AZERBAIJAN
The standouts.
The 10 most popular things to do in Azerbaijan. Fire temples, mud volcanoes, mountain villages and Baku's walled Old City — the country's standout days in one list.
A packed Baku day trip to Gobustan, mud volcanoes, Yanar Dag fire flames, Ateshgah, Bibiheybat Mosque, and the Heydar Aliyev Center.
“It was well organised, although I originally from Azerbaijan, my family learned so much and saw amazing places.”
Day trip from Baku to Shahdag and the Greater Caucasus with Candy Cane Mountains, Pink rock stops, and optional Laza off-road.
Explore Gobustan rock carvings, mud volcanoes, and Absheron fire sites on a 7-hour guided trip from Baku, with pickup options.
“Great day out with our tour guide cum driver Elchin! He is very knowledgeable and passionate in sharing stories about the sites we visited.”
Full-day Gobustan and Absheron tour from Baku with mud volcanoes, rock art, fire temple, Yanardag, and lunch plus entry tickets.
“This is an excellent full Day Tour from Baku…that covers all the highlights of the surrounds of the city. There is definitely no time wasted! Our guide, Sayid, was top-notch- engaging, informative and enthusiastic. I would recommend paying for all tickets and lunch together as it is just easier all round and if you are…”
A long but rewarding full-day ride from Baku to Shamakhi and Gabala, with Juma Mosque, mountain views, tea stops, and waterfalls.
“Experience was good , only thing is the distance between each point is too much ,like 2 hour drive , 3 hr drive, too much , try and make it a bit easier for the customer. Rest Driver and Guide was amazing , they really take care of the customer”
A long, comfortable day trip from Baku to Shamakhi and Gabala for mosque views, waterfalls, a lake stop, and Tufandag mountain fun.
Baku day trip to Candy Cane Mountains, Guba, and Khinaliq. Jeep ride, guided stops, and optional homemade lunch at 2,350m.
Mountain rides, forest shade, a synagogue visit, and optional Laza Waterfall. All from Baku with lunch included for $15.
“It has been a great trip right from the start. Our guide Meherrov has been excellent explaining everything to us on the way regarding the importance the history of every place and how the names evolved with time. It has been a great journey. Gonna recommend this trip to my friends and family for sure.”
Day trip from Baku to Candy Cane Mountain and Khinalig, with canyon views, Silk Road stops, and a homemade lunch in 11 hours.
Gobustan rock art, mud volcanoes, a historic oil well, Ateshgah fire temple, and Yanardag flames in one 6-8h Baku day.
