Azerbaijan VAN Tours โ Discover Baku & Scenic Gabala
Overview
The six- day journey across Azerbaijan presents an instigative experience which reveals both its ancient heritage and ultramodern- day lodestones . The disquisition starts in Baku which shows a vibrant megacity that displays its literal Old Town together with its contemporary architectural achievements. The Absheron Peninsula displays its remarkable natural attractions through its burning mountains and historical fire temples. The trek moves toward Gabala which features its beautiful landscapes that include peaceful lakes and flowing waterfalls and the experience of riding cable cars through the Caucasus Mountains. The tour which operates at an ideal speed presents multiple cultural elements and natural attractions and famous landmarks which provide visitors an exceptional experience of the "Land of Fire."
Highlights
- The Old Town of Baku which UNESCO has designated as a World Heritage site needs to be fully examined.
- The Baku Flame Towers create an instant recognition of their design while the Heydar Aliyev Center stands as an architectural masterpiece.
- The natural beauty of Yanardag which has a burning mountainside and Ateshgah which has an ancient fire temple can be seen by visitors.
- Trippers can visit Gabala and witness the natural beauty of Lake Nohur and Yeddi Gozel waterfall, which gives a mesmerizing view of falling down from the hills.
- The Tufandag mountain resort provides trippers with an occasion to witness its beautiful decor through its cable car auto system, which enables them to view the entire Caucasus mountain range from all angles.
Day 1: Arrival in Baku
- All the travellers need to reach the Baku Airport.
- After that, meet your English-Speaking driver at the exit gate. You will reach hotel through a private transfer service.
- Complete your check-in process after reaching the accommodation.
- The active Nizami Street area remains open for you to explore during the entire evening.
- You will stay overnight in Baku.
Day 2: Baku City Tour
- The driver will meet you at the hotel after your breakfast ends.
- The city tour lets you take pictures at all major landmarks which exist along the complete route.
- The Baku Bay area provides a scenic view which trippers can see from Highland Park and martyrs Lane.
- The Baku Flame Towers and Heydar Aliyev Center give excursionists with stunning photography points.
- The Old Town( Icherisheher) walking tour permits guests to witness the notorious major point. This position has entered designation as a UNESCO World Heritage point.
- The Maiden Tower and Palace of Shirvanshahs serve as literal spots which trippers can visit to discover the megacity's history.
- The path leads through narrow streets which lead back to Nizami Street.
- The group will remain in Baku throughout the entire night.
Day 3: Flame Tour (Absheron Peninsula)
- After breakfast, your driver will take you for a megacity tour which starts from your current position.
- Guests to the Ateshgah Fire Temple can explore the major Zoroastrian tabernacle which contains a endless flames.
- The path leads to Yanardag( Burning Mountain) which features a hillside area where natural gas has burned continuously for hundreds of ages.
- The tour ends with free time at Ganjlik Mall which stands as one of Baku's largest shopping centers.
- The group will remain in Baku throughout the night.
Day 4: Transfer to Gabala
- You should leave the hotel after eating breakfast for your scheduled driver meeting.
- The group will leave for a scenic drive which will take them to Gabala.
- Excursionists will stop at Lake Nohur which provides scenic views of the Greater Caucasus Mountains during their trip.
- Your coming position of the day will be Yeddi Gozel waterfall which is also known as Seven Beauties Waterfall.
- After such a nice day of exploration, travellers will arrive in Gabala to check into their hotel.
- The group will stay overnight in Gabala.
Day 5: Tufandag Mountain Resort
- Once you are done with your breakfast, meet your driver. He will take you to the Tufandag Mountain Resort.
- There experience the thrilling ride of the Tufandag Cable car.
- With the cable car auto lift, excursionists can take in the mesmerizing views of the Caucasus Mountains.
- Through the mountain slants, guests can spend their whole day breathing and relaxing in the natural terrain.
- You will return to your hotel which is located in Gabala.
- The group will spend the night in Gabala.
Day 6: Departure
- After having a delicious breakfast at the hotel, complete your check-out formalities.
- Then, meet your driver. You will have a comfortable drop-off at the airport through a private transfer.
- After that, catch your flight home, collecting the beautiful memories of Azerbaijan.
Inclusion
- Explore Baku: Walk through the UNESCO-listed Inner City (Icherisheher) with a guided tour. See the Maiden Tower, Palace of the Shirvanshahs, historic mosques, caravanserais, and traditional bathhouses. End the walk at Nizami Street, perfect for shopping and nightlife.
- City Highlights: Visit Highland Park for stunning city views, see the famous Flame Towers, and stop at Martyrsโ Lane. Enjoy a photo stop at the Heydar Aliyev Center.
- Absheron Peninsula Tour: Discover the Ateshgah Fire Temple and the natural burning hill Yanardag.
- Gabala Excursion: Ride the cable car at Tufandag Ski Resort and visit Lake Nohur and the beautiful Yeddi Gozel (Seven Beauties) Waterfall.
- Inclusions: Hotel accommodation, visa and airport taxes, English-speaking driver-guide, medical insurance, and all meals, transfers, entrance fees, and sightseeing as per the itinerary.
Exclusion
- Extra charges may apply if you choose to travel on dates different from the group departure mentioned in the brochure. The exact cost will be confirmed once the new dates are finalized.
- City or tourism taxes and cruise gratuities (for cruise holidays) are not included in the tour price.
- Visa charges for NRI passengers, if applicable, must be paid separately.
- POE charges, porterage, and passport fees are not part of the tour cost.
- The cost of the Basic Travel Quota (up to USD 10,000) is excluded.
- Government and service taxes will be charged as applicable.
- Airfare included in the package is based on the fare as of 1st August 2025; any future increase due to fuel price changes, taxes, or airline regulations must be paid by the passenger.
- Currency exchange rate changes may increase transportation or land arrangement costs before departure.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, beverages, mineral water, and additional food items are not included.
- Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary and optional sightseeing, entrance fees, or excursions taken separately will be at the passengerโs expense.