Welcome to Baku: A Blend of Old and New!
Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, is like a magical mix of ancient tales and modern wonders. It’s a city where old cobblestone streets meet shiny skyscrapers along the Caspian Sea. You’ll wander through narrow alleys in the historic Old City, feeling the history in its ancient walls and grand palaces. Yet, look up, and you’ll see the futuristic Flame Towers lighting up the skyline, showing how Baku embraces the future. Every corner here has a story to tell, where the past meets today in a city that’s always buzzing with life.
Azerbaijan is a safe country to visit.
In the Azeri capital of Baku, you will encounter locals that speak English for their work. Digital Nomad events and social mixers are a great way to meet Azeris who are eager to practice their English.
The official language of Azerbaijan is Azeri and Local currency is Azerbaijan Manats
WHAT TO EXPECT
Although the city now has a deep influence of the modern era, it also holds a strong sense of pride in its mediaeval roots. The Azerbaijan trips will show you the beauty of this unique blend and how the people are still so connected to their culture and traditions.
There are so many tourist places in Baku that a day or two will not be enough for you to explore the entire city. From the Old City to the Flames Tower, tourism in Baku shows the contrast between old-fashioned and hypermodern styles of architecture.
So get ready to explore the wonders by going to the most popular and not so popular tourist places in Baku with PonyTail Excursions.
Day Wise Itinerary:
Day 1:
- Arrival: Touchdown at Hyder Aliyev International Airport. Transfer to your cozy hotel. Freshen up and relax.
- Evening Delight: Get enchanted with the Baku Night City Tour – Highland Park, Funicular Ride, Martyr Alleys, Flame Tower, Baku Eye, Baku Boulevard, Carpet Museum, Deniz Mall, and the vibrant Nizami Street.
- Stay: Overnight in the heart of Baku.
Day 2:
- Absheron Excursion: Venture into the Absheron Area to explore the Fire Temple, Fire Mountain – Yanardag, and capture stunning photos at the iconic HEYDER ALIYEV CENTER.
- Old City Gems: Discover the historical wonders of Baku Old City, including Icharishahar, Maiden Tower, Palace of Shirvanshah, and the charming Museum of Miniature Books.
- Stay: Another captivating night in Baku.
Day 3:
- Gabala Adventure: Dive into the Gabala Mountains to experience the tranquility of Nohur Lake, the Seven Beauties of Water – Yeddi Gozel, and the breathtaking Tufandag Mountain Resort. Opt for a thrilling RIFLE Shooting experience at Gabala Shooting Centre.
- Relaxation: Overnight in the heart of bustling Baku.
Day 4:
- Qobustan Exploration: Embark on an adventure to the Qobustan Area, discovering the Mud Volcano, Gobustan State Preserve’s archaeological treasures, and the striking Bibi Heybat Mosque.
- Stay: Another delightful night in Baku.
Day 5:
- Retail Therapy: After a hearty breakfast, enjoy a Shopping Tour.
- Farewell: Transfer to Baku Airport. Bid adieu to Baku, carrying cherished memories of an unforgettable journey.
Inclusions:
- Warm Welcome: Meet & Greet at Hyder Aliyev International Airport in Baku, Azerbaijan.
- Cosy Stays: 4 Nights in comfortable accommodations with daily breakfast.
- Delicious Dining: Indulge in 4 Lunches and 2 Dinners at charming Indian Restaurants.
- Gala Evenings: 2 Special Gala Dinners at Upmarket Popular Clubs.
- Hydration On-the-Go: 2 Bottles of 0.5-liter mineral water per person per day.
- Smooth Transits: Air-conditioned Car with a Professional Driver.
- Guided Adventures: English-Speaking Lady Certified Guide throughout your journey.
- Thrilling Tours:
- City Tour: Flame Tower, Baku Eye, Boulevard Park, Nizami Street, Crystal Hall, Carpet Museum, Little Venice, and the grand Hyder Aliyev sights.
- Old City Tour: Explore Ichari Seher, Maiden Tower, and the majestic Shirvanshah Palace.
- Qobustan Tour: Witness Mud Volcano and Rock Petroglyph for a mesmerizing experience.
- Ateshgah Tour: Discover the Fire Temple and Fire Mountain for a mystical journey.
- Shopping Tour: Dive into the local market scene and malls like 28 Mall, Ganglik, and Port Baku.
- Gabala Tour: Embrace the beauty of Nohur Lake, Yeddi Gozel Waterfall, and a thrilling Cable Car ride.
- Entrances: Enjoy Funicular Rides, visits to Fire Temple, Fire Mountain, Mud Volcano, Rock Museum, and Cable Car adventures.
- Convenient E-Visa for your hassle-free entry.
Cancellation Policy
The booking of the trip is subject to certain terms and conditions.
Changed your mind soon after booking?
We want you to be fully comfortable with your booking. Which is why we offer the below policy:
- After making payment for any trip, in the event that you change your mind within 48 hours, you will get the full refund except for Rs. 1000 towards administrative charges. This is provided that at the time when you inform us of cancellation, there are at least 15 days before departure for domestic and 30 days before departure for international trip.
- Refunds given under this scheme, are subject to the 'Additional Points' as stated below
The cancellation schedule is detailed below:
- Cancellation after confirmation with payment anytime before 30 days of the commencement of tour: 15% of the value of the trip or Rs 8000, (whichever is less), will be deducted and the rest refunded.
- Cancelling the tour 30 to 20 days before commencement of the tour: 25% of the value of the undiscounted tour cost will be deducted and the rest refunded.
- Cancelling 19-10 days before commencing of the tour: 50% of the undiscounted tour cost will be deducted and the rest refunded.
- Cancelling 9-7 days before commencement of the tour: 75% of the undiscounted tour cost will be deducted and the rest refunded.
- Cancelling 6 days or lesser before the tour date: No refund for the tour.
Additional Points:
- For any flight tickets booked additionally with the trip being cancelled, the cancellation policy of the airline will apply.
- Amounts paid towards extras like activities or room nights are only returned on a ‘best effort’ basis. We are not liable for these amounts.
- Amount paid towards handling charges while paying through the payment gateway (typically about 2.25%), is not returned while making any refunds.For bookings made online, as a goodwill gesture we absorb the processing fees for our travellers. However, we cannot absorb these in case of a cancellation.
- If for any unforeseen reason, the trip gets cancelled by Ponytail , a complete refund would be made.
- Refunds (when due) are paid directly into a bank account by Ponytail and take 30 days to process.
- In case of cancellation, in addition to the trip cancellation policy stated above, losses incurred on cancelling the visa fee, insurance, and flights will be charged on actuals, over and above the standard cancellation rate even if these are part of inclusion in the package.
- In case we are forced to reschedule the trip to a later date due to natural calamities, acts of god, civil unrest, war and other events beyond our control, this is NOT treated as a cancellation by Ponytail. In this case, you could choose to shift over to the new date at no cost OR any other trip by paying the applicable transfer charges OR avail a refund with minimum cancellation charges (lowest slab will apply) and any unrecoverable amount spent on behalf of the traveller will be charged. This includes, but is not limited to, visa fees, airline tickets, insurance and handling charges while paying through a payment gateway (typically 2.25%)