The 9 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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9.2-Day Private Tour to Sheki with Overnight Stay

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 4 reviews · 2 days · from $253

Travel by private vehicle from Baku through Shamakhi and Gabala to Sheki, with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, and one night at Medivela Caravanserai. You will visit Juma Mosque, Sheki Khan Palace, the palace museum, and Sheki’s old center. Food and entrance fees are extra.

“The guide and the driver were really nice. The people organizing the activity have also been very kind and helpful in solving some hard situation we found.”

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