Foreword
If you want to see the most hidden corners of Baku and the colorful villages of the country, hi-tech buildings and sacred places, hear romantic legends. Be sure, that this program is for you. Be ready to get a lot of impressions travelling around all over Azerbaijan. Here the mountains rush to the sky, and the ancient stonewalls remember events so long ago that they almost completely disappeared from people's memory and turned into fantastic legends.
How the program is going
We conducted hundreds of excursions for the guests of Azerbaijan within several years. Unlike many of travel and intermediary agencies and companies, which often do not conduct excursions themselves, we as a guide team develop and conduct excursion programs ourselves.
I am sure that a trip to Azerbaijan will leave an unforgettable mark on your hearts!
Day One / Mysterious and unique Baku
You will understand why thousands of tourists come to this city every year.
In just one day, you can see several eras here, from the Middle Ages to the present
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Baku is a city with a rich cultural heritage, and there are architectural monuments built several centuries ago
If there is no time for a detailed tour of the capital, we will visit the old city of Icheri Sheher, namely visiting card of Baku.
Then we will have an amazing walk in the evening and night city, you will see stunning illumination, and find out why the capital of sunny Azerbaijan is called the "land of fire"
Flames, vibrant reflections on the sea waves ... It seems that there is never darkness in Baku, even at night there is light. The evening city is completely different from the day city. You will see old buildings and the latest buildings. Well, the guests of Baku will be completely amazed and impressed by such an unusual walk!
Day Two / Gobustan and Apsheron - national treasures of Azerbaijan
We offer an excursion to Gobustan and Apsheron for those who are interested in the mysteries and secrets of ancient Azerbaijan. Why?
Firstly, you can see an amazing natural phenomenon - mud volcanoes, and secondly, admire the rock paintings that our distant ancestors left here thousands years ago.
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Gobustan nature preserve is included in the UNESCO list and one of the wonders of the world. You will see a fantastic sight: a flame bursts directly from the earth, which never goes out.
On Apsheron, we will also visit the Ateshgah temple, where the fire-worshipers began to settle in the 17th century. After completing our cultural program, it is a time to sit in a restaurant and try fish dishes of national Azerbaijani cuisine. I assure you have never tasted such yummy dishes!
Third Day/ Khizi Agate Mountains and Beshbarmag Rock
High mountains sparkling in the setting sun, like precious stones ... It seems that this place from magical dreams simply cannot exist in reality.
Khizi is a completely such a region of Azerbaijan, which never leave anyone indifferent.
You will see everything with your own eyes, touch rocks with your hands, and even take away from here a small pebble of agate - the most popular local souvenir. On the way to the colored mountains, we will stop at the Azerbaijani place of power - Mount Beshbarmag. Reseeding on a jeep, you will reach the sanctuary of Hydyrzinda at the very top of the mountain. You will listen to stories and legends associated with this mysterious place.
Day Four/Shemakha and Lagich / Ethno tour with a visit to the winery
In Shemakha you will wait for the Diri Baba Mausoleum and Muslim Mosques. Then we will visit the Lagich village of artisans. The streets of Lagich are homely and clean. Here, everyone, young and old, is engaged in some kind of business. The main "craft" is the manufacture of copper products. You will not only see the skillful work of local artisans, but also buy your favorite little thing as a souvenir.
By tradition, locals invite all guests to their house.
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You will try the local cuisine, listen to stories about people who lived and worked here many centuries ago.
Day Five / Culinary master class with visiting of oriental bazaars and shops
Just a few people know how to cook real dolma, pilaf. Do you want to try the most delicious pilaf in the world, dolma and not just try, but also learn how to cook it? Then welcome to our culinary master class!
You will go to the bazaar to choose the best products and spices, and then plunge into the culinary process under the guidance of an experienced chef.
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Included in cost:
- Guest houses in the regions
- Breakfasts in guesthouses;
- Transfers according to the program
- Program Guide Services
- Cultural excursion program
- Tasting the national bread with traditional cheeses
- Culinary master class on cooking national dishes
- Stops in blooming gardens and places for memorable photos
Not included in the price:
- Accommodation in Baku
- Personal expenses.
- Everything that is not included in the list “included in cost”
Information for Guides
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