What to do and see in Baku, Absheron Region: The Best Cultural Tours

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

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

Inclusions: 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)

We leave Baku at 9:00am in the morning, with some stop-points in "Beshbarmag Dag" (Five-Fingered Mountain), Guba City and Masdargah, approximately at 13:00pm we are going to be in the highest village of all Europe - the Khinalug! ABOUT KHINALUG By some defini­tions Xınalıq (2335m) is Europe’s highest village. Its upper half retains many ancient stone houses that form distinctively aus­tere stepped terraces up a steep highland ridge. And the whole scene is often mag­ically wrapped in spooky clouds that part sporadically to reveal 360-degree views of the surrounding Caucasus. Apart from examining the one-room museum and gazing at the hypnotic views, the main attraction is meeting and staying with Xınalıq’s hardy shepherd folk who have their own language (Ketsh) and still live much of their lives on horseback. Bring warm clothes – nights can be icy cold.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Lunch at the local house in Khinalug village (10 AZN)

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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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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This special 7 hour tour to Shirvan territory covers southern foothills of the Great Caucasus Rudge. The tours is especially designed for tourists who are interested history and nature.Highlights • Visit to Ismayilli • Witness the great view of southern foothills of the Great Caucasus Rudge • walk through the iron suspension bridge on Girdmanchay river • taste delicious Azerbaijani foods at trational restaurant • Visit to Lahij: • See Mount Niyaldag, one of the beauties and attributes of Lahij • Sightseeing places on the way to Lahij (2070 m above the sea level) • Walking through Lahij trade street, visiting the workshops of the local handicraft masters • Visit to Lahij History Museum and the Mosque.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water

Exclusions: Dinner, Museums entrance fees

Multi-day Azerbaijan Sightseeing tour offers you a trip which is full of energy, entertainment and endless adventures.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional Driver & English Speaking Guide, Touristic Destinations Mentioned Above

Exclusions: Personal Expenses, Lunch & Dinner

Khinalig is located just south-west of Quba in the middle of the Greater Caucasus mountains that divide Russia and the South Caucasus. Khinalug is also the highest, most remote and isolated village in Azerbaijan and among the highest in the Caucasus. The weather changes dramatically during summer and winter, ranging from −20 °C to 18 °C. Khinalug has a population of about 2,000 people. This small group of people speaks the Khinalug language, which is an isolate within the Northeast Caucasian language family, although many speak Azerbaijani as well.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water

Exclusions: Dinner, Museums Entrance fees