8 days in Azerbaijan Itinerary

A truly contemporary city criss-crossed by history, Baku offers everything from the modern elegance of the Flame Towers to the medieval UNESCO-listed Old City at its core.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Palace of the Shirvanshahs as well as Maiden Tower. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Baku: Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum (in Shamakhi) and Gobustan (Diri Baba Mausoleum & Gobustan State Reserve). The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Baku Old City, don't miss a visit to Fountain Square, take in panoramic vistas at Flame Towers, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Yanardag.

To find maps, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Baku day trip planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Baku. In March, plan for daily highs up to 13°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.