Today we visit Sheki - a charming city nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Azerbaijan. Upon arrival, we visit The Palace of Shaki Khans - was a summer residence for the Shaki khans - who were in charge of controlling Shaki. Further we visit Church of Kish – a beautiful Caucasus Albanian Temple and according to one of the legends, it was built in the 1st century AD and is the first Christian temple in the world. Later we take a photo stop at Sheki Karvansaray - a historical monument in Sheki, a part of building is now used as a hotel.

Today we proceed to Baku. Upon arrival we visit Shirvanshah palace – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was the former residence of the rulers of the Shirvanshahs. Later we explore Baku city, we pass by Old town - the historical core of Baku and the most ancient part of Baku, which is surrounded by walls which were easily defended, Maiden tower - a UNESCO world heritage site and a symbol of Baku city, Fountain Square - a public square in Baku city and a location where the city authorities hold many public festivals, shows and celebrations, National Flag Square - The flagpole was confirmed as the world's tallest by the Guinness Book of Records, TV Tower – a free standing concrete telecommunications tower and the tallest structure in Azerbaijan and the tallest reinforced concrete building in Caucasus.

Today we proceed to Shahdag - a land of ancient glaciers, majestic valleys, and stunning mountain lakes. Here we enjoy a cable car ride and admire the Greater Caucasus ranges. Those who are with adventure spirit can experience thrilling activities like skiing, Paragliding, Snow tubing, Snowmobile etc. at an additional cost. Later we proceed to Quba – a small charming city at the foot of the mighty Caucasus mountains in the north of Azerbaijan. Here we walk through Red Village - the only entirely Jewish settlement outside of Israel and the United States.

Today we proceed to Baku. En-route we visit we Yanar dag – also known as Burning Mountain, which blazes continuously on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula. Further we visit Ateshgah - Ancient Zoroastrian Temple which was visited by Mahatma Gandhi and Tzar Nicholas. We then visit Gala Archaeological and Ethnographic Museum- Well-known open-air historical and ethnographic museum. Scientists have found the evidence showing that the first settlements on the site of Gala village appeared at least 5,000 years ago.

Departure