Find out why Azerbaijan is labeled as ‘land of fire’ experiencing yourself the heat of the burning mountain, and feel the magical warmth of local hospitality. Our small group Azerbaijan tour is a real journey through time and history of Azerbaijan, filled with magnificent stories, ancient mosques and madrasas, noble palaces and fortresses. Allow yourself to be carried away by this country’s amazing culture, arts and traditions. With grand mountains, river canyons, seashores, and green valleys as the backdrop, Azerbaijan tours offer a truly inspiring way to explore a lesser-known part of the world.
Participants need to be in good health, be able to walk for 4-6 hours every day at moderate speed and climb stairs and hills.
Tour itinerary:
Arrive in Baku. Transfer to your hotel for check-in (from 14:00). Free time. Overnight at the hotel.
Driving distance: 30 km
We recommend arriving in Baku a day early to give yourself extra time to wander the vibrant streets, savor local cuisine, leisurely stroll along the stunning Sea Boulevard, and soak in the city’s rich culture at your own pace.
Driving distance: 30 km
We recommend arriving in Baku a day early to give yourself extra time to wander the vibrant streets, savor local cuisine, leisurely stroll along the stunning Sea Boulevard, and soak in the city’s rich culture at your own pace.
At 09:30, meet your guide and the rest of the group to start the sightseeing tour in Baku. Visit Martyrs Lane, known as ‘Shehidler Khiyabany’ among locals. When you walk through the Alley of the Martyrs, you will find a beautiful view overlooking Baku’s coastline. Move to Icheri Sheher, the old part of the city to visit Shirvanshah's Palace and Maiden Tower (UNESCO World Heritage Sites), Caravanserai, Museum of Miniature Books, and main market square, which has numerous art studios and souvenir stalls. Continue touring New Baku by exploring Nizami Street and Fountain Square.
After lunch break, we will drive to Gobustan to visit the Petroglyphs Museum and explore petroglyphs dating back to 10,000 BC. The Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pay a visit to the Petroglyphs Museum and explore rock carvings dating back to 10,000 BC. Weather permitting, we will experience an adventurous drive to mud volcanoes in Gobustan Reserve (change of vehicle). Gobustan is home to almost half of the world’s mud volcanoes. Return to Baku. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a national restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 10-11 hours
Driving distance: 150 km
Meals: welcome dinner
After lunch break, we will drive to Gobustan to visit the Petroglyphs Museum and explore petroglyphs dating back to 10,000 BC. The Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pay a visit to the Petroglyphs Museum and explore rock carvings dating back to 10,000 BC. Weather permitting, we will experience an adventurous drive to mud volcanoes in Gobustan Reserve (change of vehicle). Gobustan is home to almost half of the world’s mud volcanoes. Return to Baku. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a national restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 10-11 hours
Driving distance: 150 km
Meals: welcome dinner
After breakfast, drive to the Absheron Peninsula to visit Ateshgah, located in the village of Surakhany. Zoroastrians from India used to travel thousands of kilometres to Ateshgah to worship the fire coming out of the earth. Return to Baku to visit the iconic Heydar Alyev Cultural Centre, which is located in a quirky building designed by Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid. Free time in the afternoon. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Driving distance: 50 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Driving distance: 50 km
We will say our goodbyes to Baku and depart towards Sheki. On the way, stop at the Diri Baba Mausoleum in Maraza village. Continue to Shamakhi to visit the historical Juma Mosque, which was restored in 2013. Weather permitting, this will be followed by a scenic drive through the Girdimanchay River Canyon to the 5th century village of Lagich (Lahic, Lahij, Lahich). Lagich is rich in historic and cultural value, with charming cobbled streets. It is famous for its medieval water supply and sewage systems and its many traditional workshops where jewellery, copperware, carpets, pottery, daggers, and iron tools are made. Continue driving to Sheki, a pleasant and easily walkable medieval town set in a lush mountainous area, which is particularly famous for its sweet baklava. Arrive in Sheki at about 19:00 and spend the night at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 10-11 hours
Driving distance: 340 km
*Lagich will not be reachable during 2025 due to the road construction.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 10-11 hours
Driving distance: 340 km
*Lagich will not be reachable during 2025 due to the road construction.
Breakfast. At 08:30, visit the colorful Sheki Bazaar. Here, you can find virtually everything you may want to eat: local fruits and berries, spices, freshly-baked bread, honey, cheeses, and Sheki sweets. Continue to the Palace of Sheki Khans, which is surrounded by medieval fortress walls, and then visit handicrafts workshops and caravanserai (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
In the afternoon, transfer back to Baku (possibly without guide, 300 km, ~5 hours). Arrive in Baku, check-in to hotel for overnight.
In the afternoon, transfer back to Baku (possibly without guide, 300 km, ~5 hours). Arrive in Baku, check-in to hotel for overnight.
Price includes:
- All transfers, incl. airport;
- Accommodation in 4* hotels with breakfasts included;
- English-speaking tour guide;
- Entrance tickets to sights as per itinerary;
- Welcome dinner with folk show in Baku on day 2;
- Bottled drinking water;
- E-visa to Azerbaijan.
Price doesn't include:
- Surcharge for staying in a single room;
- Full board (lunches and dinners);
- Hotel charges for additional services;
- Personal travel insurance.
Dates & Prices, per person
2025
Sun, 16 Nov - Fri, 21 Nov
Sold out
US$ 980
2026
2027
Single supplement: US$ 290
100% guaranteed departures – even if there is only 1 traveler.
Group size: 1-16 persons
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Azerbaijan Group Tour Reviews
Author: Agustin | Rating: 5Visited: October 2025
I arrived back yesterday morning, and I just wanted to say that the trip was absolutely spectacular. It has been a unique adventure, and I truly had a great time.
Many thanks to Advantour for organizing everything so perfectly, and special thanks to Nihad and the driver - they both did an excellent job and made the experience unforgettable.
Many thanks to Advantour for organizing everything so perfectly, and special thanks to Nihad and the driver - they both did an excellent job and made the experience unforgettable.
Author: Fauzia khan | Rating: 5Visited: October 2025
My trip for Azerbaijan was so much fun and very much organised. I like the tour punctuality, following the strict itinerary. And covering all the places mentioned.
The tour guide Nihad was very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. He speaks good English and always happily replying to our questions.
We want to travel to flame towers using public transportation(bus) . He paid our tickets which is awesome because we don’t have that much change money .
And for the mountains roads, driver was awesome with his driving skills.
I as a solo travel young girl never ever felt unsafe with the group.
It’s my first time using your company and I can rate it 10/10 and would love to use it again.
I am in general never give positive feedback or reviews and very much particular in tiny things.. and easily gets upset or disappointed.
But this group tour not given a single chance to disappoint me from the first time I started exchanging emails. Replying to all my emails gladly to the practicality of the tour.
I wish all the very best to your company and definitely coming back again next year for new trip with your company.
The tour guide Nihad was very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. He speaks good English and always happily replying to our questions.
We want to travel to flame towers using public transportation(bus) . He paid our tickets which is awesome because we don’t have that much change money .
And for the mountains roads, driver was awesome with his driving skills.
I as a solo travel young girl never ever felt unsafe with the group.
It’s my first time using your company and I can rate it 10/10 and would love to use it again.
I am in general never give positive feedback or reviews and very much particular in tiny things.. and easily gets upset or disappointed.
But this group tour not given a single chance to disappoint me from the first time I started exchanging emails. Replying to all my emails gladly to the practicality of the tour.
I wish all the very best to your company and definitely coming back again next year for new trip with your company.
Author: Farah | Rating: 5Visited: August 2025
I had an amazing travel experience with Advantour in Azerbaijan. It was my first time to use their services and it worked well for me. Everything went like clockwork, right from the pre-trip arrangements, all online with Yuriy, to airport transfers and the hotels, Radisson in Baku and Macara in Sheki. I didn't have to worry about anything during the six day tour.
We were a small group of four travellers, apart from the guide Elnara, who was top notch, always punctual, knowledgeable and fluent in English, and the driver Hosbach who handled the car really well.
The itinerary was well planned with some free time. I really enjoyed the guided walk in Icheri Sheher, Old City in Baku, and the Diri Baba Mausoleum in Maraza. The best part was the outdoor meal of qutab and chai en route to Sheki.
Overall Advantour handled everything perfectly and I would highly recommend using their services for your next Caucasus trip.
We were a small group of four travellers, apart from the guide Elnara, who was top notch, always punctual, knowledgeable and fluent in English, and the driver Hosbach who handled the car really well.
The itinerary was well planned with some free time. I really enjoyed the guided walk in Icheri Sheher, Old City in Baku, and the Diri Baba Mausoleum in Maraza. The best part was the outdoor meal of qutab and chai en route to Sheki.
Overall Advantour handled everything perfectly and I would highly recommend using their services for your next Caucasus trip.
Author: Serena P. | Rating: 5Visited: April 2025
Everything was well organized and truly enjoyable. Azerbaijan is a hidden gem in the Caucasus - definitely worth a visit!