Baku: The Best 5 Sightseeing Spots Gobustan + Old City Tour
ID: GYG958221-1491434
Category:
Country: Azerbaijan
Duration:
30 min.
Description
Embark on a captivating day trip from Baku to explore Azerbaijan's history and natural wonders with visits to Gobustan and Absheron with English and Russian-speaking guide.
Embark on a captivating day trip from Baku to explore Azerbaijan's history and natural wonders with visits to Gobustan and Absheron with English and Russian-speaking guide.
Your itinerary includes the Bibiheybat Mosque, Gobustan’s mud volcanoes, the Burning Mountain, and more. Start with the Bibiheybat Mosque, a stunning example of architectural beauty and spiritual significance. Be awed by the otherworldly landscape of Gobustan’s mud volcanoes, 45 % of the mud volcanoes in the world are located in Azerbaijan; this is a unique wonder of nature. The mud is gentle and indicates the presence of large gas reserves. If you wish, you can enter them and apply the mud to your body, face, and arms for therapeutic benefits. The guide will demonstrate how the volcano ignites by throwing something flammable into it. followed by a deep dive into ancient artistry at the Gobustan Rock Art Museum, which showcases intricate petroglyphs from a distant past. Proceed to the Fire Temple, a testament to Azerbaijan’s Zoroastrian heritage, then witness the enchanting flames of Yanar Dag Burning Mountain and explore the deep-rooted traditions that continue to shape the region.
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Highlights
- Uncover the secrets of Gobustan National Park
- Baku Old city tour
- Discover Mud volcanoes and Fire temple
- Feel enchanted by the blue-hued intensity of the flames at Yanar Dag
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Entry tickets to Gobustan National Park, Ateshgah, and Yanardagh are not included in the standard price and must be purchased on-site unless the "Entrance Fees Included" option is selected.
**Fees:**
- Gobustan: 10 AZN
- A mandatory fee of 25 AZN (cash) per person for off-road cars to the mud volcanoes will be collected at the start to avoid any delays.
- Ateshgah & Yanardagh: 15 AZN
**Tips:**
- **Bring an Empty Bottle:** Collect mud as a unique souvenir.
- **Wear Comfortable Shoes:** Uneven terrain requires sturdy footwear.
**Note:**
- Rain redirects the tour to the Mud Volcanoes Complex; fees remain the same.
- NO HIDDEN CHARGES.
4)Due to seasonal updates, night tours have been temporarily suspended for the month of May.
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INCLUDED
- Roundtrip transportation
- English and Russian-speaking guide
- A bottle of water (upon request)
- Entry tickets (if option selected)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Free Baku old city tour gift
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
