Arrival - Absheron Peninsula Tour

Heydar Aliyev International Airport - Upon arrival at the airport, guests will be greeted by a representative from our company at Baku International Airport, named after Heydar Aliyev. The journey from the airport to the city center takes approximately 20-25 minutes.
– Relaxation time

Baku City Tour

Highland Park - The tour begins at Highland Park, the highest point in Baku, offering a panoramic view of the city. From here, visitors can see major landmarks such as the Flame Towers, Parliament Building, State TV Channel Building, Broadcast Tower, Martyrs’ Lane, Crystal Hall, National Flag Square, and more. Guests will walk through Martyrs’ Lane to the “40 Stairs,” where the driver will pick them up.

Baku Boulevard - Known as the National Seaside Park, Baku Boulevard is a beloved promenade for both locals and visitors, and is the second largest in Europe after the park along the River Seine in Paris. Established over 100 years ago, it stretches 3,750 meters along the southern coast of the Caspian Sea, from National Flag Square to Freedom Square. The area features museums, cultural facilities, malls, and entertainment centers, including the modern panoramic amusement ride, the Devil’s Wheel, offering stunning views over Baku Bay.

Little Venice - “Little Venice” in Baku Boulevard is a charming town built in 1960, now expanded to 10,000 sq.m. It features two large and several small islands, with expanded channels, additional bridges, and two restaurants offering Western and Eastern cuisine. Visitors can enjoy a gondola ride for four people, with one guide and three passengers. Located near the Caspian seashore, it offers a Venetian experience with Azerbaijani dishes. The islands are connected by ornate bridges, and gondolas are available for hire.

Nizami Street / Tarqovi - The next stop is Nizami Street, where guests have 15-20 minutes to explore the central street of Baku, filled with shops and restaurants. Visitors can also enjoy the Fountain Square, adorned with magical fountains.

Fountain Square - Popular with strollers, this leafy piazza is the natural focus of Central Baku. The fountains, including one topped by shiny silver spheres, reflect the trees and stone facades, alongside the beautiful facade of the Nizami Literature Museum.

Gosha Gala Tower - The Old City tour begins at the main entrance, the Double Gates. Visitors will see the Chain, Sailor, and Cat Houses, Bukhara and Multani Caravanserais, Juma Mosque, and Maiden Tower. The guide will explain the history of the Old City and its buildings.

Palace of the Shirvanshahs - The next stop is the Shirvanshahs Palace, a gem of Azerbaijan’s architectural heritage and former residence of the Shirvan rulers. The complex includes the Divan-Khan courtyard, tomb, mosque from 1441, bathhouse, and mausoleum of court scholar Seyid Yahya Bakuvi.

Bukhara Caravanserai - Built in the late 15th century over the trade highway of Icherisheher in Baku, the Bukhara caravanserai has a quadratic shape with a salient portal and an octagonal yard. Surrounded by balconies and chapels, it was a gathering place for travelers and merchants. Restoration in 1964 revealed its large-scale structure.

Maiden Tower - Known as the Eiffel Tower of Baku, the Maiden Tower was a 12th-century fortress for the Shirvanshahs. Its thick walls narrow from five meters at the base to four meters at the top. Today, it houses old photographs and a souvenir shop, with a rooftop viewpoint offering sweeping views of Baku Bay and the Old City.

Miniature Books - In the Old City, visitors can explore The Museum of Miniature Books, included in the Guinness Book of Records for its extensive collection. Created by Zarifa Salahova, the museum opened on April 2, 2002, and holds over 5,600 books from 66 countries.

Shamakhi - Lahij - Nohur Lake - Sheki

Juma Mosque - On the way from Baku to Gabala, the tour stops at Juma Mosque in Shamakhi, open to non-Muslims. Visitors must remove their shoes and women must cover their heads, with free head coverings provided.

Diri Baba Mausoleum - The two-storey Diri Baba mausoleum stands on a cliff, with a hall leading to an octahedral cupola. The architecture harmonizes with the surrounding rocks and greenery, and the monument is protected by the government.

Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum - Located at the foot of Gulistan Fortress, the Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum, or “Seven Domes,” is the burial site of Shirvan Dynasty rulers. The gravestones resemble half-destroyed stone domes, creating a mysterious atmosphere.

Lahij - The tour continues to the village of Lahij, accessible via the forests and serpentine roads of the Caucasus Mountains. Visitors can see a natural canyon and the Zernava suspension bridge. Lahij is known for its craftsmen and artisans, with unique mosques in each quarter.

Nohur Lake - Nohur Lake, near the Gabala-Ismayilli-Baku motorway, is a natural attraction surrounded by the Yumuru, Goydag, and Gulluburun mountains. It is 1925 m long, 1355 m wide, and covers 240 ha, with a maximum depth of 24 m.

Sheki - Guests will be transferred to Sheki and checked into the hotel for rest.

Sheki City Tour

Sheki Khan’s Palace - After breakfast, the Sheki city tour begins with a visit to Sheki Khans Palace, built in 1762 as a summer residence for the Khan of Sheki. The palace features intricate paintings with philosophical meanings.

Karvansaray - The “Caravanserai” historical complex in Sheki includes two caravanserais, “Yukhari” and “Ashaghi,” dating back to the 18th-19th centuries. The “Lower” caravanserai has a rectangular shape with a large inner yard and 242 rooms. Since 1988, it has been used as a hotel complex.

Church of Kish - The tour visits the first Albanian church in the Caucasus, dating back to the 1st century AD. The Kish Albanian Church has been converted into a trilingual museum, offering insights into Caucasian Albania.

Sheki - Gabala - Baku

Tufandag Mountain Resort - After breakfast and check-out, the tour returns to Baku, stopping at Tufandag Winter-Summer Mountain Resort in Gabala. The resort offers skiing, cable car rides, mountain climbing, and other activities.

Qəbələ Əyləncə Mərkəzi - Optionally, guests can visit Gabaland Entertainment Center, Azerbaijan’s largest amusement park, offering rides and events for all ages.

Free Day in Baku

Baku - After breakfast, guests have a free day to explore Baku’s shopping malls, restaurants, and famous streets at their leisure.

Full Day Trip Baku

Gobustan Rock Art - On the way to Gobustan, visitors will see oil rigs that supplied the USSR with oil for over 70 years. The Gobustan Museum provides insights into the area’s history, with over 3,500 petroglyphs and 20 suburban shelters.

Mud Volcanoes - The tour continues to the Mud Volcanoes near Gobustan National Museum. Azerbaijan has about 300 mud volcanoes, and visitors can collect mud, said to be beneficial for the skin.

Bibi-Heybat Mosque - The Bibi-Heybat Mosque, containing the tomb of Ukeyma Khanum, is a spiritual center for Muslims and a major Islamic architectural monument in Azerbaijan.

Ateshgah - Fire Temple - The Fire Temple, located 30 km from Baku, is a 17th-18th century temple built on natural gas flames. It was sanctified by Zoroastrians, Hindus, and Sikhs.

Yanardag State Historical, Cultural and Natural Reserve - The tour concludes at Yanardag, a natural burning hill fueled by natural gas. Declared a State Historical-Cultural and Natural Reserve, it offers a view of the infamous burning mountain.

Shopping Tour

Park Bulvar Baku - After breakfast, the shopping tour begins at Park Bulvar, located in the city center on the Boulevard. It offers shopping, dining, music, and movies.

Ganjlik Mall - Ganjlik Mall, Azerbaijan’s largest shopping mall, offers a premier shopping experience with brand stores and boutiques.

YasIl Bazar Green Market - Yasil Bazar, or ‘Green Market,’ offers an authentic local experience with organic produce from around Azerbaijan.

Departure Day

Heydar Aliyev International Airport - The tour concludes with a transfer to Heydar Aliyev International Airport.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Taxi fees covered for select attractions
• Complimentary entry to top sites
• Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
• Professional driver and English-speaking guide included
• Visit iconic touristic destinations

• Personal Expenses
• Lunch & Dinner
• Accommodation

A 9-day tour of Azerbaijan primarily includes a variety of enticing locations such as a city tour of Baku, explorations of the Absheron Peninsula, Sheki, Gabala, Gobustan petroglyphs & Mud Volcanoes, and a shopping tour, among other things. These represent just a portion of the stunning natural and architectural beauty the country has to offer. For a fuller experience of the charming regions of Azerbaijan, a visit is highly recommended.

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