Baku - Capital of Azerbaijan

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Visit: Baku-Absheron-Gobustan-Baku

Baku, the capital and commercial hub of Azerbaijan, is a low-lying city with coastline along the Caspian Sea. It's famed for its medieval walled old city, which contains the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, a vast royal complex, and the iconic stone Maiden Tower. Contemporary landmarks include the Zaha Hadid–designed Heydar Aliyev Center, and the Flame Towers, 3 pointed skyscrapers covered with LED screens.

Arrival to Baku. Meeting at the international airport and escort local guide to the hotel, including co-sightseeing tour of the city. Guided Tour will be along the central streets, green parks and the main attractions of the city. Hotel accommodation. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at Hotel.

Morning breakfast at the hotel. At 10:00 - We leave for a tour of the Absheron Peninsula. This day tour is presented on the Absheron Peninsula, as well as the Temple of Fire Worshippers (Ateshgyah), oil wells, castle in Ramana, Mountain with an eternal flame. Excursion to the ancient sites and castles of Absheron Peninsula dated XII-XIII centuries. Tour to the Old City of Baku (IcheriSheher), the largest capital in the Transcaucasian region. Sightseeing tour of the town includes Shamakhy Gates, caravanserai, Maiden's Tower, Palace of the Shirvan Shahs, Mosques, Carpet store. We suggest you to walk along the boulevard. Baku Boulevard - one of the sights of Baku, a favorite vacation spot of Baku and guests. In 2009 it celebrated its 100 anniversary. The length of the park, amounting at the moment 16 kilometers, after general reconstruction will be 25 km. Return to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Morning breakfast in the hotel. At 10:00 - Excursion to Gobustan. Located west of the settlement of Gobustan, about 40 miles (64 km) southwest of the center of Baku on the west bank of the Caspian Sea. In 2007 Gobustan was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site considered to be of "outstanding universal value" for the quality and density of its rock art engravings, for the substantial evidence the collection of rock art images presents for hunting, fauna, flora and lifestyles in pre-historic times and for the cultural continuity between prehistoric and medieval times that the site reflects. Excursion to the Museum of Heydar Aliyev Center. Heydar Aliyev Center is an area of 619000 square feet. The building complex in Baku on the draft Iraqi-British architect ZahaHadid, and is known for its distinctive architecture.Centre named after HeydarAliyev, the Azerbaijani leader. In the center there are meeting rooms (auditorium), galleries and museums. The project will play an important role in the intellectual life of the city. Return to Hotel Overnight at Hotel.

Morning breakfast at the hotel. Later check out from the hotel and transfer to airport.

Inclusion

Transfer Airport-Hotel-Airport
Transport according itinerary
3 nights’ accommodation
Breakfasts
English speaking guide for all tours
Entrance fees (Fire Temple, Fire mountain, Gobustan)

Exclusion

International airfares
Optional activities
Extras
Visa
Other meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program
Personal equipment
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Voluntary tips for guides or drivers
Travel and medical insurance
Any items not mentioned as included

Note

Hotel Used :
Option-1
Boulevard Side
Option-2
Park Side
Option-3
Intercontinental

Visa (105 AUD per person)
Heyder Aliyev Center – 35 AUD per person (2 floor)
Maiden Tower – 28 AUD per person
Ferris Wheel – 12 AUD per person (subject to weather condition)
Boat tour – 12 AUD per person (subject to weather condition)

Note: prices of entrances are subject to check with the agency before confirmation.

Group rates available on Request.

All prices are indicative and starting from prices. Final price will be available based on availability and dates of travel

Private Touring

  • Flexible Dates
  • Flexible Itinerary
  • Upgrade Accommodation
  • Local Guide Service
  • Modern Airconditioned Vehicle

Tour Category

Tour Vehicle

Car or Small Van AC

Tour Guide

Local English only guide

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