Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Baku
Warm reception at the airport, followed by a transfer and check-in at your hotel.
Leisure time to unwind and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Exploration of Highland Park, Old City, and Heydar Aliyev Center
Begin your day with a delightful breakfast at the hotel.
Embark on an excursion to Highland Park and explore the Old City, including the Shirvanshah Palace and the iconic Maiden Tower.
Continue with the walk to the Baku Boulevard and Carpet Museum
Discover the Heydar Aliyev Center, designed by the renowned architect Zaha Hadid. This architectural marvel, celebrated with the "Design of the Year Award" in 2014, is a symbol of modern Baku.
Return to the hotel for some leisure time.
Day 3: Absheron Peninsula Wonders - Gobustan, Mud Volcanoes, Ateshgah, and Yanardag
Start your day with a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel.
Embark on an excursion across the Absheron Peninsula to explore its remarkable sights.
Visit the Gobustan archaeological reserve, home to well-preserved rock carvings dating back 5,000 to 20,000 years. These petroglyphs offer a unique glimpse into human history in this region.
Explore the captivating world of mud volcanoes, a rare natural phenomenon that has fascinated Azerbaijan for millions of years.
Continue your journey with a visit to the Temple of Fire Worshippers, known as "Ateshgah," a sacred site with a history steeped in Zoroastrianism.
Conclude your day with a visit to Yanar Dağ, located in Azerbaijan, captivating natural wonder known as the "Burning Mountain." This extraordinary site features a never-ending flame that burns continuously from a natural gas seepage in the rock layers.
Return to the hotel for some well-deserved leisure time.
Day 4: Exploring the regions of Azerbaijan / Arrival in Sheki
Breakfast in the hotel.
09:30Departure for a trip to the regions of Azerbaijan.
12:00-15:00 On the way, stop in Shemakha for visiting Diri Baba Mausoleum and then drive towards to Juma Mosque. Following our route to Gabala and head to Lake Nohur, a pristine lake surrounded by high mountains. Take in views of the tranquil setting and let the noise of the city melt away.
18:00Arrival in Sheki region, accommodation at the hotel and leisure time
Day 5: Excursion in Sheki / Khans’ Palace, Karvan-Saray and Albanian Church / Arrival in Baku
10:00 Start of the excursion in Sheki. The city used to be the capital of the Sheki Khanate and was an important staging point on the Great Silk Road. Guests will visit the summer Palace of the Sheki khans with magnificent frescoes and exquisite handmade window decorations.
The next destination is Upper Karvan-Saray. Karvan-Saray is a historical momument dated 17th century which includes the hotel. It was built in form of castle with single gate, closing of which made it impregnable during dangerous incidents.
14:30 The tour continues with the visit to the Albanian Church, which is located in the village of Kish. According to a legend, it is the first Christian church built not only on the territory of Caucasian Albania, but in the entire Transcaucasia. In 2003, the church was renovated with the financial support of the Norwegian government and with the personal efforts of Thor Heyerdahl.
15:00 Departure to the Baku
19:00 Arrival in Baku and accommodation at the hotel
Day 6: Check-out, Visit to the Green Bazaar
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check out from the hotel
Depending on your flight schedule, there's an opportunity to visit the vibrant Eastern Bazaar known as "Yashil Bazar" or "Green Bazaar." Here, you can purchase dried fruits, traditional Azerbaijani tea, nuts, and sweets, making for a delightful end to your journey.
Experience the captivating fusion of cultures, history, and natural wonders in Azerbaijan, a land where every moment becomes a cherished memory.
Tour price: 580 USD
*per person in DBL or TWN accommodation
Accommodation:
3* star hotel in Baku: The Clocktower Hotel, Grand Midway Hotel or similar.
4* star hotel in Sheki. Sheki Saray or Minali Hotel
Tour price includes:
• Transportation services within the tour including airport-hotel-airport transfers
• Accommodation with breakfast for 3 nights
• Professional English-speaking guide service
• Entrance tickets to the museums as per the tour program
• Bottle of water per person daily
Tour price doesn’t include:
• Air Ticket
• Medical insurance
• Visa to Azerbaijan
