Baku-Eid Al Adha Holiday

Baku, Azerbaijan’s capital on the Caspian Sea, blends historic sites like the Old City (Icherisheher) with modern landmarks such as the Flame Towers and Heydar Aliyev Center. It serves as a major economic and cultural hub. Meanwhile, Shahdag in northeastern Azerbaijan offers stunning natural beauty and outdoor activities, including skiing and hiking, set in the Greater Caucasus. The region’s traditional villages and tourism developments make it a tranquil escape. Together, Baku and Shahdag showcase Azerbaijan’s rich cultural and natural diversity.

Day 1: ARRIVAL IN BAKU- TRANSFER – CHECK IN- PANORAMIC TOUR (2-3 Hrs.)

• After arrival in Baku International Airport, once you collect all your luggage and go to “Arrivals” Section of the Airport, our “Meeter” will meet you in the Airport holding a board with our Company Logo on it. She or He will escort you to the vehicle and will take you to your hotel.
• Check-in at the Hotel to your room and rest for a while.
• Proceed to evening city view tour with car Visit to Highland Park-Alley of Martyrs, The National Assembly- also transliterated as Milli Majlis, Flame towers- the tallest skyscraper in Baku.
• Later you will visit Baku Crystal Hall – an indoor arena in Baku, Azerbaijan. Located on the coast of Baku near National Flag Square, construction of the arena began in August 2011 and finished in April 2012—in time for it to host its first major event, the 2012 edition of the Eurovision Song Contest Walking through Baku Boulevard which stretches along a south-facing bay on the Caspian Sea. It traditionally starts at Freedom Square continuing west to the Old City and beyond. Since 2012, the Yeni Bulvar (New Boulevard) has virtually doubled the length to 3.75
• Overnight stay at hotel in Tbilisi.

*Note – Standard check-in time to your hotel room will be 14:00/15:00.

Day 2: BAKU FULL DAY CITY TOUR (6-7 Hrs.) (B)

• Breakfast in Hotel
• Proceed to Old City or Inner City is the historical core of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The Old City is the most ancient part of Baku, which is surrounded by walls were well protected. In 2007, the Old City had a population of about 3000 people. In December 2000, the Old City of Baku, including the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and Maiden Tower, became the first location in Azerbaijan to be classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
• After Old City guests will experience the happening street of Nizami Street known for shopping. The street’s history could be traced back to Baku’s town-planning project of 1864. The street runs through the city’s downtown from west to east. It begins from Abdulla Shaig Street, in mountainous part of the city and ends at railroad bed on Sabit Orujov Street, near a monument to Shah Ismail Khatai in “Black City”. Total length of the street is 3,538 m.
• Fountains Square is a public square in downtown Baku, capital of Azerbaijan. The square was previously called Parapet and is often referenced to by the same name now. The name of the fountains square derives from the presence of dozens of fountains throughout the square first constructed during Soviet rule of Azerbaijan. The square is a public gathering place, especially after business hours and during the weekend.
• Visit to the charming example of modern architecture – The Heydar Aliyev Center – a 57,500 m2 building complex in Baku, Azerbaijan designed by Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid and noted for its distinctive architecture and flowing, curved style that eschews sharp angles. The center is named after Heydar Aliyev, the first secretary of Soviet Azerbaijan from 1969 to 1982, and president of Azerbaijan Republic from October 1993 to October 2003. (Photoshoot outside)
• Overnight stay at hotel in Baku.

Day 3: ABSHERON + GOBUSTAN TOUR (MUD VOLCANO) (B)

• Breakfast at the hotel. Approximate start of the tour at 10:00.
• Atasgah – At the beginning of our era, the Zoroastrian temple was built on the territory of the village of Surakhani at the site of the release of flammable gases. After the conquest of Azerbaijan by Arabs and After the acceptance of Islam by the inhabitants of Azerbaijan, the fire temple of the Zoroastrians was partially destroyed. The Fire worship in Surakhani resumed in the 15th century due to cultural and economic ties with India. In the 17th century, sources note Hindu pilgrims who arrived in Baku to worship fire. Wealthy Indian merchants-built structures around the ancient sanctuary. The earliest building of the temple dates back to 1713, surrounded by prayer rooms, cells, and a caravanserai.
• Yanar Dag- Yanar Dag, or the “Burning Mountain,” features eternal flames fueled by natural gas from a significant deposit. This flame is believed to have been burning since ancient times, with a fiery strip about 10 meters wide and one meter high, visible from a considerable distance in twilight. In prehistoric times, the Avesta, written on parchment made from the skins of 24,000 cows, contained religious and extensive scientific-philosophical value. According to the Avesta, the primary god was Ahura Mazda, and fire represented him on Earth. Thus, Zoroastrians worshiped fire as a deity. Over time, places where eternal fire emanated became places of worship for Zoroastrians, and in Azerbaijan, Ateshgah and Yanar Dag are such sacred sites.
• Gobustan- In Gobustan tourists will visit an interactive museum and an open-air museum of Rock Art. The open-air museum displays images from various epochs, dating back 10,000-8,000 years BC to the Middle Ages. Gobustan’s Rock Art occupies a high place among other rock collections in the world, showcasing the development stages in themes, styles, structures, and execution techniques. Over 6,000 drawings on 1,000 rocks, ancient dwellings like caves and settlements, around 40 burial mounds, and over 100,000 items of material culture have been discovered through archaeological efforts. These Rock Art, spanning from the Mesolithic era, provide insights into the region’s early civilization.
• Gobustan is included in the list of historical monuments protected by UNESCO. After Gobustan, tourists will head to mud volcanoes. Most of the mud volcanoes are located in Azerbaijan, mainly on the Absheron Peninsula. Volcanic mud is considered curative and is often used in cosmetology.
• Overnight stay at hotel in Baku.

Day 4: DEPARTURE TRANSFERS (B)

• Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
• Later, check out from the hotel and get transferred to the airport for your homebound flight.
• Departure

*Note – Standard check-out time from your hotel will be at 12:00PM.

!! Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing us!!

Please find the below requirements for Azerbaijan eVisa –

1. Clear Passport scan copy with validity of minimum 6 months.
2. Azerbaijan eVisa is based on Passport for eligible nationalities such as Indian,
3. Pakistani, others can check with us.
4. Other nationalities who are not eligible must apply for a visa from the Embassy or Consulate or Visa on arrival.

For Visa on Arrival:

1. Applicants must hold valid UAE residence with minimum validity of 6 months
2. and must be staying continuously in UAE for more than 6 months on UAE
3. residence visa.

Please note: Travelling Azerbaijan by road must carry a 3-month personal Bank Statement with sufficient funds and eVisa is mandatory.

eVisa charges: AED 150 per person
Processing time: 3-4 working days.

eVisa charges for urgent: AED 295 per person
Processing time: 1 working day

• Once confirmed, booking fees of AED 1500 will be Non-refundable.
• Prior to 60 days to 45 days: 50% of the holiday amount is nonrefundable
• 44 and 30 days of departure: 75% of the holiday cost
• Less than 29 days prior to departure 100% of the total amount will be deducted.