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15 Private Tours in Azerbaijan to Build a Day Around

75 tours  ·  from $10

This is the shortlist you would hand a friend: 15 private tours that repay the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing to know before you commit.

BEST Gobustan, Volcanoes & Absheron Fire Tour (Group or Private) - Bibi-Heybat Mosque begins the route
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BEST Gobustan, Volcanoes & Absheron Fire Tour (Group or Private)

1.BEST Gobustan, Volcanoes & Absheron Fire Tour (Group or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,254 reviews · from $33Our pick

Spend about seven hours beyond Baku with a guide such as Leyla, Mahabat, or Ugur, visiting Bibi-Heybat Mosque, Gobustan’s petroglyphs, mud volcanoes, Ateshgah Fire Temple, and Yanar Dag. Expect long drives, a bumpy Soviet Lada ride, and an optional buffet lunch.

“Our trip had people doing both the full day and half day trip - which was annoying as we had to sit in traffic for at least an hour to drive back into the centre of Baku to drop of the half day people. It should be EITHER a full day OR a half day - and the company should not try to cram both groups together. In the event we decided to leave the trip half way through so as to not be stuck in traffic for another hour leaving the city after lunch, and another hour coming back. The guide said traffic was worse because of a driving…”

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Gobustan & Mud, Fire Temple, Burning Mountain (Group & Private) - Mud volcanoes: Azerbaijan’s strangest stop
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Gobustan & Mud, Fire Temple, Burning Mountain (Group & Private)

2.Gobustan & Mud, Fire Temple, Burning Mountain (Group & Private)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 418 reviews · from $10Best value

Travel from Baku to Gobustan, its ancient rock carvings, and cold mud volcanoes, then visit Bibi-Heybat Mosque, Ateshgah Fire Temple, Yanardag, and the Heydar Aliyev Center. Guides such as Samir and Amir explain Azerbaijan’s past and traditions. Hotel pickup, transport, and a group size of up to 17 are offered.

“Mr Samir is a great tour guide- very knowledgable and entertaining. Great eclectic music taste too! 🤗”

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Guba and Khinaliq trip with HOMEMADE lunch (Group or Private) - Leaving Baku at the Double Gates
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Guba and Khinaliq trip with HOMEMADE lunch (Group or Private)

3.Guba and Khinaliq trip with HOMEMADE lunch (Group or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 169 reviews · from $63

Travel from Baku into the Caucasus on a 12-hour group or private trip to Khinalig. Stop at Besh Barmag, Candy Cane Mountain, Red Town, Qechresh forest, and Gudyalchay Canyon before a homemade Azerbaijani lunch in a local home. Guides may include Layla, Murad, Nurlan, or Nazif.

“I had a wonderful experience with Azerbaijan Travel. Their tour guides are knowledgeable and friendly. During our trip to Khinalag, there was a minor hitch due to rainfaill. But the guide went out of her to way to arrange an alternate destination. 100% recommend.”

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Gobustan and Absheron peninsula ( Group or Private ) TOUR ( All inclusive ) - Bibi-Heybat Mosque and Azerbaijan’s Islamic tradition
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Gobustan and Absheron peninsula ( Group or Private ) TOUR ( All inclusive )

4.Gobustan and Absheron peninsula ( Group or Private ) TOUR ( All inclusive )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 130 reviews · from $34

Spend about nine hours beyond Baku visiting the claimed first oil well, Bibi-Heybat Mosque, Gobustan’s ancient carvings, mud volcanoes, Ateshgah Fire Temple, and Yanar Dag. Hotel pickup, lunch, entry fees, and a professional guide are included. Choose a shared group of up to 18 or a private outing.

“Great tour to the key sites around Baku, also my tours are the most economical package offered. Hafis is as well an awesome tour guide.”

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Gabala & Shamakhi Nature Tour (Group or Private) - Shamakhi’s Juma Mosque gives the morning a historic start
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Gabala & Shamakhi Nature Tour (Group or Private)

5.Gabala & Shamakhi Nature Tour (Group or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 121 reviews · from $59

Travel from Baku to Shamakhi and Qabala in an air-conditioned minivan with a guide, stopping at Juma Mosque, Lake Nohur, a local restaurant, and Tufandag Mountain Resort. The 10 to 11-hour trip suits you if you want mountain scenery without renting a car, but check cable-car operation before departure.

“This trip is a must do in Baku specially in winter. Our guide was Shah, explained everything for us. The road trip journey is the most tiring thing though, takes few hours to get there You will find many places for unforgettable pictures Go to the summit in gabala”

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Guba & Khinalug with HOMEMADE lunch (Group or Private) - The long road north from Baku
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Guba & Khinalug with HOMEMADE lunch (Group or Private)

6.Guba & Khinalug with HOMEMADE lunch (Group or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · from $70

Travel from Baku to Quba and the high mountain village of Khinalug in a group of up to 15 or on a private tour. Expect a long, scenic day, a Soviet-era 4x4 transfer, local Azerbaijani lunch, and guides such as Leila, Yashar, Temur, Zaur, or Samir.

“The most memorable parts of my experience was the crazy ride up the mountain in the Soviet era van. It was bumpy and fun! I also loved seeing the eagles, sheep, and the homemade meal we had in the village was delicious. The only thing that made this experience a 4 and Read more”

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Gobustan and Absheron trip (Group or Private) - Gobustan’s 40,000 years of rock art
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Gobustan and Absheron trip (Group or Private)

7.Gobustan and Absheron trip (Group or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $30

Spend about eight hours beyond Baku with an English or Russian-speaking guide, visiting Gobustan’s 40,000-year-old carvings, mud volcanoes, Ateshgah Fire Temple, Yanar Dag, and Bibi-Heybat Mosque. Small groups, hotel pickup, and a local Azerbaijani lunch make this a practical introduction to the region.

“Awesome, perfekt trip around the Baku with professional guide! I can just recomend!! Beautiful trip!”

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Old and Modern Baku City Private Tour - Baku Boulevard follows the Caspian shore
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Old and Modern Baku City Private Tour

8.Old and Modern Baku City Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · from $25

See Baku from its highest viewpoint to its walled Old City on a four-hour private tour with hotel pickup, bottled water, and an air-conditioned vehicle. Guides such as Ali and Ramiz explain the sights at an easy pace. Confirm lunch details before booking, as the tour information is inconsistent.

“A wonderful introduction to Baku. Our guide, Ramiz was very knowledgeable, respectful, and took every opportunity to explain and informed us as we went around the key sights. It was at an easy pace. Lunch was delicious, and the service at the restaurant was very warm and welcoming. Overall, great experience!”

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From Baku: Private or Shared Quba & Shahdag Trip with Lunch - Beshbarmaq and its mountain stories
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From Baku: Private or Shared Quba & Shahdag Trip with Lunch

9.Private or Shared Quba & Shahdag Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 86 reviews · 10 - 12 hours · from $35

Travel from Baku to Azerbaijan’s Candy Cane Mountains, Beshbarmaq, Quba, and Shahdag Mountain Resort with hotel pickup, a guide, water, and optional lunch. You get photo stops, mountain views, and three hours at Shahdag for cable cars or coasters. Guides include Elshad, Gul, Rasool, and Galandar.

“My brother and I had a fantastic experience with Baku Heritage Tours at Shadagh Resort, guided by the exceptional Elshad. His knowledge and engaging personality made each stopover enjoyable and informative. With a variety of other tours available, the experience was both personalized and memorable. Highly recommended!”

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Gabala and Shamakhi Trip (Group or Private) - Tufandag delivers the biggest view
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Gabala and Shamakhi Trip (Group or Private)

10.Gabala and Shamakhi Trip (Group or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · from $45

Travel from Baku by air-conditioned Mercedes minivan or Sprinter to Shamakhi and Gabala with an English or Russian-speaking guide. Visit the 1,200-year-old Juma Mosque, Nohur Lake, Tufandag cable car, and Seven Beauties Waterfall. Pickup, admission, and cable car tickets are included, but lunch is not.

“The 7 hour promised trip took 14. The roads are awful - all under construction, no proper signs, very unsafe. The night driving coming back was frightening with many unmarked turns and holes. We hadn’t been warn. It was very exhausting and not worthy of our time not money”

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Gabala & Shamakhi Trip ( Group or Private) - Shamakhi’s Juma Mosque and 1,200 years of worship
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Gabala & Shamakhi Trip ( Group or Private)

11.Gabala & Shamakhi Trip ( Group or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · from $40

Travel from Baku to Shamakhi and Gabala in a small group of up to 17 people. Visit the 1,200-year-old Juma Mosque, pause at Lake Nohur, ride two Tufandag cable-car lines, and return by air-conditioned minivan with Wi-Fi. Lunch is optional and paid separately.

“Qabala is a nice place, away from the city with nice cool temperatures - it was fun. The lunch by Nahur lake was breathtaking and also very filling. The only problem is - the trip is long Almost an 9 hour journey to stay there for 4 hours. And a 6 seater van where seats face eRead more”

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Private Gabala Tour - Shamakhi Juma Mosque, a thoughtful first stop
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Private Gabala Tour

12.Private Gabala Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $120

Leave Baku with a private car, driver, and licensed guide for a full-day trip to Gabala. Visit Shamakhi Juma Mosque, ride a historic Lada to Seven Beauties Waterfall, see Nohur Lake, and explore Tufandag. Guides such as Cemil and Nargiz lead the route.

“A trip well worth the money! A bonus was that my husband and I had an excellent driver and tour guide all for ourselves: Cemil and Nargiz, thanks, you were fantastic! On our way to Gabala we stopped at the Juma Mosque in Shamakhi City anRead more”

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Mud Volcanoes & Gobustan tour (Group & Private) - Bibi-Heybat Mosque in 15 minutes
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Mud Volcanoes & Gobustan tour (Group & Private)

13.Mud Volcanoes & Gobustan tour (Group & Private)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 59 reviews · from $15

Ride from Baku to Gobustan in an air-conditioned minivan, with a guide such as Samir explaining Azerbaijan’s past and daily life. You’ll visit Bibi-Heybat Mosque, reach the mud volcanoes by off-road vehicle, and study ancient rock art. Hotel pickup is included on most options.

“The tour was good. Went all to schedule; great if you have limited time. Downside was couldn't hear a thing that the tour guide was saying through the microphone whilst on the minibus. Gave up after 5 mins. The people sat to the side of me and the row in front said the same thing.”

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Guba & Khinalig & Candy Mountains (Private or Group) - Besh Barmag, the Five-finger Mountain
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Guba & Khinalig & Candy Mountains (Private or Group)

14.Guba & Khinalig & Candy Mountains (Private or Group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $69

Travel north from Baku to Besh Barmag, the Candy Cane Mountains, Red Village, Quba, and remote Khinalig. Expect about eight hours in the vehicle, a local Azerbaijani lunch, English or Russian guidance, and possibly a Soviet off-road vehicle for the final mountain road.

“This was an amazing experience, which I totally recommend (we did the tour on 9th Sept). We both really enjoyed the itinerary, which was very well paced. We loved the beautiful colours of the candy cane mountains and the history in the red village was interesting. The hiRead more”

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Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain PRIVATE TOUR - The mud volcanoes and the Soviet Lada ride
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Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain PRIVATE TOUR

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $89

Travel from Baku with a private vehicle and guide to Gobustan’s ancient rock art, bubbling mud volcanoes, Ateshgah Fire Temple, and Yanardag’s natural flames. Guides such as Rajab, Nigar, Mahmed, and Valah have helped make this a clear, personal introduction to Azerbaijan beyond the city.

“During my day tour with guide Valah, we explored Gobustan's ancient rock art and learned about Zoroastrianism's history. We marveled at UNESCO-listed petroglyphs and visited sacred fire temples, gaining insights into early human life and religious practices. It was a day rich in education and discovery.”

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