AZERBAIJAN

Day 1: Arrival in Baku

• Morning: Arrive in Baku, the capital city. Check into your hotel and freshen up.
• Afternoon: Explore the Old City (Icherisheher), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs.
• Evening: Stroll along the Baku Boulevard and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Try some traditional Azerbaijani dishes like plov (pilaf) and dolma.

Day 2: Baku City Tour

• Morning: Visit the Flame Towers and take in the panoramic views of the city.
• Afternoon: Head to the Heydar Aliyev Center, an architectural marvel designed by Zaha Hadid. Explore the exhibits and the surrounding park.
• Evening: Enjoy a performance at the Azerbaijan State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater or explore the nightlife in Baku.

Day 3: Day Trip to Gobustan and Mud Volcanoes

• Morning: Take a day trip to Gobustan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its ancient rock carvings.
• Afternoon: Visit the nearby mud volcanoes, a unique natural phenomenon.
• Evening: Return to Baku and relax at your hotel or explore more of the city’s dining options.

Day 4: Absheron Peninsula

• Morning: Visit the Ateshgah Fire Temple, an ancient Zoroastrian place of worship.
• Afternoon: Explore the Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain), where natural gas flames continuously burn on a hillside.
• Evening: Return to Baku and enjoy a leisurely evening. Consider visiting a local tea house for some traditional Azerbaijani tea.

Day 5: Day Trip to Sheki

• Morning: Take a day trip to Sheki, a charming town known for its historic architecture and beautiful landscapes.
• Afternoon: Visit the Sheki Khan’s Palace, a stunning example of Azerbaijani architecture. Explore the local bazaar and try some Sheki halva, a local sweet.
• Evening: Return to Baku and enjoy your last night in the city. Consider dining at a rooftop restaurant for a final view of the cityscape.

Day 6: Gabala Excursion

• Morning: Head to Gabala, a picturesque town surrounded by the Caucasus Mountains.
• Afternoon:Visit the Tufandag Mountain Resort for some outdoor activities like hiking or taking a cable car ride for breathtaking views. Explore the Nohur Lake and enjoy a boat ride.
• Evening: Return to Baku and relax at your hotel.

Day 7: Departure

• Morning: Depending on your flight time, you might have some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
• Afternoon: Check out of your hotel and head to the airport for your departure.

Day 1: Arrival in Baku

• Morning: Arrive in Baku, the capital city. Check into your hotel and freshen up.
• Afternoon: Explore the Old City (Icherisheher), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs.
• Evening: Stroll along the Baku Boulevard and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Try some traditional Azerbaijani dishes like plov (pilaf) and dolma.

Day 2: Baku City Tour

• Morning: Visit the Flame Towers and take in the panoramic views of the city.
• Afternoon: Head to the Heydar Aliyev Center, an architectural marvel designed by Zaha Hadid. Explore the exhibits and the surrounding park.
• Evening: Enjoy a performance at the Azerbaijan State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater or explore the nightlife in Baku.

Day 3: Day Trip to Gobustan and Mud Volcanoes

• Morning: Take a day trip to Gobustan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its ancient rock carvings.
• Afternoon: Visit the nearby mud volcanoes, a unique natural phenomenon.
• Evening: Return to Baku and relax at your hotel or explore more of the city’s dining options.

Day 4: Absheron Peninsula

• Morning: Visit the Ateshgah Fire Temple, an ancient Zoroastrian place of worship.
• Afternoon: Explore the Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain), where natural gas flames continuously burn on a hillside.
• Evening: Return to Baku and enjoy a leisurely evening. Consider visiting a local tea house for some traditional Azerbaijani tea.

Day 5: Day Trip to Sheki

• Morning: Take a day trip to Sheki, a charming town known for its historic architecture and beautiful landscapes.
• Afternoon: Visit the Sheki Khan’s Palace, a stunning example of Azerbaijani architecture. Explore the local bazaar and try some Sheki halva, a local sweet.
• Evening: Return to Baku and enjoy your last night in the city. Consider dining at a rooftop restaurant for a final view of the cityscape.

Day 6: Gabala Excursion

• Morning: Head to Gabala, a picturesque town surrounded by the Caucasus Mountains.
• Afternoon:Visit the Tufandag Mountain Resort for some outdoor activities like hiking or taking a cable car ride for breathtaking views. Explore the Nohur Lake and enjoy a boat ride.
• Evening: Return to Baku and relax at your hotel.

Day 7: Ganja City Tour

• Morning: Travel to Ganja, Azerbaijan’s second-largest city.
• Afternoon:Visit the Nizami Mausoleum, dedicated to the famous poet Nizami Ganjavi. Explore the Javad Khan Street and the Bottle House, a unique building made from glass bottles.
• Evening: Return to Baku and enjoy a relaxing evening.

Day 8: Departure

• Morning: Depending on your flight time, you might have some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
• Afternoon: Check out of your hotel and head to the airport for your departure.