Tour Highlights
Itinerary
- Welcome to Baku, Azerbaijan's captivating capital, where centuries-old heritage meets striking contemporary architecture along the shores of the Caspian Sea. Upon arrival at Heydar Aliyev International Airport, you are warmly welcomed by your local representative and privately transferred to your hotel, with early check-in arranged for your comfort.
- After some time to relax, begin your exploration at Highland Park, the city's most celebrated viewpoint, offering spectacular panoramic views of the Caspian Sea, Baku Boulevard, and the iconic Flame Towers.
- Descend into the city aboard the historic Baku Funicular, one of the capital's oldest attractions, before enjoying a leisurely walk along Baku Boulevard, the scenic waterfront promenade lined with landscaped gardens, fountains and modern landmarks.
- Conclude the day with free time on Nizami Street, Baku's elegant pedestrian boulevard, where boutique stores, charming cafés, restaurants and beautiful 19th-century architecture create the perfect setting to experience the city's lively atmosphere.
Experience
- Visit Highland Park
- Ride the historic Baku Funicular
- Walk along Baku Boulevard
- Free time at Nizami Street
Travel Information
- Meet and greet upon arrival at Heydar Aliyev International Airport
Private vehicle transfer from airport to hotel - Early check-in included
Overnight Stay - Alermo Hotel and SPA or Similar
- After breakfast, at around 10:00, meet your guide and journey to the UNESCO-listed Gobustan National Historical and Artistic Reserve, one of Azerbaijan's most remarkable archaeological sites. Discover thousands of prehistoric rock carvings that depict ancient hunting scenes, rituals, wildlife and the everyday lives of communities dating back over 40,000 years.
- Continue by local taxi to the fascinating Mud Volcanoes, one of the world's largest concentrations of this rare natural phenomenon. Witness the bubbling mineral-rich mud and learn why Azerbaijan is home to nearly half of all the mud volcanoes found across the globe.
- Return to Baku in the afternoon and enjoy time at leisure for shopping. Browse modern malls, local boutiques and souvenir stores offering traditional carpets, handcrafted keepsakes, local sweets and authentic Azerbaijani specialties.
- After your exploration, return to your hotel and spend the remainder of the evening at leisure.
Experience
- Visit Gobustan National Historical and Artistic Reserve
- Explore the UNESCO-listed prehistoric rock carvings
- Excursion to the Mud Volcanoes
- Free time for shopping in Baku
Travel Information
- 10:00: Guided excursion from Baku
- Private vehicle transfer to Gobustan
- Local taxi transfer to the Mud Volcanoes
- Return transfer to your hotel
Overnight Stay - Alermo Hotel and SPA or Similar
- After breakfast, at around 10:00, begin your exploration of Icherisheher (Old City), the UNESCO World Heritage-listed heart of Baku. Wander through its charming cobbled streets, historic caravanserais, traditional houses and centuries-old monuments that reflect Azerbaijan's rich cultural heritage.
- Visit the magnificent Shirvanshahs' Palace, the former royal residence of the Shirvanshah dynasty and one of the country's finest examples of medieval Azerbaijani architecture. Continue to the iconic Heydar Aliyev Centre, designed by renowned architect Zaha Hadid, celebrated for its striking contemporary design and flowing architectural form.
- Later, travel to the Absheron Peninsula, famously known as the Land of Fire. Discover the historic Ateshgah Fire Temple, once an important pilgrimage site for Zoroastrian worshippers, before continuing to Yanardag (Fire Mountain), where natural flames have burned continuously from the hillside for centuries.
- Following the tour, transfer to Heydar Aliyev International Airport for your onward flight, bringing your memorable journey through Azerbaijan to a close.
Experience
- Explore Icherisheher (Old City)
- Visit Shirvanshahs' Palace
- Visit the Heydar Aliyev Centre
- Explore Ateshgah Fire Temple
- Visit Yanardag (Fire Mountain)
Travel Information
- 10:00: Guided sightseeing tour of Baku and the Absheron Peninsula
- Private vehicle transfers throughout the day
- Airport transfer to Heydar Aliyev International Airport
Overnight: Departure
Accommodation
Alermo Hotel and SPA
Baku
What's Included
Inclusions
- The cost of accommodation as per itinerary in the suggested hotels, on a double/single occupancy basis.
Please note, if required, Anecdotes reserves the right
to offer similar category hotels and will advise the guests of any change.
- All transport and vehicles required per the itinerary.
- Transport will be provided in AC Vehicles.
No professional guide service. English Speaking driver will be provided.
- Baku City tour
- Gobustan & Mud Volcanoes
- Absheron Peninsula (Fire Temple & Mountain)
- Old City
Breakfast - On all days at the hotel from Day 2 onwards
Complimentary bottled mineral water provided daily (1 bottle per person)
- Funicular in Baku
- Heydar Aliyev Centre (Main Building)
- Shirvanshahs' Palace
- Fire Temple (Ateshgah)
- Fire Mountain (Yanardag)
- Gobustan National Historical and Artistic Reserve
- Taxi to the Mud Volcanoes
Exclusions
- GST (5%) and TCS (2%) - Only for Indian Passport holders
- Airfare, Visa & Travel Insurance
- Meals & beverages not mentioned in the above tour cost
- Anything not mentioned in ‘Inclusions’
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