Private pickup in Delhi and assistance to the airport; allow time for check-in and visa/boarding procedures. This ensures a smooth start to your international flight.
Direct or one-stop flight from Indira Gandhi International (DEL) to Heydar Aliyev Airport (GYD); times vary by carrier — scheduled morning departure gives afternoon arrival in Baku.
Meet your private transfer on arrival and check in at a 5-star Baku hotel (Four Seasons / Fairmont / JW Marriott or similar). Rest and freshen up after your flight.
Tasty introduction to Azerbaijani and regional cuisine in central Baku; both are reliably open at lunchtime and close by late evening. Good for sampling local flavors near Fountain Square.
Explore cobbled lanes, medieval walls and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs — museums usually open 10:00–18:00 and the Old City is enjoyable by late afternoon and evening lights.
Dinner in the Old City or a hotel rooftop grill with views of Flame Towers; restaurants open through the evening and are perfect for your first night in Baku.
Zaha Hadid's iconic cultural center with cutting-edge architecture and rotating exhibitions; open ~10:00–19:00 — book tickets in advance if there's a major exhibit.
Upscale dinner in one of Baku's top restaurants — perfect for a luxury evening with local and international dishes; opens for dinner service in the evening.
If weather allows, a night cruise on the Caspian offers city skyline views; availability in winter depends on conditions — confirm locally before booking.
Enjoy morning breakfast and prepare luggage for the private transfer north to Shahdag Mountain Resort; depart after breakfast for maximum day on the slopes.
Rent skis/snowboards and hit the slopes; winter lift operations typically run ~09:00–16:00/17:00 in peak season — confirm exact lift hours on arrival. Great for beginners and intermediates with available lessons.
Take the Tufandag cable car for panoramic mountain views and winter activities — cable car and attractions usually operate 09:00–17:00 in winter; great photo opportunities and short scenic hikes.
Short drive to Nohur Lake or local scenic overlooks; in late December you may see snow-covered landscapes and frozen waters — an atmospheric nature stop.
Return to central Baku for a relaxed lunch and last-minute shopping on Nizami Street or Fountain Square; stores and restaurants open throughout the day.
Evening departure to Delhi — schedule flights to match your chosen return; alternatively, if you prefer to celebrate New Year's Eve in Baku, swap the evening flight and book a hotel New Year's gala (high demand).