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6 Days in Baku: Unveiling Ancient Marvels and Cultural Delights

Ayush Jhunjhunwala

Ayush Jhunjhunwala

19 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Baku, the vibrant capital of Azerbaijan. Discover ancient marvels, immerse in local culture, and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine. From the mystical Yanar Dag to the breathtaking Heydar Aliyev Centre, this itinerary will leave you mesmerized.

Trip to Baku

Day 1Flames of Yanar Dag and Sacred Fire at Atashgah
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$45

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$ 4

Hyatt Regency Baku

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Baku Eye
Vast Ferris wheel-style attraction that's lit up at night, with panoramas of the city & Caspian Sea.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$15
33 - 40 min

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Atashgah Fire Temple
Ancient, castle-like temple complex once used as a Hindu & Zoroastrian place of worship.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$15
35 - 42 min

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Yanar Dag
Set on a hillside, this rare, natural gas fire blazes nonstop, with flames going 9+ ft. in the air.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$11
29 - 35 min

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Heydar Mosque
Huge mosque opened in 2014, featuring domes with Koranic inscriptions, local stonework & 4 minarets.
No time set
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$4
Day 2Vibrant Markets and Wildlife Encounters at Baku Zoological Park
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$19

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$ 2

Hyatt Regency Baku

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Yaşıl Bazar
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$4
13 - 20 min

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Baku Zoological Park
Government-run zoo since 1928, with around 160 different species displayed across several acres.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$15
Day 3Panoramic Views at Highland Park and a Gondola Ride in Mini-Venice
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$15

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$ 2

Hyatt Regency Baku

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Highland Park
Elevated terrace reached by stairs or funicular ride, offering dramatic views of the city & sea.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
9 - 14 min

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Mini-Venice
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$8
Day 4Dive into Azerbaijani Art and History at the Carpet Museum and Shirvanshahs Palace
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$49

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$ 2

Hyatt Regency Baku

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Azerbaijan Carpet Museum
Museum with an emphasis on the art of carpet weaving, plus Azeri ceramics & costumes.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$23
14 - 21 min

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Palace of the Shirvanshahs
Restored 15th-century palace complex with a mosque, burial vaults & artifact & relic displays.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$26
Day 5Explore the Ancient Wonders of Icherisheher
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$19

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$ 2

Hyatt Regency Baku

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Icherisheher
Walled Old City featuring 1100s fortifications & towers, plus iconic, ornate palaces & mosques.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
Day 6Coastal Serenity at Dənizkənarı Milli Park and Architectural Marvels at Heydar Aliyev Centre
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$49

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$ 3

Hyatt Regency Baku

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Dənizkənarı Milli Park
Park & promenade featuring waterfront recreation areas plus museums, restaurants, shopping & more.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$11
12 - 15 min

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Heydar Aliyev Centre
Spacious, modern building housing an auditorium, an art gallery & a Heydar Aliyev museum.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38

Budget breakdown: $207 In total

Activities & Food:$195
Transport:$12