The geographical position, unique climate, fauna and flora, and the ancient cultural assets lead the auspicious development of tourism in the Autonomous Republic of Nakhchivan. A fascinating weekend tour to this little known territory of Azerbaijan you will visit historical/cultural monuments in Nakhchivan city, 12th century tombs/mausoleums and monuments, Prophet Noah’s memorial complex, Asabu- Kahf Caves as mentioned in Holy Quran and Bible, Salt Mine Caves and 14th century monument “Garabaghlar” in Sharur region, observe “Mount Agri” where Noah’s Ark is believed to be and of course the Invincible Castle, Alinjagala , “ THE MACHU PICCHU” of Caucasus.

Day 01 :

Upon arrival our tour guide will meet you in the arrival hall of Nakhchivan International Airport (exact meeting time will be communicated well in advance per email in accordance with your flight schedule).

To drive you to your hotel or star you day discoving Nakhchivan’s highlights on our guided tour.

Nakhchivan City sightseeing: Nakhchivan City walls, Noah’s Memorial Tomb, Jaydar mosque, Yusif Ibn Kuseir Tomb, Momina Khatun mausoleum and Khan’s Palace.

Lunch in Nakhchivan city

At 15:00 we will start our tour by visiting Momina Khatun mausoleum, Khan’s Palace in Nakhchivan city and in the afternoon travelling to Ashabu Kahf Caves, (as stated in Koran, surah 18- legend “Seven Sleepers of Ephesus”). “The compaions of the cave” based on old Greek Norman poem, “Golden Legend”related with the same legend. German, British, Slav, Indian, Jewish, Chineese and Arabian versionof this legend exist also.

Transfer to the Hotel
End of the day!

Day 02 :

After breakfast and checking out of the hotel at 09:30 AM in the morning, Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and to start tour according to your personalized itinerary

It is time to admire on of the main attraction, the fortress of Alinja, an imposing defensive construction dating back to the XII century strikingly resembling the legendary Incan town of Machu Picchu (or at least an Azerbaijani version of it).

Visiting XII century Gulustan mausoleum next to Iranian Border
Locates 35 km from Nakhchivan city

The XII century Gulustan masuoleum located near the village of Gulustan fo Julfa region 100 m from Azerbaijan- Iran state border. It is a tower-shaped structure, looks like a pyramid outside but inside is cylindirical.

Lunch in Ordubad city

We'll then move towards the pretty traditional old town of Ordubad, where we'll enjoy a walking tour around a 1001-night maze of narrow alleys, mud walls and historic mansions, the centuries-old canal system (kahrez) and of course will drink tea with the most delicious lemon of the Caucasus.

After having tea we'll head back Nakhchivan City driving along a scenic road surrounded by high red mountains and Martian landscapes.

Transfer to the Hotel
End of the day!

Day 03 :

Your driver will pick you up around 09:30, your preferred time in your hotel and your tour wiill start according to your personalized itinerary

Visiting Jahan Kudi Khatun architectural complex XIII-XIV in Kangarli region

The architect of this amazing historic structure was built by a local Architect Ahmad ibn Ayyub al-Hafiz Nakhchivani.

It is one of the best Islamic structure of the 13th century, (supposed it was build in the reign of Bahadur khan from Ghingiz (GENGHIS) khans dinasty in 1316-1335 . The Mausoleum ofGarabaglar locates in the village Karabaglar.

A visit to Duzdag Salt Mine, a surreal asthma treatment centre built inside. The underground chambers of Rock Salt mines are located at 300 meters from the entrance, and extends vertically up to the chambers 110 meters. Height above sea level is 1173 m. Temperature in side the caves is + 18-20 all year round.

Will continue our tour by visiting Carpet meseum in Nakhchivan

In the afternoon, at 15:00 we will head to Batabat, perched high in the mountains at an altitude of 2,500 meters will be real fantastic experience.

FAREWELL TO NAKHCHIVAN

We'll take care of your transfer to the Nakhchivan International Airport to say goodbye.