Our Baku City Discovery package offers a comprehensive 4-day, 3-night journey, designed to unveil the iconic landmarks, rich culture, and dynamic spirit of the "Land of Fire." Enjoy seamless transfers, a captivating city tour with a knowledgeable driver, and the comfort of carefully selected accommodations.
Tour Category: City Tour / Excursion Language: English or Arabic Speaking Driver
Package Duration:
- 4 Days / 3 Nights
Accommodation Options:
Choose from our handpicked 4-star hotels for a comfortable stay:
- Parkway Inn Hotel & Spa 4* (Budget-friendly option, or similar)
- Iris Hotel 4* (Or similar)
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: ARRIVAL IN BAKUUpon your arrival at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) in Baku, you'll be warmly met by our representative. Enjoy a comfortable transfer directly to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is free for you to relax and prepare for your city exploration.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Baku (on BB basis)
Day 2: BAKU CITY EXPLORATIONStart your day with a delightful breakfast at the hotel before being picked up for your comprehensive Baku City Tour.
- Heydar Aliyev Centre & "I Love Baku" Sign: Your tour will begin with a visit to the iconic Heydar Aliyev Centre, a masterpiece designed by world-famous architect Zaha Hadid. This vast, jaw-dropping architectural statement features fluid, abstract waves and peaks that seem to melt together, forming a majestic tribute to national leader Heydar Aliyev. Take your time pondering and photographing its extraordinary exterior from every angle. Don't miss a stop next to the popular “I love Baku” sign for memorable pictures.
- Highland Park & Flame Towers: Get a close look at Baku's most popular landmark, the Flame Towers. This impressive business and hotel complex is composed of three buildings, with surfaces fully covered in LED screens reflecting dynamic visual characters, easily visible from across the city, especially in the evening. Walk along the solemn Alley of Martyrs, a site often included in protocol visits by foreign officials. Then, enjoy the panoramic view of the city and its bay from Baku's Highland Park (also known as Upland Park), the highest point in the Azerbaijani capital.
- Baku Boulevard Wonders: Walk down to the famous Baku Boulevard, where you'll view the International Mugham Center, a unique structure shaped like the national musical instrument – 'tar', created to promote Azerbaijani 'mugham' (folk musical composition) worldwide. Here, you'll also see the Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum, designed by Austrian architect Franz Janz to ingeniously resemble a rolled carpet.
- Little Venice: Wander between the decorative stone bridges of the charming Little Venice, a picturesque town on the water, considered one of Baku's jewels. With its two large and several small islands, gondolas gracefully travel through channels filled with clean, still water.
- Old City (Icherisheher): Cross the street and enter Icherisheher (Inner City), affectionately known as a “Fortress” or "Old City." This unique historical and architectural conservation area in the heart of Baku is one of the country's most ancient places, with archaeological excavations revealing Bronze Age burial vaults. Explore well-known historical monuments like the mysterious Maiden Tower (12th century) and the grand Palace of Shirvanshahs (13th-16th centuries). Discover other unique structures such as ancient mosques, towering minarets, the remnants of historic caravanserais like “Multani” and “Bukhara,” and ancient baths. Stroll down the paved streets, immersing yourself in centuries of history, and browse the numerous souvenir shops where you can purchase national clothes, kerchiefs, dishes, and handmade carpets.
- Lunch Time: Enjoy a break for lunch (not included in package price).
- Free Time Suggestions for the Afternoon:
Pedestrian Nizami (former Torgovaya) Street: An old trading zone now bustling with shops and boutiques.
Fountain Square: A popular public place with many restaurants and shops, and a main location for public festivals and celebrations.
Park Boulevard Mall: Baku's first shopping mall, offering modern retail experiences.
Baku Boulevard: The second-largest promenade in Europe, perfect for a leisurely stroll.
Boat trip along Baku Bay (seasonal): An optional activity to see the city from the water. - Accommodation: Hotel in Baku (on BB basis)
Day 3: FREE DAY IN BAKU Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Today is a free day for you to explore the city at your own pace, revisit your favorite spots, or enjoy some shopping. Optional excursions can also be offered upon request to further enhance your Baku experience.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Baku (on BB basis)
Day 4: DEPARTURE Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel. After check-out, you will be transferred to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) for your departure, taking with you unforgettable memories of Baku.
Route / Key Places Visited:
- Heydar Aliyev Centre & "I love Baku" sign
- Upland Park (Highland Park) & Alley of Martyrs
- Flame Towers (exterior view)
- Baku Boulevard
- International Mugham Center (exterior view)
- Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum (exterior view)
- Little Venice
- Icherisheher (Old City): Maiden Tower, The Palace of Shirvanshahs, mosques, minarets, Caravanserais “Multani” and “Bukhara”, ancient baths, souvenir shops
- (Free time suggestions include) Nizami Street, Fountain Square, Park Boulevard Mall, Baku Bay