Top Azerbaijan Day Trips - page 3

Discover ancient cultures and geological features on this half-day tour from Baku. Join a small group and head to the semi-desert of Azerbaijan, home to the Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape. See more than 6,000 carvings that are over 40,000 years old left by humans of the Upper Paleolithic era. Then, see the unique mud volcanoes that dot the countryside and learn about their creation.

The tour brings together all the most famous sights of Azerbaijan. This is a kind of city tour and a journey through time from the primitive caves of the stone period to the perfection of modern architecture - the Heydar Aliyev Center, which was recognized as the most beautiful building in the world in 2014.

If you want to discover one of the ancient & historical places of Azerbaijan, your choice should be Lahij Village,Shamakhi. The village is small, but very picturesque. The territory is recognized as a cultural reserve and is considered a popular touristic destination of the Great Silk Road. Lahij has preserved its trade and craft center up to now. You can meet there unique hand-made items from copper, adorned with carving in the form of oriental ornaments, knitted and weaved goods, wood and leather ware, souvenir knives and many other.

We offer you opportunity to watch the world-famous Caucasus mountain range from Tufandag that one of the highest peaks of Azerbaijan, to visit the oldest mosque in the Caucasus, to ride a boat in the lake fed by underground waters and to experience other interesting experiences. you will enjoy every minute of this tour Guaranteed :)

What sets this Guba tour apart is its perfect blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and local culture. Here's how: Authentic Nature: Explore serene locations like Macara Lake and Qachrash Forest, where the tranquility and stunning landscapes are perfect for nature lovers. You’ll also experience the unique Nazli Bulaq spring and picturesque Mestderga village. Cultural Insights: Visit the Quba Carpet Weaving Workshop to see traditional Azerbaijani craftsmanship up close, offering a hands-on cultural experience. Off-the-Beaten-Path: Many tours skip hidden gems like Chenlibel Lake and Mestderga, which provide authentic, less touristy experiences.

An unforgettable tour to the northern part of Azerbaijan, where you'll discover breathtaking forests, majestic mountains, and picturesque local villages. This journey promises a rich blend of natural beauty and cultural immersion. As you explore, you'll be captivated by the serene landscapes and the warm hospitality of the villagers. We assure you that this tour will provide the best experience, leaving you with lasting memories of Azerbaijan's northern treasures.

Explore Gobustan National Park, mud volcanos, and Ateshgah (Fire Temple) on a full-day tour from Baku that blends ancient human history with natural wonders. Without a pricey private car and driver, reaching all three sites in a single day would be a daunting challenge; this cost-effective group tour takes care of logistics so you can focus on magnificent rock carvings, eruptions of thick mud, and a fiery religious pilgrimage place.

Get out of the city and explore the nature of Azerbaijan on this private tour. Depart from your Baku hotel in a car with a driver and make your way towards Gabala. Visit Diri Baba Mausoleum and Shamakhi Juma Mosque. Ride in a historic Lada car to the Seven Beauties Waterfall. Head to Nohur Lake and take a boat trip. Take time to explore the city of Gabala and learn about its history from your guide.

This tour presents a focused journey through two of Azerbaijan’s most distinctive geological landmarks. Travelers gain direct access to the Beshbarmag Mountain formation known for its five-peak structure and centuries of cultural significance. The program includes expansive views over the Caspian corridor supported by expert insights into regional ecology and spiritual heritage. The journey continues into the Khizi region featuring the Candy Cane Mountains and their striking iron-rich color bands shaped by natural oxidation processes. These formations deliver exceptional visual contrast and valuable geological interpretation in a compact program. The full experience is designed for travelers seeking a premium, science-backed, visually compelling encounter with Azerbaijan’s northern landscapes.

Get to know Azerbaijani cuisine through an immersive guided tour in Baku downtown. You'll learn about Azerbaijani dishes and influences from Arabic and Mediterranean cultures as you enjoy tastings at select local eateries. Select your preferred departure time when booking.

Explore forested valleys and historic cities on a full-day tour of Shamakhi and Gabala that includes an Azerbaijani lunch served at a local restaurant. From Diri Baba Mausoleum to Ismayilli and beautiful Nohur Lake, you'll see top destinations in the mountains around Baku. Limited public transit and mountain roads mean it can be challenging to cover this much ground on your own; round-trip transport from Baku makes it a breeze.

Join your guide on this full day tour from Baku to the Candy Cane Mountains and Khinalug. You’ll make three stops today, one at Siyazan to see the striped Candy Cane Mountains where you can wander around and explore and take photos, and then to Khinalug village to learn a little bit about the culture of the area.

Escape the bustle of the capital on this full-day gastronomy tour to the Savalan Valley, famous for its local wines. Enjoy four exclusive wine tastings at Savalan ASPI Winery, plus admission to an on-site wine museum. Tours also include a stop in scenic Nohur Lake for a tea and baklava along the way, plus a tasty lunch in a local restaurant.

Explore Shamakhi and Gabala on this guided day trip with hotel transfers from Baku. Choose between a tour that includes entry fees and a traditional lunch, or one where you can purchase lunch and tickets on your own. Start with pickup from your accommodation in Baku and relax in an air-conditioned coach. Enjoy the scenic 2-hour drive to Shamakhi, the capital of the Shirvanshahs for almost 7 centuries. Visit the Juma Mosque, the biggest mosque in the Caucasus, built in the 8th century. Admire its breathtaking mosaic and tile work. Drive another hour to the beautiful Nohur Lake and enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant (depending on option selected). Take free time for a boat or catamaran ride. Next, visit the Summer-Winter Touristic Complex Tufandag, about an hour away. Take the longest cable car ride in the world and enjoy panoramic views of Gabala. Return to Baku by coach with unforgettable memories. The drive back takes around 3-4 hours, depending on traffic.

Spend a day exploring the Shamakhi region of Azerbaijan on this full-day tour from Baku. Join a small group and head to Gabala, known as the “Islamic tourism capital,” to visit the country’s oldest mosque and a suspension bridge. Then, make stops at Lake Nohur and Tufandag Mountain Resort for views of the Caucasus Mountains and enjoy a scenic cable car ride.

Azerbaijan’s top provincial holiday center, Qabala is a string of flashy new hotels and a burgeoning ski resort spread up into the foothills of some glorious forested moun­tains. The group tour starts at 9:00 AM, and the duration is approximately 12 hours.One day before our guide will contact you and get the location of your hotel or any accommodation in Baku. Gabala is 216 km from Baku. One the way to Gabala our first stop will be Shamakhi City which was the ancient capital of Shirvansah's reign. Juma mosque which is considered as the oldest mosque in Azerbaijan will be visited in Shamakhi. After reaching Gabala city guests will taste delicious lunch at the traditional restaurant. You can enjoy nature walking around Nohur Lake, or take boat or catamaran ride. Tufandagh Mountain Resort in most popular and touristic place in Gabala. Guests can get a cable car and go to the top of Tufandagh Mountain. Winter Season Resort became a skiing resort as well

Chance to take some unique pictures in the middle of nature. The highest village in the whole Azerbaijan. Khinalug (Khinaliq, Xinaliq) is the highest, most remote and isolated village in Azerbaijan and among the highest in the Caucasus (elevation of 2,335 m) and amongst the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world. It is considered as one of country’s premiere destination with beautiful landscape and interesting village. Khinalug ceased to be isolated from the world, although still remaining a unique place. In the year 2008, Khinalug village was declared a state historical-architectural and ethnographic reserve of Azerbaijan by UNESCO.

Travel into the Azerbaijan mountains from Baku on a full-day tour that explores Shamakhi and Qabala. Without your own transport reaching the two remote destinations from Baku would be a challenge, but pre-booking a cost-effective group adventure takes the hassle out of the journey; less time spent on logistics buys you more time to discover Azerbaijani food, walk by a mountain lake, and check out alpine scenery.

Visit Quba and the remote mountain village of Khinalig on this group tour from Baku. Introducing you to the surreal landscapes of the Khizi region in northeastern Azerbaijan, the tour starts with a drive through the mountains past the city of Sumgait on your way to Quba city. Refuel with a traditional lunch in the forests, then head high into the hills to visit mysterious Khinalig, which is said to be the highest inhabited village in the Caucasus region.

We take pride in offering tours that prioritize your safety and provide the highest quality experience. Our tours are designed to ensure that you can explore and enjoy your destination without any worries. Join us for an unforgettable journey, where your well-being and satisfaction are our top priorities. Take a guided tour to witness the grandeur of the mountains of Azerbaijan's famous Caucasus region. Enjoy a pick-up from your hotel and a sightseeing tour of the tourist centers. You will feel yourself in the world of fairy tales in the white,red pink Candy mountain. Keep medicinal and volcanic minerals as souvenirs. Relish the distant beauty of a BeshBarmaq mountain during a quick snack and photo break, creating lasting memories of your journey Have lunch in the charming nature of Guba and continue your journey at the recreation center in Shahdag mountains. Enjoy cable car, roller coaster, zip line, horse riding, parachute, motorcycle and dozens more fun

Discover Absheron Peninsula & Gobustan with our professional guide & driver. Gobustan Rock Arts designed for visitors interested in the Stone Age period as well as the ancient history of this region. Walk around the castle-like temple, which has served as a place of worship for multiple religions. Learn about its history, dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. On the way back to Baku a short stopover at Bibi Heybat Mosque.

This tour is the best choice for those who want to see authentic Azerbaijan, to feel the spirit of East, to see the locals.

In this tour you visit Azerbaijan’s highest mountain village, Khinalug (2360m altitude), which is also most ancient and continuously inhabited places in the World as well as Red Town in Quba which is one of the last strongholds of Mountain Jews in Caucasus.

The astonishing colours are said to be due to groundwater that’s altered the oxidation state of iron compounds within the rock.