| Day No | Time | Day Title | Itinerary | Meal Plan | Night Halt |
| 1 | 00:00 Hrs | Arrival in Baku | Welcome to your Southern Travels Amazing Azerbaijan Tour. On arrival in Baku, you will be welcomed by your Southern Travels representative and transferred to your hotel. Check in at hotel.
Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight in Baku.
| | Baku |
| 2 | 00:00 Hrs | ABSHERON Full Day Tour | Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to the ancient zoroastrian temple "Ateshgah" which is considered as an authentic Azerbaijani exotic site to visit. It is located approximately 30 km from the center of Baku in the suburb of Surakhany. You will learn a lot about the temple from your guide, particularly, more about the history of creation of such a temple in Baku and unique natural phenomenon of burning natural gas outlets. (Entrance included)
In the second part of visit, after visiting the temple you will go directly to "Yanar Dag" ("Burning Mountain"), located not too far from Ateshgah Temple. It is the most famous and popular tourist site of the “eternal flame” in Azerbaijan. Actually, it is rather a hill than a mountain, with natural gas burning on its slope from ancient times. (Entrance included)
Hyder Aliyev Centre It is a 57,500 m2 (619,000 sq ft) building complex in Baku, Azerbaijan designed by Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid. The Heydar Aliyev Centre represents a fluid form which emerges by the folding of the landscape’s natural topography and by the wrapping of individual functions of the Centre. All functions of the Center, together with entrances, are represented by folds in a single continuous surface.
Overnight in Baku.
| Breakfast | Baku |
| 3 | 00:00 Hrs | Baku-Gabala / Highlights of Gabala tour | Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Early In the morning, depart from your hotel in Baku to Qabala. On the way to Qabala, you will have chance to visit historical Juma Mosque. Gabala tour will start by panoramic view of the city. Rope way of Tufandag summer-winter tourist complex is an ideal place to enjoy freshness breeze of Caucasus Mountains and take incredible view of the city. Also, here you will visit other attractions and interesting sites in the surrounding area of Gabala, such as waterfall 7 beauty and Lake Nohur. Except natural sights Gabala also known as one of the most ancient cities of Azerbaijan. The main sight of Gabala is the ruins of an ancient town Kabalaka (Chuhur Gabala), located in 15km from the city centre. You will have chance to visit this famous place, which was mentioned in historical sources of the 1st century, and for 600 years was the capital of Caucasian Albania.
Overnight in Gabala.
| Breakfast | Gabala |
| 4 | 00:00 Hrs | Gabala-Sheki Tour | Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Early In the morning, depart from your hotel in Gabala to Sheki. On the way to Sheki, you will have chance to visit Shamakhi. During Shamakhi Tour you will have a chance to see the habits of Azerbaijanis, to get information about its first mosque, and to explore the amazing view which is opening from the mountains.
Diri Baba Mausoleum (Maraza Village) The first stop of the Shamakhi tour is Sufi Dervish Mausoleum Diri Baba, located across from the old cemetery. For a long time, the local resident has kept the legend that their imperishable Saint Diri-Baba had been buried. However, many other legends and mystical details are connected with this landmark. Therefore, since the 17th century, it attracts pilgrims and simply curious visitors.
Juma Mosque, Shamakhi The oldest and largest mosque in Azerbaijan, Shamakhi Juma, according to the legend was built in the 8th century when Shamakhi was chosen as residence by an Arabian caliph. The initial Arabian inscription on the portal of the mosque said that the mosque had constructed in 744 AD. Therefore, Shamakhi Juma is considered one of the earliest mosques in the whole of Transcaucasia.
Sheki Khan's Palace, Sheki 0055 Azerbaijan The Palace itself built in 1762 as a summer residence for the Khan of Sheki. During the construction of the building, no single nails and glues were used. From inside, all the walls of the Palace are full of paintings which each painting has its own philosophical meaning. In the garden outside of the palace, you will discover 2 plane trees that both are 500 years old. (Entrance included)
Church of Kish, Sheki Azerbaijan On the way, visit the first Albanian church in Caucasus, dating back to the 1st century AD. Kish Albanian Church - The brilliantly renovated round-towered Albanian church in pretty Kish village has been lovingly converted into a very well-presented trilingual museum. It’s the best place anywhere to learn about mysterious Caucasian Albania, the Chris¬tian nation that once covered most of north¬ern Azerbaijan.
Karvansaray. “Caravanserai” historical complex in Sheki is two magnificent caravanserai which reached present days and traditionally named “Yukhari” and “Ashaghi” caravanserai, which means “Upper” and “Lower” Caravanserai in translation from Azerbaijani into English. Construction of these caravanserai is dated back to the 18th-19th centuries AD. “Lower” caravanserai has a rectangular shape with a large inner yard in the centre of which is located a pool. Total area of the caravanserai is 8000 m2 and dimensions are 55x85 meters. Four entries led to the yard from all four corners of the buildings. Transfer to Hotel in Gabala
Overnight in Gabala.
| Breakfast | Gabala |
| 5 | 00:00 Hrs | Baku Full Day Tour | Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Today we proceed for a Private city tour with a visit to the main historical Centre of Baku.
You’ll discover the major sights of Baku located both in old part of Baku called “Ichari Shahar” and more modern parts of seaside boulevard, uphill parks and buildings. You will get to know the evolution of Baku since its establishment in the V century through Soviet era up to its independence. Your guide will lead you along the most remarkable monuments and buildings, so you can take memorable shots on your way. Half-Day Baku City Sightseeing Tour covers most of the sights you can visit and see.
Martyrs Lane - Martyrs' Alley is an exhibition of Azerbaijanis' courage against Soviet occupation. Get a glimpse of the end of totalitarian Soviet regime during our visit of Martyrs' Alley. Baku Funicular - Enjoy the ride in a funicular while getting a short glimpse of Baku city up above from the hills of Baku. (Entrance included) Flame Towers - Right by the Martyrs' Lane, you will see the Flame Towers, famous for their unique modern architectural design. Daghustu Park ("Uphill Park") - At the Uphill Park, you will get a chance to see stunning view of the city. Great spot for selfies to show off your visit to Azerbaijan! :) Baku Ferris Wheel - is a Ferris wheel on Baku Boulevard in the Seaside National Park of Baku, capital of Azerbaijan. The wheel is 60 meters tall and has 30 cabins, each holding eight people. It makes a complete turn in 30 to 40 minutes. (Entrance included). Little Venice - restored into a new grand look, will be our third stop. It's not a long stop, but a view of the small oasis in Baku Boulevard. Baku Boulevard - Before we head to Baku Boulevard, we will have an hour-long lunch break, so you can take some rest, but also enjoy national dishes made by the soulful Azerbaijani people. Carpet Museum - After we enter Baku Boulevard, we will head to the Carpet Museum. The museum is a must see if you are in Baku at least for a day.
Continue with Baku Old City, Fountain Square - Our second stop, the Fountain Square, was one of the first ever parks created in Azerbaijan and was full of mansions of oil magnates. It's located in the central street of Baku and was called "Torgovaya", translated as the trading street. Until 90s this street was full of merchants trading souvenirs, vintage accessories and clothings. Baku Old Town "Icharishahar" - Old Town of Baku is a beautiful maze, full of narrow streets, surprising sights, old wooden balconies, stone roads and an atmosphere that you'll never forget. A discovery by itself, every time you visit this part of the city. Museum of Miniature Books - used to be in the Guinness Books of World Records until recently, but still it has a great collection of miniature and even almost microscopic books. A small museum that will be our first stop on our way to discover more! Palace of the Shirvanshahs - Next, enter the Shirvanshahs’ Palace, the central part of ancient Shiranshahs kingdom and dive into the spirit of Islamic civilization while passing through the courtyard and king’s private rooms. Get to know the history of the palace and visit the mausoleums that witnessed many troubles for the past two centuries.
Maiden Tower - Second place we will visit is the most remarkable and mysterious monument – the Maiden Tower, built in the south-east part of the Old Town. Once you immerse yourself into the experience of discovering such extraordinary building, you will know why it is considered as the symbol of Baku.
Overnight in Baku.
| Breakfast | Baku |
| 6 | 00:00 Hrs | Departure | Today you will be transferred to Airport for your flight back home. We trust that you enjoyed your Vacation. Please do give us your valuable suggestions on feedback@southerntravels.in. | Breakfast | Tour Concludes Here... |