Overview
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We open our exciting trip with Shamakhi village. Shamakhi is an excellent place not only to get acquainted with the history and culture of Azerbaijan but also to have a great rest among the majestic mountain ranges and green meadows.
Lahij is a notable place with its beautiful handicrafts traditions, particularly related to copper. The village’s carpet and rug crafts are very popular in the South Caucasus.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Diri Baba Mausoleum
Diri-Baba is a unique monument, a two-story mausoleum of the 15th century, located on the road from Baku to Shamakhi in the village of Maraza opposite the old cemetery. For a long time, residents believed that a saint by the name of Diri-Baba was buried in this place and remained incorruptible. However, many legends and mystical details are associated with this monument. Therefore, already from the 17th century, it began to attract many pilgrims and ordinary travelers. The peculiarity of the building is that the architect as if “built-in” the tomb in the rock, and it seems as if she is holding herself “on weight,” cut off from the ground. The tomb admires the severity of architecture, the purity of the lines, and against the irregularities of the dark rock, the light and smooth surface of its walls, standing out, seems solemn.
Juma Mosque
Juma mosque in Shamakhi is unique, and it has no analogs in Azerbaijan. The huge prayer hall of the mosque is divided into three independent parts, connected by wide open apertures. Each piece has a separate mihrab and entrance. But the mosque was destroyed by wars and earthquakes, and it was rebuilt and rebuilt more than once. The mosque received a modern look in the 20th century.
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Private Shamakhi - Lahij tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Professional English-speaking tour guide
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
Hotel pickup & drop-off
Professional Driver
Food and drink
Personal expenses
Entry fees to any attractions
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
No-show, no-call
Lyell D,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00We made a reservation, paid, and received confirmation but the operator was a no-show, no-call. Viator could not find a replacement so we never took the excursion. We did receive a full refund.
Very interesting tour
Cristiano,Dec 12, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a very beautiful tour as we visited several spots. The Lahic village is a bit far but it's worth the trip and we could see a coppersmith working. The Juma mosque, the Shirvanshas Tombs and the Diri Baba mausoleum are very interesting. A big thank you to our professional and nice guide Aylan.
Great experience
CristianoP120,Dec 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was really interesting, we enjoyed a lot the visit of Lahij and the Juma mosque. We also stopped in Shamaki cemetery to see the ancient Shirvanshas Tombs and the Diri Baba Mausoleum. Our guide, Ayla, was amazing!
Superb
rebeccatB2401PK,May 16, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our group of 4 from Singapore spent 6 days in Azerbaijan, organised by Private Tours Baku. Impressed by the excellent guide,Cemil,helpful & attentive driver,Revan. We also met Fuad whom we communicated with months before our arrival.Best experience of the 3 countries we visited in The Caucasus!
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