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Discover the wonders of Azerbaijan on this 5-day adventure through Baku and its surrounding regions. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty, from the modern marvels of Baku’s architecture to the ancient fire temples and stunning natural landscapes.
Discover the wonders of Azerbaijan on this 5-day adventure through Baku and its surrounding regions. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty, from the modern marvels of Baku’s architecture to the ancient fire temples and stunning natural landscapes. Experience the rich heritage, vibrant city life, and breathtaking natural attractions that make Azerbaijan a unique travel destination.
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Destination
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Departure
Jinnah International Airport, Karachi -
Departure Time
September 27, 2024 10:00 PM -
Return Time
October 1, 2024 10:00 PM -
Dress Code
Warm Clothing (for Cooler Evenings), Comfortable Attire (Suitable for Walking) -
Included
4 Star Hotel AccommodationAirport TransfersBreakfastDaily TransportationDestination VisaLunch & Dinner (Daily)Personal GuideReturn AirticketWater Bottles (2 Bottles Per Day) -
Not Included
5 Star AccommodationCable Car RideDeparture TaxesEntry FeesSightseeing Tours
Tour Plan
- Arrival at Airport.
- Transfer from the Airport to the Hotel.
- Accommodation in Hotel. Free time.
- Overnight in Baku.
- Breakfast in Hotel
- Visit Highland Park-Alley of Martyrs, The National Assembly- also transliterated as Milli Majlis, Flame Towers- the tallest skyscraper in Baku. Continuing with National Flag Square is a large city square in Baku, Azerbaijan. A flag measuring 70 by 35 meters flies on a pole 162 m high. The flagpole was confirmed as the world's tallest by the Guinness Book of Records, but was soon overtaken by the 165 m Dushanbe Flagpole in Tajikistan Both flagpoles were built by the same American-affiliated company, Trident Support. National Flag Square covers 60 hectares overall. We were walking through Baku Boulevard which stretches along a south-facing bay on the Caspian Sea. It traditionally starts at Freedom Square continuing west to the Old City and beyond. Since 2012, the Yeni Bulvar (New Boulevard) has virtually doubled the length to 3.75 km.
- Our tour starts with Old City or Inner City is the historical core of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The Old City is the most ancient part of Baku, surrounded by well-protected walls. In 2007, the Old City had a population of about 3000 people. In December 2000, the Old City of Baku, including the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and Maiden Tower, became the first location in Azerbaijan to be classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
- After, the group will experience the street of Nizami Street known for shopping
- Back to the hotel. Overnight
- Breakfast in Hotel
- Assembly at the hotel lobby. The tour starts with Ateshgah (Fire Worshippers Temple) Based on Persian and Indian inscriptions, the temple was used as a Hindu and Zoroastrian place of worship. "Atash» is the Persian word for fire.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ateshgah_of_Baku - cite_note-iranicaonline.org-3 The pentagonal complex, which has a courtyard surrounded by cells for monks and a tetra pillar-altar in the middle, was built during the 17th and 18th centuries. It was abandoned in the late 19th century, probably due to the dwindling of the Indian population in the area. The natural "eternal flame" went out in 1969, after nearly a century of exploitation of petroleum and gas in the area, but is now lit by gas piped from the nearby city
- Trip to "Fire Mountain "-"Yanardag" a mountain on the Absheron peninsula, 25 km from north of Baku. The word "Yanardag" means "Blazing mountain". Blazing bodies of flame dance on stones and floor. Yanar Dag is a natural gas fire that blazes continuously on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula on the Caspian Sea near Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, which itself is known as the "land of fire."
- The tour continues with a visit to the charming example of modern architecture - The Heydar Aliyev Center - a 57,500 m2 building complex in Baku, Azerbaijan designed by Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid and noted for its distinctive architecture and flowing, curved style that eschews sharp angles. The center is named after Heydar Aliyev, the first secretary of Soviet Azerbaijan from 1969 to 1982, and president of the Azerbaijan Republic from October 1993 to October 2003. (Photoshoot outside)
- Drop off in Genclik Mall: - located 10 minutes distance from the city center by taxi. Genclik Mall is the biggest Mall in Baku and contains over 80 stores, big bowling halls, the biggest movie halls, a 3D cinema, a Playground for children, a Bravo supermarket, VIP restaurants, food courts
- Back to the Hotel. Free time
- Breakfast in Hotel
- Proceed to Departure to Gabala in the north-west of Azerbaijan The distance up to Baku is 225 km (3 hours)
- Tour In Gabala
- Excursion in: Tufandaq” Winter-Summer Tourism Complex offers cable car rides at any time of the year, skiing on the ski tracks of different difficulty levels, ski training and ski school, catering service (cafe and restaurants), entertainment centers for kids, hotel and other services. (CABLE CAR 2 LINES INCLUDED)
- Nohur Lake -It is located in Qabala, another region of Azerbaijan that one passes when traveling to Sheki. Lake is not on the way but if you go a bit deeper towards the mountains this beautiful view opens up in front of you.
- Yeddi Gozel waterfall- After reaching the Vandam settlement, you have to go four kilometers. This is because the "Yeddi Gozel" waterfall is located at the foot of the mountain, in a mountainous area with a dense forest. Thousands of tourists come to see the waterfall every year.
- Back to Baku. Overnight in Baku
TOUR LOCATION
Discover the wonders of Azerbaijan on this 5-day adventure through Baku and its surrounding regions. From the modern marvels of Baku’s architecture to the ancient fire temples and stunning natural landscapes, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty.
- Baku City Tour: Explore Baku’s rich history and modern landmarks, including Highland Park, Flame Towers, National Flag Square, and the historic Old City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Absheron Peninsula Tour: Visit the ancient Ateshgah Fire Temple and witness the natural phenomenon of Yanardag, where flames blaze continuously on the mountainside.
- Gabala Tour: Experience the beauty of Gabala with a cable car ride at Tufandaq Tourism Complex, a visit to the serene Nohur Lake, and the picturesque Yeddi Gozel Waterfall.