Baku Old City, Modern Icons, and Highland Park
09:30 - Pick-up and arrival at Old City (Icherisheher)
Begin the tour with pick-up from the arranged meeting point or hotel in Baku.
Drive to the Old City (Icherisheher), where the tour starts in front of the iconic Double Gate.
Visit significant historical landmarks, including:
Maiden Tower: A 12th-century stone tower, possibly dating back to the 7th-6th centuries BC.
Palace of the Shirvanshahs: A 15th-century palace complex with a mosque, bathhouse, mausoleum, and architectural marvels of medieval Azerbaijan.
Juma Mosque: Originally built in the 12th century on a Zoroastrian fire temple site, now featuring 15th-century architecture.
Muhammad Mosque: One of the oldest mosques in Baku, dating to the 11th century.
Murtuza Mosque: A smaller mosque built in the 14th century, showcasing typical regional Islamic architecture.
Bukhara Caravanserai: A 15th-century inn for Silk Road traders with a central courtyard and chambers.
Multani Caravanserai: Another historic trading hub, built for Indian merchants from Multan.
Bazaar Square: A lively market area, historically used for trading silk, spices, and handicrafts.
Agha Mikayil Bath: An 18th-century bathhouse, restored and preserved as a historical structure.
Saint Bartholomew Church Site: The martyrdom site of Saint Bartholomew, although no major structure remains.
Miniature Book Museum: A unique museum housing the world's largest collection of miniature books.
Vahid's Garden: A peaceful garden named after the Azerbaijani poet Mammad Araz Vahid, featuring his statue.
Icherisheher Walls: Fortified stone walls surrounding the Old City, dating back to the 12th century.
Narrow alleys and stone-paved streets: Ideal for walking tours, photography, and experiencing the authentic atmosphere.
Guests will spend approximately 3 hours exploring with a private guide.
12:30 - Departure for Heydar Aliyev Cultural Centre
Depart from the Old City and drive for 15 minutes to the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Centre.
Designed by renowned architect Zaha Hadid, this futuristic structure stands out for its fluid forms and unique design, which eliminates sharp angles in favor of sweeping curves.
The building reflects the cultural dynamism of Azerbaijan and integrates seamlessly with its landscape.
Learn about the center's design and its role as a cultural hub.
Spend approximately 60 minutes at the cultural center with a private guide.
14:00 - Departure for Baku Boulevard and Carpet Museum
Depart from the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Centre and drive for 15 minutes to Baku Boulevard and the Carpet Museum.
Baku Boulevard stretches along the Caspian Sea, offering scenic views and a historical ambiance.
Visit the Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum, housed in a building designed to resemble a rolled carpet, showcasing the rich tradition of Azerbaijani carpet weaving.
Explore over 10,000 items, including historical carpets, folk artifacts, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, and metalwork.
Spend approximately 40 minutes at the museum with a private guide.
15:30 - Departure for Highland Park (3 Flame Towers)
Depart from Baku Boulevard and drive for 15 minutes to Highland Park, also known as Dagustu Park or Upland Park.
Highland Park offers panoramic views of Baku, including the Flame Towers, Baku Boulevard, and the Caspian Sea.
Visit Martyrs' Lane, a solemn memorial dedicated to Azerbaijani soldiers who lost their lives during the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, featuring the Eternal Flame Monument.
Enjoy the serene atmosphere with terraced gardens, shaded walkways, sculptures, and historical tributes.
The park offers stunning views, especially at sunset when the city is bathed in golden hues.
Spend approximately 40 minutes at the park with a private guide.
17:00 - Conclusion of tour
After visiting Highland Park, the tour will conclude, and guests will be driven back to the meeting point or hotel.
