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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Azerbaijan

142 tours  ·  from $2 a head

Everything with a guide, a driver or a minibus attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

Baku: Guba, Shahdag, Laza & Lunch w/ Free City & Night Tour - The road north from Baku
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Baku: Guba, Shahdag, Laza & Lunch w/ Free City & Night Tour

1.Guba, Shahdag, Laza & Lunch w/ Free City & Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,455 reviews · 12 hours · from $5Our pick

Travel north from Baku with a multilingual guide such as Nabat, Dinara, Ramiz, or Hikmat, stopping at the striped Candy Cane Mountains, Five Finger Mountain viewpoints, a local restaurant, and Shahdag Resort. Add lunch, Laza Village, cable cars, and the Shahdag Coaster according to your booking option. The entrance-included option also adds a free Baku city and night tour.

“Perfect day trip! Comfortable transport, amazing landscapes, and delicious local food in Guba. Highly recommended:)”

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BEST Gobustan, Volcanoes & Absheron Fire Tour (Group or Private) - The Soviet Lada ride to the mud volcanoes
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BEST Gobustan, Volcanoes & Absheron Fire Tour (Group or Private)

2.BEST Gobustan, Volcanoes & Absheron Fire Tour (Group or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,254 reviews · from $33Top rated

Travel beyond Baku to Bibi-Heybat Mosque, Gobustan’s ancient rock carvings, and its mud volcanoes, reached by Soviet-era Lada SUV. Continue to Ateshgah Fire Temple and Yanar Dag, with guides such as Leyla, Mahabat, and Elchin bringing local history and stories to life. Expect about seven hours, lots of driving, and a buffet lunch available for roughly $8 to $12.

“In just few hours you can see everything important just few kilometres from Baku! Mahabat as guide was amazing and very nice with lot of informations and always smiling! One negative experience was lunch, overpriced and not good…”

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Gobustan and Absheron tour (All inclusive) - The mud volcano ride is the day’s wild card
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Gobustan and Absheron tour (All inclusive)

3.Gobustan and Absheron tour (All inclusive)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,014 reviews · from $85

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Azerbaijan’s strangest sights from Baku. Ride old Russian cars to Gobustan’s mud volcanoes, see ancient petroglyphs, visit Ateshgah Fire Temple and Yanardag, and eat a set Azerbaijani lunch. Groups are capped at 17, with English and Russian guiding, entry fees, and transport included.

“Worth a day trip while in Baku, Gobustan especially if one is interested in petrographs. Absheron for old silk route stories and restored caravansary fire temple.”

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Shamakhi And Gabala Tour (All inclusive) - Leaving Baku for Shamakhi
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Shamakhi And Gabala Tour (All inclusive)

4.Shamakhi And Gabala Tour (All inclusive)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 815 reviews · from $39

Spend 12 to 13 hours traveling from Baku to Shamakhi and Gabala with an English or Russian-speaking guide. See Juma Mosque, Tufandag Mountain Resort, Nohur Lake, and Seven Beauties Waterfall, with transport, lunch, tea, dessert, and tastings included. Guides such as Zeynab, Nazperi, Vusala, and Murat have been praised for their care and energy.

“Absolutely worth it, the team is lovely and everything was great I will definitely recommend to book with them .”

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From Baku: Gabala and Shamakhi Tour (Free Baku City Tour) - Juma Mosque in Shamakhi: a brief but meaningful stop
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From Baku: Gabala and Shamakhi Tour (Free Baku City Tour)

5.Gabala and Shamakhi Tour (Free Baku City Tour)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 695 reviews · 12 - 14 hours · from $28

Spend 12 to 14 hours traveling from Baku to Shamakhi and Gabala with an English-speaking guide such as Ramiz, Elshad, or Ruzi. Visit Juma Mosque, Seven Beauties Waterfall, Nohur Lake, lavender fields, and Tufandag Mountain Resort. The $28 price covers transport, guide service, pickup, drop-off, and water, but not lunch or mountain activities.

“The trip to Gabala and Shamakhi was an unforgettable experience! 🌿 Even though the weather was cold and foggy, it actually made the mountains and the lake look very mystical and unique. The road works on the way showed us how fast the country is developing, and despite that, our guide and driver made the journey smooth and comfortable. Sitting by the lake in such an atmosphere felt magical, like being in a movie scene, and reaching the mountain covered with thick fog was something I had never seen before – truly special! The tour was well organized, safe, and full of beautiful impressions. Definitely the kind of adventure I…”

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Baku: Guba & Sahdag Tour Lunch included and Laza Waterfall - The striped slopes of Candy Cane Mountain
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Baku: Guba & Sahdag Tour Lunch included and Laza Waterfall

6.Guba & Sahdag Tour Lunch included and Laza Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 506 reviews · from $15

Travel from Baku into northern Azerbaijan with a guide such as Servi, Gani, Solmaz, Adil, or Zeyneb. See Five Fingers Mountain, hike Candy Cane Mountain, visit Guba forest and the Red Jewish Village, then enjoy Shahdag activities. Lunch is included, while cable cars, skiing, roller coasters, and the Laza 4WD ride cost extra.

“Great experience with our tour guide Servi, who kept everyone upbeat despite the bad foggy weather we experienced up at Sahdag. Candy cane mountains and waterfall were the highlights of the tour. Great value for money too. 100% recommended.”

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Baku: Guba Khinalig & Candy Cane Tour with Homemade Lunch - Leaving Baku and stopping at Beshbarmag
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Baku: Guba Khinalig & Candy Cane Tour with Homemade Lunch

7.Guba Khinalig & Candy Cane Tour with Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 447 reviews · 11 hours · from $54

Travel north from Baku to Beshbarmag, Candy Cane Mountain, Guba, Gachrash Forest, Red Jewish Village, Eagle Mountain, and remote Khinalig. A live guide in English, Turkish, or Russian handles the long day, with lunch at a local home and museum visits in Khinalig. Guides may include Adil, Narmin, Sahil, Murad, or Gani.

“Everything was fine thanks and Adil was great tour guide”

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Old and Modern Baku Tour ( Day & Night Time) - Starting at Gosha Gala and entering the Old City
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Old and Modern Baku Tour ( Day & Night Time)

8.Old and Modern Baku Tour ( Day & Night Time)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 400 reviews · from $29

Walk Baku’s Old City with guides such as Nihad, Aysu, or Emil, then see the city from Highland Park and watch the Flame Towers light up. Morning and afternoon departures are available. The private option adds a car transfer to the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center and gives you a more flexible pace.

“It was a morning private tour, and our guide Arsu( not sure if I spelt it right) was phenomenal. She was full of knowledge and patience. Explained everything related to the country and she had a pleasant and good feel factor in her and my entire family liked her. The trip was Read more”

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Full Day Sightseeing Tour of the main Attractions around Baku - The first oil well and Bibi-Heybat Mosque
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Full Day Sightseeing Tour of the main Attractions around Baku

9.Full Day Sightseeing Tour of the main Attractions around Baku

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 388 reviews · from $60

Spend about nine hours beyond Baku with a guide such as Reza or Riad, visiting Gobustan's ancient rock art, bubbling mud volcanoes, Bibi-Heybat Mosque, the first oil well, Ateshgah Fire Temple, and Yanardag. Hotel pickup, lunch, tickets, and transport are included, with groups capped at 18 people.

“I had a fantastic experience on this day tour in Baku! Our guide, Ryaz, was incredibly knowledgeable and made the trip both informative and enjoyable. He shared fascinating insights about the sites we visited, adding depth to the experience. The tour was well-organized, and every stop was worth it. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Baku—it's a great way to explore the city and learn about its rich history!”

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Baku: Gobustan Absheron Tour Entry Tickets included - Gobustan: prehistoric life carved into stone
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Baku: Gobustan Absheron Tour Entry Tickets included

10.Gobustan Absheron Tour Entry Tickets included

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 329 reviews · from $6

From Baku, visit Gobustan’s prehistoric carvings, ride a rugged Lada to mud volcanoes, see Bibi-Heybat Mosque and the first oil wells, then explore Ateshgah, Yanardag, and the Heydar Aliyev Center. Guides such as Murad and Gani are praised for clear English, humor, and careful group support. Lunch and entry tickets depend on your selected option.

“This tour was amazing. We had a blast from start to finish. Our day was filled with fire, stories, outfit changes, fast car, food and loads of memories that will not be forgotten. We learned so many amazing facts from our tour guide Serví who was absolutely amazing. This young lady educated us about the her country Azerbaijan, I was wowed by her vast knowledge. If you are looking for an opportunity to learn more about the Azerbaijan well, this is the tour and the guide for you.”

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Sheki - Full Day Tour to Five Regions of Azerbaijan - Crossing Ismailli on the hanging bridge
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Sheki – Full Day Tour to Five Regions of Azerbaijan

11.Full Day Tour to Five Regions of Azerbaijan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 279 reviews · from $75

This 13 to 14-hour small-group trip from Baku reaches Shamakhi, Ismailli, Gabala, and Sheki. You will see an eighth-century mosque, a hanging bridge, Nokhur Lake, a waterfall, Sheki Khan Palace, and a former caravanserai. Guides such as Sayeed, Tabriz, Natiq, and Behbud have earned strong praise, but expect a very long day in the van.

“The guide and the driver were both excellent and worked hard to make the trip enjoyable .. it’s a very long day and the driver was superb . The Hanging bridge is a must and the Sheki Palace I was delighted I chose Smile Tours they did what they said and pick up was great and on time best wishes”

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Baku: Stunning Walking Tour of Historical and Modern City - Icherisheher: 75 minutes inside old Baku
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Baku: Stunning Walking Tour of Historical and Modern City

12.Stunning Walking Tour of Historical and Modern City

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 270 reviews · 3h 30m · from $33

Join an English-speaking guide, often Ashraf, for a 210-minute introduction to Baku. Walk through Icherisheher, see the Maiden Tower and Miniature Books Museum, ride toward Highland Park, then stroll the Caspian Boulevard to the Carpet Museum and Mini-Venice. Expect history, viewpoints, photo stops, and a small group of up to 10 people.

“Real good value for money ,our guide was simply amazing and helped is out with everything we asked him of,thank you so much”

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Gobustan-Mud Volcan-Fire Temple and Mountain Tour/Entrance inc - Bibi-Heybat Mosque starts the day beside the Caspian Sea
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Gobustan-Mud Volcan-Fire Temple and Mountain Tour/Entrance inc

13.Mud Volcan-Fire Temple and Mountain Tour/Entrance inc

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 267 reviews · from $30

Spend 7 to 8 hours touring Baku’s striking outskirts and cultural sites, from Gobustan petroglyphs and mud volcanoes to Ateshgah and Yanar Dag. Hotel pickup, transport, water, guide, photos, and selected entrance tickets are included. Guides may speak English, Arabic, Russian, Spanish, or Turkish.

“Such a fun day out to Gobustan! We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Azerbaijan. The tour guide Elshad is fun, informative, and entertaining. You wouldn't want to miss this tour!”

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Guba and Khinaliq Village Tour including Homemade Lunch - Qechresh Forest and the lunch question
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Guba and Khinaliq Village Tour including Homemade Lunch

14.Guba and Khinaliq Village Tour including Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 241 reviews · from $75

This 10-hour group trip from Baku takes you to Besh Barmag Mountain, Qechresh Forest, Quba, and remote Khinalig, billed as Europe’s highest inhabited village. You’ll ride in an air-conditioned vehicle, stop for tea and sweets, and eat homemade Azerbaijani food. Guides such as Ruslan, Narmin, Said, and Alex have received especially strong praise.

“The views of the mountains landscape are amazing and very snow all around. The home made lunch was deliciós and very complete. The driver and, Said, our guide was and excellent company and tell us much details about the culture and history of Azerbaijan. We recomended this tour, after visiting more 80 countries!”

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Baku Oil Heritage & Old Town Walking Tour - Entering Icherisheher through the Gosha Gala gate
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Baku Oil Heritage & Old Town Walking Tour

15.Baku Oil Heritage & Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 232 reviews · from $70

Walk from Fountain Square through Icherisheher and Imperial-era Baku with a personal guide such as Gani or Lina. Expect stories about oil barons, Muslim women’s education, architecture, Ali and Nino, and daily life. Historic photos and diagrams help bring the past to life, but museum and Maiden Tower entry fees are not included.

“The guide has told us a lot of interesting stories about Baku,the tour was a perfect way to get to know the city. After the tour guide provided us with some useful recommendations about food,Azerbaijani phrases and things to see next”

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Explore Azerbaijan

Pick a mountain road, a fire site or a table.

The fire country

GobustanAteshgah and Yanar DagAbsheron PeninsulaPalaces and Museums

North to the Caucasus

Guba and ShahdagKhinaliqCandy Cane MountainsBeshbarmagWaterfalls

West through the forest

GabalaShamakhiShekiLahijWine Tastings

Inside Baku

The Old CityCity ToursWalking ToursAfter DarkFood Tours