| Duration: | 4 Hour(s) - 0 Minute(s) |
| Tour Category: | Half Day Tour |
Step into a city where the Middle Ages gracefully meet the future. This immersive Baku tour takes you through the atmospheric, stone-paved labyrinths of Icherisheher (Baku Old City), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before bringing you face-to-face with Azerbaijan’s striking contemporary architecture. Experience the rich tapestry of Silk Road history, royal palaces, and vibrant local life in the iconic "City of Winds."
The most amazing part of the capital is the Upland Park, from where the Absheron Peninsula can be observed from a bird's-eye view, forming the shape of an eagle's head. Enjoying the delightful view of the nearby seaside boulevard, you can see such landmarks as the Crystal Hall, the venue for Eurovision 2012; the Aquatic Sports Palace, where the water events of the 1st European Games were held in 2015; Flag Square, which has one of the world's tallest flagpoles; and much more.
The new symbols of the city, the Flame Towers, begin to glow like fire from the bottom upwards as soon as twilight sets in.
Azerbaijan has many historical and cultural monuments that have also been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Old City is at the top of this list, with structures such as the Maiden Tower, a historic monument with a fascinating cultural and legendary significance, and the magnificent Shirvanshahs' Palace.
Most of the buildings within the city's 22-hectare territory date back to the 11th century AD.
Throughout history, Azerbaijan has been located at an excellent geographical point connecting the trade routes of Europe and Asia. Since the time of the Great Silk Road, caravanserais have been built here, serving as places where merchants could rest and stay overnight.
Inclusions
Professional guide service in the requested language
Entrance fees to the Maiden Tower, Shirvanshahs' Palace, Carpet Museum, and Funicular
Transportation service
Exclusions
Meals
Alcoholic drinks
Any service not mentioned in the inclusions
Note
The price is mentioned per person and depends on the group size.
1–5 people: Mercedes-Benz Vito with 6 seats in the passenger cabin
6–15 people: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with 17 seats in the passenger cabin
16 or more people: Large coach with 35–48 seats