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.
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 - The Gobustan region is located to the southwest of Baku. The name “Gobustan” comes from the words “gobu,” meaning “ravine,” and “stan,” meaning “place,” thus translating to “ravine area.” The term “gobu” is of Turkic origin and refers to “a dried-up river valley.”
The tour begins at the Gobustan Museum, where visitors can view…
- Gobustan Rock Art - The Gobustan region is located to the southwest of Baku. The name “Gobustan” comes from the words “gobu,” meaning “ravine,” and “stan,” meaning “place,” thus translating to “ravine area.” The term “gobu” is of Turkic origin and refers to “a dried-up river valley.”
The tour begins at the Gobustan Museum, where visitors can view ancient human bones and tools from the Mesolithic period, dating back thousands of years. The journey continues to the mountain to witness authentic rock paintings in the open-air museum. The tour then proceeds to the nearby Mud Volcano, close to Gobustan National Museum.
- Mud Volcanoes - Azerbaijan ranks first globally for the number of mud volcanoes, with approximately 300 located on the shore, in the sea, and on islands. This trip offers a fantastic opportunity to observe these incredible active volcanoes up close.
- Gobustan Rock Art - At Gobustan Rock, visitors can experience a captivating mix of ancient history and natural beauty. The site is renowned for its distinctive rock formations, ancient petroglyphs, and mud volcanoes. Guests can admire over 6,000 carvings illustrating early human life, animals, and hunting rituals, dating back thousands of years. The expansive, rugged landscape provides breathtaking views of the surrounding area, and visitors can learn about the area’s rich cultural and archaeological importance, making it an essential destination for history and nature lovers.
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- meal guide
- Entrance tickets
- meal guide
- Entrance tickets
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:…
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
