Day 1: Istanbul-Baku  

Meeting at the Turkish Airlines counter in front of the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport, one day before our tour starts at 22:20. After completing ticket and baggage procedures, we depart for Baku on Turkish Airlines flight TK 338 at 01:20. We arrive in Baku at 05:25 local time. After passport and customs procedures, we begin our panoramic city tour of Baku with our private vehicle. As part of our tour, we view the Haydar Aliyev Center, known for its modern architecture, panoramically; then we take short photo stops at Flag Square and Baku Boulevard. After the city tour, we proceed to our hotel. We complete check-in procedures and settle into our rooms. In the evening, guests who wish may optionally join the Baku Old Town Evening Tour and Azerbaijan Night Tour arranged additionally. Overnight at our hotel.

Extra Tour: Baku Old Town Evening Tour and Azerbaijan Night Tour – 80 Euro per person

In the evening, we depart from our hotel and head to Icherisheher (Old Town), the historic heart of Baku. On this walking tour within this unique area listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, we have the opportunity to closely see narrow stone streets, historic caravanserais, and medieval architecture. During our tour, we view Maiden Tower, Shirvanshahs Palace, and the historic city walls panoramically; while listening to our guide’s commentary, we learn about Baku’s historical and cultural fabric. After photo stops, we visit Nizami (Targovi) Street in Baku, reminiscent of Istanbul’s Istiklal Avenue. Targovi, one of the city’s most lively and popular areas, is the heart of Baku’s social life with its shops, boutique stores, cafes, and restaurants. With its elegant buildings reflecting 19th-century European architecture and a vibrant atmosphere, it is an ideal spot for both shopping and a pleasant walk. Accompanied by street artists and sparkling shop windows, we have the chance to get to know Baku’s modern face up close. Then we proceed to Dagustu Park, one of Baku’s most beautiful viewpoints. After seeing Martyrs’ Lane, Turkish Martyrs’ Cemetery, and Flame Towers, we capture unforgettable photos while viewing the Caspian Sea, Baku Boulevard, and the city’s modern silhouette panoramically. While enjoying pleasant moments under the evening lights with a view of Baku, later in the evening you will experience a delightful local restaurant where you can taste the most special flavors of Azerbaijani cuisine accompanied by live music. This tour, blending traditional rhythms, local flavors, and Baku’s nightlife energy, will be one of the most unforgettable evenings during your journey. Transfer to our hotel after the program ends. Overnight at our hotel.

Day 2: Baku

After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the Absheron Peninsula Tour organized additionally by our guide. After completing our tour, guests who wish may join the Caspian Sea Boat Tour organized additionally by our guide. Then we transfer back to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Extra Tour: Absheron Peninsula Tour – 70 Euro per person

We start our tour with the Absheron Peninsula tour. Our first stop is the Ateshgah Temple. One of the three Zoroastrian temples in the world, this sacred site enchants its visitors. Throughout history, Ateshgah has been accepted as a pilgrimage center for followers of Zoroastrianism; with its architecture, courtyard, and mystical atmosphere, it offers an unforgettable experience. Then we visit Yanardag, Absheron’s most surprising natural wonder, which Marco Polo called the “Land of Fire.” Standing before the eternal line of fire caused by natural gas emerging from underground, you can take unique photos and truly feel the meaning behind Azerbaijan’s title “Land of Fire” (Odlar Yurdu). This tour, filled with nature, history, and legends, is one of Azerbaijan’s most impressive experiences.

Extra Tour: Caspian Sea Boat Tour – 50 Euro per person

We explore the modern silhouette of the city from the sea with a pleasant boat tour on the Caspian Sea, the pearl of Azerbaijan. Alongside Flame Towers, Seaside Boulevard, modern Baku architecture, and the deep blue views of the Caspian, our journey offers guests both a relaxing and uniquely photographic experience. Dancing with the city lights, this tour is one of the must-do activities during a visit to Baku.

Day 3: Baku

After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish may join the Gobustan, Mud Volcanoes, and Haydar Aliyev Cultural Center Tour. After our tour, we spend the night at our hotel.

Extra Tour: Gobustan & Haydar Aliyev Cultural Center Tour – 90 Euro per person 

Our first stop is Gobustan National Park, located approximately 60 km south of Baku and listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Mud volcanoes, one of the natural wonders of Baku and its surroundings, are among Azerbaijan’s world-famous geological riches. It is estimated that there are approximately 700 mud volcanoes worldwide, and about 300 of them are located in Azerbaijan. Therefore, Azerbaijan is one of the countries with the highest concentration of active mud volcanoes in the world. In fact, geologists at NASA who studied the planet Mars have noted that the structural characteristics of Azerbaijan’s mud volcanoes resemble the high terrains of Mars. During the tour, we reach the area where the volcanoes are located. Here, we observe this natural wonder formed by hot mud and gas bubbles rising from the ground. Mud volcanoes offer a unique landscape with small mud cones erupting and surrounding geological formations. Our guide explains in detail the formation process of the volcanoes, the geological structure of the region, and the historical and cultural significance of the volcanoes for the local population. After our visit to Gobustan, we turn our route toward the Haydar Aliyev Cultural Center, the symbol of modern Azerbaijan. Designed by the world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid, this building is one of Baku’s most iconic structures with its striking curved form and unusual architecture. Inside the center, besides cultural and art exhibitions, there is also a classic car collection that attracts great interest from guests. Here, you can see and photograph perfectly restored Soviet-era classic cars dating from the 1940s to the 1970s, rare models such as Volga, Moskvich, and Chaika from the USSR period, former official state vehicles used in state protocol, and vintage automobiles of high collectible value. This section of the museum offers a very impressive experience for both classic car enthusiasts and guests who love nostalgia.

Day 4: Baku

After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish may join the Modern Baku & Mini Venice & Carpet Museum Panoramic Tour. After our tour, we spend the night at our hotel.

Extra Tour: Modern Baku & Mini Venice & Carpet Museum Panoramic Tour – 60 Euro per person

For guests wishing to discover the modern face of Baku, we organize a pleasant and non-tiring city tour. We begin our tour with a panoramic cruise along Baku Boulevard on the shores of the Caspian Sea. Then we photograph the iconic exterior architecture of the Carpet Museum (Carpet Museum), one of the city’s most aesthetic buildings. The most entertaining part of the tour is Mini Venice (Little Venice). By taking a short stroll in this area that brings the Venetian atmosphere to Baku with its canals, stone bridges, and gondolas, we capture unique shots. Filled with modern architecture, the seaside promenade, and open-air photo spots, this tour will add both visual appeal and enjoyment to your Baku trip. It offers an ideal experience especially for guests who prefer a leisurely pace.

Day 5: Baku – Istanbul

After breakfast, we check out of our rooms and spend free time until the flight departure time. At the time specified by our guide, we transfer to Baku Airport. We depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK341 at 16:50. After a comfortable and relaxing flight, we arrive at Istanbul Airport at 19:00. End of our tour. We bid farewell to our valued guests and look forward to seeing you on your next journey.

Extra Tour Individual Purchase Price (Per Person)

Baku Old Town Evening Tour and Azerbaijan Night Tour 80 €

Absheron Peninsula Tour 70 €

Caspian Sea Boat Tour 50 €

Gobustan & Haydar Aliyev Cultural Center Tour 90 €

Modern Baku & Mini Venice & Carpet Museum Panoramic Tour 60 €

Total Individual Purchase 350 €

%10 Discount Amount 35 €

Full Extra Tour Package (%10 Discounted) 315 €

Important Information

• The %10 Full Package discount is valid only when all extra tours are purchased as a package.

• Extra tours can be purchased from our sales offices before the tour begins or through our regional guides during the tour.

• Since operational planning and reservations are made in advance, cancellations, changes, or refunds cannot be processed for purchased extra tours.

• Guests not participating in extra tours may be left at a suitable rest facility, gas station, shopping mall, or another safe location determined by the guide, depending on the tour operation. They will be picked up from the same location at the end of the tour and rejoin the group.

• The order, content, and visiting hours of extra tour programs may be changed by the guide due to operational requirements, weather conditions, or regulations applied by official authorities.

• A minimum number of participants is required for extra tours to be conducted. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the tour may be cancelled or an alternative program may be implemented.