This guide gives you a complete Azerbaijan itinerary 7 days that’s perfect for first-timers. I’ve put together each day so you can see all the good spots, eat local food, and find hidden places without rushing too much.
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- 7 Days in Azerbaijan: Where to Go and What to See
- Day 1: Baku City and Old Town
- Day 2: Absheron Peninsula Adventure
- Day 3: Gobustan and Mud Volcanoes
- Day 4: Shamakhi and Sheki Journey
- Day 5: Gabala Mountain Resort
- Day 6: Gabala Activities and Return
- Day 7: Last-Day Sights and Departure
- Additional Recommendations for Indian Tourists
- Why Choose OneVasco?
- FAQs
7 Days in Azerbaijan: Where to Go and What to See
Your 7 day trip to Azerbaijan will include famous places, ancient sites, and mountain resorts while giving you time to enjoy local foods and feel the country’s special vibe. Daily costs average around ₹7,000 (AZN 140) per person, including activities, food, and local travel.
| Day | Areas | Main Attractions | Estimated Costs | Transport | Food Highlights |
| Day 1 | Baku | Old City, Maiden Tower, Flame Towers | ₹3,450 (AZN 69) | Airport taxi | Firuze Restaurant |
| Day 2 | Absheron | Fire Temple, Yanar Dag, Bibi-Heybat | ₹3,825 (AZN 76.5) | Private car | Qutab Restaurant |
| Day 3 | Gobustan | Rock Art, Mud Volcanoes | ₹5,300 (AZN 106) | Private van | Xəzaq Restaurant |
| Day 4 | Shamakhi, Sheki | Juma Mosque, Khan’s Palace | ₹7,350 (AZN 147) | Private car | Halva Restaurant |
| Day 5 | Gabala | Tufandag Resort, Nohur Lake | ₹6,850 (AZN 137) | Private car | Anar Restaurant |
| Day 6 | Gabala | Shooting Club, return to Baku | ₹4,150 (AZN 83) | Private car | Nergiz Restaurant |
| Day 7 | Baku | Heydar Aliyev Center, departure | ₹2,750 (AZN 55) | Private taxi | Dolma Restaurant |
Day 1: Baku City and Old Town
Your Azerbaijan trip starts with the amazing sights of Baku city! After landing at the airport, take a private transfer to your hotel. This comfortable ride takes only 30 minutes and costs around ₹1,500 (AZN 30).
Morning Activities
The immigration process takes about 45-60 minutes. Make sure you have your e-visa ready – Indian citizens need to apply online before arrival! At the hotel, try to get early check-in if your room is ready, otherwise, store your bags.
| Time | Activity | Details | Cost |
| 06:00 | Airport arrival | 45–60 min immigration | — |
| 07:00 | Private transfer to hotel | Pre-arranged taxi | ₹1,500 |
| 08:00 | Hotel check-in | Drop bags or check-in | — |
| 08:30 | Breakfast at Paul Boulangerie | Croissant + coffee | ₹400 |
| 09:30 | Old City walking tour | UNESCO World Heritage site | Free |
Lunchtime
Head to Firuze Restaurant in the Old City for lunch. This traditional restaurant has outdoor seating with views of ancient buildings. Their Azerbaijani plov from ₹1,250 (AZN 25) is a must-try. Plan to spend about ₹1,500-2,000 (AZN 30-40) per person for a good meal.
Afternoon Activities
- Explore Icherisheher (Old City) – a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Climb Maiden Tower (₹500/AZN 10) for panoramic views
- Visit Palace of the Shirvanshahs (₹200/AZN 4)
- Stop at Museum of Miniature Books (₹100/AZN 2)
- See the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum (₹500/AZN 10)
The Old City is really cool as you walk through narrow streets with old buildings all around! The Maiden Tower has 8 floors connected by spiral stairs, and from the top, you get 360-degree views of Baku Bay and the modern skyline.
Evening Activities
- Stroll along Baku Boulevard by the Caspian Sea
- Take the funicular to Highland Park (₹100/AZN 2)
- Dinner at CHiNAR Restaurant (₹2,000/AZN 40 per person)
- Watch Flame Towers light show from Highland Park
- Return to hotel for rest
CHiNAR serves modern Asian cuisine with Azerbaijani ingredients. Their terrace has perfect views of the Flame Towers. After eating, watch the LED display on the towers – they show fire animations, Azerbaijan flag, and other patterns!
Pro Tips:
- The Old City has uneven cobblestone streets – wear comfortable shoes
- Flame Towers look best after dark when the LED displays start
- Download the Bolt app for cheap taxi rides around the city
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Day 2: Absheron Peninsula Adventure
Start your day with breakfast at your hotel or visit a local café for an authentic morning meal. Today, you’ll explore the Absheron Peninsula’s fire-related attractions and historic sites.
Morning Activities
| Time | Activity | Details | Cost |
| 08:00 | Hotel breakfast buffet | Buffet included | — |
| 09:00 | Private car hire | Full-day car rental | ₹3,000/day |
| 10:00 | Drive to Ateshgah Fire Temple | Explore the historic fire temple | Entry ₹150 |
| 11:30 | Visit Yanar Dag | Natural eternal flame site | Entry ₹75 |
The Ateshgah Fire Temple was once a place of worship for Zoroastrians, Hindus, and Sikhs. Today, it’s a museum showing how natural gas creates eternal flames. The temple complex has 24 cells where pilgrims used to stay.
Lunchtime
Head to Qutab Restaurant in Surakhani for lunch. They’re famous for their qutabs (stuffed flatbreads) with different fillings like herbs, meat, or pumpkin. A meal costs around AZN 6-8 per person.
Afternoon Activities
- Visit Bibi-Heybat Mosque (free entry, donations welcome)
- Return to Baku for afternoon rest at hotel
- Optional: Visit Heydar Aliyev Center if time permits
- Relax at hotel pool or spa
Bibi-Heybat Mosque is a beautiful recreation of a 13th-century mosque that was destroyed in Soviet times. It sits by the sea with twin minarets visible from far away. The green and gold domes make perfect photos!
Evening Activities
- Cocktails at Sky Grill Bar in Four Seasons (₹750/AZN 15)
- Dinner at Mangal Steak House (₹1,750/AZN 35 for mixed grill)
- Optional evening walk around Flame Towers
- Return to hotel to rest
Sky Grill Bar on the 24th floor offers amazing views of Baku. Watch the sunset over the Caspian Sea while enjoying cocktails. Mangal serves excellent grilled meats – their mixed grill platter is perfect for sharing.
Pro Tips:
- Yanar Dag looks most impressive at dusk when flames glow brighter
- Dress modestly for mosque visits – women should bring headscarf
- Book Sky Grill Bar table in advance for sunset time
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Day 3: Gobustan and Mud Volcanoes
Today you’ll venture outside Baku to see ancient rock art and unique mud volcanoes. No 1 week in Azerbaijan itinerary would be complete without visiting these natural wonders!
Morning Activities
| Time | Activity | Details | Cost |
| 07:00 | Early breakfast | — | — |
| 08:00 | Private van pickup | Day car hire | ₹4,000/day |
| 09:00 | Drive to Gobustan | Start the journey to the archaeological site | — |
| 10:00 | Museum visit | Visit Gobustan Museum | Entry ₹500 |
| 11:00 | Rock carvings trail | Explore ancient petroglyphs | Free |
Gobustan has over 6,000 rock carvings that are up to 40,000 years old! The museum explains everything with touchscreens and displays. The outdoor trail takes you to see real petroglyphs showing hunting scenes and ancient boats.
Lunchtime
Enjoy lunch at Xəzaq Restaurant on the way back. This roadside restaurant is famous for its fresh Caspian fish dishes. Try their sturgeon kebab for approximately AZN 12 per person.
Afternoon Activities
- Visit the famous mud volcanoes (15 mins from Gobustan)
- Watch mud bubbling and small eruptions
- Return to Baku city
- Free time for shopping or rest
- Optional: Visit Taza Bazaar for local products
The mud volcanoes look like something from another planet! Azerbaijan has 350 of the world’s 800 mud volcanoes. They bubble constantly and sometimes erupt mud instead of lava. Wear old shoes as they can get muddy.
Evening Activities
- Dinner at Heaven Restaurant in Flame Towers (₹2,500/AZN 50)
- Experience a 360-degree rotating restaurant
- Panoramic night views of Baku
- Return to hotel
Heaven Restaurant slowly rotates, giving you complete city views during dinner. The international menu is expensive, but the experience is worth it. Book in advance for window tables!
Pro Tips:
- Wear sturdy shoes for mud volcano terrain
- Bring wet wipes and hand sanitizer
- Best photos at mud volcanoes in morning light
- Heaven Restaurant requires smart casual dress
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Day 4: Shamakhi and Sheki Journey
Today begins your journey to Azerbaijan’s beautiful regions. Check out early and start the road trip to Sheki, stopping at historic Shamakhi along the way.
Morning Activities
| Time | Activity | Details | Cost |
| 06:30 | Check out and a packed breakfast | Early start from the hotel | — |
| 07:00 | Drive to Shamakh | Car hire for 2 days | ₹6,000 (for 2 days) |
| 09:00 | Visit Juma Mosque | Historic mosque visit | Free |
| 10:30 | Visit Yeddi Gumbaz | Explore ancient tombs | Free |
Shamakhi was once the capital of the Shirvan kingdom. The Juma Mosque is Azerbaijan’s oldest mosque, first built in 743 AD. The Seven Domes (Yeddi Gumbaz) are royal tombs with beautiful mountain views.
Lunchtime
Stop for lunch at Durna Restaurant in Shamakhi. Try their famous piti soup – lamb cooked in individual clay pots. A proper piti meal costs around ₹750 (AZN 15) per person.
Afternoon Activities
- Continue scenic drive to Sheki (3 hours)
- Stop for photos of mountain landscapes
- Check into Karavansaray Hotel (₹6,000/AZN 120)
- Visit Sheki Khan’s Palace (₹750/AZN 15)
- Explore Sheki old town streets
Sheki Khan’s Palace is famous for its stained glass windows – 6,000 pieces fitted without glue or nails! The frescoes show hunting scenes and flowers. No photos are allowed inside to protect the artwork.
Evening Activities
- Dinner at hotel’s Halva Restaurant
- Must-try Sheki halva dessert (₹200/AZN 4)
- Evening walk in illuminated old town
- Rest in your historic caravanserai room
Karavansaray Hotel is actually a restored 18th-century caravanserai where Silk Road traders used to stay. The stone rooms have modern bathrooms but keep their historic charm.
Pro Tips:
- Pack snacks for the long drive from Baku
- Sheki is cooler than Baku – bring a light jacket
- Buy Sheki halva to take home as gifts
- Book a palace guide to learn the full history
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Day 5: Gabala Mountain Resort
Continue your mountain adventure with a trip to Gabala, Azerbaijan’s premier mountain resort area. Today combines culture with nature in the best places to visit in Azerbaijan in 7 days.
Morning Activities
| Time | Activity | Details | Cost |
| 07:30 | Breakfast | Included with hotel stay | — |
| 08:30 | Visit Kish Albanian Church | Historic 1st-century site | — |
| 09:30 | Craft shopping | Local souvenirs and handicrafts | — |
| 10:30 | Drive to Gabala | Journey to Gabala town | — |
| 12:00 | Hotel check-in | Accommodation in Gabala | ₹5,500/night |
Kish village has one of the oldest churches in the Caucasus, dating to the 1st century. The stone church was built without mortar and has ancient graves underneath. The drive to Gabala passes through beautiful forests.
Lunchtime
Check into Qafqaz Sport Hotel first, then have lunch at Anar Restaurant. Their mountain trout is caught fresh daily and costs around ₹1,000 (AZN 20). The outdoor terrace has forest views.
Afternoon Activities
- Take Tufandag cable car (₹500/AZN 10)
- Enjoy the mountain panoramic views
- Try the alpine coaster in summer (₹400/AZN 8)
- Visit Nohur Lake for a boat ride (₹250/AZN 5)
- Use resort facilities (pool, tennis)
Tufandag Mountain Resort offers year-round activities. The cable car takes you up for amazing views of the Caucasus Mountains. In summer, try the alpine coaster that winds down the mountain!
Evening Activities
- Dinner at the hotel restaurant or a local café
- Evening walk to enjoy the mountain air
- Stargazing (Gabala has clear skies)
- Early night to rest for tomorrow
Gabala nights are much cooler than Baku – perfect for evening walks. The resort area is quiet and safe, with many restaurants offering outdoor seating.
Pro Tips:
- Bring warm clothes – mountain evenings are cold
- Book cable car tickets early in peak season
- Try local honey sold at roadside stands
- Download offline maps – signal can be patchy
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Day 6: Gabala Activities and Return
Enjoy morning activities in Gabala before returning to Baku for your last night on this Azerbaijan 7 day travel plan.
Morning Activities
| Time | Activity | Details | Cost |
| 07:30 | Breakfast | Included with hotel stay | — |
| 08:30 | Gabala Shooting Club | Shooting experience | ₹750 |
| 09:30 | City highlights tour | Explore Gabala’s main sights | Free |
| 10:30 | Visit Seven Beauties Waterfall | Scenic waterfall visit | ₹250 |
| 11:30 | Checkout | Hotel checkout | — |
Gabala Shooting Club lets you try different guns with professional instructors. The package includes safety training and 30 rounds. The Seven Beauties Waterfall has seven steps and requires a short forest hike.
Lunchtime
Enjoy lunch at Garden Restaurant before departing. Their dolma selection includes grape leaves, cabbage, and peppers stuffed with meat and rice. A full meal costs around ₹1,250 (AZN 25).
Afternoon Activities
- Depart Gabala at 2:30 PM
- 4-hour scenic drive back to Baku
- Stop at viewpoints for photos
- Buy honey and herbs from roadside vendors
- Check back into Baku hotel (6:30 PM)
The return journey offers different views as the sun sets behind the mountains. Local vendors sell fresh honey, dried herbs, and nuts along the road – great for gifts!
Evening Activities
- Casual dinner at Nergiz Restaurant (₹1,500/AZN 30)
- Walk around illuminated Fountains Square
- Last-minute souvenir shopping
- Pack bags for tomorrow’s departure
Nergiz serves good Azerbaijani food in a relaxed setting. Try their mixed grill platter and eggplant rolls. Fountains Square has street performers and outdoor cafes at night.
Pro Tips:
- Request rest stops on the long drive
- Mountain honey makes great gifts
- Nergiz doesn’t take reservations – go early
- Keep receipts for VAT refund at airport
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Day 7: Last-Day Sights and Departure
Make the most of your final day with modern architecture and last-minute shopping on this 7 days travel route in Azerbaijan.
Morning Activities
| Time | Activity | Details | Cost |
| 07:30 | Breakfast | Included with hotel stay | — |
| 08:30 | Checkout and luggage storage | Leave bags safely at hotel | — |
| 09:00 | Visit Heydar Aliyev Center | Modern architecture & museum visit | ₹600 |
| 10:30 | Shop at Taza Bazaar | Food souvenirs shopping | Free (keep receipts) |
Heydar Aliyev Center was designed by Zaha Hadid and looks like a flowing wave. The building has no straight lines! Inside, see Azerbaijan history exhibits and the classic car collection.
Lunchtime
Experience traditional dolma varieties at Dolma Restaurant. Their set menu includes 3-4 types of dolma with yogurt sauce. Expect to pay around ₹1,000 (AZN 20) per person.
Afternoon Activities
- Final shopping for saffron and tea
- Return to hotel for luggage (2:30 PM)
- Transfer to airport (allow 30 minutes)
- Check-in 3 hours before flight
- Process VAT refund if applicable
Taza Bazaar is perfect for food souvenirs. Buy saffron (₹500/AZN 10 per gram), pomegranate products, and local tea. Bargain for better prices on larger quantities!
Evening Activities
- Complete airport formalities
- Last-minute duty-free shopping
- Buy caviar at airport (cheaper than city)
- Board your flight home
The airport has excellent duty-free shopping. Caviar prices are lower here than in city shops. Remember to check your country’s import limits!
As your top 7 day itinerary for Azerbaijan comes to an end, think about all the amazing experiences – from Baku’s modern skyline to ancient fire temples, bubbling mud volcanoes to peaceful mountain villages. Azerbaijan truly offers something special at every turn.
Pro Tips:
- Keep some AZN for airport expenses
- Arrive early for VAT refund processing
- Pack caviar in checked luggage
- Save a boarding pass for duty-free discounts
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Hotels
Luxury:
- Four Seasons Hotel Baku – From ₹22,000 (AZN 450) per night
- Fairmont Baku Flame Towers – From ₹18,000 (AZN 370) per night
- Shah Palace Hotel (Baku Old City) – From ₹12,000 (AZN 250) per night
Budget:
- Old City Inn (Baku) – From ₹3,500 (AZN 70) per night
- Sahil Hostel & Hotel (Baku) – From ₹2,000 (AZN 40) per night
- Guest House Inn & Hostel (Baku) – From ₹2,200 (AZN 45) per night
- Qafqaz Resort Hotel (Gabala) – From ₹7,000 (AZN 140) per night
Food
Luxury:
- Chinar (Baku) – Contemporary Asian, fine dining
- Nakhchivan Restaurant – Traditional Azerbaijani, upscale
- Sky Grill (Hilton Baku) – International cuisine, city views
Casual:
- Dolma Restaurant – Classic Azerbaijani food
- Firuze Restaurant – Local cuisine, Old City
- Qaynana – Home-style Azeri dishes
- Chinar Indian Restaurant – Indian cuisine
Street Food:
- Taza Bazaar – Fresh fruits, local sweets, kebabs
- Nizami Street – Doner, qutab, baklava
- Icherisheher Market – Pomegranate juice, pastries
Shopping
Electronics:
- Baku Electronics – Gadgets, appliances
- Kontakt Home – Electronics, home goods
Fashion & Luxury:
- Port Baku Mall – Luxury brands, international designers
- 28 Mall – Fashion, beauty, lifestyle
- Ganjlik Mall – Shopping, entertainment
Local Markets:
- Taza Bazaar – Spices, saffron, caviar, sweets
- Icherisheher Market – Carpets, ceramics, antiques
- Nizami Street – Boutiques, souvenirs, international brands
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FAQs
Is 7 days enough to explore Azerbaijan?
Seven days is ideal for experiencing Azerbaijan’s major attractions, including Baku, mud volcanoes, and mountain regions. You’ll have time to visit both urban and natural areas without feeling rushed.
What is the average daily cost for a 7 day itinerary in Azerbaijan?
The average daily cost is around AZN 100-150 (₹5,000-7,500), including mid-range accommodation, meals, attractions, and transportation. This can vary significantly depending on your accommodation choices and dining preferences.
Which is the best month to visit Azerbaijan?
April to June and September to October offer comfortable temperatures and clear skies, perfect for sightseeing. These months avoid both the summer heat and winter cold.
How much money to take to Azerbaijan for 7 days?
Budget approximately AZN 700-1,000 (₹35,000-50,000) for a week, excluding flights and accommodation. This covers meals, attractions, shopping, and transportation for a comfortable but not extravagant trip.
Which area of Azerbaijan is best to stay in?
Baku’s Old City or Fountains Square offers convenient access to major attractions and transportation networks. Both areas have excellent dining and shopping options with accommodations for every budget.
Should I include Nakhchivan in my itinerary?
With only 7 days in Azerbaijan, it’s better to focus on exploring Baku and the northern regions thoroughly. Nakhchivan requires separate flights and visa considerations.
