Azerbaijan – The Land of Fire

Whether it’s discovering Silk Road history, witnessing the stunning mud volcanoes, exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites, spellbound by breathtaking landscapes, romancing with timeless charm, and vintage cities, or embracing the vibrant culture, Azerbaijan promises an unforgettable adventure, where tradition and innovation coalesce in a tapestry of diverse experiences.

Azerbaijan

Starts: from Baku Airport (GYD)

Ends: at Baku Airport (GYD)

Type: Mixed Gender

Dates

Start: 1 PM, 24 Dec 2024

End: 6 PM, 29 Dec 2024

~~₹ 72900~~

₹ 70900

About the Tour

Do you want to experience the European vibes during the Christmas season without causing a big hole in your pocket? Flirt with different cafes and Christmas markets while experiencing the best of Azerbaijan with us during the year end!

Embarking on a journey to Azerbaijan unveils a symphony of experiences that seamlessly weave together ancient history, modern innovation, diverse landscapes, warm hospitality, and a vibrant cultural tapestry. Did you know that Azerbaijan is also known as the “Land of Fire”? The natural gas seepages keep igniting fires, as seen in Yanar Dag, a continuously burning mountain of natural gas. This phenomenon, along with historical fire worship, inspired the nickname

Did you know that the world’s very first oil well was drilled in Azerbaijan, in 1846, inaugurating the country’s prolific oil industry?

In the capital city of Baku, the skyline is a mesmerizing blend of old and new, where the UNESCO-listed Old City, with its labyrinthine streets, historic mosques, and palaces, coexists harmoniously with the contemporary marvels like the Flame Towers and the futuristic Heydar Aliyev Center. This architectural duality reflects Azerbaijan’s ability to embrace its rich past while propelling itself into the future. The cityscape, particularly along the Caspian Sea, transforms as the sun sets, creating a captivating play of lights that makes Baku one of the most photogenic cities globally.

Roaming around in the Nizami street of Baku and flirting with cafes, brands, & street performances gives a true European vibe (that too on a budget), and makes a tourist wish to keep coming back to Azerbaijan.

A trip to Azerbaijan is incomplete without visiting Gabala, which is beautifully nestled amidst the lush greenery of Azerbaijan’s Caucasus Mountains.

The landscape of Gabala is a verdant paradise, with rolling hills, dense forests, and pristine lakes. The ecstasy of visiting Tufandağ for cable car rides, Nohur Lake, and Yeddi Gozel Waterfall is undeniable!

Shahdag is another popular hill station in Azerbaijan and it transforms into a snowy wonderland with pristine slopes, and majestic mountain views. Frost-covered trees and a serene atmosphere create a perfect winter retreat. Did you know that you have the option to experience the Shahdag Coaster located at a height of 1430 meters above sea level, 2590 meters route length offering 9 sharp turns which gives an adrenaline rush like nothing else? Along with Shahdag Coaster, you can also experience many more snow activities such as skiing, sledging, snowboarding, etc.

Apart from offering UNESCO World Heritage sites, culture & tradition, metropolitan cities, pretty hill stations, and European vibes, Azerbaijan is also home to captivating mud volcanoes! These geological wonders are scattered across the country region, with some of the most famous ones located in the Gobustan area, about 70 kilometers southwest of Baku. Did you know that out of the world’s roughly 1,500 mud volcanoes, about half are found in Azerbaijan? The mud volcanoes of Gobustan create a surreal lunar landscape, with bubbling mud pools and cones spewing out mud and gases. These mud volcanoes are not only fascinating sites to visit but also contribute to scientific research, providing insights into geological processes and the Earth’s crust.

Will you be interested in holding our hands and exploring the “Azerbaijan – the Land of Fire” with us?

Trip Highlights

1. Luxury Hotel Rooms

2. Christmas Vibes & Markets

3. Atesgah Fire Temple

4. Fire Mountain

5. Mud Volcanoes

6. Gobustan National Park

7. Gobustan Rock Art Museum

8. Shahdag Coaster

9. Snow activities in Shahdag

10. Nizami Street

11. Bazaar Square Baku

12. Bibi Heybat Mosque

13. Gabala Cable Car

14. Nohur Lake

15. Yeddi Gozel Waterfalls

16. Baku Funicular

17. Alley of Martyrs Mosque

18. Flame Towers

19. Milli Majlis (Baku Parliament)

20. Alley of Martyrs

21. Baku Panoramic Viewpoint

22. Baku Boulevard

23. Icherisheher (Baku Old City)

24. Maiden Tower

25. Shirvanshahs Palace

26. Carpet Museum

27. Heydar Aliyev Center

28. I love Baku sign

29. Unforgettable social experience

Visa for Azerbaijan

Please note that the Azerbaijan visa is included in our package, and we’ll take care of the process end to end. Indian Passport Holders can enter Azerbaijan with an Electronic visa. You will be required to send all the documents to us over email including a clear scanned copy of your passport, a digital photograph, a flight tickets, and some more personal information. Please note that your passport should be valid for 6 months from the date of travel.

Our package cost is also valid only for Indian Passport Holders. If you don’t possess the same, it’s your responsibility to inform the same to us before booking this package.

Your Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Baku | Say hello to Azerbaijan

Please land by 12:30 PM at Baku Airport (Heydar Aliyev International Airport).
Airport Code: GYD

Pickup Schedule (Group Transfer):

Pickup from Baku International Airport will be at around 1 PM (after everyone collects their baggage).

Please note that the standard hotel check-in time is 2 PM.

Note: We can book your flights at a good price. If your flight schedule doesn’t match the group pickup schedule mentioned here, please note that you need to manage your hotel arrival at your own expense. We can assist in booking the same. If you wish to come a day early or stay back an extra day, we can assist in hotel bookings as well.

After Hotel Check-in,
Group Introduction & Orientation
Some free time to rest & relax
Baku Panoramic Tour with the following places/experiences:
1. Baku Funicular
2. Flame Towers (from outside)
3. Milli Majlis (Baku Parliament, from outside)
4. Alley of Martyrs
5. Alley of Martyrs Mosque (from outside)
6. Baku Panoramic Viewpoint
After the Baku Panoramic tour, we proceed towards Nizami Street to enjoy the Christmas Eve with beautifully decorated Christmas Market and dinner (cost excluded for dinner).
Back to hotel

Overnight in a 5-star hotel in Baku

Day 2: Gobustan & Absherson Tour

Breakfast
Atashgah Zoroastrian Fire Temple
Yanar Dag (Fire Mountain)
Lunch (cost excluded)
Gobustan Rock Art Museum
Gobustan National Park
Mud Volcanoes
Arrival in Baku
Back to hotel

Overnight in a 5-star hotel in Baku

Day 3: Stunning Shahdag & Adventure

Breakfast
Scenic Drive to Shahdag (220 km/3.5 hrs)
Arrival in Shahdag
Free time (3-4 hours) to do Shahdag Coaster and other adventure/snow sports (cost excluded)
Absorb the picturesque views of Shahdag
Start driving back to Baku
Back to Baku

Overnight in a 5-star hotel in Baku

Day 4: Baku Old City | Baku Sights & scenic drive to Gabala

Breakfast
Hotel Check-Out
Icherisheher aka Baku Old City (streets, ancient buildings, Maiden Tower, Shirvanshahs’ Palace)
Carpet Museum
Lunch (cost excluded)
Scenic Drive to Gabala (220 km/4 hrs)
Arrival in Gabala
Hotel Check-In

Overnight in a 5-star hotel in Gabala

Day 5: Romancing with Gabala | Gabala Sightseeing

Breakfast
Cable Car rides (2 lines) in Tufandağ ”Winter-Summer Tourism Complex
Nohur Lake (optional boat ride)
Yeddi Gozel Waterfalls (steps to be climbed)
Back to hotel
Social Evening

Stay overnight in a 5-star hotel in Gabala

Day 6: Gabala to Baku | Shopping in Baku | Airport Drop

Breakfast
Hotel Check-Out
Bibi Heybat Mosque
Arrival in Baku
Lunch (cost excluded)
I love Baku Sign
Heydar Aliyev Center
Airport Drop by 6 PM

Trip Ends

Please note that we expect to drop participants at Baku Airport (Heydar Aliyev International Airport, Airport Code: GYD) by 6 PM. We recommend participants book a flight after 9 PM. Please note that if your flight schedule doesn’t match the group schedule published here, then you need to manage your drop at your own expense. We can assist in bookings.

Important Information

Ex- Baku Airport (add 5% GST and 5% TCS (fully refundable) to the applicable tariff):

72900 INR per person (regular tariff)

69900 INR per person if you book from the first 5 seats

After the first 7 seats,

70900 INR if you but book from 6-10 slot

71900 INR per person for two or more people traveling together

71900 INR per person if you are solo but have already traveled with us 🙂

Else, 72900 INR

Notes:

Please note that 5% GST and 5% TCS will be added to the final applicable cost. We will also require your PAN number for filing TCS. TCS is fully refundable and you can claim it while filing your ITR. Please note that if you have already remitted more than 7 lacs in the current financial year, then the applicable TCS will be 20%. We’ll require you to submit a mandatory self-declaration stating that you have spent less than 7 lac INR on International Travel in the current FY if you want to be charged 5% TCS.

To make a booking, please contact below:
WhatsApp/ Call: 9999749677
Email: chandni@transformingtravels.com

All transportation is as per the itinerary in a private AC coach. All transportation would be group transfers, not private.
Stay for 5 nights in 5-star properties
All stays are on a twin-sharing and same-gender basis for solo travelers. Couples will be given private rooms, hence, inform us of the same during booking time.
Day 2-6: Buffet Breakfast (Set Menu, veg & non-veg options available, total 5 meals included)
Entry tickets are included for all the places mentioned in the itinerary
eVisa
Gabala Cable Car (2 lines)
One Funicular ride to Highland Park in Baku
Ride in cute vintage Lada Taxi Cars to the Mud Volcano site
Access to Steam & Sauna rooms, and temperature-controlled swimming pools in respective hotels
All local taxes
English Speaking Professional Guides for local information
One friendly and knowledgeable group leader (female/male) throughout the tour

Airfare to/from Baku Airport is not included
Travel Insurance (not mandatory)
Shahdag Coaster (~1300 INR)
Nohur Lake Boat Ride (~300 INR per person, 4 people in one boat)
Transportation for partying/celebrations/enjoying nightlife except what’s mentioned in the itinerary
All the meals not listed in the Inclusions
Any additional beverages/ snacks/ meals/ items ordered at the place of stay. We request you to settle your bill directly with the staff.
Any expense on any items/services which are personal such as driver tips, medicines, toiletries, sun protection creams, snacks, laundry, STD calls, etc
Any extra expenses incurred due to delays arising from bad weather conditions or any unanticipated or uncontrollable conditions
Any alternative vehicles required anywhere because of weather or any reasons except those which are already mentioned in inclusions
Any medical expenses
Any other expenses of any nature not included in the INCLUSIONS section

The group size will be limited to a maximum of 28 people along with a group leader and a minimum of 5 people along with a group leader.
Please note that the package cost is valid only for Indian Passport holders. If you have a different passport, it’s your responsibility to inform the same before booking the trip.
You can expect the average per-meal cost to be 600-800 INR for lunches and dinners as they aren’t part of the package.
We can book your flights at a good price.
Please note that good vegetarian food is available in Azerbaijan, and hence vegetarian people need not worry.
The cost of additional activities could change without prior notice.
Please bring cash in USD and we will help you with the conversion to AZN (Azerbaijani Manat).
During the visit to mud volcanos, your shoes might get dirty. You may consider packing accordingly.
You can install taxi apps such as Bolt or Uber to go beyond the itinerary such as experiencing nightlife or partying. Our hotel in Baku is centrally located and the taxi ride roughly costs 150-300 INR to go to Nizami Street.
Please note that if you are booking this trip, you need to be flexible with the type of bedding in the rooms. It could be a double bed or a twin beds. We host couples and solo travelers both, in a single group, and we try our best to meet everyone’s requirements but availability becomes an issue in all hotels. Hope you understand the same. We won’t be able to entertain any twin/double bed-related issues during the trip.
Earlier you book, the best price you get.

Warm clothes (sweaters, caps, thermals, gloves, overcoat, thick jackets)
Comfortable footwear (shoes preferably)
Sunglasses/ Hat/ Headgear
Sunscreen
Swimming Costume(s)
Refillable Water Bottle
Energy bars/snacks/ dry fruits for munching
Any prescribed medication
A small day-pack
Neck Pillow for flight
Identity proof – Indian Passport
Print-out of flight tickets
Currency in USD
International Credit/ Debit Card
POSITIVE ENERGY, ENTHUSIASM & SMILES!

90-76 days before the trip: 90% refund
75-61 days before the trip: 80% refund
60-51 days before the trip: 60% refund
50-41 days before the trip: 30% refund
Less than or equal to 40 days before the trip: No Refund

The cancellation policy is calculated on the total trip tariff, not on the token amount.

Participants will be respectful to their fellow guests, organizers, and the hosts
Participants have to show a little degree of flexibility during the tour
It’s the duty of participants to assess whether they are physically fit or not for the tour before joining it
Please note that neither we assign any seats in the vehicle nor do we take any special requests for that. Be it a first seat, window seat, or the last seat, we expect participants to be flexible with their choice considering the fact that it’s a group tour. Although, we encourage participants to shuffle seats with each other during the journey to support each other.
Transforming Travels reserves the right to modify the place of stay or the itinerary without any prior notice.
Every participant should carry a personal sanitizer and sanitize their hands regularly.
The laws and customs of the areas we visit can be very different from those we are used to. Be aware of your actions to ensure that they do not offend, especially if you are visiting religious areas. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with and respect local laws and customs. If you fail to do so, we will have no liability to you for any cost, loss, or damage you suffer nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements.
Please note that if a Government rule asks for a negative RT PCR test report for any places that are a part of our itinerary, then it’s your responsibility to get that test done & bring the report.
Participants are advised to keep a good amount of buffer time while booking their flights. Please keep as much buffer time as you can. Still, if someone misses their flight because of any unpredictable circumstances then Transforming Travels won’t be liable.
The pricing is valid only for Indian Nationals. If you do not hold an Indian Passport, it’s your responsibility to disclose the same at the time of the booking.

Important Information

Cost

Ex- Baku Airport (add 5% GST and 5% TCS (fully refundable) to the applicable tariff):

72900 INR per person (regular tariff)

69900 INR per person if you book from the first 5 seats

After the first 7 seats,

70900 INR if you but book from 6-10 slot

71900 INR per person for two or more people traveling together

71900 INR per person if you are solo but have already traveled with us 🙂

Else, 72900 INR

Notes:

Please note that 5% GST and 5% TCS will be added to the final applicable cost. We will also require your PAN number for filing TCS. TCS is fully refundable and you can claim it while filing your ITR. Please note that if you have already remitted more than 7 lacs in the current financial year, then the applicable TCS will be 20%. We’ll require you to submit a mandatory self-declaration stating that you have spent less than 7 lac INR on International Travel in the current FY if you want to be charged 5% TCS.

To make a booking, please contact below:
WhatsApp/ Call: 9999749677
Email: chandni@transformingtravels.com

Inclusions

All transportation is as per the itinerary in a private AC coach. All transportation would be group transfers, not private.
Stay for 5 nights in 5-star properties
All stays are on a twin-sharing and same-gender basis for solo travelers. Couples will be given private rooms, hence, inform us of the same during booking time.
Day 2-6: Buffet Breakfast (Set Menu, veg & non-veg options available, total 5 meals included)
Entry tickets are included for all the places mentioned in the itinerary
eVisa
Gabala Cable Car (2 lines)
One Funicular ride to Highland Park in Baku
Ride in cute vintage Lada Taxi Cars to the Mud Volcano site
Access to Steam & Sauna rooms, and temperature-controlled swimming pools in respective hotels
All local taxes
English Speaking Professional Guides for local information
One friendly and knowledgeable group leader (female/male) throughout the tour

Exclusions

Airfare to/from Baku Airport is not included
Travel Insurance (not mandatory)
Shahdag Coaster (~1300 INR)
Nohur Lake Boat Ride (~300 INR per person, 4 people in one boat)
Transportation for partying/celebrations/enjoying nightlife except what’s mentioned in the itinerary
All the meals not listed in the Inclusions
Any additional beverages/ snacks/ meals/ items ordered at the place of stay. We request you to settle your bill directly with the staff.
Any expense on any items/services which are personal such as driver tips, medicines, toiletries, sun protection creams, snacks, laundry, STD calls, etc
Any extra expenses incurred due to delays arising from bad weather conditions or any unanticipated or uncontrollable conditions
Any alternative vehicles required anywhere because of weather or any reasons except those which are already mentioned in inclusions
Any medical expenses
Any other expenses of any nature not included in the INCLUSIONS section

Basic Info

The group size will be limited to a maximum of 28 people along with a group leader and a minimum of 5 people along with a group leader.
Please note that the package cost is valid only for Indian Passport holders. If you have a different passport, it’s your responsibility to inform the same before booking the trip.
You can expect the average per-meal cost to be 600-800 INR for lunches and dinners as they aren’t part of the package.
We can book your flights at a good price.
Please note that good vegetarian food is available in Azerbaijan, and hence vegetarian people need not worry.
The cost of additional activities could change without prior notice.
Please bring cash in USD and we will help you with the conversion to AZN (Azerbaijani Manat).
During the visit to mud volcanos, your shoes might get dirty. You may consider packing accordingly.
You can install taxi apps such as Bolt or Uber to go beyond the itinerary such as experiencing nightlife or partying. Our hotel in Baku is centrally located and the taxi ride roughly costs 150-300 INR to go to Nizami Street.
Please note that if you are booking this trip, you need to be flexible with the type of bedding in the rooms. It could be a double bed or a twin beds. We host couples and solo travelers both, in a single group, and we try our best to meet everyone’s requirements but availability becomes an issue in all hotels. Hope you understand the same. We won’t be able to entertain any twin/double bed-related issues during the trip.
Earlier you book, the best price you get.

Packing List

Warm clothes (sweaters, caps, thermals, gloves, overcoat, thick jackets)
Comfortable footwear (shoes preferably)
Sunglasses/ Hat/ Headgear
Sunscreen
Swimming Costume(s)
Refillable Water Bottle
Energy bars/snacks/ dry fruits for munching
Any prescribed medication
A small day-pack
Neck Pillow for flight
Identity proof – Indian Passport
Print-out of flight tickets
Currency in USD
International Credit/ Debit Card
POSITIVE ENERGY, ENTHUSIASM & SMILES!

Cancellation Policy

90-76 days before the trip: 90% refund
75-61 days before the trip: 80% refund
60-51 days before the trip: 60% refund
50-41 days before the trip: 30% refund
Less than or equal to 40 days before the trip: No Refund

The cancellation policy is calculated on the total trip tariff, not on the token amount.

Terms and Conditions

Participants will be respectful to their fellow guests, organizers, and the hosts
Participants have to show a little degree of flexibility during the tour
It’s the duty of participants to assess whether they are physically fit or not for the tour before joining it
Please note that neither we assign any seats in the vehicle nor do we take any special requests for that. Be it a first seat, window seat, or the last seat, we expect participants to be flexible with their choice considering the fact that it’s a group tour. Although, we encourage participants to shuffle seats with each other during the journey to support each other.
Transforming Travels reserves the right to modify the place of stay or the itinerary without any prior notice.
Every participant should carry a personal sanitizer and sanitize their hands regularly.
The laws and customs of the areas we visit can be very different from those we are used to. Be aware of your actions to ensure that they do not offend, especially if you are visiting religious areas. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with and respect local laws and customs. If you fail to do so, we will have no liability to you for any cost, loss, or damage you suffer nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements.
Please note that if a Government rule asks for a negative RT PCR test report for any places that are a part of our itinerary, then it’s your responsibility to get that test done & bring the report.
Participants are advised to keep a good amount of buffer time while booking their flights. Please keep as much buffer time as you can. Still, if someone misses their flight because of any unpredictable circumstances then Transforming Travels won’t be liable.
The pricing is valid only for Indian Nationals. If you do not hold an Indian Passport, it’s your responsibility to disclose the same at the time of the booking.

Booking/ Query

If you have any questions or concerns, then please feel free to contact us using the below-mentioned details. Alternatively, fill this form and our team will get back to you at their earliest.

This trip can also be personalized as per your needs, with your friends & family. If interested, please reach out to us.

To book this trip, please Call/ WhatsApp/ Email using the below-mentioned details.