Full Day Baku Layover Tour
Baku Layover Tour encompasses the major sightseeing points of Baku. Your local English speaking tour guide will present you the history, facts and legends of the ancient city, while walking and driving through the attractions you’ll visit. The tour length is 10 hours and it’s the best guided tour if you want to see major attractions of capital of Azerbaijan in one day. Especially recommended for travelers who are in Baku for a layover or stopover.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Baku Old City, Neftchilar Ave, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan
Our first stop will be Icharishahar, the Old Town of Baku city.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Zamkovskaya Side-street, 76 Icherisheher, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan
First museum we will enter is the Shirvanshahs’ Palace, the central part of ancient Shiranshahs kingdom. You will get to know the history of the palace and visit the mausoleums that witnessed many troubles for the past two centuries.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Maiden Tower, Downtown Baku Old City, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan
Second place we will visit is the most remarkable and mysterious monument – the Maiden Tower, built in the south-east part of the Old Town. Once you immerse yourself into the experience of discovering such extraordinary building, you will know why it is considered as the symbol of Baku.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ateshgah - Fire Temple, Сураханский район, Baku Azerbaijan
We'll also pay a visit to Ateshgah temple, which was once inhabited by Indian travelers and merchants. During your visit to the Fire Temple, you will learn a lot about the temple from your guide, particularly, more about unique natural phenomenon as burning natural gas outlets.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Yanardag State Historical, Cultural and Natural Reserve, The village of Mammadli Absheron Peninsula, Baku 0125 Azerbaijan
In the second part of visit, after visiting the temple you will directly go to the Yanar Dag ("Burning Mountain"), which is not far from Surakhani temple. It is the most famous and popular tourist site of the “eternal flame” in Azerbaijan. Yanar Dag, the burning mountain, will reveal the earthly wonders of the land of fire.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Baku Old City, Neftchilar Ave, Baku 1000 Azerbaijan
We will have a tea break in the Old Town after our visit to the Burning Mountain. Ever wondered how Azerbaijanis drink tea- :)
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Nizami Street, Baku Azerbaijan
Dinner time in Nizami street will energize you more to continue our tour inside the city center.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Baku Boulevard, Neftchilar avenue, Baku 1010 Azerbaijan
We'll walk to boulevard to enjoy the sea view.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Baku Funicular, Istiqlaliyyat St, Baku Azerbaijan
Short ride on a funicular, will be a nice break for you to see the whole city from the hilly parts of Baku.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Flame Towers, Mehdi Huseyn St, Baku Azerbaijan
Right by the Martyrs' Lane, you will see the Flame Towers, famous for their unique architectural design.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Martyrs' Lane, Mehdi Huseyn Street Dagustu Park, Baku 1006 Azerbaijan
Martyrs' Alley is an exhibition of Azerbaijanis' courage against Soviet occupation. Get a glimpse of the end of totalitarian Soviet regime during our visit of Martyrs' Alley.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Dagustu Park (Upland Park), Mehdi Huseyn Street Near Martyrs' Lane, Baku 1006 Azerbaijan
At the Uphill Park, you will get a chance to see stunning night view of the bright city. Great spot for selfies to show off your visit to Azerbaijan! :)
Duration: 15 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duração: 10 Hours
Ponto de partida: Icherisheher, Baku, Azerbaijan
Traveler pickup is offered
Depending on the number of people joining, we will meet you earlier or at the exact time mentioned in your ticket. Please check your TripAdvisor/Viator messages to get updated and detailed information from us.
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.