14 days in Azerbaijan Itinerary

Famous as the birthplace of legendary poet Nizami, Ganja is a truly ancient city still bearing traces of the myriad kingdoms and empires that ruled over it in the past.

Spend the 2nd (Thu) exploring at Lake Goygol. And it doesn't end there: identify plant and animal life at Maralgol lake, walk around Heydar Aliyev Park, browse the different shops at Ganja Mall, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Imamzadeh Mausoleum.

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Peshawar, Pakistan to Ganja is an approximately 19-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Peshawar to Ganja is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Peshawar in February, things will get a bit cooler in Ganja: highs are around 11°C and lows about 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to take a train to Gobustan.

Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape (UNESCO Heritage) covers three areas of a plateau of rocky boulders rising out of the semi-desert of central Azerbaijan, with an outstanding collection of more than 6,000 rock engravings bearing testimony to 40,000 years of rock art.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Sun): steep yourself in history at Diri Baba Mausoleum and then make a trip to Mud Volcanoes. On the 6th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get a new perspective on nature at Gobustan State Reserve.

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You can take a train from Ganja to Gobustan in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. February in Gobustan sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 6th (Mon) before leaving for Gusar.

Azerbaijan's "northern gates" promise breathtaking Caucasus Mountain scenery, home to some of the country’s highest peaks, a classy ski resort, traditional rustic villages, and tasty Lezgi cuisine.

On the 7th (Tue), walk around Nariman Narimanov Park, fly down the slopes at Shahdag Mountain Resort, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Six-Domed Synagogue, and finally take an in-depth tour of Mountain Jews Museum.

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Traveling by car from Gobustan to Gusar takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or do a combination of train and taxi. Traveling from Gobustan in February, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Gusar, with lows of -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to drive to Baku.

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.

Baku is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Baku Old City, see the interesting displays at Heydar Aliyev Center, explore the ancient world of Ateshgah Fire Temple, and make a trip to Baku Boulevard.

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Drive from Gusar to Baku in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Gusar in February, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Baku, with lows around 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Nakhchivan.

Nakhchivan, an autonomous Azerbaijani republic, remains a region of breathtaking landscapes, quaint villages, and a cuisine distinct from the rest of the country.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Sun): explore the fascinating underground world of Ashab-i Kehf and then steep yourself in history at Alinja Castle. Here are some ideas for day two: steep yourself in history at Noah’s Mausoleum, admire the landmark architecture of Nakhchivan Khans' Palace, and then steep yourself in history at Mausoleum of Momine Khatun.

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Traveling by flight from Baku to Nakhchivan takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or drive. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Baku in February since evenings lows in Nakhchivan dip to -4°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) so you can travel back home.