AZERBAIJAN
Azerbaijan Package
Duration
08 NIGHTS / 09 DAYS
Tour Type
International
DAY 1 : ARRIVAL IN BAKU
Arrive at HeydarAliyev International Airport, be met by a representative, and transfer to the hotel. Check in to the hotel. Fresh n up & Relax at Hotel.Enjoy your Honeymoon Night with a special Candle Light
Dinner.Overnight stay in Baku.
DAY 2 : ATESHGAH & BURNING MOUNTAIN TOUR
Ateshgah Fire Temple
The guide will pick you up either from Sahil metro exit or your accommodation (which has to be
specified in "Extras" duringcheckout) and start heading to the ancient zoroastrian temple
"Ateshgah," which is considered an authentic Azerbaijani exotic site to visit,. It is located in
approximately 30 km from the center of Baku in the suburb of Surakhany. You will learn alot
about the temple from your guide, particularly more about the history of creation of such a
temple in Baku and the unique natural phenomenon of burning natural gas outlets.
YanarDagh ("Burning Mountain")In the second part of visit, after visiting the temple, you will go directly to "Yanar Dag" ("Burning
Mountain"), located not too far from Ateshgah Temple. It is the most famous and popular tourist destination.
site of the “eternal flame” in Azerbaijan. Actually, it is rather a hill than a mountain, with natural
gas burning on its slope from ancient times.
DAY 3 : GOBUSTAN AND MUD VOLCANO TOUR
The tour will start off from Gobustan Museum, where you will see ancient human bones, work
tools used back tothousand years ago during the Mesolithic period. Gobustan geographical region
is situated in the west-south of Baku. Themeaning of the word «Gobustan» is derived from two
words «gobu» – «ravine» and «stan»- «place», i.e. ravine area. Theword «gobu» is also of Turkic
origin and means «a dried up river valley». After visiting Gobustan Museum, you will advance to
the mountain in order to see real rock paintings in the open airmuseum. Later on, the tour will
proceed to the Mud Volcano which is 20 mins away from Gobustan National Museum. Azerbaijan
keeps the first place in the world for the number of mud volcanoes. About 300 mud volcanoes are
to be foundin Azerbaijan – at the shore, in the sea and on islands. During this trip you will get a
great chance to see these rare andactive volcanoes from very close distance. Your tour will end at
drop you off at your hotel.
DAY 4 : BAKU CITY AND OLD CITY WALKING TOUR
After Breakfast Visit Dig into the past, present and future of Baku in Half-Day Baku City Sightseeing Tour. Whether you are a first-time visitoror just want to know more about the city,
This tour is for you. You’ll discover the major sights of Baku, located both in the old part of Baku called
“IchariShahar” and more modern parts of seaside boulevards, uphill parks, and buildings. You will
get toknow the evolution of Baku since its establishment in the V century through Soviet era up
to its independence. Your guidewill lead you along the most remarkable monuments and
buildings, so you can take memorable shots on your way. HalfDay Baku City Sightseeing Tour
covers most of the sights you can visit and see.
Baku Old Town "Icharishahar" - As soon as you meet your guide at the exit of Icharishahar metro
station, we will enterBaku Old Town, called "Icharishahar". Old Town of Baku is a beautiful maze,
full of narrow streets, surprising sights, oldwooden balconies, stone roads and an atmosphere
that you'll never forget. A discovery by itself, every time you visit thispart of the city. Your guide
will tell you stories of locals about the Old Town and how it was changed and
developedthroughout the history.
Fountain Square - Our second stop, the Fountain Square, was one of the first ever parks created
in Azerbaijan and wasfull of mansions of oil magnates. It's located in the central street of Baku
and was called "Torgovaya", translated as thetrading street. Until 90s this street was full of
merchants trading souvenirs, vintage accessories and clothings.
Museum of Miniature Books - used to be in the Guinness Books of World Records until recently,
but still it has a greatcollection of miniature and even almost microscopic books. A small museum
that will be our first stop on our way todiscover more!
Palace of the Shirvanshahs - Next, enter the Shirvanshahs’ Palace, the central part of ancient
Shiranshahs kingdom anddive into the spirit of Islamic civilization while passing through the
courtyard and king’s private rooms. Get to know thehistory of the palace and visit the
mausoleums that witnessed many troubles for the past two centuries.
Maiden Tower - Second place we will visit is the most remarkable and mysterious monument –
the Maiden Tower, builtin the south-east part of the Old Town. Once you immerse yourself into
the experience of discovering such extraordinarybuilding, you will know why it is considered as
the symbol of Baku.
Baku Boulevard - Before we head to Baku Boulevard, we will have an hour-long lunch break, so
you can take some rest,but also enjoy national dishes made by the soulful Azerbaijani people. Our
guide will give you few options for lunch andit's completely up to you what to eat and drink. If
you choose Food & Drinks included option when booking, your guidewill take you to a national
restaurant located in the downtown.
Little Venice - restored into a new grand look, will be our third stop. It's not a long stop, but a view
of the small oasis inBaku Boulevard.
Carpet Museum - After we enter Baku Boulevard, we will head to the Carpet Museum. The
museum is a must see if youare in Baku at least for a day.
Baku Funicular - Enjoy the ride in a funicular while getting a short glimpse of Baku city up above
from the hills of Baku.
Flame Towers - Right by the Martyrs' Lane, you will see the Flame Towers, famous for their
unique modern architecturaldesign.
Martyrs Lane - Martyrs' Alley is an exhibition of Azerbaijanis' courage against Soviet occupation.
Get a glimpse of the endof totalitarian Soviet regime during our visit of Martyrs' Alley.
Daghustu Park ("Uphill Park") - At the Uphill Park, you will get a chance to see stunning view of
the city. Great spot forselfies to show off your visit to Azerbaijan! 🙂
Baku Ferris Wheel - is a Ferris wheel on Baku Boulevard in the Seaside National Park of Baku,
capital of Azerbaijan. Thewheel is 60 meters tall and has 30 cabins, each holding eight people. It
makes a complete turn in 30 to 40 minutes.
DAY 5 : SHEKI TOUR
We will pick you up from Baku early morning at 7:00AM. From there you will head directly to one
of the ancient cities of Azerbaijan – Sheki. After around 4 and a half hours, reaching Sheki, we will
go to the house that you will stay overnight.As soon as we finish with accommodating, you will
visit authentic national restaurant to taste typical food of Sheki. Toburn some calories, enjoy the
beauty of the city and learn about its history, you will take 3-hour walking tour around thecity
with the local guide. We will explore the city and visit major points – Palace of Sheki Khans,
Caravanserai, oldAlbanian temple and, of course, sweet houses famous for their “halva”s. We will
have a tea break, so you have some restbefore visiting Kish village and Albanian church.You will
also have time for shopping, if necessary. Overnight Stay in Sheki.
DAY 6 : GABALA TOUR
On the next day, boost your appetite with fresh and juicy breakfast, as it’s time to say goodbye to
Sheki. We will visit our second major destination, Gabala, a city surrounded by the Caucasus Mountains.
We will go to Tufandag Summer-WinterComplex and take a cable car to enjoy the view of some
high points of the Greater Caucasus. Later, we’ll head to Nohur Lake in Gabala. Enjoy the beautiful
nature of Nohur.We will visit to YeddiGozel Waterfall - The name of the waterfall means seven
beauties. There are seven steps to go up the mountain. The waterfall is situated in the wood near
the main road near West Vandam. Although the waterfall is hard to climb, it is worth visiting.
Each year thousands of people visit the waterfall.Visit the Gabala Shooting Center. Explore the local
market in Gabala.Enjoy your time in the mountains.Overnight stay in Gabala.
DAY 7 : BAKU
After breakfast in the morning, check out of the hotel and transfer to Baku. Arrive at Baku & Check in Hotel.
Full day free for leisure. Overnight stay in Baku.
DAY 8 : BAKU
Breakfast in the morning. Full day free for leisure. Overnight stay in Baku.
DAY 9 : DEPARTURE
Breakfast in the morning. Transfer to the airport for departure to India with sweet memories of the tour.
tour ends with sweet memories.