Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain PRIVATE TOUR

Experience the lifestyle of prehistoric people dating back to thousand years and learn the history of hand drawing petroglyphs. Enjoy the ride in a soviet car(s) and see the bubbling Mud volcanoes called Modern Mars in Azerbaijan. Learn about Zoroastrians in Azerbaijan who lived here for around 300 years. Visit the site that was revered by the Baku-based Hindu community related to Sikhs. Admire the pentagonal complex with an altar in the center which was the place of pilgrimage for worshippers. Travel to one of the most famous and popular tourist places in Azerbaijan, Yanardag and see a natural gas fire that blazes continuously on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula on the Caspian Sea near Baku. Discover the natural wonder of the state-protected conservation area of the mountain Yanar Dag.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Gobustan Rock Art, Gobustan Settlement - Garadagh District 60 km South of Baku, Qobustan 1080 Azerbaijan

Following a morning pickup from the meeting point in Baku, head in direction of Gobustan. The journey continues to the Gobustan Museum of Petroglyphs, an indoor and outdoor museum located approximately 60 kilometers (1 hour way distance) from Baku. Our well-educated guide will give you detailed information In the Museum and Rock Art Museum about Marvel at prehistoric rock drawings and petroglyphs which were carved by primitive men on walls of caves and on rocks, reflecting the culture, economy, and world outlook of the ancient Azeri people. General tour duration takes 1 hours to 50 minutes in this area.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Stop At: Mud Volcanoes, Dasgil Hill, Qobustan 3700 Azerbaijan

Then, head to the coastal area of Azerbaijan, home to 400 mud volcanoes far from 25 km far from the Gobustan Preserve area with Lada car(s). Tourists will spend 30 minutes at least enjoying the stunning scenery. The total duration with a road distance is one hour.


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bibi-Heybat Mosque, Baku Azerbaijan

After completing the tour Make a stop to visit the Bibi-Heybat Mosque and an industrialized oil well close to the Mosque. The accredited guide will explain the religion in Azerbaijan and the historical background of this holy place and the Oil boom in Azerbaijan experimentally showing the first oil industry areas.
After that, a lunch stop at a local restaurant savoring delicious Azerbaijani dishes or takeaway can be arranged. Total duration takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.


Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Ateshgah - Fire Temple, Surakhani, Baku Azerbaijan

After lunch, visit the ancient Zoroastrian Ateshgah Temple, a former holy place for fire-worshippers. Round off the day with a visit to Yanardag, a natural gas fire that blazes continuously on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula.
The planned tour program is concluded here and returning back to the first meeting point at the city centre. Total duration takes 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Luggage or large bags are not allowed"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 09:30 AM
Duration: 7 To 8 Hours
Start location: Nizami metrosu, 133 Zərgərpalan, Bakı 1009, Azerbaijan
Traveler pickup is offered
The defined meeting point is quite reasonable and it is very easy to find this place. The travelers can take a taxi or come by metro train. This place is at the centre in Baku which is near to all Hotels around.

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Guide
• Bottled water

Not Included

• Lunch
• Entrance fees to Gobustan Museum, Ateshgah Fire temple and Fire Mountain. Total est. expenses 15 USD

Facilities