Top 10 Private Tours in Baku, Absheron Region

Shamakhi – is one of the most ancient cities in Azerbaijan dated back to 5th century BC. In the Middle Ages, Shamakhi was the capital of the Shirvanshahs government. In the Middle Ages Shamakhi was one of the fascinating cities in the east. City also has the biggest astrophysical observatory in the Caucasus. The city itself is not only rich with its nature and beauty but very rich with monuments that have historical significance. Lahij – village is one of the most ancient inhabited cities in Azerbaijan that located in Ismailli region. Lahij is the best example of original architecture that preserved by villagers more than centuries. Lahij Village entered to List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of UNESCO because the village was one of the best handcraft and trading centers in the Caucasus. The main fame of the village comes from handmade copper products with a magnificent design that all made in the village with traditional way.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Free fridge magnets

Exclusions: Lunch

We plan to travel or sometimes fall in wish of traveling around! Seems all of us felt it in way of: " Let`s get some adventure, to see new unusual places, enjoy our time". If someone would ask you: Do you want to see the city built up based on oil (petrol) industry? But, if in additional you will see land of fire with ancient flaming mountains and mud volcanoes? Little bit Europe soul of architectural style, in mix of beauties of Azerbaijan's life style houses - this cocktail so good for the soul and mind. Explore it, drink it and get new vision of something spiritual, shining around in hand of Caspian sea. I would love to invite all of you to discover this places with our unique tours which can take you to Caucasian mountains, petrol platform, golden palaces and boating! Please let me know if you have any questions about Land of Fire and petrol. I will be happy to answer to any questions!

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes

This tour is designed for the guests who have less time to explore the country. It covers 3 private tours to vary destinations of the country which lets you to discover the country from different sides. With just a few days to spend in Baku, this tour will ensure you maximise your time and take in as many of Azerbaijan’s highlights as possible. Discover the UNESCO-listed Old Town and contemporary landmarks of Baku, admire the ancient rock art of Gobustan National Park, see natural wonders including the Burning Mountain and the Mud Volcanoes, and visit the Fire Temple of Baku and visit the green and mountainous areas of Gabala City.

Inclusions: Comfortable car with air conditioner, Professional driver and guide during the tour days, Pick up/Drop off during the tour days, Special transport to the Mud Volcanoes, Entrance fee to the museums (Gobustan museum, Fire Temple, Burning Hill, Carpet museum), Entrance fee for the cable car in Tufandag ski resort, Gabala

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Additional expenses during the tour days

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.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup & Drop-off, Professional Licensed English Speaking Guide, Professional Driver Service, Bottled Water, Touristic Destinations Mentioned Above

Exclusions: Any Meals & Drinks, Personal Expenses

This is a all-included tour you will pay once and after you will not be charged throughout the tour. This is a half-day tour with lunch in a open buffet included.

Inclusions: Taxi fee for Mud Volcanoes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, You will have lunch in a restaurant with a open buffet. Vegetarian and Vegan options are also available., WiFi on board

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Our tours will make you happy. You will get unforgettable memories when leaving from our country... From the Flame Towers to Old City fortifications, explore Baku highlights on a private city tour. Door-to-door service from a personal driver lets you cover more ground than you could on your own. That means plenty of time to see Baku National Boulevard, Highland Park (Dagustu Park), Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum, and more, with the option to add a boat tour of Baku Bay.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Guide service

Exclusions: Lunch, Entry/Admission - Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum (6 USD), Entry/Admission - Little Venice (2 USD), Entry/Admission - Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center (9 USD), Entry/Admission - Maiden tower (9 USD), Entry/Admission - Shirvanshah palace (9 USD)

Baku is mixture of old and modern city. The capital city of Azerbaijan has huge historical sights and buildings. This tour will help you to see old and modern sights of Baku.  What sights we will see in this tour: Ateshgah Fire Temple Qala Archaeological and Ethnographic Museum Complex  “From Waste to Art” Museum  Fire Mountain Yanardag National Reserve  Old City Tour Highland Park

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Free fridge magnetics 2 pieces per each person, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

This is a full day tour which you will see most of sightseeings in city centre. The tour will start with Haydar Aliyev centre which is one of the iconic symbols of Baku city. The building includes exhibitons and museums about Azerbaijan`s history and art.

Inclusions: Lunch, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Fridge magnets

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This is a unique trip to the winery in Absheron area where you will taste natural local wines with delicious snacks. Walk around of grape trees, find old bottles in the storage and taste wine with snacks. You will have a chance to learn about wine from our experts , observe the creation of it.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Pick up/Drop off, Professional driver and guide, Snacks, cheeses and bread during wine tasting, Tasting 1 bottle of wine per person in accompany of sommelier (min 4 bottle of wines will be tasted)

Exclusions: Lunch and other drinks which don't include to the wine tasting menu, Other expenses during the tour

Gobustan National Museum and Open Air Rock Art Museum - It is historical ancient place which included to the UNESCO Heritage list. Gobustan is very rich with archaeological monuments. Mud Vulcanos - Nearby to Gobustan we will travel to see Mud Vulcanos. The unique Ateshgah Fire Temple - is one of Azerbaijan’s most remarkable sight. According to historical sources, before the construction of the Indian Temple Of Fire in Surakhani at the end of the 17th, the local people also worshiped at this site because of the “seven holes with burning flame”. Yanar Dag (Fire Mountain) - Yanar Dag is a natural gas fire which blazes continuously on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula on the Caspian Sea near Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan (a country which itself is known as "the Land of Fire"). Flames jet into the air 3 metres (9.8 ft) from a thin, porous sandstone layer.

Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation, Guide & Driver, Free souvenirs as a gift

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