Germans in Azerbaijan: A Guide to Historical Sites

Day 1: Baku — Encountering German Heritage

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• City tour of Baku: Start by visiting the Old City (Icheri Sheher) and its historical landmarks. Learn about the German diaspora, which played an important role in Baku’s development in the 19th century.
• German Church in Baku (Lutheran Church of St. Michael): Founded in the late 19th century, it holds services for the German community and stands as a symbol of German culture in Azerbaijan.
• German House in Baku: Once a residence for German settlers, today it offers insights into the lives of the German community in Azerbaijan.
• Dinner at a restaurant serving traditional German dishes like schnitzels or sausages.

Day 2: Sumgayit — Industrial Heritage

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Trip to Sumgayit, which was a key industrial city in the Soviet Union, where Germans also played a significant role.
• Industrial enterprises: Visit places where German engineers and specialists worked and learn about the legacy of German industry in Azerbaijan.
• Lunch at a local restaurant.
• Evening return to Baku.

Day 3: Ganja — Traces of German Colonization

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Drive to Ganja, where German settlers founded agricultural colonies in the 19th century.
• German settlements: Explore old German villages where buildings from that era still stand, and learn about the history of the German community in this region.
• Lunch at a restaurant serving traditional German food.
• Return to Baku.

Day 4: Shemakha and German Traditions

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Excursion to Shemakha, where Germans were involved in agriculture and winemaking.
• Shemakha wineries: Visit historic wineries founded by German settlers.
• Evening tour of Shemakha and return to Baku.

Day 5: Final Part of the Tour — German Influences in Modern Life

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Visit to the German-Azerbaijani School in Baku, which maintains strong ties with Germany.
• Visit to the German-Azerbaijani Cultural Society, where various cultural events are held to strengthen bilateral relations.
• Dinner at a German restaurant in Baku, concluding the tour with traditional German customs.

What’s Included in the Tour:

1. Accommodation in a 4-star hotel with breakfast.
2. Excursions with a professional German-speaking guide.
3. Transportation throughout the tour.
4. Entrance tickets to historical and cultural sites.
5. Lunch and dinner with German cuisine.
6. Travel insurance for the duration of the tour.

This tour will provide a unique experience for those interested in the history of the German community and its legacy in Azerbaijan.

The price is for one person for a group of at least 6 people : 

What’s Included in the Price:

1. Accommodation in a 4-star hotel (4 nights) based on double rooms.
2. Transportation rental (minivan or bus for 6 people) with a driver for 5 days.
3. Professional guide services throughout the tour (5 days).
4. Travel insurance for all participants for 5 days.

What’s Not Included in the Price:

1. Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
2. Entrance tickets for excursions, museums, and historical sites.
3. Personal expenses of the participants.
4. Additional services not mentioned in the tour program (e.g., souvenirs, tips, etc.).

This list can be added to the website for transparency and convenience for clients.