3 Nights Azerbaijan-Baku and Surroundings Private Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival + Panoramic Evening Tour - Elevated Perspectives and Iconic Skylines
2 stops
1
Upon arrival at Heydar Aliyev International Airport, guests receive a personalized welcome and are immediately escorted to their accommodation, ensuring a smooth transition from travel to relaxation. The initial transfer allows time to settle into the distinguished comfort of the hotel, where impeccable service and refined ambiance provide a sanctuary amid the city’s vibrancy.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
2
Highland Park
-Visit Highland Park (3 Flame Towers, Martyrs' Lane, Eternal Flame Monument) -See Baku Crystal Hall, Flag Square, Baku Ferris Wheel -Drop off the hotel and overnight in Baku On the remaining hours guests can have their free time on their 1st day. Throughout this 4-hour exploration, each landmark is accompanied by insightful, expert commentary that reveals architectural nuances, historical context and cultural significance. This narrative enriches the visual experience, allowing travelers to engage intellectually as well as emotionally with the city’s fabric. The excursion concludes with a seamless transfer back to the hotel, where guests may reflect on the evening’s discoveries in the privacy of their refined quarters. The balance of elevated views, iconic cityscapes and thoughtful interpretation ensures an unforgettable introduction to Baku’s grandeur and complexity.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Epic Gobustan, Mud Volcanoes, Ateshgah-Fire Temple & Yanardag - The Legendary Burning Mountain Adventure
6 stops
3
The The second day unfolds as an intensive exploration into the primal roots and elemental phenomena that have shaped the region’s identity over millennia. Spanning approximately eight to nine hours, this expedition offers travelers a profound immersion into the intersection of ancient human civilization and the persistent power of natural forces, all conveyed through expert interpretation and meticulous observation. The day begins with a thoughtfully prepared breakfast at the hotel, providing essential nourishment before the journey into Azerbaijan’s prehistoric and geological marvels. The first destination is the Gobustan State Historical and Cultural Reserve, where the intricate Gobustan Museum serves as an introduction to one of humanity’s earliest chapters. Exhibits here reveal the lifestyle, tools and spiritual expressions of prehistoric communities dating back tens of thousands of years.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
4
Gobustan Rock Art
From there, travelers proceed to the open-air sanctuary of Gobustan Petroglyphs, where thousands of ancient rock carvings meticulously etched into Volcanic rock offer unparalleled insight into early human symbolism, hunting scenes, and ritualistic practices. These petroglyphs constitute a remarkable visual narrative, preserved through millennia, which invites close analytical engagement under the guidance of seasoned experts.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
5
Next, the itinerary advances to the otherworldly landscape of the bubbling Mud Volcanoes. These rare geological formations, among the largest concentration globally, provide a visceral experience of the earth’s subterranean activity. The surreal sight and sound of mud bubbling and erupting articulate the raw dynamism of the planet’s core, leaving a lasting impression on travelers attuned to natural wonders.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
6
Bibi-Heybat Mosque
The journey continues with a visit to Bibiheybat Mosque, an architectural jewel situated near one of the oldest operational oil wells. The mosque stands as a testament to the region’s spiritual heritage intertwined with its historical role as a cradle of the global oil industry. Here, travelers gain a nuanced understanding of how faith and industry have coexisted and influenced the cultural landscape.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
7
A profound highlight follows at the Ateshgah-Fire Temple, a fortress-like structure whose architecture reflects religious syncretism. Historically serving as a place of worship for Hindu, Sikh and Zoroastrian communities, the temple’s eternal flame encapsulates the elemental reverence that has drawn pilgrims for centuries. The site’s layered spiritual significance is illuminated through comprehensive narration that bridges history, religion and cultural anthropology.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
8
Yanar Dag
The final site of the day is Yanardag, or the Burning Mountain - a mesmerizing natural gas fire that has blazed continuously on the Absheron Peninsula for decades. The sight of natural flames flickering from the earth’s surface is an elemental spectacle symbolizing the region’s ancient connection to fire and energy. The steady, living fire evokes deep reflection on nature’s enduring presence and humanity’s longstanding fascination with it. The day concludes with a smooth return to the hotel, where travelers can absorb the day’s profound encounters and prepare for the continuing journey. Over the course of approximately 8 to 9 hours, this expedition guides travelers through sites of extraordinary historical depth and geological singularity, each destination selected for its ability to connect the modern mind with the ancient earth. The full duration factors in expert-led explanation, inter-site travel intervals, and analytical observation at each carefully chosen location
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 3
Shamakhi and Gabala Tour or Guba & Gusar Shahdag Nature Tour- Regional Excursion to the Mountain Capitals
6 stops
9
Juma Mosque
The third day initiates a departure from the city’s architectural rhythm toward the pristine elevations and cultural foundations of Azerbaijan’s most celebrated highland regions. ravelers are offered two contrasting but equally compelling regional pathways, each revealing a different face of the country’s natural topography and historical narrative. The first is Shamakhi-Gabala Corridor. This path traverses from the sacred traces of early Islamic civilization to alpine terrains shaped by centuries of tectonic beauty. Following breakfast, the first major stop is Juma Mosque of Shamakhi, acknowledged as the first mosque constructed in Azerbaijan. The structure initially established in the 8th century has undergone various architectural reincarnations following earthquakes, invasions and restorations. Its layered construction reflects the chronological tension between vulnerability and resilience.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
10
Continuing northwest, the journey ascends into the highland expanse of Gabala, a region that harmonizes modern tourism infrastructure with ancient environmental intelligence. First, Nohur Lake presents an environment of controlled stillness. Enclosed by the southern Greater Caucasus ridge, this alpine reservoir serves both ecological and aesthetic functions. Its surface, often mirror-like, becomes a visual study of natural equilibrium, ideal for meditative interludes and photographic analysis of light and contour reflection.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
11
Yeddi Gozel Waterfall
Tour continues to Seven Beauty Waterfall (Yeddi Gozel)
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
12
Tufandag Mountain Resort
Next, the ascent continues to Tufandag Mountain, where a state-of-the-art cable car system elevates guests above the dense forest canopy to commanding altitudes. The aerial passage offers a visual deconstruction of elevation, with gradients shifting from deciduous density to sparse alpine horizons. In winter, this location transforms into a white-draped theater for alpine activities; in spring and summer, it becomes a sanctuary of oxygen-rich solitude and panoramic orientation.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
13
Yeddi Gozel Waterfall
The final regional highlight is the Seven Beauties Waterfall, a cascade fragmented across seven mountain stages. Accessed via winding pathways and minor ascents, the falls function as a geological case study of erosion, vertical aquatic flow, and microclimate formation in mountainous environments. This day-long expedition spanning approximately 10 to 12 hours has been calibrated to accommodate guided technical briefings, transitional intervals between districts, and structured rest phases, offering a deliberate balance between intellectual engagement and spatial immersion. The route concludes with a return to Baku, where the road back provides a quiet decompression from altitude to urban pace.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
14
Or we offer Guba & Gusar Shahdag Tour instead of Shamakhi -Gabala Tour. If the guests choose this option for the 3rd day, itinerary and attractions will be as follows: -Pick up from the hotel in Baku -Besh Barmag Mountain -Qechresh Forest -Chenlibel Lake -Shahdag Mountain Resort -Return Back to Baku & Drop off the hotel -Overnight in Baku
8 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 4
Transfer to the Airport - Departure & Final Transit Experience
1 stop
15
The day begins with a carefully prepared breakfast served within the refined ambiance of the hotel, allowing guests to savor the final moments of their stay in absolute comfort. Following this, an efficient and discreet check-out process ensures all formalities are handled with precision, minimizing any disruptions to the traveler’s schedule. Guests are then collected directly from the hotel in a private, high-standard vehicle, guaranteeing a smooth transition without waiting or inconvenience. The transfer to the Airport is a brief, approximately 30-minute journey through the heart of the city, conducted with utmost attention to privacy, punctuality and comfort, concluding the travel experience with the same level of excellence that has defined every preceding moment.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Guests must to be ready in hotel lobby or arranged meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled pick up time.
• Travelers are advised to review the Inclusions section in detail, as three pricing tiers are available based on the scope of services provided. The first option includes a guide and driver, with entry tickets excluded. The second option (Included Entry Tickets) comprises a guide, driver and entry tickets included. The third option, labeled "All Inclusive," encompasses all services and additional amenities offered within the tour package.
• As specified in the Inclusions section, all entrance tickets are provided if either the "Included Entry Tickets" or "All Inclusive" package option is selected. Entry admissions cover access to the following cultural, historical, and natural sites: Gobustan Museum, Mud Volcanoes, Ateshgah-Fire Temple, Yanardag-Burning, Nohurlake, Cable Car Ride 2x lines in Tufandag, Chanlibel Lake and Cable Car Ride in Shahdag.

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