Azerbaijan · Culture

4 Nights Private Azerbaijan Tour from Caspian Lights to Mountains

5 Days Round trip from Baku Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private 5-day tour covering Baku, Gobustan, Shamakhi, Gabala, and Sheki
  • 02 Enjoy a panoramic evening tour of Baku from Highland Park
  • 03 Explore Gobustan Museum, petroglyphs, and the famous mud volcanoes
  • 04 Discover Baku landmarks including the Old City, Maiden Tower, and Shirvanshahs Palace
  • 05 Visit Shamakhi Juma Mosque, one of Azerbaijan’s oldest mosques
  • 06 Take in the scenery at Seven Beauty Waterfall and Nohur Lake
  • 07 Ride the Tufandag Mountain Cable Car in Gabala
  • 08 See the Palace of Shaki Khans, Sheki Caravanserai, and Kish Church

Discover Azerbaijan on a private 5-day journey that blends the vibrant energy of Baku with the country’s rich history, dramatic landscapes, and mountain scenery. From panoramic evening views over the capital to ancient sites, mosques, caravanserais, and cultural landmarks, this itinerary offers a well-rounded introduction to the country’s heritage and character.

Travel beyond Baku to explore Gobustan’s prehistoric rock art and mud volcanoes, then continue into the regions of Shamakhi, Gabala, and Sheki. Along the way, enjoy a mix of city sightseeing, nature stops, historic architecture, and local atmosphere, with private transport and guided touring throughout.

Discover Azerbaijan on a private 5-day journey that blends the vibrant energy of Baku with the country’s rich history, dramatic landscapes, and mountain scenery.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Baku, Shaki, Gobustan National Park, Qabala, Shamakhi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrive in Baku + Baku Lights Night Panoramic TourIn the 1st day, after greeting at the airport and transfer to the hotel, guests will discover the special beauty of Baku in the evening from different view and see panoramic perspectives of Baku from Highland Park and the main attractions such as Heydar Aliyev Cultural center, Baku Conference center, Boulevard, Little Venice, Carpet Museum, Flame Towers: -Pick up from Heydar Aliyev International Airport -Transfer to the hotel and check in process -Free time at the hotelWe start our Panoramic Evening Tour by visiting Highland Park (3 Flame Towers, Martyrs' Lane, Eternal Flame Monument) and see Baku Crystal Hall, Flag Square, Baku Ferris Wheel. Tour is completed and drop off the guests to the hotel and overnight in Baku

As the first day is transfer to the hotel and only short time Panoramic Evening tour, our total tour duration will be limited only with 2 hours

2
Day 02

Gobustan, Mud Volcanoes and Baku City TourThe 2nd day is about the past, present, and future of Baku and the lifestyle of prehistoric people dating back to thousand years in Azerbaijan. This guided city tour will take the guests to Azerbaijan’s most fascinating locations such as Old City (Icherisheher), Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center, Highland Park and Baku Boulevard to learn about the evolution of the city from the 5th century through the Soviet era and on to independence and learn the history of hand drawing petroglyphs in Gobustan State Historical and Cultural Reserve, the bubbling Mud volcanoes: -Pick up from the hotel Stop at Gobustan Museum Stop at Gobustan PetroglyphsNext stop is Gobustan Mud volcanoes. While returning back to the city center we stop at Bibiheybat Mosque and first drilled economical Oil WellTour continues to Old City. We visit House of Baku Khans, Multani Caravansarai, Maiden Tower, St. Bartholomew Church, Juma Mosque, Muhammad Mosque, Aga Mikayil Bath House, Miniature Books Museum, Palace of the Shirvanshahs etc.Next stop is Heydar Aliyev Cultural CenterWe continue to Baku Boulevard and visit Carpet Museum and Little VeniceLast destination is Nizami Street, Fountain Square. TPour is completed here, we drop off the guests to the hotel and overnight in Baku

3
Day 03

Shamakhi & Gabala TourThe 3rd day tour to regions is considered for nature and history lovers. All of them have different features and activities in each season. This tour is the choice for those who love snow scenery and activities in winter and those who want greenery and cool weather in other seasons: -Pick up from the hotel in Baku -Visit Shamakhi -Juma Mosque -The first Mosque of AzerbaijanWe drive to Gabala and stop at Seven Beauty WaterfallNext stop is Nohur Lake beautiful landscapeLast visitied stop is Tufandag Mountain Cable Car. Tour is completed here, we return back to Baku, drop off the guests to the hotel and overnight in Gabala or Sheki

4
Day 04

Sheki TourThe 4th day covers more history and nature of Azerbaijan in old Sheki region - Palace of Sheki Khans, Old Sheki Caravanserai and Albanian Church in Kish village. Also, you will see the beautiful mosques, palaces, caravanserais, bazaars and listen to explanation from your guide and even try regional cuisine. First stop is Palace of Sheki KhansNext stop is Old Sheki Caravanserai and heading to walking in Sheki city center, shoppingLast visiting destination is Albanian Church in Kish village. Tour is completed here. we drive back to Baku, and drop-off the guests to Baku hotel

5
Day 05

Transfer to the AirportCheck-out from the hotel Pickup from hotel, and transfer to airport

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Baku 5 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Roundtrip transfer from the Airport to the hotel and from the Hotel to the Airport
  • Comfortable Transportation during the tour days
  • English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Accommodation - 3 nights in Baku at 4* Hotel on DBL room basis (if All Inclusive option selected)
  • Accommodation - 1 night in Gabala at 4* Hotel on DBL room basis (if All Inclusive option selected)
  • Daily buffet breakfast at the hotels (if All Inclusive option selected)
  • 4 dinners with mix of buffet and local restaurants (if All Inclusive option selected)
  • All Entrance Fees (if the 'Included Entry Tickets' or 'All Inclusive' option selected)

What's Not Included

Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Guests must to be ready in hotel lobby or arranged meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled pick up time.
  • Travelers are advised to review the Inclusions section in detail, as three pricing tiers are available based on the scope of services provided. The first option includes a guide and driver, with entry tickets excluded. The second option (Included Entry Tickets) comprises a guide, driver and entry tickets included. The third option, labeled 'All Inclusive,' encompasses all services and additional amenities offered within the tour package.
  • As specified in the Inclusions section, Accommodation is provided at 4* Hotel on DBL room basis if 'All Inclusive' package option is selected. Accommodation includes: 3 nights in Baku and 1 night in Gabala or Sheki.
  • As specified in the Inclusions section, all entrance tickets are provided if either the 'Included Entry Tickets' or 'All Inclusive' package option is selected. Entry admissions cover access to the following cultural, historical, and natural sites: Shirvanshah Palace, Maiden Tower, Carpet Museum, Heydar Aliyev Center, Gobustan Museum, Mud Volcanoes, Cable Car Ride 2x lines in Tufandag, Nohurlake, Sheki Khan Palace and Kish Albanian Church.
  • As part of the tour package, guests are generally picked up from and returned to the airport at the conclusion of the tour. Hotel pickups are also available upon request. Alternatively, the meeting point can be arranged at Sabir's Garden, located near the Double Gate of the Old City. A dedicated guide will be present at the designated meeting points, wearing a company badge for easy identification.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Baku, AZ
Tour start
Baku, AZ
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Baku.

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