Explore the vibrant city of Baku with a 4-day Azerbaijan tour that offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and modern attractions. Start with a panoramic city tour, discovering breathtaking views from Highland Park, where landmarks like Flame Towers, Baku TV Tower, and Martyrs’ Lane dominate the skyline. Dive into the charm of the Baku Old City, a UNESCO-listed site, featuring Maiden Tower, Shirvanshahs’ Palace, and the fascinating Miniature Book Museum.
Stroll through the bustling Nizami Street and enjoy the lively ambiance of Fountain Square. Visit the iconic Heydar Aliyev Center, designed by Zaha Hadid, and capture moments at the famous "I LOVE BAKU" sign. Take a scenic boat tour on the Caspian Sea to experience the city from the water.
Explore the Absheron Peninsula, including the mystical Ateshgah Fire Temple, the historic Gala Ethnographic Museum, and the mesmerizing Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain). Immerse yourself in Azerbaijan’s rich culture and enjoy delicious local cuisine throughout the journey. This tour ensures an unforgettable experience of Baku’s history, modernity, and natural wonders. Book your Baku adventure now!
Arrival in the airport. Your professional tour guide will meet you in the lobby at airport. Transfer to Hotel. From Airport to City Center 20-25 minute. Transfer to the Hotel Check-in at the hotel, 20 minute rest Panoramic City Tour– you will discover Panoramic View of Baku from the Highland Park which is the highest spot of Baku. From this Highest Point of the city, you will see the panorama of City of Lights, Baku which you will be able to see major buildings like, Flame Towers, TV Tower, Parliament Building, Building of AzTV Channel – (AzTV is a state-controllednational television channel in Azerbaijan. It is the oldest television channel in the country, having first broadcast from Baku on 14 February 1956 in what was then the Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic)Martyrs’ Lane, Chrystal Hall, National Flag Square and many more. You will walking through the Martyrs’ Lane to the stairs called “40 Stairs” where your driver will pick you up. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Baku.
Breakfast at the Hotel Your Private Car & Guide will pick you from Hotel for starting Baku City Tour. Firstly will start with Panoramic City Tour– you will discover Panoramic View of Baku from the Highland Park which is the highest spot of Baku. From this Highest Point of the city, you will see the panorama of City of Lights, Baku which you will be able to see major buildings like, Flame Towers, TV Tower, Parliament Building, Building of AzTV Channel – (AzTV is a state-controlled national television channel in Azerbaijan. It is the oldest television channel in the country, having first broadcast from Baku on 14 February 1956 in what was then the Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic)Martyrs’ Lane, Chrystal Hall, National Flag Square and many more. You will walking through the Martyrs’ Lane to the stairs called “40 Stairs” where your driver will pick you up. Old City Walking Tour. From Double Gates, starting the tour you will be able to see the Chain, Sailor and Cat Houses, Bukhara & Multani Caravansarais, Juma Mosque, Maiden Tower. Guide will explain to you the history of the Old City, and its buildings mentioned above. After taking pictures in front of the Maiden Tower you will proceed to Visit the Miniature Book Museum (if it is open), the biggest miniature book collection on earth that has a book which thickness of 0.75mm and consist of 22 Pages. Next Destination in the Old City will be the Shirvanshahs’ Palace. It will definitely be up to you to choose to enter to Palace or not, depending on your interest. From the Palace you will be ending up in the Double Gates again. The last destination in the Baku city tour will be the Nizami Street. You will have 20 minutes to walk to see the beauty of the most central street of the Baku with full of shops and nice restaurants. You will also be able to see the Fountain Square full of magical fountains. Car again will pick you up from the Double gates to the Baku Boulevard. You will visit Heydar Aliyev Center, building designed by Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadidi in 2012. An internationally recognized architectural work, the building of the Heydar Aliyev Center has become a signature landmark of modern Baku due to its innovative and cutting-edge design. Extending on eight floor levels, the center accommodates a 1000-seat auditorium, temporary exhibition spaces, a conference center, workshops, and a museum. Will take many photos with “I LOVE BAKU” stent Boat Tour on the Caspian Sea Transfer to the Hotel Overnight in Baku.
Tour along Absheron peninsula – it is a combination of three most interesting places not far from Baku, such as Ateshgah fire temple, ethnographic museum “Gala” and Yanardag (“Burning mountain”). Our guide will help you not to get lost in the labyrinth of the history of Absheron Peninsula. Ateshgah – Fire Temple – your guide will give you the information about the history of the temple and also will explain the trade relationships of Azerbaijan and India in the 18th and 19th centuries. In the temple, there are many rooms which represent the daily life of the people in the temple with its internal decoration. And also in the center of the temple walls, there is the Central Altar which the eternal fire burnt continuously since the 19th century. Outside of the temple walls, there is various souvenir shops which you can buy handmade souvenirs. Duration: 1 hour Yanar Dag – The last destination in your trip will be the Fire Mountain. Near the mountain, you feel the smell of natural gas and heat of the fire. Roots of the gas go until the Caspian Sea and burning almost 4 millenniums. After the Fire Mountain driver will drop you in your hotel or any desired place in the city.
Breakfast in the hotel, Check –out from the hotel. After breakfast, your driver will take you from the hotel and transfer back to the airport.
Baku’s combination of modern architecture and historical sites was breathtaking. The panoramic views from Highland Park, the ancient Maiden Tower, and the cultural richness of the city’s streets made this tour exceptional. The boat ride on the Caspian Sea was a perfect way to end the trip.
This adventure in Baku was truly unforgettable. The rich history of Baku’s Old City and the impressive landmarks like Flame Towers were a visual treat. The trip to the Absheron Peninsula and the mysterious Yanar Dag was a perfect way to connect with the natural wonders of Azerbaijan.
The 4-day tour of Baku was an incredible journey. The modern and ancient landmarks, from the stunning Flame Towers to the Miniature Book Museum, made every moment memorable. I particularly enjoyed the scenic boat tour of the Caspian Sea and the fascinating Yanar Dag. A must-see for anyone visiting Azerbaijan!
This tour was a perfect mix of history, modern attractions, and nature. The view from Highland Park was breathtaking, and exploring Baku Old City felt like stepping back in time. The boat ride on the Caspian Sea and the visit to Ateshgah Fire Temple added a unique touch to the journey.
Baku is a city full of surprises, and this tour provided the perfect introduction. The blend of ancient landmarks like Maiden Tower and Shirvanshahs’ Palace with modern attractions like the Flame Towers was incredible. The trip to the Absheron Peninsula, especially the mystical Yanar Dag, was one of the highlights. A truly enriching experience.