Discover Ancient Azerbaijan: Gobustan, Mud Volcanoes & Carpet Museum
Azerbaijan
Baku
Discover Ancient Azerbaijan: Gobustan, Mud Volcanoes & Carpet Museum
Uncover the secrets of ancient times and the power of nature in just one day!
This excursion to Gobustan is a unique journey through thousands of years of history, geological wonders, and cultural symbols of Azerbaijan. You will see the famous rock carvings, some over 10,000 years old, visit mysterious mud volcanoes, and finish the day at one of the country’s most impressive museums — the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum. A trip full of vivid impressions, stunning views, and immersion into authentic local culture.
one day excursion
120
Start price
Includes in price
Included:
Services of a professional guide
Transportation along the route
Not included:
Lunch (15–20 USD per person)
Entrance tickets — 27 USD per person
Tour Program:
Breakfast at the hotel
Start your day with a relaxing breakfast.
10:00 – Meeting with the guide in the hotel lobby
Professional Russian-speaking guide and comfortable transport.
11:00–12:30 – Visit to Gobustan National Park
One of Azerbaijan’s most unique sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
You will see ancient petroglyphs dating back 10,000 years and visit the mud volcanoes field.
Azerbaijan is home to about 40% of the world’s mud volcanoes.
Along the way, you'll also pass by iconic Caspian oil platforms — symbols of the nation’s energy industry.
13:00–14:00 – Lunch at a seafood restaurant
Enjoy a scenic lunch by the sea. Optional choice: “ADA” restaurant — a popular place with great food and a panoramic view of the Caspian.
Return stop at Bibi-Heybat Mosque
A historic mosque from the 13th century, rebuilt in its original architectural style. One of the most important religious centers in the country.
15:00–16:30 – Visit to the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum
More than a museum — a national symbol.
Its building is shaped like a rolled-up carpet, an architectural landmark itself.
Inside you’ll find exhibitions of traditional carpets, textiles, ceramics, and jewelry. The design was developed by Austrian architecture firm Hoffman.
17:00 – Return to hotel
Transfer back and free time.
Price:
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Sedan (2010–2013) — 180 USD
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Mini Van (2010–2013) — 200 USD
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V Class (2017–2018) — 330 USD
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