Before joining the horse tour, it is important to familiarize yourself with all the details of the tour. This is especially useful for first-time riders and helps prevent unexpected situations. Knowing in advance about the difficulty level of the route, required equipment, distance, and weather conditions will make your journey more comfortable and safer.
Horse Tour Plan:
Day 1: Baku - Sheki
We depart from Baku to Sheki city. After a 15-minute break in Shamakhi, we continue our journey to Sheki. We take a break at Nohur Lake in Gabala and then proceed with our trip. Upon arrival in Sheki, we check into the hostel. After lunch, we visit the historical sites of Sheki, including the Khan's Palace, Caravanserai, and the old streets. We spend the night at the hostel or a guesthouse.
Day 2: Kish Village – Pine Forest – Gelersen-Gorersen Fortress – Kish Village
After breakfast at the hotel, we drive to Kish Village. Upon arrival, we head towards the historic Albanian Temple. Walking through the ancient streets of Kish, we visit the Albanian Temple. After completing our walk here, we continue our journey to Gelersen-Gorersen Fortress.
We cross the Kish River and enter the Pine Forest. Amidst the stunning scenery, we proceed towards the fortress and reach Gelersen-Gorersen Fortress. After resting and exploring the historical site, we return to Kish Village.
Day 3: Kish Village – Kish River – Markhal – Khan Plateau – Baku
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Kish Village. From Kish Village, we continue our route on horseback towards Khan Plateau. We pass through Kish Village and proceed via the yard of Markhal Hotel towards Khan Plateau. We reach the height of 2088 meters at Khan Plateau. Enjoying the panoramic view of the Caucasus Mountains and Sheki city, we take a break before descending back to Kish Village.
We complete our trek and return to Baku.
Services Included in the Tour Price:
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Baku – Sheki – Kish Village – Baku (Mercedes Vito, Sprinter)
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Sheki – Kish Village – Sheki (4x4 vehicles)
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Mountain and horse guide (1 guide per 7 people)
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Horses
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2-night accommodation in a hotel (including breakfast)
Services Not Included in the Tour Price:
Required Equipment:
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Backpack 30-40 L (for tour use)
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Comfortable hiking shoes
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Comfortable pants and jacket for hiking
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Sunglasses, hat, etc., depending on the weather
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Sunscreen
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Water bottle
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Thermos
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Helmet
Note: The required equipment may vary depending on the season. Please consult the organizer before the tour.
Additional Information and Conditions:
- Registration and Permission: Participants must register at least 30 days in advance and complete the payment.
- Cancellation and Refund:
- Full refund if canceled 30 days before the tour.
- 70% refund if canceled 15 days before the tour (30% withheld).
- 50% refund if canceled 7 days before the tour.
- No refund if canceled 5 days or less before the tour.
- Tour Program Changes: The tour leader has the right to change or cancel the program due to weather, public events, or other unforeseen circumstances.
- Group Size: Can be 3, 7, or 14 people. Contact us for custom group requests.
- Mobile Network: Some areas may have no signal. Best coverage is with Azercell.
- Food and Equipment: Participants are responsible for their own food and cooking in mountain conditions.
- Custom Requests: Contact us to modify the itinerary.
- Tips: Tipping is optional based on satisfaction.
