Evidence of Azerbaijan's wine-making past was uncovered during archaeological excavations in places like Kultapa, Qarabaglar, and Galajig. These excavations revealed stone fermentation and storage containers with remnants and grape seeds dating back to the second millennium BC. The Ancient Greeks were already aware of wine production in this region by the 7th century BC, as documented by Herodotus. In the 1st century BC, Strabo mentioned a particular Azerbaijani wine known as Albania.
Azerbaijan plays a significant role in wine production within the Caspian Sea region today. Currently, the country boasts nearly 10 wineries and vineyards that produce wine.
Our tour offers you the opportunity to experience the unique flavors of Azerbaijani wine and delve into the wine-making process. During the tour, you'll get to learn about the distinctive qualities of Azerbaijani grapes and explore a wine factory that utilizes special techniques to showcase Azerbaijan's red and white wines to the international community.
Day 1: Arrival and Old City Tour in Baku
Upon your arrival at the airport, our driver will greet you and take you to your hotel in Baku. After check-in, your exploration of the Old City will commence. The Old City, also known as Icheri Sheher, is a historical and architectural treasure trove. It includes significant landmarks such as the Shirvanshah Palace, the Maiden Tower, the Icheri Sheher Archaeological Museum, the Seyid Yahya Bakuvi mausoleum, caravanserais, Mollahana, various mosques, bathhouses, Baku Khans’ House, and numerous opulent residences from the 19th century. This tour will last approximately 3 hours.
Meals Included
Dinner: Enjoy a flavorful saj with lamb for dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodation: You will spend the night at the 3+-star The Clocktower Hotel, Grand Midway Hotel or similar.
Day 2: Baku, Shamakhi, and Ismayilli
Your day begins with a departure from your hotel at 9:30 AM. You'll start your journey to Meysari Winery, in order to get acquainted with winemaking process and taste the most delicious organic wines. You will explore 6 types of wine accompanied by snacks.
Following your visit to Meysari, you'll be transported to Shato Monolit Winery/Guesthouse. Here, you will embark on a guided tour of the vineyards, explore the winery, witness the wine production process, and visit one of Azerbaijan's largest wine cellars. Additionally, you'll have the chance to taste Chabiant Wine with traditional azerbaijani meal
Lunch: sabat ribs baked in tandir oven. It has amazing texture, sour sauce and softness.
Dinner: Savor a traditional kebab for dinner.
Accommodation: Your overnight stay will be at Shato Monolit Guesthouse.
Day 3: Qabala, and Ganja
Following breakfast, your day kicks off with a trip to Savalan. Departure from your hotel will be at 9:30 AM. Savalan, nestled in the foothills of the great Caucasus Mountains, is known for its crystal-clear waters that flow through the picturesque vineyards. The region's bountiful grapes are meticulously harvested and transformed into wine using expert craftsmanship.
Later in the day, you'll visit Ganja, home to one of the oldest winemaking facilities in the South Caucasus, the "Goygol Wine Factory." Established in 1860 by Schwab’s Germans, this historic winemaking plant has a rich heritage and produces a variety of grape types.
Meals Included:
Breakfast: breakfast at Shato Monolit Guesthouse.
Lunch: Savor "3 Baji," which includes vegetable dolma with eggplants, tomatoes, and sweet peppers or dolma with grape leaves.
Dinner: Delight in Azerbaijani pilaf with chestnuts and meat, a unique variation of the traditional dish.
Accommodation: You'll stay overnight at the 4-star Vego Hotel or a similar hotel in Ganja.
Day 4: Ganja to Baku
Today, after your memorable journey, you'll return to Baku. Departure from Ganja is at 9:30 AM, and you'll be transferred to your hotel in Baku for some free time, which you can use for shopping or leisure.
Meals Included:
Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Ganja.
Accommodation: You'll spend the night at the The Clocktower Hotel, Grand Midway Hotel or a similar hotel in Baku.
Tour price: 810 USD
*per person in DBL or TWN accommodation
Accommodation:
3+ star hotel in Baku: The Clocktower Hotel, Grand Midway Hotel or similar.
Tour price includes:
• Transportation services within the tour including airport-hotel-airport transfers
• Accommodation with breakfast for 3 nights and meals as per itinerary
• Professional English-speaking guide service
• Entrance tickets to the museums as per the tour program
• Bottle of water per person daily
Tour price doesn’t include:
• Air Ticket
• Medical insurance
• Visa to Azerbaijan
