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Magnificent Baku, the Pearl of the Caspian – with Turkish Airlines on November 18 (Special November Break Offer)
Meet at the Turkish Airlines counter in front of the Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal 3 hours before departure. After baggage, ticket and passport procedures, we will depart for Baku on Turkish Airlines flight TK332 at 08:35. Upon our arrival in Baku at 12:30 local time, our city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us at the airport. Baku is the capital and largest city of Azerbaijan, located on the coast of the Caspian Sea, and the city stands out with its rich history, impressive architecture and modern structures. Our city tour here will begin with Baku Bay, Primorsky Boulevard, the Old City, Maiden Tower and Upland Park (Üst Park), which offers magnificent views of Shirvanshahs Palace. Here, we will also visit the monument dedicated to Turkish soldiers who lost their lives in wars fought to liberate Baku from invaders, and we will have the opportunity to take photos with the famous Flame Towers in the background. In our tour, our next stop, Baku Boulevard, is considered a landmark and favorite spot for walking among both locals and visitors of the city. Afterwards, we will see the impressive Azerbaijan Government House and the elegant Azerbaijan State Philharmonic Hall, visit Vali Garden and Nizami Street, one of Baku's busiest pedestrian streets, filled with stylish boutiques, charming cafes and historical architecture. After our tour, we will transfer to our hotel and after a short break, guests who wish can optionally join the Grand Old City (Icherisheher) Tour organized additionally. (30 USD). In this tour, we will explore Icherisheher, the historic heart of Baku located on a hill overlooking the Caspian Sea, where we will have the opportunity to see Shirvanshahs Palace, the iconic Maiden Tower (exterior view), enchanting caravanserais, mosques, traditional hammams and remarkable architectural treasures. After our tour, we will transfer back to our hotel and have free time. Guests who wish can optionally join the Grand Azerbaijan Night Tour organized additionally. (75 USD). We spend an unforgettable evening accompanied by Azerbaijani folk music. Overnight at the hotel.
2.Day Baku
After breakfast at the hotel, you will have free time. Guests who wish can optionally join the Grand Modern Baku Tour organized additionally. (40 USD). We will start the day with a visit to White City, beginning with a panoramic drive through modern Baku. We will see modern architecture and experience the atmosphere of new Baku. Our next stop will be Military Trophy Park, attributed to the country's history and patriotic spirit, where military equipment is displayed outdoors. After the boulevard, we will have the opportunity to shop during free time at one of Baku's best shopping malls, where you can find international brands as well as local designer stores. After free time, we will take a photo break at the Haydar Aliyev Cultural Center, known for its modern and impressive architecture designed by renowned architect Zaha Hadid. The building was constructed to honor Haydar Aliyev's life, political career and role in Azerbaijan's history. After our tour, we will transfer back to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
3.Day Baku
After breakfast at the hotel, you will have free time. Guests who wish can optionally join the Grand Gobustan Tour organized additionally. (60 USD). Located 64 kilometers southeast of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, Gobustan is a historical area listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This archaeological site has great cultural importance, hosting over 6000 petroglyphs (rock carvings), numerous ancient human settlements, dwellings, cemeteries, caves and artifacts from various historical periods. After our tour, on our return journey, we will visit Bibi-Heybat Mosque, built in 1267, and also have the opportunity to see the world's first mechanically drilled oil well located in the Bibi-Heybat settlement, established in 1846. After our tour, we will transfer back to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
4.Day Baku – Istanbul
After breakfast at the hotel, you will have free time. Guests who wish can optionally join the Grand Fire Temple Ateshgah Tour organized additionally. (55 USD). Ateshgah is one of the three Zoroastrian temples in the world, revered for centuries by different belief groups such as Zoroastrianism, Hinduism and Sikhism. The construction date of the complex dates back to 1713. The temple itself existed since earlier periods and has reached our days preserving its original structure. At Ateshgah, there is a fire that burns continuously on a natural gas source representing eternal fire in the center; today, this fire is maintained artificially. After our tour, we will transfer to the airport at the time determined by the guide. After baggage and ticket procedures, we will depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK341 at 17:35. Arrival in Istanbul at 19:10 local time and end of our tour.
What's Included
- Airline tickets for Istanbul – Baku – Istanbul with Turkish Airlines
- Airport Taxes
- Transfers between airport – hotel – airport
- Panoramic Baku City Tour
- 3 Nights – 4 Days accommodation in 4* hotels with breakfast
- Turkish-speaking guide service
Not Included
- Departure Tax
- Travel Health Insurance
- Museum and Archaeological Site Entry Fees
- Extra Tours and Personal Expenses
- Tourist City Taxes + Guide and Driver Tips (50 USD) – To be collected by your guide on the first day of the tour.