Shamakhi tours from Baku take you to one of Azerbaijan's oldest regions, just over an hour from the capital: the historic Juma Mosque, one of the oldest in the Caucasus, rolling countryside on the way to Gabala — and, for something different, a genuine working alpaca farm where you can feed and photograph the herd.

What to see in Shamakhi

  • Alpaca Farm Tour — meet, feed and photograph a herd of alpacas at a family-run farm, with a short talk from the farm's own guide. Private, family and group pricing.
  • Gabala & Shamakhi Day Tour — combine Shamakhi's Juma Mosque and hillside history with the mountains, waterfalls and cable car of neighbouring Gabala in one full day.

Prefer a broader look at the country's landscapes? See our nature tours guide, or browse all tours in Azerbaijan and day trips from Baku.

Getting to Shamakhi

Shamakhi is roughly two hours from central Baku by road through the Caucasus foothills. Every tour on this page includes hotel pickup in Baku, transport and a guide, so there's nothing to arrange yourself.

How booking works

Pick a tour below, choose a date in the live calendar and book — confirmation is instant, and your guide contacts you on WhatsApp the evening before with the exact pickup time.

Our tours

Alpaca Farm Tour from Baku
6-7 hours

Alpaca Farm Tour from Baku

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 5.0 (45)

A private day trip from Baku to meet, feed and photograph friendly alpacas near Shamakhi…

Gabala & Shamakhi Day Tour
12 hours

Gabala & Shamakhi Day Tour

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 5.0 (38)

Explore Gabala & Shamakhi on a full-day tour from Baku. Visit Juma Mosque, Seven Beauties…

Compare tours: prices & duration

Tour Duration Type From Rating
Alpaca Farm Tour from Baku 6-7 hours ₼ 200 ★ 5.0 (45)
Gabala & Shamakhi Day Tour 12 hours ₼ 79 ★ 5.0 (38)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best reason to visit Shamakhi?

The historic Juma Mosque and a genuinely unusual alpaca farm visit make Shamakhi one of the most varied day-trip regions near Baku, and it suits families well.

Can I visit the alpaca farm and Gabala in the same trip?

They're separate tours today — the alpaca farm is its own half-day visit, and Gabala & Shamakhi is a full day combining the mosque and Gabala's mountains. Contact us if you'd like to combine them.

How far is Shamakhi from Baku?

Around two hours by road.

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes for the alpaca farm specifically — it's a farm requirement. Advance booking is recommended for all tours.