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 a great tour and Nabat made it more memorable for us tourist for being so friendly, informative and giving above and beyond hospitality.”
Day trip from Baku to Shahdag and the Greater Caucasus with Candy Cane Mountains, Pink rock stops, and optional Laza off-road.
“We went on the Shadag tour with Heritage Tours, and our experience was amazing. Everything was perfectly organized and completed within the mentioned timeline. There was enough time to enjoy each destination without any hassle. Our tour guide, Ulka, was wonderful she took care of everyone in the group, was very friendly, and explained everything…”
Explore Gobustan rock carvings, mud volcanoes, and Absheron fire sites on a 7-hour guided trip from Baku, with pickup options.
“Fun and unique experience, many different stops offer plenty of interesting things to see from petroglyphs, to mud volcanos, to Zoroastrian temples, to burning earth, and the world’s first industrial oil well. The drive to the mud volcanos is an experience on its own as the roads are insanely bumpy and the drivers go fast.…”
Full-day Gobustan and Absheron tour from Baku with mud volcanoes, rock art, fire temple, Yanardag, and lunch plus entry tickets.
“Had a good time. But was a very long ride from Baku. Bit underwhelming. Overall ok if you want to go around.”
A long but rewarding full-day ride from Baku to Shamakhi and Gabala, with Juma Mosque, mountain views, tea stops, and waterfalls.
“VUSALA our guide was the highlight of the tour. A lady full of life and zest that made the other wise a very long tour worthwhile . Rain did play a spoil sport but there was also a detour from the intenary mentioned by viator without any reasons given . We skipped two destinations and…”
A long, comfortable day trip from Baku to Shamakhi and Gabala for mosque views, waterfalls, a lake stop, and Tufandag mountain fun.
“Azienda onesta con tour interessanti: abbiamo svolto due diversi tour con loro, prenotati tramite Getyourguide. Il primo che prevedeva i posti vicini Baku come la moschea Bibiheybat, Gobustan, Vulcani di fango, Tempio del fuoco, Yanar Dag ed il Centro culturale Heydar Aliyev; il secondo tour portava in un giorno a Gabala. Ci siamo trovati bene…”
Baku day trip to Candy Cane Mountains, Guba, and Khinaliq. Jeep ride, guided stops, and optional homemade lunch at 2,350m.
“Absolutely unrepeatable experience! The landscapes were breathtaking and the visit in village very interesting, warm and exceptional. All the stops were very organised and absolutely worth it. Also no words for our amazing tour guide, Leyla, knowledgable and passionate about what she is doing, always filling us with positive energy. Thank you!”
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.
“This tour is the most amazing day trip you can take while visiting Azerbaijan. The Candy Cane Mountain is even more spectacular in real life than in photos, the lunch was really tasty, and enough for everybody (with vegan option as well). Last but not least we went to Khinalig village, which was the most…”
Gobustan rock art, mud volcanoes, a historic oil well, Ateshgah fire temple, and Yanardag flames in one 6-8h Baku day.
“Sayed was such a great Guide - he loved to be around people - eagerly answered all our queries about the trip and about Azerbaijan - took group pictures of us and helped us all bond better - was knowledgeable and pleasing Would love to go again with him”
