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Azerbaijan · A flexible NxVoy holiday

Baku and Land of Fire

4 nights from Baku, visiting Icherisheher, Mud Volcanoes, Yanar Dag, and Ateshgah
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4 nights
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Baku
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The journey

Discover the heritage and unique landscapes of Azerbaijan on this five-day tour based in Baku. Arrive in the capital and explore the historic heart of Icherisheher, home to the centuries-old Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs. Take in sweeping views across the Caspian Sea from Upland Park and experience an evening light show.

Venture beyond the city to observe the bubbling mud volcanoes, the natural burning hillside of Yanar Dag, and the historic Ateshgah Fire Temple. Enjoy free time in Baku for local tea, music, carpet browsing, and cultural venues, with an optional night tour available before your departure transfer.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Icherisheher: Historic Walled City blending Persian, Ottoman, and Russian architectural influences

02

Maiden Tower: Ancient historic structure believed to have served as an early fire temple

03

Palace of the Shirvanshahs: Medieval Azerbaijani architecture dating back to the fifteenth century

04

Mud Volcanoes: Rare natural bubbling mud vents creating an unusual landscape

05

Yanar Dag: Hillside natural gas fire burning continuously for centuries

06

Ateshgah Fire Temple: Ancient sanctuary venerated by Zoroastrian and Hindu pilgrims

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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Day 1 · Baku

Arrival in Baku

Land at Heydar Aliyev International Airport and meet your transfer to the hotel, situated near the Walled City of Baku. Settle in and spend the evening at your own pace, resting after your flight or walking through the surrounding city streets. No meals are specified for today. Overnight in Baku.

Meal notes

Meals not included

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Day 2 · Baku

Baku Old City and Upland Park

Have breakfast at the hotel before touring Icherisheher, where Persian, Ottoman, and Russian styles meet. Visit Maiden Tower and walk through the 15th-century Palace of the Shirvanshahs. Browse local art galleries, souvenir shops, and dining spots in the historic quarters. Later, head up to Upland Park for panoramic vistas of the Caspian Sea and the city skyline, followed by the light show at 8:30 PM. Overnight in Baku.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 3 · Baku

Mud Volcanoes, Yanar Dag, and Ateshgah

Enjoy breakfast, then travel out to see the bubbling vents of the mud volcanoes across an otherworldly terrain. Head next to Yanar Dag, the Fire Mountain, to observe the perpetual natural gas flames licking the hillside. Continue to the Ateshgah Fire Temple, a historic place of worship for Zoroastrian and Hindu pilgrims, centred around an eternal flame altar. Return to Baku for the night.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 4 · Baku

Baku Culture and Leisure

Start the day with breakfast before spending your time taking in the city at your leisure. Listen to traditional Kabuz music, sample Azerbaijani black tea served in armudu glasses, or shop for hand-woven Talysh carpets. You can also visit local theatres, opera halls, and jazz venues. In the evening, you may choose an optional 4-hour Panoramic Night Tour to see the city lights. Overnight in Baku.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 5 · Baku

Departure from Baku

Begin with breakfast at your hotel. If flight departure timings permit, take an optional detour to Boyuk Zira Island to view its wartime remains and abandoned structures. You will then be transferred to Heydar Aliyev International Airport for your scheduled onward journey, marking the end of the programme.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 5

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Places worth exploring

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Icherisheher

Walled medieval core featuring Maiden Tower, the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, and historic streetscapes.

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Mud Volcanoes

Uncommon geological formation with active bubbling mud vents across an expansive landscape.

Yanar Dag

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Yanar Dag

Continuous natural gas blaze burning directly on the hillside for hundreds of years.

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Ateshgah Fire Temple

Sacred castle-style temple complex built around a central altar flame for historic pilgrims.

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Good to know

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Local currencyAzerbaijani Manat (₼)
Your starting price₹3,800

per person, twin-share. Includes accommodation only. Flights and ground transfers are NOT included. TBC: sightseeing vehicle.

Local know-how
  • Entry fees to monuments, museums, and parks are not included and must be paid locally.
  • Optional excursions, including the Panoramic Night Tour and the detour to Boyuk Zira Island, depend on available time and incur additional fees.
When is the best time to visit Baku?

Our travel experts advise the ideal window for Baku when you request your tailored quote.

How many days is Baku and Land of Fire?

5 days and 4 nights.

What are the must-see highlights of Baku?

Icherisheher; Mud Volcanoes; Yanar Dag; Ateshgah Fire Temple.

Who is Baku and Land of Fire best suited to?

couples, families, friends, groups

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Baku and Land of Fire cost?

From ₹3,800 per person, twin-share. Includes accommodation only. Flights and ground transfers are NOT included. TBC: sightseeing vehicle.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 4-night itinerary?

Accommodation as per plan on a breakfast basis; Vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Baku and Land of Fire?

Travel to the start point by air or train. We can add flights from your city to your quote.; Personal Expenses like Entry charges, Telephone, Fax, Internet, Laundry, etc.; Any Extra Meals.; Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary.; Boating and other activities; Any entry fees for the museum, park, Jeep Safari or anything else.; Room Heater Charges.; Insurance..

How do I book Baku and Land of Fire?

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Do I need a visa for Baku?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹3,800
per person, twin-share. Includes accommodation only. Flights and ground transfers are NOT included. TBC: sightseeing vehicle.
Flights not included
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