Azerbaijan Tour: Explore Baku, Mud Volcanoes, and More

Discover Azerbaijan’s culture and nature: Old Baku, Mud Volcanoes, Fire Temple, and more. Explore ancient cities and mountain resorts in a 5-night, 6-day adventure.

Duration: 6 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Transfer + Old City Tour + Panoramic Evening Tour

Heydar Aliyev International Airport - On the first day, after a warm welcome at the airport and transfer to the hotel, guests will explore the Old City, the historic heart of Baku. Stroll through the Old City (Icheri Sheher), a UNESCO World Heritage Site encircled by 12th-century walls, showcasing Oriental architecture and medieval history. Following the Old City tour, experience the unique evening charm of Baku with panoramic views from Highland Park and see key attractions like the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center, Baku Conference Center, Boulevard, Little Venice, Carpet Museum, and Flame Towers:
-Pick up from Heydar Aliyev International Airport
-Transfer to the hotel and check-in process

Baku Old City - The tour begins in the Old City, visiting landmarks such as the House of Baku Khans, Multani Caravansarai, Maiden Tower, St. Bartholomew Church, Juma Mosque, Muhammad Mosque, Aga Mikayil Bath House, Miniature Books Museum, and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs.

Highland Park - The tour continues to Highland Park (featuring the 3 Flame Towers, Martyrs’ Lane, and the Eternal Flame Monument) and includes views of Baku Crystal Hall, Flag Square, and the Baku Ferris Wheel. The tour concludes with a drop-off at the hotel for an overnight stay in Baku.

Gabala –Shamakhi Tour or Guba, Gusar-Shahdag Tour

Juma Mosque - On the second day, the tour to the regions is perfect for nature and history enthusiasts. Each destination offers unique features and activities depending on the season. This tour is ideal for those who enjoy winter snow scenes and activities or prefer greenery and cool weather in other seasons. We offer two options: the Shamakhi-Gabala Tour or the Guba & Gusar Shahdag Tour:
-Pick up from the hotel in Baku
-Visit Shamakhi
-Juma Mosque - The first mosque in Azerbaijan

Yeddi Gozel Waterfall - Drive to Gabala and stop at the Seven Beauty Waterfall (Yeddi Gozel).

Nohur Gol - The next stop is Nohur Lake.

Tufandag Mountain Resort - The final destination is Tufandag Mountain Resort, where guests can enjoy a cable car activity. The tour concludes with a return to Baku, drop-off at the hotel, and an overnight stay in Baku.

Shahdag Mountain Resort - If guests choose the Guba, Gusar-Shahdag Tour instead of the Gabala-Shamakhi Tour, the itinerary will be as follows:
-Pick up from the hotel in Baku
-Visit Besh Barmag Mountain
-Explore Qechresh Forest
-Stop at Chenlibel Lake
-Drive to Shahdag
-Visit Shahdag Mountain Resort
-Return to Baku, drop-off at the hotel, and overnight stay in Baku.

Ateshgah-Fire Temple, Yanar Dag-Burning Mountain Fire Worshippers’ Legacy Tour

Ateshgah - Fire Temple - On the third day, the tour focuses on the Ateshgah castle-like religious Fire Temple, historically used by Hindus, Sikhs, and Zoroastrians, and Yanardag, the Burning Mountain on the Absheron Peninsula, where a natural gas fire blazes continuously on a hillside:
-Pick up from the hotel in Baku
-Visit Ateshgah-Fire Temple

Yanardag State Historical, Cultural and Natural Reserve - The next stop is Yanar Dag-Fire Mountain. The tour returns to the city center, allowing free time for activities within the Baku city center area. The tour concludes with a drop-off at the hotel and an overnight stay in Baku.

Gobustan & Mud Volcanoes Tour

Gobustan Rock Art - On the fourth day, the tour delves into the prehistoric lifestyle, exploring the history of hand-drawn petroglyphs in the Gobustan State Historical and Cultural Reserve, and the bubbling Mud Volcanoes:
-Pick up from the hotel
-Visit Gobustan Museum
-Explore Gobustan Petroglyphs

Mud Volcanoes - The tour continues to the Gobustan Mud Volcanoes. The tour returns to the city center, allowing free time for activities within the Baku city center area. The tour concludes with a drop-off at the hotel and an overnight stay in Baku.

Baku City Tour & Shopping

Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center - The fifth day is dedicated to exploring the past, present, and future of Baku. This guided city tour takes guests to Azerbaijan’s most fascinating locations, such as the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center, to admire its curves and collections designed by the renowned Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid, and the Carpet Museum to learn about the history of carpet making in Azerbaijan. A shopping tour offers the chance to find a variety of goods at great prices and quality, all in one place. The tour begins at the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center.

Baku Boulevard - The tour continues to Baku Boulevard, where guests will visit the Carpet Museum and Little Venice.

Nizami str. /Tarqovi - The tour then proceeds to Nizami Street and Fountain Square.

Ganjlik Mall - The final destination of the fifth day is shopping at Genjlik Mall and Deniz Mall. The tour concludes with a drop-off at the hotel and an overnight stay in Baku.

Transfer to the Airport

Heydar Aliyev International Airport - Check-out from the hotel
-Pickup from the hotel and transfer to the airport.

What's Included
  • Comfortable transportation during the tour itinerary
  • A bottle of water per person per day
  • Roundtrip airport transfer from the airport to the hotel and from the hotel to the airport
  • English-speaking tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Accommodation
  • Food, soft and alcohol drinks
  • Entry / Admission to the Palace of the Shirvanshahs (Est. price is 9 $ per person)
  • Entry / Admission to the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center (Est. price is 9 $ per person)
  • Entry / Admission to the Carpet Museum (Est. price is 6 $ per person)
  • Entry / Admission to the Gobustan Museum & Gobustan Petroglyphs (Est. price is 6 $ per person)
  • Entry / Admission to the Ateshgah & Yanar Dag (Est. price is 9 $ per person for combo tickets)
  • Entry / Admission to the Tufandag Mountain Cable Car 2x lines (Est. price is 11 $ per person)
  • Entry / Admission to the Shahdag Mountain Cable Car ride (Est. price is 11 $ per person)
  • Entry / Admission to the Maiden Tower (Est. price is 9 $ per person)
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Additional Information

This tour is designed for those eager to immerse themselves in the culture and natural beauty of the “Land of Fire.” You’ll visit the Old City of Baku and popular attractions like the Mud Volcanoes, Fire Temple, and Burning Mountain. The journey includes exploring the natural landscapes and three of Azerbaijan’s oldest cities along with its newest resort towns. From Baku, you’ll venture into the Azerbaijan Mountains to discover the regions of Shamakhi, Qabala, or Guba and Gusar.

  • General tour durations is 8-10 hours for each day except the first day and final transfer day with driving distances and visiting sightseeings. The first day only transfer and Panoramic evening tour. Rest of the time will be spent in the hotel or free activity wil be there for the first day
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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