Absheron peninsula - another side of Baku
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Absheron peninsula - another side of Baku
By Outdoor Caucasus
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Day auto – excursion trip to the natural, historical and architectural moments of Absheron peninsula ( near Baku in a radius of 50 km)
• a place of natural combustible gases entering the mountain Yanardagh (Burning mountain) in Mammadli village
• temple of fire-worshipers “Ateshgah” in Surakhan settlement
• Gala State Historical Ethnographic Reserve
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 1-15
Duration: 6h
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: German, Russian, English, French
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- TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
- Professional guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry/Admission - Ateshgah - Fire Temple
- Entry/Admission - Yanar Dag
What's not included- Food and drinks
- Entry ticket
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
- Heydar Aliyev Intl Airport, Baku Azerbaijan
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 67170P10- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Dress code is smart casual
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 67170P10
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- Sherpa632082036550 contributionsthe wright way to caucasus mountainsWe hiked for 4 days in the mountains and 2 days in Beko. Everywhere we went we met welcoming people. The guidnes was very successful. Nurlan and Tural are very nice and professional. Recommend to everyone.Written 16 September 2024
- 38farahf0 contributionsHike in DurcaWe did a one day hike in Durca. It was awesome!!!! We had a wonderful time. Our guide Mehman was fantastic! Very caring and sharing lots of interesting information. He took very good care of us from beginning to end. He really made our experience unique and memorable.Written 12 September 2024
- 918ramt0 contributionsGreat trek. Great agency.A unique and amazing 5 days trek from village to village in the azeric Caucasus (6 people). Best views of green vast mountain range and nice hospitality of locals in their homes. The agency of Nurlan and Tural is a real travel agency for trekking tour. They are dedicated, professional and always the service come with a smile. Their Mountain guide, Zeid, is a real "goat", knows every curve in the mountains even in heavy fog. Truly recommend to explore this relatively unspoiled jem with that agency.Written 18 June 2024
- DriverOrkhan0 contributionsgoodAzerbaijan, with its vibrant capital city Baku, offers a blend of rich history, modernity, and natural beauty. Azerbaijan, with its vibrant capital city Baku, offers a blend of rich history, modernity, and natural beauty. Here's a brief overview of what visitors can expect when exploring Baku: 1. **Old City (Icherisheher)**: Explore the historic heart of Baku, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander through narrow streets lined with medieval buildings, visit ancient mosques and palaces, and discover hidden gems around every corner. 2. **Flame Towers**: Marvel at the iconic Flame Towers, which dominate Baku's skyline with their futuristic design and LED displays. These skyscrapers are a symbol of Baku's modernity and economic prosperity. 3. **Boulevard (Seaside Park)**: Take a leisurely stroll along the Baku Boulevard, a picturesque promenade that stretches along the Caspian Sea. Enjoy beautiful views of the waterfront, relax in green parks, and explore attractions like the Carpet Museum and the Baku Eye Ferris wheel. 4. **Heydar Aliyev Center**: Visit this architectural masterpiece designed by Zaha Hadid, which houses exhibitions, cultural events, and a museum dedicated to the life and legacy of Heydar Aliyev, the former president of Azerbaijan. 5. **Maiden Tower**: Explore the iconic Maiden Tower, a symbol of Baku's ancient history and resilience. Climb to the top for panoramic views of the city and learn about the tower's legends and mysteries. 6. **Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape**: Venture outside the city to explore the ancient petroglyphs of Gobustan, which date back thousands of years and offer insights into prehistoric life in the region. 7. **Ateshgah Fire Temple**: Discover the Ateshgah Fire Temple, a unique religious site where natural gas vents have been burning for centuries. Learn about the history of fire worship in Azerbaijan and explore the temple's intricate architecture. 8. **Cuisine**: Indulge in Azerbaijani cuisine, which features a diverse array of flavors and influences from the Middle East, Mediterranean, and Central Asia. Don't miss specialties like plov (pilaf), kebabs, and dolma (stuffed grape leaves). From its ancient Old City to its modern landmarks, Baku offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and natural beauty that is sure to enchant visitors from around the world.Written 11 May 2024
- Cher_CherBerry0 contributionsKhinalig- Galakhudat villages hiking tourWonderful program, mountain is very beautiful and not too difficult to walk. Visiting the local house was the highlight of the day and food tasted amazing, i gained a good memory from this trip. Before arrival, staff checked and informed us about the weather and gave a good advice. The mountain guide “Zeyd” is so friendly, kind and very helpful. He’s well prepared and had everything in his backpack. Would love to visit and have him as our guide again.Written 31 October 2023
- 604anastasijap0 contributionsMore than amazing: Muju - Lahij hiking tour!We sincerely would like to express our deep gratitude for the well-organized tour and for your support and care during the hike! Everything was very clear and understandable. The tour guide Tural provided feeling being taken care of, giving us the opportunity, space and time to enjoy the hike and not violating our boundaries. He is very attentive to the details that were not even mentioned in the tour description - meeting and drinking tea with the guide in the village of Lagich and dinner after completing the entire route in the second village. It gives a great feeling that leaves a special after taste and amazing memories. Our group of 3 had very different skill levels and we are grateful that the tour guide Tural waited some members with patience and showed the understanding for the youngest and slowest participants. We sincerely wish you new, interesting routes and friendly and easy clients!Written 15 September 2023
- G580KGthomase0 contributionsBest experience from Baku.We did this hike with Heydar. He was brilliant. Interesting guy and a good safe guide. Sadly the weather wasn’t great on our hike with rain & fog. So we didn’t see any views. However I’d was t still a really fun experience getting on the mountain & meeting the local families.Written 27 June 2023
- kamilbC7879DI0 contributionsAmazing trip with spectacular viewsThe whole trip was organised professionally and the company was very helpful and flexible with the last minute changes of plan which we made due to the bad weather. Our guide was amazing. We spent the entire trip discussing history and culture of Azerbaijan and admiring breathtaking views. We have visited many places in Azerbaijan but this trip was definitely the most spectacular as regards the nature and landscape. If you hesitate between choosing a trip to Xinalig only and that one the later one is a much much better choice.Written 6 May 2023
- maynarddsouza0 contributionsMud Volcano and GabalaThis review is on behalf of my wife and her 2 friends. I travelled with 2 of my friends to Baku. Nurlan and Tural were just Amazing. My entire correspondence with organizing our tour was with Nurlan. He was quick with his reply and also took care of our transportation to and from the airport. He arranged a tour for us to see the Mud volcanos and Gabala since we had only 1day for sightseeing and wanted to see the scenic side of Azerbaijan. Tural was our tour guide and took care of us 3 girls. He is very knowledgeable and was patient with all our requests especially when we wanted to stop during our trip and take pics. In Baku it was very windy and cold. It does rain off and on which makes it very very cold. But as you go further away into the mountains it's less windy but the temperature drops to 3 degrees. We didn't mind the cold weather at all Though this was a short trip it was totally awesome. Thanks to Nurlan and Tural they were simply amazingWritten 28 October 2022
- Aravind P0 contributionsWell organized trips and fabulous hiking experience!I arranged for a 3-day private tour covering some diverse landscapes and culturally rich places in Azerbaijan. It included the absolutely gorgeous Sheki with its rich heritage of silk road and not-to-be-missed mountains in Azerbaijan. The trip to Sheki is quite long, but absolutely worth it! The guide was knowledgable and helpful My highlight and making the choice of going with outdoor caucasus is the hiking from Khinalig to Galeykhudat with a local lunch. I also managed to include a visit and short hike to Khizi mountains. This was the best part of the whole experience, not only because of the the jaw-dropping beauty of the mountains, but also due to Masud, a young enthusiastic and super friendly guide who was a great companion! I had loads of fun with folks, including Seymour, the driver. I appreciated the vegetarian lunch option offered at Galeykhudat. Overall, I am so thankful to outdoor Caucusus for creating some great memories of this beautiful country. get outdoorsy with them!Written 15 September 2022
- RachelL43420 contributionsBeautiful hike between quiet mountain villages - unforgettable experienceAmazing experience. We hiked in the beautiful mountains - very remote. Incredibly hospitable meal at a local family’s home. Such a memorable day. Our guide was fantastic.Written 8 December 2021
- 917kelseyw0 contributionsBest local guideWe couldn't have asked for a better guide in Baku and then on our day trip up to the mountains. Tural was a knowledgeable, well organized and extremely kind guide. I felt like we saw a really authentic side of Azerbaijan and it was an unforgettable visit as a result. One tip: bring a warm layer to the mountains, it can get pretty windy! 10/10 recommend.Written 7 December 2021
- 905saschal0 contributionsDaytour to the caucasus - MUST DO!If you stay in Baku and like to experience the beautiful nature this is definitely the tour to do! And Outdoor Caucasus is defenitely the company to choose! Our guide Turlan and driver Jamil picked us up at our Baku hotel around 9am. The drive to the mountains takes 3-4 hours. Nevertheless as our friendly and competent guide gave us numerous interesting information the time passed quickly. As you leave glamorous Baku you drive through the suburbs, pass along smaller settelments and farms in the arid landscape. Reaching the small city of Quoba you turn towards the mountains and finally find yourself in the middle of a breathtaking scenery. The peaks here reach over 3000m, just short grasses and occasional shrubs grow here. Khinalig is the starting point of a 2-3h hike, which although it offers stunning views and experience of nature is easy to accomplish. It ends at Gleykhudat with admittance to the house of a local family and a good tasting homecooked lunch. What a difference between the modern life in Baku and these isolated villages. After a short hike back to the car it‘s another 3h back to Baku, reaching it around 9pm.Just expect driving in Azerbaijan to be a bit wilder than probably at your home. Great thanks to Turlan and Jamil! To repeat myself: a definite must do tour!Written 26 October 2021
- manseeingtheearth0 contributionsEasily the absolute best tour I’ve ever been on!I can’t overstate the phenomenal experience we had on this tour. Nurlan and Jamal from Outdoor Caucuses provided us with what is without a doubt the best tour I have been on in almost 30 years of traveling around the world. Their natural charisma, knowledge and wonderfully amiable and good natured manner was the perfect fit for two guys in a very foreign country who had trepidations about touring Azerbaijan. What we thought might be a dreadful experience turned out to be one of the happiest experiences ever. I understand how hyperbolic I might sound, but there’s no other honest way to extoll the phenomenal experience Nurlan and Jamal provided us. And having one man solely in charge of driving and the other dedicated to talking and explaining everything added a sense of safety. Nurlan provided all the confidence we needed to make the 6 mile trek to Galakhudat towards the top and enjoy an authentic home cooked meal. From their gentle and easy-going friendliness to the food they provided us to their dedication to our safety, sightseeing enjoyment and their professionalism, we wish we never had to have different tour guides anywhere in the world. Yes, the scenery and cultural experience are breathtaking, but Nurlan and Jamal were truly the engine that made everything an unforgettable life experience. We want to come back! Please don’t just take my word for it.Written 3 October 2021
- raysu370 contributionsoutstanding trip with excellent tour guidesCouldn't be better to travel without them! No matter the hiking or city tour, both guides are knowledgeable to share historic stories and enrich our experiences. Driver is in good skill and transport us to Georgia without any issues :)Written 27 May 2020
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ABRAHAMAARTI
Ahmedabad, India39 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
I booked my entire one week trip with Tural.
He was so marvellous, patient, knowledgeable , polite.
He gave us a very nice itinerary for 7 days and good driver Anar and guide for required days.
Baku city tour with guide Shahriyar was very nice.
We did guba, shahdag, sheki, gabala, nij village and every trip was beautiful.
Our driver Anar was kind, helpful and like a family member.
Azerbaijan is a fairy tale land blessed by God.
The food is divine, the culture and people are outstanding.
The history, natural beauty and all locations are remarkable.
Tural remained there for us whenever we needed him, and fulfilled all his commitments and this remains like a fairytale tour for us because of him.
Thank you
He was so marvellous, patient, knowledgeable , polite.
He gave us a very nice itinerary for 7 days and good driver Anar and guide for required days.
Baku city tour with guide Shahriyar was very nice.
We did guba, shahdag, sheki, gabala, nij village and every trip was beautiful.
Our driver Anar was kind, helpful and like a family member.
Azerbaijan is a fairy tale land blessed by God.
The food is divine, the culture and people are outstanding.
The history, natural beauty and all locations are remarkable.
Tural remained there for us whenever we needed him, and fulfilled all his commitments and this remains like a fairytale tour for us because of him.
Thank you
Written 20 May 2024
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