8 Nights / 9 Days | 26 June – 4 July 2026
Azerbaijan Awaits – Where Every Mile Tells a Story
Discover the magic of Azerbaijan on this immersive 9‑day journey curated by Avanti Holidays. From the futuristic skyline and ancient legends of Baku to the lush mountains of Qabala, the cultural treasures of Sheki, and the historic towns of Shamakhi and Lahij, this tour blends history, folklore, cuisine, and nature into one unforgettable experience.
Travel comfortably with a private group, expert English‑speaking guide, premium hotels, and thoughtfully crafted sightseeing that ensures you experience the very best of the Land of Fire.
Tour Highlights :
Explore Baku’s Old City (Icherisheher) – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Witness prehistoric Qobustan Petroglyphs and bubbling Mud Volcanoes
Experience Azerbaijan’s fire‑worshipping history at Ateshgah and Yanardag
Visit ancient fortresses and ethnographic museums on the Absheron Peninsula
Discover the crafts and cobbled streets of Lahij Village
Step back in time at Sheki Khan’s Palace and the Silk Road Caravanserai
Enjoy alpine landscapes, cable cars & waterfalls in Qabala
Shop at local bazaars and modern malls in Baku
Detailed Itinerary :
Day 1 – June 26 | Arrival in Baku
Warm welcome at Baku International Airport. Private transfer to your hotel and smooth check‑in. Relax and unwind after your journey.
Day 2 – June 27 | Baku City Tour
Discover the soul of Azerbaijan’s capital:
UNESCO‑listed Icherisheher (Old City)
Maiden Tower and its legendary tales
Shirvanshah’s Palace, ancient caravanserais & hamams
Heydar Aliyev Center (iconic modern architecture)
Carpet Museum & scenic Baku Boulevard
Sunset views from Highland Park
Day 3 – June 28 | Qobustan & Absheron
Ride vintage Lada cars to surreal Mud Volcanoes
Qobustan Petroglyphs – rock art over 12,000 years old
Ateshgah Fire Temple – Zoroastrian heritage site
Yanardag Fire Mountain – eternal natural flame
Day 4 – June 29 | Fortresses & Museums
Qala Ethnographic Museum – village life recreated
From Waste to Art Museum
Medieval Mardakan Fortress
Strategic hilltop Ramana Fortress with sweeping views
Day 5 – June 30 | Shamakhi – Lahij – Sheki
Diri Baba Mausoleum carved into rock
Shamakhi Juma Mosque (one of the Caucasus’ oldest)
Lahij Village – copper craft, stone houses & traditions
Evening arrival in Sheki, hotel check‑in
Day 6 – July 1 | Sheki City Tour
Stunning Sheki Khan’s Palace with stained‑glass shebeke
Upper Caravanserai (Silk Road legacy)
Albanian Church
Sweet Shop Street – taste famous Sheki Halva
Day 7 – July 2 | Qabala Excursion
Scenic drive to Tufandag Mountain Resort
Cable car ride over the Caucasus Mountains
Seven Beauties Waterfall
Tranquil Nohurgol Lake
Return to Baku by evening
Day 8 – July 3 | Shopping & Leisure
Explore Eastern & Green Bazaars
Taste local delicacies: pakhlava, shakarbura, parvarda
Visit Baku Zoo
Free time at Ganjlik Mall or Deniz Mall
Day 9 – July 4 | Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport with wonderful memories of Azerbaijan.
Reserve your spot today and experience the magic of Russia like never before!