Baku Tour Packages
Baku, Azerbaijan's capital on the Caspian Sea, sets a UNESCO-listed walled old city beside dazzling modern architecture.
Baku at a glance
- LocationAzerbaijan, Central Asia & the Caucasus
- Time zone1 hour 30 minutes behind India
- Driving sideRight
- Calling code+994
- CurrencyAzerbaijani manat (AZN)
- LanguagesAzerbaijani, Russian
- Power plugsTypes C and F · 220 V
- Ideal stay3–4 days
Best time to visit: April to June; September to October
Top Baku travel packages
A few of our Baku itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Essential tips for travelling to Baku
Azerbaijani manat (AZN). Carry some local currency for markets, small shops and tips, and ask your bank about international card charges before you travel.
Around 10% where no service charge is included.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
Types C and F · 220 V. Indian two-pin plugs usually fit; carry an adapter for three-pin chargers.
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Languages spoken: Azerbaijani, Russian.
Baku is the base for day trips to Gobustan and the Absheron peninsula; Gabala and Sheki are three to five hours away by road.
We work with our own tied-up partner company in Azerbaijan, so your guides, drivers, hotels and transfers are arranged by people who live there, with local support throughout your trip.
Azerbaijan offers an online e-visa that most Indian travellers receive within a few days.
The Ateshgah fire temple near Baku was built by Indian traders and has inscriptions in Sanskrit and Punjabi.
Visit Yanar Dag and the Flame Towers after dark; Baku is at its best at night.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Baku
Baku, Azerbaijan's capital on the Caspian Sea, sets a UNESCO-listed walled old city beside dazzling modern architecture. The Maiden Tower and Palace of the Shirvanshahs stand inside the walls, the Flame Towers light up the skyline at night, and the seafront boulevard runs for kilometres along the Caspian.
Highlights include Icherisheher (Old City), Maiden Tower, Palace of the Shirvanshahs and Flame Towers. Local food worth trying: Plov with saffron, Dolma, Qutab (stuffed flatbread) and Pakhlava. Plan 3–4 days here; it suits couples, families, first-time caucasus trips. Our Baku itineraries run from 5 to 8 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
April to June; September to October. Mild and sunny; Baku is windy year-round.
How to reach Baku
- By air: Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD), with direct flights from Delhi
- By rail: Overnight train to Tbilisi (when running)
- By road: Road to Gabala and Sheki, 3 to 5 hours
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
5D / 4NBakuBaku City Break
The walled old city, Maiden Tower and Flame Towers, a day at Gobustan and the mud volcanoes, and Yanar Dag's burning hillside at dusk.
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7D / 6NBaku · Gabala · ShekiBaku, Gabala & Sheki
Baku's old city and Caspian boulevard, the Tufandag cable cars and Nohur Lake in Gabala, and the painted Palace of the Shaki Khans.
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8D / 7NBaku · Sheki · TbilisiAzerbaijan & Georgia
Baku's old city and Flame Towers, the silk-road town of Sheki, then across the border to Tbilisi's balconies, baths and wine bars.
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Top things to see in Baku
Cultural experiences in Baku
Heritage and landmarks
On the menuFood to try
- Plov with saffron
- Dolma
- Qutab (stuffed flatbread)
- Pakhlava
Outdoor activities in Baku
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Baku: April to June; September to October. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Baku travel tips
Visa and entry
Entry rules for Indian passport holders change, including visa-free, visa-on-arrival and e-visa schemes, so confirm the current rules on the official government or embassy website for Azerbaijan before booking flights. Most countries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. We check the current requirements when we prepare your quote; we cannot guarantee visa approval.
Health and safety
Buy travel insurance that covers medical treatment and evacuation; healthcare abroad can be expensive. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription. Some places here are at high altitude: rest on arrival, drink plenty of water and ascend gradually. For current safety advice, check the travel advisories published by the Government of India and the embassy in Azerbaijan.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Azerbaijani manat (AZN). Around 10% where no service charge is included.
Best time to visit
April to June; September to October. Mild and sunny; Baku is windy year-round.
Getting around
Baku is the base for day trips to Gobustan and the Absheron peninsula; Gabala and Sheki are three to five hours away by road.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack warm layers, a down jacket and gloves, modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Indian mobile operators sell international roaming packs, or you can buy a local SIM or eSIM on arrival with your passport. Check that your phone is unlocked and supports eSIM before you travel.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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Mashhad grew around the shrine of Imam Reza, the eighth Shia Imam, whose golden dome stands at the centre of the Haram-e Razavi, a city of courtyards, mosques, libraries and museums.
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