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Azerbaijan Tour: Nature, History & Culture
Embark on this guided tour to experience Azerbaijan’s enchanting mix of nature, history, and culture. Uncover the wild beauty of Absheron National Park, the historical richness of Pirallahi Island, Lighthouse, Zira Ecopark, and the cultural gems of Gala Historical Reserve.
Embark on this guided tour to experience Azerbaijan’s enchanting mix of nature, history, and culture. Uncover the wild beauty of Absheron National Park, the historical richness of Pirallahi Island, Lighthouse, Zira Ecopark, and the cultural gems of Gala Historical Reserve.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Absheron National Park - Situated at the southeastern tip of the Absheron Peninsula, Absheron National Park is a pristine natural reserve offering stunning views of the Caspian Sea. Visitors can hike to Shah Dili Island, the easternmost point of the peninsula, and enjoy the serenity of being surrounded by endless sea and sky.
- Shahdili - Visit…
- Absheron National Park - Situated at the southeastern tip of the Absheron Peninsula, Absheron National Park is a pristine natural reserve offering stunning views of the Caspian Sea. Visitors can hike to Shah Dili Island, the easternmost point of the peninsula, and enjoy the serenity of being surrounded by endless sea and sky.
- Shahdili - Visit Shah Dili Island, affectionately known as the “Nose of the Eagle.” A 30-minute walk (2 km) will take you to the edge of Shah Dili Island (Shah Spit), where the Caspian Sea stretches endlessly in all directions. Experience the peaceful isolation and breathtaking views, making it a photographer’s dream.
- Zirya - Drive through Zira village, one of the oldest in the Absheron Peninsula, Baku. Head towards Pirallahi Island.
- Pirallahi Bridge - Next, cross the iconic Damba Bridge to reach Pirallahi Island.
- Pirallahi Fish House - Delight in a delicious seafood lunch at the renowned Pirallahi Fish House, savoring local specialties like sturgeon and kutum fish. Prices start from 15 AZN, and vegetarian options are available.
- Nərəkənd, Pirallahı - Adjacent to the restaurant, relax by the sea and explore Pirallahi Narakand Park, where traditional fishing boats are displayed, highlighting the island’s fishing heritage.
- Pirallahi Island - Continue your journey with a scenic roundtrip drive around Pirallahi Island, uncovering the island’s history with a tour guide.
- Artyom Lighthouse - Visit the historic Pirallahi Lighthouse — while access is restricted, you can get as close as possible to capture stunning photos against the Caspian Sea backdrop.
- Эко-парк «Зиря» - On the return journey, stop at Zire Ecopark, a sustainable cultural project. Visit the Carpet Museum at Zira Culture Centre, where intricately woven carpets showcase Azerbaijan’s textile artistry. Explore the tranquil park surroundings and learn about traditional craftsmanship.
- Archaeological and Ethnographic Museum Complex - Arrive at Gala Village and explore the Archaeological and Ethnographic Museum Complex, where ancient artifacts and reconstructed medieval dwellings narrate the story of Azerbaijan’s past.
- From Waste to Art Museum - Finally, visit the From Waste to Art Museum to see how discarded materials are transformed into creative artworks, promoting sustainability through art.
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- All Entrance Fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- All Entrance Fees
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Edgartu
May 6, 2025
A peaceful tour around less touristic areas - I have booked this tour since I am usually also interested to visit less touristic areas to explore local life. In this tour I had a chance to have a walk around sea shore of Caspian Sea in a Absheron National Park which is very unique place due to its location. After that I had a chance to walk around local park with seeing some animals and carpet exposition. Pirallahi island was next in our destination and it was interesting to visit an island in Azerbaijan, it is a very green city. The tour was finished with a visit to Qala town to learn some history about the place and to visit waste art museum. I really enjoyed the tour and I am thankful for my guide Elchin, we had plenty of interesting conversations about Azerbaijan.
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Wander15499013938
Apr 27, 2025
Wonderful tour with Old City Tours - I had an amazing time visiting Shahdili and Pirallahi islands! The nature was beautiful and very peaceful. Our guide Sameer was friendly with full of many interesting stories.
I recommend Old City Tours, they made everything easy and fun. I will see you next year again 😌
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Bakiabseronrti
Apr 9, 2025
Discover Azerbaijan’s underwater secrets - Near Baku there are lots of small rocky islands where the water reaches a depth of 5 to 12 metres. These islands are full of numerous types of fish and other sea species, such as the Caspian seal, the world’s smallest seal species. You may also see an interesting type of black sea turtle as well as harmless sea snakes; the Caspian Sea does not have any species that are dangerous for people. What’s more, in ancient times, Azerbaijan and the Caspian Sea around Baku were a part of the Silk Road, so the waters of the Caspian are alive with rumours of lost treasures and contain many shipwrecks. In addition, the Caspian is a centre of oil exploration, and so divers can also encounter abandoned oil platforms. For all these reasons, the Caspian Sea is a unique place for both experienced and beginner divers.
But Azerbaijan also has other unique diving spots, such as the crystal-clear mountain lakes of Goygol and Maralgol with depths of 60-90 metres in the west of the country, the Mingachevir Reservoir where you can see sunken villages at depths of 15-30 metres, Nohur lake in Gabala, and a variety of other dive sites. “Sangi Mugan Island” – a legendary island is one of the popular dive spots; near the island, there is a naturally created underwater miracle - underwater rock that forms a bowl-like aquarium. A trip to “Boyuk Zira” offers an interesting experience of wreck diving accompanied by diving professionals as well as a chance to look at remnants of the old Soviet Navy fleet. Having full of big rocks laying in the water, "Snake Island" is a fabulous place to begin your dive endeavours and to observe a unique wonder of local nature. It would be great luck to see how snakes hunt fish or how they copulate as they are not poison and never attack divers.
The company Baku Scuba can take you to all the best spots and offers a range of programmes to suit different budgets and time allowances. They can also arrange all the necessary permits and provide all the requisite gear for rental. As a PADI dive centre, Baku Scuba also has a full range of PADI diving courses. Course attendees are first trained in the pool and then an area of open sea at the company’s own dive spot, located in the coastal settlement of Dubendi near Baku on the Absheron Peninsula.
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