Amazing Azerbaijan
8 Days
Day 1 - BAKU Arrival
Azerbaijan, one of the
worlds' most beautiful cities. Located at the joint of Europe and Asia, the
capital’s name itself is interpreted as “city of winds” Proceed to check into
hotel. After rest, proceed for some local sightseeing – Highland Park, Seaside Park
(Baku Boulevard) a promenade that runs parallel to the seafront. Enjoy a
panoramic view of the city, Baku Bay and Seaside National Park. Overnight at
hotel, Baku ( D)
Day 2- BAKU
Today proceed for Absheron
Peninsular Excursion and visit Ateshgah and Yanardagh. Ateshgah is the fire
worshipper’s temple located in Surakhany settlement. The temple is one of the
many indicators about existence of Zoroastrianism in ancient Azerbaijan;
Yanardagh is the 'burning mountain' near the Digah settlement. Later in the
afternoon, excursion continues with visit to old Baku city - Icheri Sheher,
starting at the entrance to the Twin Castle Gates (Gosha Gala) and continuing
through narrow streets. Old City encircles a number of historic-architectural
monuments like Maiden Tower, Shirvanshah’s Palace, etc. Overnight at hotel in
Baku. (B,D)
Day 3 – GABALA-BAKU
Check out of the hotel
after breakfast and proceed to Gabala, the ancient capital of Caucasian
Albania; which was located in the middle of the 2500-year-old Silk road. Visit
Shamakhi en route with an excursion to Seven Tombs - the first residence of
Shirvanshahs State and Maraza Diri Baba (living grandfather) Mausoleum; in
Shamakhi visit the Grand Mosque. Also visit Lahij village(weather permitting),
one of the most ancient human settlements in Azerbaijan and an important centre
of craftsmen in the medieval period.
Overnight at hotel in Gabala. (B,D)
Day 4 – GABALA-BAKU
Today after breakfast
enjoy a leisurely morning visiting the Qafaz Tufandag Mountain Resort, a
summer-winter complex and ride the cableway(optional) through the breathtaking
Caucasus Mountain. Later, proceed to Baku. Overnight at hotel in Baku.
(B,D). DayOvernight at hotel in Gabala. (B,D)
Day 5 –BAKU – QUBA
Check out of the hotel
after breakfast and proceed to Quba Qusar Region, to enjoy the largest national
park- Qusar hahdag Mountain resort. . Visit the Tangaalty Canyon, Afurja
Waterfall, picturesque Chenlibel Lake. Visit Khinaliq an ancient Caucasian
village(Optional /Weather permitting) going back to the Caucasian Albanian
period. It is located high up in the mountains of Quba . Khinaliq is among the
oldest continuously inhabited places in the world. Later overnight at hotel in
Quba. (B,D)
Day 6 –BAKU – QUBA
CToday proceed for local
Quba sightseeing- Friday Mosque, Ardabil Mosque , Old Hamman (baths), Red Town
– home to the community of mountain Jews; before proceeding back to Baku.
Overnight at Baku hotel ( B,D)
Day 7 –BAKU-GOBUSTAN-BAKU
After breakfast proceed to
visit the Mud Volcanoes –A UNESCO heritage.They are also called “sedimentary
volcanoes’.Visit Gobustan-the open-air museum showcasing Neolithic cave
paintings. Later visit Ali Haider Centre and Mini Azerbaijan museum.
Photo opportunity at the architectural marvel which has become a signature
landmark of modern Baku due to its innovative and cutting-edge design. Enjoy
dinner at a traditional restaurant. Overnight at hotel, Baku. (B,D)
Day 8 –BAKU Departure
Morning free for shopping
till departure to airport for flight home with happy memories. (B,)
Please Note:
Azerbaijan Travel Package itinerary could
be subject to change.
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