About: Azerbaijan is a unitary semi-presidential republic in Transcaucasia, Western Asia. It's located at the border of Eastern Europe and West Asia, with the Caspian Sea to the east and the Caucasus Mountains running through the north and south. The country is rich in natural resources and has a high level of economic development and literacy.
Price: ₹20,000
As per your scheduled flight time arrive to Baku. Upon arrival at the Airport, the driver will be standing with a placard of your name and private transfer will be provided from the Airport to the Hotel. Baku– the capital and the largest city on the Caspian Sea and in the Caucasus Region. After reaching Hotel we will check-in and have some rest, then today we visit Shirvanshah palace – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was the former residence of the rulers of the Shirvanshahs. Later we explore Baku city, we see Old town - the historical core of Baku and the most ancient part of Baku, which is surrounded by walls which were easily defended, Maiden tower - a UNESCO world heritage site and a symbol of Baku city, Fountain Square - a public square in Baku city and a location where the city authorities hold many public festivals, shows and celebrations, National Flag Square - The flagpole was confirmed as the world's tallest by the Guinness Book of Records, TV Tower – a free standing concrete telecommunications tower and the tallest structure in Azerbaijan and the tallest reinforced concrete building in Caucasus.
Today after breakfast, we visit we Yanar dag – also known as Burning Mountain, which blazes continuously on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula. Further we visit Ateshgah- Ancient Zoroastrian Temple which was visited by Mahatma Gandhi and Tzar Nicholas. We then visit Gala Archaeological and Ethnographic Museum- Well-known open-air historical and ethnographic museum. Scientists have found the evidence showing that the first settlements on the site of Gala village appeared at least 5,000 years ago.
Today after breakfast, we visit Gobustan National Park - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is famous for the ancient carvings, cave paintings and gas-stones. It is also home to remains of inhabited caves, burials and other human settlements from just after the last Ice Age through to the middle Ages. Upon arrival we see Mud volcanoes – Azerbaijan is home to nearly a third of the world's mud volcano's. Later we proceed back to Baku. Upon arrival we take a photo stop at Heydar aliyev centre - one of the signature architectural landmarks of modern Baku and Azerbaijan Further we visit Carpet Museum- the only museum that was dedicated to the art of carpet weaving. The main purpose of the creation of the museum was to store, research, and demonstrate unique examples of the carpet weaving art, Highland Park- well known as ‘’Viewing Square’’, Flame towers – a trio of skyscrapers in Baku, Baku’s long history of fire, worshiping provided the inspiration for the development of this iconic design. In the evening we walk through Nizami Street - one of the best place to roam around the city. Followed by a beautiful boat ride at “Little Venice of Baku”
Today after breakfast, we proceed to Gabala - beautiful part of Azerbaijan with a rich and ancient history. Upon arrival, we visit Diri Baba Mausoleum - one of the most impressive tombs ever built in Azerbaijan. The mausoleum is a wonderful example of Shirvan architectural school. The most unique side of the construction is that somehow, the architect managed to place it on the rocks. It creates an impression that it is hanging in the air, followed by a visit to Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum, at the foot of Gulistan Fortress. Later we take a photo stop at Nohur Lake - one of the most ancient places of Azerbaijan. It is a combination of mountainous landscape and diverse fauna. Further we enjoy a cable car ride to Tufandag Mountain - the third highest mountain in Azerbaijan with the height of 13770 feet.
It’s time now to say goodbye! Private transfer will be provided from the Hotel to the Airport. Thank you for choosing us!
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