Day-wise Itinerary: Azerbaijan Highlights Package (5N / 6D)
Uncover the cultural riches and geographical wonders of the Land of Fire with our signature Azerbaijan Highlights Package. This itinerary guides you from the modern streets and historic walled core of Baku to the ancient rock carvings of Gobustan, before taking you into the pristine mountain landscapes of Gabala.
Day 1: Arrival
Upon arrival at Heydar Aliyev International Airport in Baku, our driver will greet you at the arrival terminal and provide a comfortable private transfer to your city hotel. Complete the check-in registration and spend the rest of your day relaxing or independently exploring the nearby modern boulevards.
Sightseeing Included:
- Airport Pickup & Hotel Transfer
- Leisure Time for Self-Exploration
Meal Plan: None (Meals on own arrangement)
Stay: Overnight Stay in Baku
Day 2: Baku City Tour
Enjoy breakfast and begin a comprehensive tour of Baku. Walk through the UNESCO-listed Old Town (Icherisheher), viewing the historical Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs. Later, experience modern architectural icons including Highland Park for panoramic bay views, the futuristic Flame Towers, and the flowing curves of the Heydar Aliyev Center.
Sightseeing Included:
- Icherisheher (Old Town), Maiden Tower & Shirvanshahs Palace
- Highland Park, Flame Towers & Heydar Aliyev Center Photo Stop
Meal Plan: Breakfast Only
Stay: Overnight Stay in Baku
Day 3: Gobustan & Mud Volcanoes
After breakfast, travel south to the Gobustan National Reservation. Explore the open-air archaeological museum housing thousands of ancient rock engravings and petroglyphs. Following the museum tour, board a local 4×4 transport vehicle to traverse the terrain and witness Azerbaijan’s active bubbling mud volcanoes firsthand.
Sightseeing Included:
- Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape & Museum
- Excursion to the Active Mud Volcanoes via 4×4 Vehicle
Meal Plan: Breakfast Only
Stay: Overnight Stay in Baku
Day 4: Gabala Excursion
Following breakfast, check out from your Baku hotel and enjoy a scenic drive through regional landscapes to Gabala, the ancient capital of Caucasian Albania. Visit the serene Nohur Lake, surrounded by forested mountains, and ride the cable car at Tufandag Mountain Resort for expansive views of the Caucasus range before checking into your Gabala hotel.
Sightseeing Included:
- Scenic Drive to Gabala & Visit to Nohur Lake
- Tufandag Mountain Resort Cable Car Ride
Meal Plan: Breakfast Only
Stay: Overnight Stay in Gabala
Day 5: Leisure & Shopping in Baku
After breakfast, check out from Gabala and drive back to Baku. Upon arrival and re-checking into your hotel, dedicate your afternoon to leisure and shopping. Walk along Nizami Street’s retail architecture, visit the local Genclik Mall, or explore the traditional scents and souvenirs at the local bazaars.
Sightseeing Included:
- Return Overland Transfer from Gabala to Baku
- Shopping at Nizami Street & Modern City Malls
Meal Plan: Breakfast Only
Stay: Overnight Stay in Baku
Day 6: Departure
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel followed by hotel check-out. Depending on your flight time, you can manage last-minute local walking tours or gift shopping. Meet our vehicle at the designated lobby time for your private drop-off transfer to Heydar Aliyev International Airport for your departure flight.
Sightseeing Included:
- Hotel Check-out & Private Airport Transfer
Meal Plan: Breakfast Only
Departure