Wild & Wonderful Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan is a beautiful country where history, nature, and modern life come together. The capital city Baku offers a mix of contemporary architecture and the calm charm of Old City (Icherisheher). Outside the city, places like Shamakhi and Gabala are known for their peaceful mountains, waterfalls, cable car rides, and natural beauty, including Nohur Lake.
The country is also famous for its unique natural wonders such as Gobustan National Park, ancient rock carvings, and rare mud volcanoes. Azerbaijan’s fire heritage can be seen at the Fire Temple (Ateshgah) and Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain), where natural flames burn continuously.
Overall, Azerbaijan offers a calm, cultural, and memorable travel experience, perfect for travelers looking for simplicity and elegance.

Highlights
  • Experience the perfect blend of modern
    Baku and ancient history with iconic
    landmarks and cultural sites.
  • Enjoy scenic mountain landscapes in
    Gabala, thrilling cable car rides at
    Tufandag, and unique experiences like
    alpaca farms and mud volcanoes.
  • Explore Azerbaijan’s fire heritage, vibrant
    city streets, peaceful lakes, waterfalls, and
    end the journey with great shopping and
    leisure time.

Itinerary

  • Land in Baku and get a smooth meet-and-greet at the airport.
  • Transfer to your hotel, check in, and take the rest of the day to chill, recharge, and let the Azerbaijan vibes sink in.
  • Overnight in Baku.

  • After breakfast, it’s time to explore the capital.
  • Start at Highland Park for unreal panoramic views, then roll past the iconic Flame Towers lighting up the skyline.
  • Cruise along Baku Boulevard, wander through Little Venice, and stop for an outside look at the Carpet Museum.
  • Wrap up the day with a walking tour on buzzing Nizami Street and an outside visit to the ultra-modern Heydar Aliyev Center.
  • Overnight in Baku.

  • Post-breakfast, hit the road toward Shamakhi.
  • Take a fun break at the Shamakhi Alpaca Farm before continuing onward to Gabala, where mountains and fresh air take over.
  • Check in to your hotel and unwind after the drive.
  • Overnight in Gabala.

  • Wake up in Gabala and head out after breakfast.
  • Visit the calm and scenic Nohur Lake, then continue to the 7 Gozel Waterfall (weather permitting).
  • The highlight of the day is the Tufandag Cable Car ride with two lines included, followed by free time at Tufandag Resort to soak in epic mountain views.
  • Overnight in Gabala.

  • After breakfast, journey back to Baku.
  • Dive into Azerbaijan’s past at the Gobustan National Museum, then hop into a taxi to see the surreal Mud Volcanoes — one of the country’s most unique natural wonders.
  • Head back to your hotel and relax.
  • Overnight in Baku.

  • Start the day with breakfast and head out to explore the Absheron Peninsula.
  • Visit the Ateshgah Fire Temple, followed by Yanardag Fire Mountain, where flames rise straight from the ground.
  • Later, switch gears with shopping time at Ganjlik Mall or Deniz Mall.
  • Overnight in Baku.

  • After breakfast, check out and transfer to Baku Airport for departure, taking back memories packed with culture, landscapes, and adventure.

ACCOMMODATION

Handpicked hotels blending comfort with
Azerbaijan’s charm:

  • Baku – Wyndham Baku Hotel / Grand
  • Midway Hotel Nizami Street – 4 Nights
  • Gabala – Lakeside Hotel – 2 Nights
    or similar properties

TRANSPORTATION

  • Airport transfers (One group Pick up and
    one group drop off)
  • All sightseeing and tours conducted in a
    Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
  • Taxi for Gobustan Mud Volcano

MEALS

8 Meals Included:

  • 6 Breakfasts
  • 2 Dinner
  • 1 bottle water per day

ACTIVITIES & OTHERS

Included Attractions & Entry Tickets:

  • Explore ancient history at Gobustan
    National Museum
  • Visit the iconic Ateshgah Fire Temple
  • Witness the natural flames of Yanardag Fire
    Mountain
  • Enjoy panoramic views on the Gabala
    Cable Car (2 lines)
  • Experience the unique Shamakhi Alpaca
    Farm

GUIDE SERVICES & SUPPORT

  • Professional English-speaking guide for 7
    days

FLIGHTS

  • Round trip flights.

VISA & INSURANCE

  • Visa and personal travel insurance are not
    part of the package.
    (Azerbaijan Visa – $30 per person)

TRANSPORT

  • Any transportation needed during the free
    time, or any private transfers.

EXTRA MEALS

  • Meals not listed in the itinerary are excluded.

PERSONAL EXPENSES

  • Like shopping, alcohol, tips or anything
    not mentioned. Single Room requests or
    special event rates would be charged
    extra.

ACTIVITIES & OTHERS

  • Optional activities or experiences not
    mentioned in the itinerary

A tour manager who loves to make your travel journey worth your time and money! Friendly groups specially for the solo travellers.. had a fun time and loved the enthusiastic travel leader. She took some time out of the itenary to make sure that I don’t miss out on the local delicacy that I soo wanted to have.. a trip to remember and many more to come with TakingYouPlaces ♥️

Shailly Srivastava

I’ve traveled many times over the years, and have never experienced such thorough planning, attention to detail, and excellent communication before, during, and after my trip. Excellent job done by group leader who holds immense experience in the industry. I am extremely satisfied and I will definitely get in touch with TakingYouPlaces for all my travel needs in the future.

Anchal Bhatia

Loved the trip organised by TakingYouPlaces! I wanted to travel and enjoy the calmness and comfort of the nature and as per my requirements the travel leader suggested and planned a superb getaway. Very well organised trip by our travel guide.. She knows how to strike a balance between the group.. wishing her all the best for her future trip with TakingYouPlaces.

Praharsh