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Discover the heart of Baku on a 2-hour group walking tour through the UNESCO-listed Old City (Icherisheher). Join a professional local guide and explore centuries-old landmarks, hidden streets, and fascinating stories behind Azerbaijan’s most iconic historical sites. During the tour, you will see famous attractions such as the Maiden Tower, the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, traditional caravanserais, mosques, and charming local spots. You’ll also see unique architecture, historical baths, and vibrant cultural corners that make the Old City unforgettable. This group experience is perfect for travelers who want an informative, engaging, and affordable way to explore Baku’s rich heritage while meeting other visitors.

Guns, snakes, samovar, tea glasses, fruits, cows, deer – what do these have in common? And Sergei Parajanov? Sofi Hamid Shrine and Cemetery is a place riddling visitors with its unusual symbols and rich saturated colors. If you ask locals, very few will know about its existence. Sofi Hamid tells about the history of Azerbaijan, its culture and shared beliefs of locals much more than any other historical monument of the country. No wonder that Parajanov chose this spot for Ashik Kerib, Parajanov's last film, for colorful pictures of camels, fruits and flowers and other scenes. Get ready for unique impressions and haunting memories! Top reasons to visit: - unique spot to discover colorful artwork of locals based on their beliefs - explore how regimes and lives of people have changed throughout the centuries and decades - meditative trip around wind-swept plains away from hustle & bustle of the city - a must-see for people interested in mysticism, Sufism and art in Soviet era

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.

Discover Baku's core with our unique, private city tour. Your very personal guide will be there to lead the way. We'll take you to well-known locations, undiscovered treasures, and intriguing areas. Your interests and desires are the main focus of this journey. It will not be necessary for you to worry about how to travel to your hotel because we will pick you up there first. Your personal guide will provide you insider knowledge on where to go and what to see in the city and assist you in creating the ideal schedule of Baku's attractions. See the key sights and ask to be stopped so you may take pictures, buy something to remember, or just meander around your favorite areas.

An opportunity to see up to 20.000 years old unique rock carvings, mud volcanos full of minerals from depths of earth, Zoroastrian temple that built 17-18 centuries and eternal fire never extinguish flaming over 10.000 years,also will have a chance take picture and have information about Haydar Aliyev center which one of the main modern design bulding in the World.

Embark on a fascinating journey through the rich history of Azerbaijan with our incredible tour that takes you to the breathtaking Qobustan, home to the mesmerizing museum of rock engravings. Explore the ancient wonders of this majestic land as you wander through the mystical mud volcanoes and witness the fiery spectacle of the Fire Mountain. Immerse yourself in the spiritual world of the Zoroastrian fire temple and discover the vibrant culture of Azerbaijan like never before. This tour is a truly unique and unforgettable experience that will leave you in awe of the beauty and wonders of this incredible land. Join us on this journey of discovery and let the history and magic of Azerbaijan captivate your soul.

Discover the best of Baku on this immersive half-day Azerbaijani cooking class and tour, starting with an exploration of the UNESCO-listed Old City, including landmarks like the Maiden Tower and Palace of the Shirvanshahs. Enjoy a hands-on Azerbaijani cooking class in a traditional restaurant, preparing and savoring dishes like dolma, qutab, and ayran. Conclude with a samovar tea ritual, complete with local sweets and jams

During this tour you can enjoy nature and only the nature of these edges, no one will rush you, will not invite you to different stores to buy products you do not want (only if you want) You will have enough time to walk, take photos and videos at all points specified in the program of the tour.

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.

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

Explore Gobustan National Park, one of the most popular sites in the Asian country of Azerbaijan, on this guided day trip from Baku. The park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, draws thousands of visitors each year. Explore the Petroglyph museum, plus an array of ancient carvings, relics, mud volcanoes, and more.

Meet your guide at the Icherisheher Metro Station in Baku and begin your walking adventure. See the dancing lights of the Flame Towers, and as you stroll through the parks, the Fountains Square, and the Seaside Boulevard, admire the creative illumination of every tree and stone. Venture to Constellation spring, stroll thorugh Gubernator Park, and admire Rococo and Renaissance architecture of the Baku State Philharmonic Hall while it is lit for the night. View the imposing Executive Office of the President. Climb up to Highland Park on board a fun funicular train. Enjoy views of the landscaped terraces of which overlook the Bay of Baku and soak up nighttime views of the sweeping cityscape. Pay your respects at the Alley of Martyrs memorial and soak up the lively atmosphere on Baku boulevard. Take in the Museum of Carpet which is shaped like a rolled-up carpet. Pass by the waterway in the Little Venice neighborhood.

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.

Visit four of the area’s most famous sites on this private Gobustan and Absheron tour from Baku. You can go at your own pace, since this tour is just for you and your private party. You’ll visit Gobustan Rock Art, the Azerbaijan mud volcanoes, Ateshgah Fire Temple, and the burning mountain Yanar Dag. Enjoy round-trip private transportation and hotel pickup for convenience.

This is ideal local culinary-experience for food enthusiasts who like to have an overview of Azerbaijani cuisine over a guided walking tour. We taste representative dishes, wine&tea at local restaurant, wine bar, street food vendor and tea house with a focus on the main highlights of local food lifestyle in Baku with an expert-guide.

Get to know more about Azerbaijan’s history, culture, and geology on this full-day excursion. Join your private guide and venture just outside of Baku to Gobustan Rock Art Museum, to see engravings from 40,000 years ago, and the mud volcanoes. Then, visit the Ateshgah Fire Temple, which was once used as a Hindu and Zoroastrian temple, and the fiery blazes of Yanar Dag before heading back to Baku.

Feel free to contact us directly for customization.This experience is ideal for travelers who prefer comfort, flexibility, and authentic local insight rather than crowded group tours.

If you are visiting Azerbaijan for a short time, then this excursion is just for you. You will get information about the ancient people who lived in this territory, the world's first mono-ethnic religion Zoroastrianism, and find the answer to the question why Azerbaijan was called the land of fire. You will explore Gobustan museum, ancient petroglyphs and mud volcanoes in a tour with a local guide. Gobustan National Park is one of Azerbaijan’s most popular sights attracting thousands of tourists annually. It is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list. During the tour you will be guided by a local and professional tour guide. You will learn about the history of ancient humans and petroglyphs found in this area and also get useful information to make your stay in Baku much more interesting and full of memorable activities.

Old City is the heart of Baku. It is exactly the place that full of history and culture of Azerbaijan. If you wish to feel like in 15-16 - th century and to be informed about ancient history of Azerbaijan so you should purchase Old City tour.

Baku city tour that covers the top attractions in the city of Wind. You will see famous squares and monuments from the comfort of your air-conditioned vehicle with commentary of a professional local guide. At Highland Park, your sightseeing tour across the Baku will start. Take a fresh breeze of the Caspian Sea and take incredible panoramic views of illuminated Baku and admire the miraculous architectural mix of east and west contrasts.Next,the Carpet Museum “ City of Flying carpets” (the first of its kind in the world), where you can see examples of Azerbaijan’s seven schools of weaving. You will proceed to the National Flag Square, and then ,along the Baku Boulevard you will see Little Venice, the Government house,Baku Ferris Wheel ,also known as Baku Eye you can enjoy panoramic views of Baku Flame Towers. The final destination will be Heydar Aliyev Center-one of the most beautiful building in the world, designed by English Iragi architect Zaha Hadid.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Baku for a few hours as you embark on a half-day tour of two of Azerbaijan’s most popular attractions. Your first stop is the Gobustan Rock Art Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which features petroglyphs that date back to 40,000 years ago. Then, climb aboard to see dozens of bubbling mud volcanoes before heading back to Baku.

See the Azerbaijan sights outside the city of Baku with this day-long private excursion. With a guide just for your own personal group, you’ll enjoy a more flexible tour with the freedom to set a pace that works for you. Admire the region’s famous mud volcanoes, visit the rock carvings and museum of Gobustan National Park, and spend time at the Bibi-Heybat Mosque and Ateshgah Fire Temple.

The award-winning Walking Tour of Baku covers both modern and historical areas of Baku that will be a great treat for first-time visitors. Your local guide will lead you to the jewels of the city, including the Old Town, Maiden Tower, Nizami street (old Torgovaya), as well as Baku Boulevard. Hear the stories how discovery and further exploitation of oil changed people's lives and look of the city through the centuries. Baku Walking Tour is a perfect introduction for first time visitors to discover what Baku has to offer. If you’re looking for a hassle-free and comfortable tour, this experience is for you. We guarantee customer satisfaction and 100% money back guarantee.

Discover Azerbaijan’s fiery pilgrimage places on a half-day, private tour of Ateshgah (Fire Temple) and Fire Mountain from Baku. A customizable alternative to fixed group tour itineraries, this private option offers the flexibility to tailor the day to your schedule: Start at a time that works for you, explore both sites at your own pace, and finish the day at the Baku location of your choice.