On arrival at Baku, you will be met by our local representative. After a brief meet and greet at the airport, we proceed for Check-in at hotel. After freshening up at the hotel, proceed for Baku city tour.

Baku is the capital and largest city of Azerbaijan. Located on the Caspian Sea’s western coast, it is special due to its rich history, blending ancient culture with modern development. Baku’s Old City, a UNESCO World Heritage site, features historical landmarks like the Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs. Economically, Baku is a crucial hub for the oil and gas industry, significantly contributing to Azerbaijan’s wealth. The city’s unique architectural skyline, vibrant cultural scene, and strategic location make it a significant cultural and economic center in the region. 

Overnight stay at the hotel in Baku. 

Overnight stay at hotel in Baku.

After breakfast at the hotel, we shall begin with the sightseeing tour of Baku spanning both the old and modern parts of the city.

We shall begin the city tour with a visit to the magnificent Maiden Tower. Given that it is one of the country’s most recognisable national symbols, it can be seen on official letterheads as well as Azerbaijani currency notes. Next, we shall visit the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum which is the first specialised museum of carpets in the world. About 14,000 traditional carpets, embroideries, garments, jewellery art, as well as modern pieces of glass, wood, and felt are included in its collection. Later, visit to Martyrs’ Lane (Shehidler Khiyabany), a touching memorial to Azerbaijanis who have perished in fighting, it also provides a beautiful view of the Caspian Sea coastline and Flame Towers. 

Later, we will also go on a stroll to the National Seaside Park and Little Venice. One of Baku’s most popular tourist destinations, Little Venice is made up of man-made waterways. This building’s construction began in the year 1960, and it was expanded in the year 2012. Some of the waterways of Little Venice are dotted with islands, which are again connected by stone bridges to allow free circulation of gondolas.

Overnight Stay at the hotel in Baku. 

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Gabala in Azerbaijan by drive. 

On the way, you will have a stop at Shamakhi Juma Mosque that is built-in 743 which is the most ancient known mosque in the Caucasus region. The structure is a fabulous example of Islamic Architecture and Margraf’s marble floors awake memories of the ancient Muslim décors and geometrical designs; in particular, the ornament underneath the central cupola representing a flower with twelve petals made in Azul Bahia,, is used all around the wall edges of the adjacent halls as in a Greek key border.

After the tour, we will proceed to Meysari  village for wine tasting and visit to an Alpaca farm. Alpacas are domesticated animals native to South America, and interestingly have been brought to Baku by Alpaca breeders who specializing in alpaca fleece processing and production of high quality alpaca product. Alpacas, with their gentle nature and appealing appearance, are beautiful animals and fun to play with. You can also sample and learn about famous wine from Baku at a local winery during the tour.

In Gabala, we will begin the tour with a visit to the beautiful Nohur Lake. Apart from the natural beauty, you can enjoy various activities here, such as horse riding and boating. Afterwards, we will visit Yeddi Gozel Waterfall, one of the most beautiful waterfalls of Azerbaijan. You can  see two of the seven-stage waterfall’s stages from below, and you must climb some stairs, which demands some physical stamina, to see the remaining five. Water from various valleys generates this cascade, which has seven stages. 

Overnight stay at hotel in Gabala.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Tufandagh Complex.  

Situated in the foothills of the Greater Caucasus mountain range, Tufandag Mountain Resort is a renowned ski resort. The resort is equipped with modern ski lifts and gondolas that provide access to different parts of the mountain. During summer months, Tufandag becomes a hub for hiking and mountain biking, with numerous trails that offer stunning views of the Caucasus Mountains.It also offers numerous adventure Sports and activities like paragliding, zip-lining, and ATV rides. At the resort, we shall take a cable car to the top of the mountain to see the spectacular beauty of the region.

Afterwards, we will return to Baku by drive. The day is free for your leisure in Baku. 

You can spend the day at the Shopping mall in the later half of the day. Baku’s retail sector is so established that the city hosts a month-long shopping festival twice a year. Baku offers a variety of shopping options, including large shopping malls, tiny local specialty shops, and flea markets. The majority of visitors are interested in more than one of those possibilities, however we’ve compiled a list of the top shopping areas in the city for your convenience. 

Overnight stay at hotel in Baku. 

After breakfast at the hotel, we will find out why actually Azerbaijan is called land of fire on a sightseeing tour.

We begin the tour with a visit to Ateshgah. It is a castle-like religious temple in Surakhany town. Here we will visit the Temple of Fire. This sanctuary of eternal fire was built in the 17th century on the site of the oldest temple of the Zoroastrians. Ancient exhibits, located in the cells of Hindu and Zoroastrian hermits, will tell you how these ancient world religions were practiced. The next stop of the tour will be Yanardag, the Burning Mountain. The eternal natural fire, flashing from the depths of the mountain over millions of years, is a unique natural phenomenon. The fiery line surrounding the foot of the summit will give a lasting impression of the country of lights.

Afterwards, check-out from the hotel and proceed to the Haydar Aliyev Airport to board our flight back to India.  Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Azerbaijan tour organised by State Express Global Voyages, which you will treasure for a lifetime.