Is this country safe to travel?

Yes, these are perfect places to travel and enjoy. The police here are also tourist-friendly and listen to travellers, so there is no need to worry.

Do we need a negative COVID-19 PCR result to travel?

No, you do not need a negative PCR result. If you are fully vaccinated, you are free to travel in the region.

What is the religion of people in Azerbaijan?

Azerbaijan is a multi-ethnic country where representatives of all religions live in peace and harmony. Although various religious confessions function in Azerbaijan, Islam has the dominant position.

What is the language spoken in Azerbaijan?

The official language is Azerbaijani; Russian, English and Turkish are also widely used.

Why is Azerbaijan called the land of fire?

Azerbaijan is linked to fire from ancient times: the local population considered fire their god and worshipped it, and "Azer" itself means fire — reflected today in the Flame Towers and the eternal flames of Yanar Dag.

What are the living expenses in Azerbaijan?

The capital's monthly cost of living is approximately 800 manat (AZN), making it an affordable destination overall.

Can you drink alcohol in Azerbaijan?

In Baku (the capital) it is allowed in most places, except places of religious purpose such as mosques.

What is Azerbaijan most famous for?

The Fire Temple, Yanar Dag burning hillside, the mud volcanoes of Gobustan and the many historic cities you will fall in love with.

Weekend Break

Day 2 — Gobustan, Mud Volcanoes & Fire Temple

1 / 12

Weekend Break

Baku Highlights: 2 Nights/3 Days Tour

3 Departure Dates

A fast-paced 3-day Baku weekend break: a full guided city tour of the Old City and modern landmarks, then Gobustan's rock art, mud volcanoes and the Ateshgah Fire Temple, ideal for a short stopover.

There are 3 departures. Pick the one that suits you: 12 Oct · 6 seats left

3D2N Baku Highlights: 2 Nights/3 Days Tour

Baku Departure 12 Oct 1 City J2

USD 390/pax

View Itinerary Book Now

Booking can be made with a deposit of Deposit USD 100 per person

Indicative per-person price based on twin sharing. Final hotel rates are confirmed for your dates.

1 view

Trip Itinerary

Download ItineraryPDF · A4 · with photos

1

Day 1

Arrival & Baku City Tour

Your guide meets you at the airport and transfers you to the hotel, then leads a 5–6 hour city tour taking in the Flame Towers, the Caspian boulevard and the walled Icheri Sheher with the Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs. Overnight: Baku.

2

Day 2

Gobustan, Mud Volcanoes & Fire Temple

A full day out of the city: the 40,000-year-old rock engravings of Gobustan National Park, the bubbling mud volcanoes, then the Ateshgah fire temple and the burning hillside of Yanar Dag on the Absheron Peninsula. Overnight: Baku.