Azerbaijan Horizon Explorer

Upon arrival at Heydar Aliyev International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, you will have some free time to relax, enjoy a meal, or begin exploring at your own pace.

In the evening, you will set out to experience Baku from a different perspective. Your tour begins at Highland Park, one of the city’s highest points, offering panoramic views across Baku and the Caspian Sea. Here, you will see the Flame Towers, Martyrs’ Lane, and the Eternal Flame Monument, an important symbol of national remembrance.

From this viewpoint, you will also take in sights such as Baku Crystal Hall, Flag Square, and the Baku Ferris Wheel. During the drive, you will pass key landmarks including the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center, Baku Conference Center, the Boulevard, Little Venice, and the Carpet Museum, giving you an introduction to the city’s blend of modern design and cultural heritage. Later, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

This morning, you will explore Baku’s rich history and modern identity on a guided city tour. The day begins in the Old City, where you will walk through centuries of heritage dating back to the 5th century. Here, you will visit key landmarks including the House of Baku Khans, Multani Caravansarai, Maiden Tower, St. Bartholomew Church, Juma Mosque, Muhammad Mosque, Aga Mikayil Bath House, the Miniature Books Museum, and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs.

You will then continue to the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center, one of Baku’s most recognised modern landmarks, known for its distinctive architecture and role in showcasing the country’s cultural development, followed by a visit to Highland Park for panoramic views over the city.

The tour continues to Baku Boulevard, a popular waterfront promenade along the Caspian Sea. Here, you will visit the Carpet Museum, which reflects Azerbaijan’s long-standing carpet weaving traditions, and Little Venice, a charming area of canals and walkways.

Your final stop is Nizami Street and Fountain Square, one of the liveliest areas of the city, ideal for experiencing Baku’s contemporary atmosphere. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Baku - Absheron Peninsula - Baku. Today, you will explore the Absheron Peninsula, known for its natural gas phenomena and historic religious sites. Your first stop is the Ateshgah Fire Temple, a castle-like complex that has served as a place of worship for Hindus, Sikhs, and Zoroastrians, reflecting the area’s long-standing connection to naturally occurring flames.

You will then continue to Yanardag, the Burning Mountain, where natural gas flames blaze continuously from a hillside. This rare natural feature highlights why Azerbaijan is often referred to as the “Land of Fire”.

After the visits, you will return to Baku city centre, where you will have free time to explore at your own pace or choose from optional activities within the city. The total duration of the tour, including travel time, is approximately 5 hours.

You will then be transferred back to your hotel in Baku.

Baku - Shamkhi - Gabala - Baku/ Baku - Guba - Gusar - Baku. You will have the choice of visiting one of Azerbaijan’s scenic regions, with two distinct tour experiences available depending on your interests and the season. Both options offer a full-day journey outside Baku, highlighting the country’s varied landscapes.

If you choose to travel towards Gabala, you will begin with a stop at the Seven Beauty Waterfall (Yeddi Gozel), a series of cascades set within a forested hillside. You will then continue to Nohur Lake, a peaceful mountain lake surrounded by natural scenery. The day concludes at Tufandag Mountain Resort, where you will take a cable car ride, with a choice of 2 or 4 lines, offering wide views across the region before returning to Baku.

Alternatively, you may head towards the Guba and Gusar regions, known for their mountain scenery and seasonal activities. The focus of the day is the Shahdag Mountain Resort area, where experiences vary depending on the time of year, from snow-based activities in winter to fresh mountain landscapes in warmer months.

At the end of the day, you will return to Baku and be dropped off at your hotel

After your final breakfast, you may have some free time for last-minute shopping, further exploring, or simply relaxing before your transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Safe travels!