Morning: Arrive at Heydar Aliyev International Airport and transfer to your hotel in downtown Baku. After settling in, take a leisurely stroll to the historic Icherisheher (Old City) and marvel at its narrow alleys.
Afternoon: Explore the iconic Maiden Tower, climbing to its top for panoramic city views, then wander to the nearby Shirvanshah Palace to admire medieval architecture.
Evening: Dine at a traditional Azerbaijani restaurant on Fountain Square, sampling dishes like plov and dolma, and enjoy the lively street performances.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the futuristic Heydar Aliyev Center, designed by Zaha Hadid, and explore its rotating exhibitions of art and design.
Afternoon: Walk along the glittering Flame Towers and take a short elevator ride to the observation deck for sweeping views of the Caspian Sea.
Evening: Relax on the scenic Baku Boulevard, ride the Ferris wheel, and watch the nightly light show over the Caspian shoreline.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart for the UNESCO‑listed Gobustan National Park, where ancient petroglyphs tell stories of early human life.
Afternoon: Continue to the nearby Gobustan Mud Volcanoes, a surreal landscape of bubbling mud domes that few places in the world can match.
Evening: Return to Baku, enjoy a relaxed dinner at a seaside café, and reflect on the day’s unique natural wonders.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel westward to the picturesque town of Sheki, crossing the scenic Caucasus foothills.
Afternoon: Tour the lavish Sheki Khan’s Palace, famous for its intricate stained‑glass windows and ornate frescoes, then explore the historic Caravanserai (Sheki Bazaar).
Evening: Sample local specialties such as Sheki halva in a traditional tea house and enjoy a quiet night in the town’s charming guesthouse.
Find HotelsMorning: Head to the adventure hub of Qabala, where the stunning Tufandag Mountain provides opportunities for a short hike or cable‑car ride.
Afternoon: Visit the Qabala Archaeological Museum and stroll around the picturesque Lake Qabala, perfect for a leisurely boat ride.
Evening: Return to Baku for your flight home, or extend your stay to explore more of Azerbaijan’s coastal towns.
Find HotelsTo extend the trip, add a day in the Caspian coastal town of Lankaran for beach relaxation and tea‑plantation tours, or explore the mountain resort of Khinalug for authentic village life. If you need to shorten the itinerary, skip the Qabala adventure and spend the final day exploring more of Baku’s museums and markets before departure.