Start and end in Azerbaijan! With this tour you have a 4 day tour package taking you through Baku, Guba. This tour includes accommodation as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
Discover Baku with a perfect 4-day itinerary blending culture, shopping, and nature. Begin with a panoramic city tour, marveling at iconic landmarks like the Flame Towers, Highland Park, and the historic Martyrs’ Lane. Enjoy vibrant shopping experiences at Park Bulvar, Mall 28, and Ganjlik Mall, or explore authentic bazars like Taza Bazar and Green Market (Yashil Bazar) for fresh local produce and spices. Immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Guba, visiting the Red Village, home to Mountain Jews, and learning the art of traditional carpet weaving. Wander through the serene Gachrash Forest, known for its lush greenery and natural springs. Taste authentic local cuisine and experience the welcoming hospitality of Azerbaijan. With seamless airport transfers, luxurious accommodations, and a professional guide, this tour offers a mix of relaxation and adventure. Perfect for those seeking a blend of modern city life, historic charm, and natural beauty in Azerbaijan.
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.
After having a good breakfast at the hotel, your private car and guide will pick you up from your hotel and we begin our shopping tour. Park Bulvar is favorably located in the city center – on the Boulevard, a national park that holds special place in the hearts of Bakuvians. Park Bulvar will offer more than just shopping experience. It will be a place of leisure, where food, drinks, music and movies are as big as fashion. Mall 28, the ultimate leisure, entertainment and shopping destination opened on 15th September 2012. Strategically located in the heart of the city, this 25000 retail square meter Mall offers a full range of shopping, leisure, and entertainment for all its customers. Mall 28 features around 70 international and local brands including department, fashion, lifestyle, sports, electronics and home furnishing and has an electric retail mix. Also it is equipped with a large family entertainment area, a 6 screen multiplex cinema, and over 16 coffee shops and restaurants. Ganjlik Mall With its grand central atrium and equally impressive external facades, Azerbaijan’s largest shopping mall seamlessly blends form with function to deliver a premier shopping experience in a building that can be described as nothing less than a trophy property. We can also take a trip to Green market and Taza Bazaar. If you want to experience the local Azerbaijan culture without travelling too far from the centre, head to Taza Bazar. The largest market in Baku sits halfway between Nizami and 28 May Metro Station. Today, people buy fresh produce, nuts, herbs and a variety of oriental spices. Yashil Bazar, or ‘Green Market’, offers an authentic local experience when you travel to Baku. Get away from the city’s core, and stroll to the train station to find the local’s favourite market in Baku. People from around Azerbaijan sell organic vegetables and fruit including grapes and pomegranates at Yashil Bazar. Overnight at the hotel in Baku.
Have a delicious breakfast at the Hotel. At 10:00 a.m. being ready to start today`s adventure, On the 3rd day, We will make our way north first along the Caspian Sea and then near the high Caucasus Mountains. We will stop for a look at the sacred site “Beshbarmaq”.In Guba, we visit the Red Village “(Qırmızı Qəsəbə), Across the Kudyal River from Quba is Red Town, the largest Mountain Jewish settlement in the former Soviet Union. Red Town is the only entirely Jewish settlement outside of Israel and the United States, and is the last surviving settlement. Mountain Jews have been settled in the Caucasus for thousands of years, though there are many different communities and resettlements. Mountain Jews have their own version of Judaism that combines the Old Testament with other traditional practices, as well as a bit of mysticism. They also speak their own language: Judeo-Tat or Juhuri, part of the Persian family. The ancient art of carpet weaving is still prevalent in this northeastern corner of the Caucasus region. We will continue our discovering with a carpet weaving factory, the World of Carpets Association. In this factory you will find the Master Weavers sitting in front of looms, hand crafting beautiful, pieces of art from naturally died wool and silks. The craft is still being done here, the same as it was hundreds of years ago. In the center of Guba, if we are lucky we can see the urban bazaar. You will rest your souls in amazing Gachrash Forest, Gachrash Village is 12 km far from the Guba City, The area of this village is covered with forest on all sides. Qechresh is famous for its natural springs and plants.The wild walnuts, hazelnuts, cranberry, hawthorn, hips, apples, pears and pine trees grown there. As for the animal world, the village is a home for gazelles, wolves, bears, foxes and other animals. It is also possible to catch fish in Gudjalchay, which gives a special beauty to the village. Drive back to Baku Overnight at the Hotel in Baku
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.
This 4-day tour of Baku and Guba was a perfect getaway. I loved the combination of cultural exploration in the city and the tranquil beauty of the Guba region. The Red village and the forests were beautiful, and I really enjoyed tasting the authentic Azerbaijani cuisine. The seamless transport and expert guide made the trip comfortable and enriching.
I had an incredible time exploring Baku and Guba. The tour offered everything I could ask for – from the vibrant shopping centers to the historical sites like Martyrs’ Lane. The peaceful gachrash forest and the traditional carpet weaving experience in Guba made the trip even more special. The hospitality of Azerbaijan and the delicious food made this journey unforgettable.
From the towering flame towers to the lush greenery of guba’s forests, this tour offered the perfect combination of urban and rural beauty. The Red village provided an intriguing glimpse into Azerbaijan's diverse culture, and the shopping was fantastic. the guide was incredibly knowledgeable, and the accommodations were top-notch, making this trip both educational and relaxing.
This 4-day tour through Baku and Guba was a truly memorable experience. The panoramic views of Baku from Highland Park were breathtaking, and I enjoyed shopping at both modern malls and traditional bazaars. Guba’s cultural charm, including the Red Village and the Gachrash Forest, was a highlight, and the local cuisine was absolutely delicious. A perfect mix of history, nature, and modern comfort.