5N/6D
Azerbaijan
Baku, Gobustan
Hotels 
Meals
Sightseeing
Transfers
Trip details
Baku (take another look)
Here’s a 5-night, 6-day itinerary for Baku, Azerbaijan, combining city highlights, historic sites, and scenic day trips around the region.
Tips:
- Best Time to Visit: Spring (April to June) and fall (September to October) for pleasant weather.
- Local Cuisine: Try traditional Azerbaijani dishes such as plov (pilaf), dolma, and kebabs.
- Packing: Comfortable walking shoes, light clothing for daytime, and a light jacket for cooler evenings.
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Arrival in Baku
- Arrival at Heydar Aliyev International Airport: Meet your guide and transfer to the hotel.
- Check-in at hotel and relax after your journey.
- Evening: Stroll along the Baku Boulevard, a seaside promenade with views of the Caspian Sea.
- Overnight in Baku.
Baku City Tour
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Full-day Baku city tour:
- Old City (Icherisheher): Visit historic sites like the Maiden Tower and Palace of the Shirvanshahs (UNESCO World Heritage Sites).
- Baku Museum of Miniature Books: Browse one of the world’s largest collections of miniature books.
- Baku Boulevard: Enjoy a walk along the seaside, taking in views of modern and historic architecture.
- Flame Towers: See Baku’s iconic modern skyscrapers, with panoramic views of the city and the Caspian Sea.
- Heydar Aliyev Center: Visit the stunning Zaha Hadid-designed cultural center, known for its unique curved architecture.
- Overnight in Baku.
Gobustan and Mud Volcanoes
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Day Trip to Gobustan National Park (approx. 1 hour drive from Baku):
- Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape: Explore the ancient petroglyphs dating back thousands of years (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
- Mud Volcanoes: Visit one of the world’s largest collections of mud volcanoes, a unique natural phenomenon near Gobustan.
- Afternoon Return to Baku.
- Free evening to explore local cafes or relax.
- Overnight in Baku.
Day Trip to Guba and Khinalug
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Day Trip to Guba and Khinalug Village (approx. 2-3 hours drive each way):
- Guba: Visit this mountain town known for its apple orchards, carpets, and the historic Qechresh Forest.
- Khinalug Village: Explore one of the oldest continuously inhabited villages in the Caucasus Mountains, with stone houses and stunning mountain views.
- Return to Baku in the evening.
- Overnight in Baku.
Absheron Peninsula Tour
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Full-day Absheron Peninsula tour:
- Ateshgah Fire Temple: Visit this historical fire-worshipping temple, known for its natural flames.
- Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain): See this natural gas fire that has burned continuously for centuries.
- Mardakan Castle: Explore this historic 12th-century fortress built to defend the area.
- Return to Baku for a relaxed evening.
- Overnight in Baku.
Shopping and Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
- Shopping in Baku:
- Taza Bazaar: Buy local delicacies, including dried fruits, spices, and caviar.
- Nizami Street: Stroll this popular shopping street with boutiques and souvenir shops.
- Transfer to Heydar Aliyev International Airport for departure, marking the end of your Baku adventure.
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