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Highlands of Azerbaijan

Experience the highlights of Azerbaijan with a 7-day journey through vibrant Baku and scenic Gabala.
Explore Baku’s modern icons and ancient wonders including the Flame Towers, Old City, and Ateshgah Fire Temple.
Enjoy mountain adventures in Shahdag, the tranquil beauty of Nohur Lake, and cultural treasures in Sheki.
Stay in luxury at Qafqaz Baku City and Residence (5★) and Qafqaz Riverside Hotel (5★) with daily breakfast and private transfers.

( 7 Days)

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DAY 1 — Arrival Baku

Arrival at Baku International Airport. Meet and transfer to the hotel. Check in and overnight stay at the hotel.

Transfer Baku Airport – Baku Hotel
Transfer Type: Private Transfer
Vehicle Name: Standard Sedan
Capacity: 2 Pax

Meet at the Baku airport and transfer to the Baku Hotel.


DAY 2 — Baku Excursion

Breakfast at the hotel. Baku Excursion. Overnight at Baku hotel.

Baku City Tour

Transfer Type: Private Transfer
Vehicle Name: Standard Sedan
Duration: 6 Hours
Timings:

Detail:
Observation tour to Baku TV Tower – built in 1996, is a free-standing concrete telecommunications tower in Baku, Azerbaijan. With a height of 310 meters (1017 ft), it is the tallest structure in Azerbaijan and the tallest reinforced concrete building in Caucasus. The tower has become one of the most prominent landmarks of Baku, often in the establishing shot of films set in the city. (Photo session from outside)

Highland Park–Alley of Martyrs, The National Assembly–also transliterated as Milli Majlis, Flame towers–the tallest skyscraper in Baku.

Baku Funicular is a funicular system in Baku, Azerbaijan. It connects a square on Neftchilar Avenue and Martyrs’ Lane. It is the first and remains the only funicular system in the country (ticket is included).

Old City or Inner City is the historical core of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The Old City is the most ancient part of Baku, which is surrounded by walls well protected. In 2007, the Old City had a population of about 3000 people. In December 2000, the Old City of Baku became the first location in Azerbaijan to be classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Nizami Street known for shopping. The street’s history could be traced back to Baku’s town-planning project of 1864. The street runs through the city’s downtown from west to east. It begins from Abdulla Shaig Street, in mountainous part of the city and ends at railroad bed on Sabit Orujov Street, near a monument to Shah Ismail Khatai in “Black City”. Total length of the street is 3,538 m.

Fountains Square is a public square in downtown Baku, capital of Azerbaijan. The square was previously called Parapet and is often referenced by the same name now. The name of the fountains square derives from the presence of dozens of fountains throughout the square first constructed during Soviet rule of Azerbaijan.

Later you will visit Baku Crystal Hall–an indoor arena in Baku, Azerbaijan. Located on the coast of Baku near National Flag Square, construction of the arena began in August 2011 and finished in April 2012–in time for it to host its first major event, the 2012 edition of the Eurovision Song Contest (photo-session from outside).

Visit to “LITTLE VENICE” in Baku Boulevard which is a small town built in 1960. The town has two large and several small islands (photo-session from outside).

Walking through Baku Boulevard which stretches along a south-facing bay on the Caspian Sea. It traditionally starts at Freedom Square continuing west to the Old City and beyond.

After tour drop to hotel.


Inclusions:

  • Transportation: Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle (Sedan, Van, Sprinter, or Coach, depending on group size and package) for the duration of the tour, including hotel pickup and drop-off in Baku.

  • Professional Guide: Group up to 6 Pax operated with English-speaking driver. For group size 7 & above, an experienced, English-speaking local guide providing insightful commentary and historical context at each site.

  • Entrance Fees: Funicular Ticket.


DAY 3 — Baku Excursion

Breakfast at the hotel Baku Excursion Overnight  at Baku hotel.

Baku – Shahdag Day Excursion

Transfer Type: Private Transfer
Vehicle Name: Standard Sedan
Duration: 8 Hours
Timings:

Detail:
Meet your guide at the hotel lobby.
10:00 — Depart to Shahdagh (3 hours)

Start to use Shahdagh activities (on own). The Shahdag Mountain Resort Complex was opened to the public in 2012. It is located in the Azerbaijan’s Greater Caucasus range, the site is located near Shahdag National Park, which is known for having an intact ecological system and an untouched flora and fauna.
It is the first and largest ski resort in Azerbaijan. Plans for the project include 4–5 star hotels, golf clubs, 160–180 cottages, and other objects in the complex. The winter season in Shahdag begins in the second half of December and finishes at the beginning of April, depending on snow conditions.

1600 — Transfer Back to Baku (3 Hours)

Inclusions:

  • Transportation: Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle (Sedan, Van, Sprinter, or Coach, depending on group size and package) for the duration of the tour, including hotel pickup and drop-off in Baku.

  • Professional Guide: Group up to 6 Pax operated with English-speaking driver. For Group size 7 & above, an experienced English-speaking local guide providing insightful commentary and historical context at each site.

  • Entrance Fees: Shahdag Cable Car.


DAY 4 — Baku Excursion

Breakfast at the hotel.
Proceed for Baku Excursion. Overnight stay at the Baku hotel.


Absheron Tour

Transfer Type: Private Transfer
Vehicle Name: Standard Sedan
Duration: 4 Hours
Timings:

Detail:

Your adventure begins with a pick-up and transfer from the hotel in Baku.

The tour starts with a visit to Ateshgah (Fire Worshippers Temple) — based on Persian and Indian inscriptions, this temple was used as a Hindu and Zoroastrian place of worship. “Atash” means “fire” in Persian. The pentagonal complex, featuring a courtyard surrounded by monk cells and a tetra pillar-altar at its center, was built during the 17th and 18th centuries.

Next, visit “Fire Mountain” – Yanar Dag, a natural gas fire that blazes continuously on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula near Baku. Literally meaning “Blazing Mountain”, Yanar Dag showcases mesmerizing flames that dance over the rocks and ground, symbolizing Azerbaijan’s moniker — the Land of Fire.

Return to the hotel after the tour.


Inclusions:

  • Comfortable, air-conditioned transportation (Sedan, Van, Sprinter, or Coach depending on group size and package), including hotel pick-up and drop-off in Baku.

  • Professional English-speaking guide (for groups up to 6 pax). For groups of 7 and above, an experienced English-speaking local guide provides insightful commentary at each site.

  • Entrance Fees: Admission to all visited attractions — Ateshgah (Fire Temple) and Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain).


DAY 5 — Baku → Gabala

Breakfast at the hotel.
Check out from the hotel. Transfer to Gabala. Check in and overnight stay at Gabala.


Baku – Gabala Day Tour

Transfer Type: Private Transfer
Vehicle Name: Standard Sedan
Duration: 8–10 Hours
Timings:

Detail:

Meet your guide at the hotel lobby.
Departure to Gabala, located in the northwest of Azerbaijan. The distance from Baku to Gabala is approximately 250 km (4–5 hours).

Tour in Gabala:

  • Excursion in Tufandağ Winter-Summer Tourism Complex — offers cable car rides at any time of the year, skiing on various ski tracks, ski training, and school, as well as cafes, restaurants, and entertainment centers for kids and families.

  • Nohur Lake — located in Qabala, another scenic region of Azerbaijan. Though slightly off the main route, this tranquil lake surrounded by mountains offers a stunning panoramic view.

After the tour, transfer back to Baku (4–5 hours).


Inclusions:

  • Comfortable, air-conditioned transportation (Sedan, Van, Sprinter, or Coach depending on group size and package) for the full tour duration, including hotel pick-up and drop-off in Baku.

  • Professional English-speaking guide (for groups up to 6 pax). For groups of 7 and above, an experienced English-speaking local guide provides commentary and historical insights at each site.

  • Entrance Fees: Cable car ride at Gabala up to the 3rd level.


    DAY 6 — Gabala Excursion

    Breakfast at the hotel.
    Gabala Excursion. Overnight stay at Gabala.


    Gabala – Sheki Excursion

    Transfer Type: Private Transfer
    Vehicle Name: Standard Sedan
    Duration: 6 Hours
    Timings:

    Detail:

    Discover the enchanting city of Sheki, where history and mystery intertwine.

    • The first stop is Sheki Khan’s Palace, a testament to ingenious craftsmanship. Marvel at its unique construction — achieved without nails or glue — and admire its intricate stained-glass windows created with a now-lost secret formula.

    • Delve into the history of the Silk Road at the Caravanserais. These magnificent structures, designed for both trade and defense, offer insight into Sheki’s vibrant past.

    • Finally, visit the Church of Kish, a site steeped in ancient spirituality. This Caucasian Albanian church, a beacon of enlightenment in the East, stands as a symbol of the region’s diverse cultural heritage.


    DAY 7 — Gabala Departure

    Breakfast at the hotel.
    Check out from the hotel and transfer to Baku Airport.

    Transfer: Gabala Hotel → Baku Airport
    Transfer Type: Private Transfer
    Vehicle Name: Standard Sedan
    Capacity: 2 Pax

    Details:

    Departure transfer from Gabala Hotel to Baku Airport.


    ACCOMMODATION DETAILS

    Qafqaz Baku City and Residence ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
    Destination: Baku
    Location: Baku, Nasimi district, Tbilisi av. 34, AZ1122
    Room Type: Standard Room – B
    Stay Duration: Thu, 05-Jun-2025 → Mon, 09-Jun-2025 (4 Nights)
    Meal Plan: Breakfast
    Room: 1 Room | 2 Adults

    Qafqaz Riverside Hotel ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
    Destination: Gabala
    Location: Qabala district, Qabala, Ismayilli bay Qutqashinali street, 164
    Room Type: Superior Double
    Stay Duration: Mon, 09-Jun-2025 → Wed, 11-Jun-2025 (2 Nights)
    Meal Plan: Breakfast
    Room: 1 Room | 2 Adults

What We Offer

INCLUSIONS

  • 4 Nights Accommodation at Qafqaz Baku City and Residence in Baku

  • 2 Nights Accommodation at Qafqaz Riverside Hotel in Gabala

  • Transfer Baku Airport → Baku Hotel

  • Transfer Gabala → Baku

 ✅ Baku City Tour
 ✅ Baku – Shahdag Day Excursion
 ✅ Absheron Tour
 ✅ Baku – Gabala Day Tour
✅ Gabala – Sheki Excursion

EXCLUSIONS

  • Domestic / International Flights

  • Visa Charges (if not mentioned)

  • Any item not mentioned in the inclusions column

  • Tips, Porterage, Room Service Bills, Laundry Charges, etc.

  • Any extra meal or beverages not mentioned in the package

  • Travel Insurance

Note : Above quote is based on the current rate of exchange. If the rate of exchange changes at the time of final billing, then the package quote will change accordingly.