Azerbaijan Highlights – 6 Nights & 7 Days (5N Baku | 1N Gabala)

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Azerbaijan Highlights – 6 Nights & 7 Days (5N Baku | 1N Gabala)

Baku's futuristic Flame Towers, ancient petroglyphs, burning fires & Caucasus mountain resorts.

Duration6 Nights / 7 Days
Best TimeApril to October & Winter for Shahdag Skiing
Starts FromHeydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD), Baku
Group SizeMin 2 travellers
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The destination

The journey, thoughtfully composed

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Azerbaijan, the enchanting Land of Fire. Spend 5 nights in Baku exploring the UNESCO-listed Icherisheher Old City, Zaha Hadid's Heydar Aliyev Center, the eternal fires of Ateshgah and Yanardag, and the prehistoric petroglyphs of Gobustan. Head into the Greater Caucasus Mountains for an overnight in Gabala with the Tufandag cable car and Nohur Lake, followed by a full-day adventure at Shahdag Mountain Resort.

Baku's Caspian waterfront and Flame Towers
Baku's Caspian waterfront and Flame Towers
01Evening Panoramic City Tour: Highland Park, Flame Towers & Caspian Sea
02Full-Day Baku City Tour: UNESCO Icherisheher, Maiden Tower & Heydar Aliyev Center
03Scenic mountain getaway to Gabala surrounded by the Greater Caucasus
04Tufandag Mountain Resort with 2-line Cable Car ride & peaceful Nohur Lake
05Full-Day Gobustan National Park: Prehistoric petroglyphs & rock art
06Land of Fire Tour: Ateshgah Fire Temple & Yanardag Burning Mountain
07Full-Day Shahdag Mountain Resort excursion with 1-line Cable Car ride
08Shopping at premier venues: Deniz Mall on the Caspian & Ganjlik Mall
09Private air-conditioned vehicle transfers throughout with English-speaking guide
Day by day

Your proposed itinerary

7 days
Day01

Arrival in Baku & Panoramic City Tour

Welcome to Azerbaijan! Upon arrival at Heydar Aliyev International Airport, meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel. After check-in and time to relax, assemble in the evening for a panoramic city tour. Visit Highland Park (Alley of Martyrs), offering breathtaking views of Baku's skyline and the Caspian Sea. Continue past the National Assembly (Milli Majlis) and admire the magnificent Flame Towers, the city's most iconic illuminated landmarks. Overnight stay in Baku. Travel note: Your final pickup time will be matched to the confirmed flight or train schedule. Keep photo ID, tickets and essential medicines in your hand luggage, and allow for the standard hotel check-out time.

Meals / —Stay / Baku (3* Diamond Hotel Baku or similar)
Baku's Caspian waterfront and Flame Towers
Day02

Discover Historic & Modern Baku

After breakfast, begin your exploration of Icherisheher (Old City), the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic heart of Baku. Wander through its ancient stone alleys while visiting landmarks such as the Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs. Later, enjoy a photo stop at the stunning Heydar Aliyev Center, an architectural masterpiece designed by Zaha Hadid. Continue with a relaxing walk along Baku Boulevard stretching along the Caspian Sea waterfront. Overnight stay in Baku. Travel note: Expect a moderately paced day with periods of walking and standing. The local guide may reorder visits around opening hours, traffic and crowd levels while retaining the listed sightseeing.

Meals / BreakfastStay / Baku
Day03

Gabala Tour

After breakfast, depart for the scenic mountain town of Gabala in northwestern Azerbaijan. Surrounded by the majestic Greater Caucasus Mountains, visit the Tufandag Mountain Resort and enjoy an exhilarating 2-line cable car ride offering spectacular alpine views. Later, visit the tranquil Nohur Lake, a picturesque alpine lake surrounded by dense forests, perfect for photography and relaxation. Overnight stay in Gabala. Travel note: This is a weather-sensitive mountain day. Carry original photo ID, a warm layer, water and any prescribed medication; permits, road access and the order of stops may change at short notice.

Meals / BreakfastStay / Gabala (5* Gabala Garden Hotel or similar)
Shahdag Mountain Resort alpine scenery
Day04

Gobustan & Deniz Mall

Enjoy breakfast before departing for Gobustan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for ancient rock carvings dating back tens of thousands of years. Explore fascinating prehistoric petroglyphs depicting hunting scenes, wildlife, and early human life, alongside the interactive museum. Later, return towards Baku to visit the modern Deniz Mall overlooking the Caspian Sea for shopping, dining, and leisure. Overnight stay in Baku. Travel note: Safari zone, vehicle and entry time are assigned by the forest authority and cannot be guaranteed in advance. Carry original photo ID, avoid bright clothing and follow the naturalist's safety instructions.

Meals / BreakfastStay / Baku
Day05

Flames Tour

After breakfast, visit the historic Ateshgah Fire Temple in Surakhani, an ancient place of worship for Zoroastrians and Hindu pilgrims with eternal flames fed by natural gas vents. Continue to Yanardag (Burning Mountain), where natural gas flames have burned continuously on the hillside for centuries, showcasing the origin of Azerbaijan's title as the 'Land of Fire'. Later, enjoy leisure and shopping at Ganjlik Mall. Overnight stay in Baku. Travel note: This is a weather-sensitive mountain day. Carry original photo ID, a warm layer, water and any prescribed medication; permits, road access and the order of stops may change at short notice.

Meals / BreakfastStay / Baku
Day06

Shahdag Mountain Resort Tour

After breakfast, travel to the spectacular Shahdag Mountain Resort, nestled high in the Greater Caucasus Mountains. As Azerbaijan's premier mountain resort, Shahdag offers dramatic alpine scenery and an included 1-line cable car ride, with a wide range of seasonal activities such as the alpine coaster, zipline, quad biking, and winter snow sports (activities at own expense). Return to Baku in the evening. Overnight stay in Baku. Travel note: This is a weather-sensitive mountain day. Carry original photo ID, a warm layer, water and any prescribed medication; permits, road access and the order of stops may change at short notice.

Meals / BreakfastStay / Baku
A quiet moment
Day07

Departure from Baku

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Heydar Aliyev International Airport for your onward flight. Depart Azerbaijan with unforgettable memories of its ancient heritage, modern architecture, scenic mountain landscapes, and unique natural wonders. Safe travels! Travel note: Your final pickup time will be matched to the confirmed flight or train schedule. Keep photo ID, tickets and essential medicines in your hand luggage, and allow for the standard hotel check-out time.

Meals / BreakfastStay / —
The details

Everything, clearly arranged

Stay details

Arrangements planned for this journey

  • 05 Nights' accommodation in Baku (3* Diamond Hotel or similar) & 1 Night in Gabala (5* Gabala Garden Hotel or similar)
  • Daily buffet breakfast at hotels
  • Planned overnight route: Baku (3* Diamond Hotel Baku or similar) · Baku · Gabala (5* Gabala Garden Hotel or similar).
  • Exact hotel names, room category and check-in details are confirmed on the final voucher.

Included in your journey

  • 05 Nights' accommodation in Baku (3* Diamond Hotel or similar) & 1 Night in Gabala (5* Gabala Garden Hotel or similar)
  • Daily buffet breakfast at hotels
  • Sightseeing across Baku, Absheron, Gobustan, Gabala, and Shahdag
  • Entrance fees included: Flame Temple (Ateshgah), Burning Mountain (Yanardag), Gobustan Museum, Gabala Cable Car (2 lines), Shahdag Cable Car (1 line)
  • 2 bottles of mineral water per person per day
  • All transfers including airport arrival & departure transfers
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle for all sightseeing and point-to-point transfers
  • English-speaking driver/guide throughout the itinerary
  • All applicable parking fees, road tolls, and fuel charges
  • All applicable local government taxes

Not included

  • 5% GST & 2% TCS
  • International & Domestic airfares
  • Azerbaijan Visa fees & Comprehensive Travel Insurance
  • Lunches, dinners, and beverages unless specifically mentioned
  • Optional adventure sports and activities at Shahdag Mountain Resort (coaster, zipline, ski equipment, etc.)
  • Additional cable car lines or activities not mentioned in inclusions
  • Early check-in and late check-out fees
  • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone calls, minibar, camera/video fees)
  • Tips and gratuities for drivers and guides
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Stories from the road

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“Second trip with Bandhan and expectations fulfilled 100%! Fantastic 24-hr support from Ms. Kalyani & Ms. Pooja for our safety and smooth tour.”

Madhura Deshpande

Kashmir Highlights Package · Apr, 2025

Good to know

Before you travel

Per Person Cost on Double/Twin sharing basis is ₹51,999/- + 5% GST + 2% TCS (based on a minimum of 2 passengers). Accommodation includes 5 nights at the 3-star Diamond Hotel Baku (or similar) and 1 night at the 5-star Gabala Garden Hotel (or similar).

The package includes entrance fees for Ateshgah Fire Temple, Yanardag Burning Mountain, Gobustan Museum & Petroglyphs, Tufandag Gabala Cable Car (2 lines), and Shahdag Mountain Resort Cable Car (1 line).

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required at booking, with balance payable 30 days prior to departure (D-30). ROE is XE.com + 2. Cancellations up to 45 days prior incur INR 40,000 per person; under 30 days incurs 100% cancellation charges.

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