31 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.

Step out of Baku with an excursion to Gobustan State Reserve in Gobustan--about 1h 5 min away. There's much more to do: examine the collection at Heydar Aliyev Center, make a trip to Flame Towers, pause for some photo ops at Sculpture Girl on Bench, and steep yourself in history at Baku Old City.

For maps, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read our Baku trip planner.

Muscat, Oman to Baku is an approximately 8.5-hour flight. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Muscat in September; daily highs in Baku reach 31°C and lows reach 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to go by car to Ismayilli.

Take a trip to Ismayilli to discover a region of rolling countryside producing some of Azerbaijan’s best honey, dairy produce, and wine.

To see other places to visit, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Ismayilli road trip planner.

Traveling by car from Baku to Ismayilli takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and taxi. Traveling from Baku in September, Ismayilli is a bit cooler at night with lows of 17°C. On the 3rd (Sat), you're off to Shamakhi.

Azerbaijan's former capital surrounded by fine countryside and packed with cultural heritage, Shamakhi is one of Azerbaijan’s most historic cities and the birthplace of legendary Azerbaijani poets Sabir and Nesimi.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sun): do a tasting at Meyseri Wines, then experience rural life at Alpaca Azerbaijan, and then delve into the distant past at Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum.

To see photos and tourist information, read our Shamakhi online trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by car from Ismayilli to Shamakhi takes an hour. In September, daily temperatures in Shamakhi can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Guba.

A gateway into the majestic Caucasus Mountains, Guba is a glorious stretch of countryside and a great destination for lovers of ecotourism and outdoor adventures.

On the 5th (Mon), take in the awesome beauty at Tengya Alty Gorge, take in the dramatic scenery at Afurja Waterfall, and then take an in-depth tour of Mountain Jews Museum.

Plan trip to Guba with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.

Getting from Shamakhi to Guba by car takes about 4 hours. In September, daily temperatures in Guba can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can drive to 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.

Step out of Gusar to go to Laza and see Laza Waterfalls, which is approximately 50 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: hit the slopes at Shahdag Mountain Resort and stroll around Nariman Narimanov Park.

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Gusar is just a stone's throw from Guba. In September, daily temperatures in Gusar can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. On the 8th (Thu), you're off to Lankaran.

Known for its awesome nature and unmissable cuisine, Lankaran can also inspire with its varied scenes of culture and traditions.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Fri): explore the activities along Khanbulanchay Reservoir, then visit a coastal fixture at Mayak (Lighthouse), and then get engrossed in the history at Khan's House.

To find ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Lankaran trip maker website.

Getting from Gusar to Lankaran by car takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) so you can drive to Astara.

Astara, also known as Azerbaijani Astara, is a city in and the capital of the Astara Rayon of Azerbaijan. Kick off your visit on the 10th (Sat): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Hirkan National Park. On your second day here, make a trip to Yanarbulag Spring.

For ratings, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read Astara tour itinerary builder website.

Drive from Lankaran to Astara in an hour. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Sun) to allow time for the car ride to Lerik.

Blessed with nature both pure and peaceful, Lerik has become known as the Land of Centenarians.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Mon): examine the collection at Museum of Longevity and then take in the dramatic scenery at Ozobijon Waterfall.

For where to stay, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, use the Lerik vacation planning website.

Traveling by car from Astara to Lerik takes 1.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Khizi.

Khizi's swirling pink mountains are quite simply an extraordinary sight to behold.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Tue): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Alti Aghaj National Park and then take in the awesome beauty at Candy Cane Mountains. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Mikayil Mushfig House Museum.

To see ratings, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Khizi day trip planning site.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Lerik to Khizi. You will have some time to spend on the 14th (Wed) before leaving for Khinalig.

This picturesque village is located at over 2,000 m (6,500 ft) above sea level and it is said to be connected with the story of Noah: according to legend, when Noah saw this high, flat terrain, he dropped anchor and told everyone to leave the Ark.

On the 15th (Thu), examine the collection at Khinalig Village.

To see ratings, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Khinalig trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Khizi to Khinalig in 3.5 hours. On the 15th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Khinalig.

To find maps, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Khinalig trip itinerary planning tool.

On the 15th (Thu), you're off to Siyazan.

Siyəzən is a city and municipality in, and the capital of, the Siazan Rayon of Azerbaijan. Siyazan is known for historic sites and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the historical opulence of Chirag Gala Fortress and take in the awesome beauty at Beshbarmag Mountain.

To find reviews, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Siyazan online trip itinerary maker.

Drive from Khinalig to Siyazan in 2.5 hours. On the 30th (Fri), you'll travel back home.