and we went to the Old Town to meet the rest of the group. When the rest of the group entered the bus, I realized they were all speaking Russian. I started to panic that I had accidently selected a Russian speaking tour, Read more”

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6.Private Sheki Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $140

Travel from Baku to Sheki with a private guide and driver, stopping at Shamakhi’s Juma Mosque, the Palace of Shaki Khans, Kish Church, and the Karvansaray. Guides such as Tahir and Jale have led this route, while Roma has driven one booking. Expect a full 10 to 12 hours, hotel pickup, and extra costs for food and admission tickets.

“went solo with a private driver / guide. we visited all places as promised. the driver / guide was awesome. patient. chose a great restaurant for dinner. great driver.”

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7.2 days 1 Night Shamakhi – Gabala – Lahij – Sheki Tour ( Northern Route)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · from $215

Travel from Baku through Shamakhi, Lahij, Gabala, and Sheki in a small group of up to 18. You will see a Sufi mausoleum, ancient mosque, copper workshops, Nohur Lake, mountain views, Sheki’s palace, and a caravanserai, with a five-star hotel and breakfast included. Guides such as Rustam, Vahid, and Senan have earned praise for helpful local support.

“I have to dedicate this trip to Mr Rustam, because for the 2 days , he was our guide, driver and local support for any help... This trip was great, incase you want to see the region outside Baku, which itself was so beautiful with varied terrain like arid land, green forest to high Read more”

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8.Gabala-Sheki Group Tour (2 Days / 1 Night)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $200

Leave Baku for a two-day small-group journey through Shamakhi, Gabala, and Sheki. You’ll see the Diri Baba Mausoleum, Juma Mosque, Nohur Lake, Tufandag cable cars, Sheki Khan’s Palace, Kish Church, and the Caravansaray. Accommodation, entrance fees, and traditional lunches are included, with a maximum of 15 people.

“Rather than rush through the incredible Sheki in a day tour , I strongly recommend an overnight stay to appreciate the proud legacy of Azerbaijan.”

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9.Sheki group Tour from Baku with guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $63

Spend a full day exploring Sheki with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a multilingual guide. See the Khan Palace’s shebeke windows, the Silk Road Karvansaray, ancient Kish Church, and Khanland Entertainment Center. Guides may include Ali, Nigar, or Rahman. Palace and church admission, plus lunch, cost extra.

“Everything was great ! 👍 Thanks to our guide Mr Ali”

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10.Sheki Cultural and Historical Shared Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $89

Travel from Baku to Sheki in a small shared group of up to 15 people, with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a multilingual guide. Visit the caravanserai, Kish Church, Khan Palace, and fortress, then enjoy time for food, crafts, ziplining, off-road driving, and a waterfall stop. Palace and church entry fees are extra.

“Sheki is a long drive from Baku and recommended to do if you have extra days after covering other places. The drive from Baku is long but we enjoyed it because we had good company and Ruzi always makes trips fun.”

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11.Sheki Private Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 13 hours · from $187

Travel from Baku to Sheki in a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking guide and driver. See the Palace of Sheki Khans, Shaki Caravanserai, mountain viewpoints, a tea house, and Kish Church. Guides such as Habil Gudratli add useful context, while the 13-hour schedule lets you return to Baku without staying overnight.

“It was my first trip to Azerbaijan and I explored it much more than I expected from the view of history, geographiy and culture. Our tour guide, Mr. Habil Gudratli has deep knowledge of all aspects of Azerbaijan, as well as amazing hospitality. He provided comfortable atmosphere all the time and made my time in Azerbaijan unforgettable. I strongly recommend everyone this tour if you want to learn and enjoy Sheki in a limited time. Thank you very much again!”

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12.9 days Baku to Qabala – Sheki – Zaqatala – Sighnaghi and Tbilisi Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $1,128

Travel privately from Baku to Tbilisi in nine days with guides, hotels, breakfast, transport, and entrance fees included. See Gobustan’s rock art, mud volcanoes, fire temples, Sheki’s palace, Zaqatala, Sighnaghi wine country, and Tbilisi. Artunj manages the trip, with local guides such as Elvin and Nino handling parts of the route.

“We had an excellent experience of this private tour. Azerbaijan Guide arranged for our Baku, Sheki and Tbilisi Georgia 9 days private trip. Artunj was very helpful in arranging pre trip formalities and welcomed us personally on our arrival. The guRead more”

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13.ancient and beautiful Land ( All Inclusive Tour )

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $70

Travel from Baku to Sheki with a professional guide, stopping at Juma Mosque, Nokhur Gel Lake, the Palace of Sheki Khans, Sheki Karvansaray, and Kish Church. Entry tickets, lunch, an air-conditioned vehicle, and selected hotel pickup are included. Guide Riad has been praised for helping English-speaking guests keep up in a mixed-language group.

“Great experience! Riad is a great guide! Altgough I was the onlly English speaking person in the group, he made sure that I did't fall behind and provided me with all the necessary imformation! I totally recommend the tour!”

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14.Azerbaijan tour in 2 days/Sheki+Lahij+Gabala up to Georgia Border

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $260

Travel privately from Baku through Shamakhi, Ismayilli, Lahij, Nohur Lake, and Sheki, then continue to the Georgia border. Expect long road days, mountain scenery, historic mosques, the Sheki Khans’ Palace, caravanserais, and two old churches. Transport and water are included, while meals, lodging, and several entry fees are extra.

“It was very interesting. I visited many beautiful places, historical castles and palaces, tried national cuisine and rode a horse, what was a amazing experience!”

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15.Sheki tour with overnight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $200

This private Sheki tour begins after you spend the night in Sheki at your own expense. An English-speaking driver takes you to Diri Baba Mausoleum, Sheki Khan’s Palace, the historic caravanserai, and Kish Church. You get hotel pickup and drop-off, private transport, and a flexible pace, but food, hotel costs, and entrance fees are generally extra.

“I did several tours with the company, but Trip only allows me to pick up one tour. This review applies to Azerbaijan and to Best Baku Tours.”

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