Embark on a comprehensive exploration of Gobustan and Mud Volcano in Azerbaijan. Discover the main part of Azerbaijan with clear explanations, comfortable transport, and delicious food.
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Gobustan Rock Art - Gobustan geographical region is situated in the west-south of Baku. The meaning of the word
Gobustan
is derived from two words
Gobu
ravine
and
Stan
place
, i.e. ravine area. The word
Gobu
is also of Turkic origin and means
a dried up river valley
.
The tour will start off from Gobustan Museum where you will see ancient human bones, work tools used in back to thousand years ago during the Mesolithic period. Then, you will advance to the mountain in order to see real rock paintings in the open air museum. Later on the tour will continue to the Mud Volcano which is not far from Gobustan National Museum.
- Mud Volcanoes - Azerbaijan keeps the first place in the world for the number of mud volcanoes. About 300 mud volcanoes are to be found in Azerbaijan
at the shore, in the sea and on islands. During this trip you will get a great chance to see these amazing active volcanoes from very close distance.
- Gobustan Rock Art - Tehere our guests will see primitive arts over the wall and inside the caves. Also will see ancient musical instruments of Azerbaijan.
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- meal guide
10:00 AM - Hotel Pick-up: Meet your guide in Baku and depart for Gobustan, 64 km away.
11:00 AM - Gobustan Reserve: Visit this UNESCO site, famous for over 6,000 ancient rock carvings and petroglyphs. Explore scenes of prehistoric life, dating back 5,000-40,000 years. Visit the Gobustan Museum for interactive exhibits on the area’s history.
Midday:
01:00 PM - Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Azerbaijani meal at a local restaurant, sampling dishes like kebabs and plov.
Afternoon:
02:00 PM - Mud Volcanoes: Explore Gobustan’s mud volcanoes, a unique natural phenomenon, perfect for photography and a rare geological experience.
03:30 PM - Return to Baku: Start your return journey, enjoying the scenery.
Late Afternoon:
04:30 PM - Optional Stop: Visit the Bibi-Heybat Mosque if time allows.
05:30 PM - Hotel Drop-off: Arrive back in Baku, ending your tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
