Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan, the nation and former Soviet republic, is bounded by the Caspian Sea
and Caucasus Mountains, which span Asia and Europe. Its capital, Baku, is famed
for its medieval walled Inner City. Within the Inner City lies the Palace of the
Shirvanshahs, a royal retreat dating to the 15th century, and the centuries-old stone
Maiden Tower, which dominates the city skyline.

Republic of Azerbaijan with its unique nature, centuries-old culture and history is
located on the western shore of the Caspian Sea, at the eastern side of Transcaucasia.
Baku is the capital of Azerbaijan. The country is distinguished by its rich flora and
fauna. The territory of Azerbaijan has always been in the interest of archaeologists,
so as a result of excavations in the Azigh cave in Karabakh were discovered traces of
human civilization 2 million years ago. Azerbaijan is a country with an ancient and
centuries-old culture. "Kitabi-Dede Gorgud", "Oghuzname", "Koroglu" serve as
examples which are renowned in many countries worldwide.

The best time to visit Azerbaijan is April to June and September to October, which
will let you avoid the 40°C summers and sub-zero winters – particularly in the
mountains. You can also participate in the Novruz Bayrami celebrations each March,
which mark the Persian New Year.

DAY 01: ARRIVE BAKU – BAKU CITY TOUR

Welcome to Baku, the Land of Fire! On arrival at the Baku Airport, you will be met
by our local representative and transferred to the hotel. Check in to the hotel and
relax. Then, proceed for Baku Tour. The tour starts from Highland Park by viewing
the beautiful panorama of Caspian Bay. Observe the Flame Towers, Parliament
building, Funicular ride, Little Venice. Lunch by guests own. Later you will visit
Baku Crystal Hall- an indoor arena in Baku, Azerbaijan. Located on the coast of
Baku near National Flag Square, construction of the arena began in August 2011 and
finished in April 2012 in time for it to host its first major event, the 2012 edition of
the Eurovision Song Contest (photo-session from outside). Walking through Baku
Boulevard which stretches along a south-facing bay on the Caspian Sea. It
traditionally starts at Freedom Square continuing west to the Old City and beyond.
Our tour program starts with Old City or Inner City is the historical core of Baku, the
capital of Azerbaijan. The Old City is the most ancient part of Baku, which is
surrounded by walls were well protected. In 2007, the Old City had a population of
about 3000 people. In December 2000, the Old City of Baku, including the Palace of
the Shirvanshahs and Maiden Tower, became the first location in Azerbaijan to be
classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO (walking tour). Later guests will
experience the happening street of Nizami Street known for shopping. The street’s
history could be traced back to Baku’s town-planning project of 1864. The street
runs through the city’s downtown from west to east. Overnight at Baku Hotel.
Meals: Dinner at Indian restaurant.

DAY 02: GOBUSTAN AND MUD VOLCANOES TOUR AND ABSHERON
TOUR AND HEYDAR ALIYEV CENTER (PHOTOSTOP)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. In 1966 Gobustan was declared a national historical
landmark of Azerbaijan in an attempt to preserve the ancient carvings, relics, mud
volcanoes and gas-stones in the region. The mountains Boyukdash, Kichikdash,
Jingirdag, and the Yazili hill were taken under legal government protection. These
mountains are located near the Caspian Sea, in the southeast part of Gobustan.
Ancient Petroglyphs at Gobustan National Park, Azerbaijan. UNESCO World
Heritage Site. In 2007 Gobustan was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site
considered to be of "outstanding universal value" for the quality and density of its
rock art engravings, for the substantial evidence the collection of rock art images
presents for hunting, fauna, flora and lifestyles in pre-historic times and for the
cultural continuity between prehistoric and medieval times that the site reflects. Mud
volcanoes. Lunch by guests own. Trip to “Fire Mountain“-“Yanardag” –a mountain
on Absheron peninsula , 25 km from north of Baku. Literally, word “Yanardag”
means “Blazing mountain”. Blazing bodies of flame dance on stones and floor.
Yanar dag is a natural gas fire which blazes continuously on a hillside on the
Absheron Peninsula on the Caspian Sea near Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, which
itself is known as the “land of fire.” Ateshgah (Fire Worshippers Temple) Based on

Persian and Indian inscriptions, the temple was used as a Hindu and Zoroastrian
place of worship. “Atash» is the Persian word for fire. The pentagonal complex,
which has a courtyard surrounded by cells for monks and a tetra pillar-altar in the
middle, was built during the 17th and 18th centuries. Tour continues with the visit to
the charming example of modern architecture – The Heydar Aliyev Center – a
57,500 m2 building complex in Baku, Azerbaijan designed by Iraqi-British architect
Zaha Hadid and noted for its distinctive architecture and flowing, curved style that
eschews sharp angles. The center is named after Heydar Aliyev, the first secretary of
Soviet Azerbaijan from 1969 to 1982, and president of Azerbaijan Republic from
October 1993 to October 2003. Overnight at Baku Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast at Hotel & Dinner at Indian restaurant.

DAY 03: GABALA TOUR

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Gabala city. Stop in Shamakhi.
Shamakhi mosque history goes back to VIII century. Proceed to Departure to Gabala
in the north-west of Azerbaijan the distance up to Baku 225 km (3-4 hours). Lunch
by guests own. Gabala Cable Car (2 lines). Back to Baku. Overnight at Baku Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast at Hotel & Dinner at Indian restaurant.

DAY 04: SHAHDAG TOUR

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, departure to Shahdag. Shahdag is located in the
north-east of Azerbaijan near the mountain of the same name. This place is not in the
list of the most beautiful corners of the Caucasus. Here you can enjoy the purest
ringing mountain air, unique in its grandeur and diversity of nature and the bright
identity of the culture. Tour In Shahdag. Shahdag winter-summer tourist complex is
a ski resort located in the territory of Gusar region of Azerbaijan. Gusar has the title
of the most ecologically clean and favorable for recreation areas in the whole of
Azerbaijan. Lunch by guests own. Entrances will be to Cable Car (2 lines). Back to
Baku. Overnight at Baku Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast at Hotel & Dinner at Indian restaurant.

DAY 05: DEPART BAKU

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, check out from the hotel and then be
transferred to the Airport to board your flight back home.
Meals: Breakfast.

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AED 2345 Per person

AED 1899 Per Person

• 04 night’s; Accommodation at Baku as mentioned or similar
• Breakfasts at hotel except on day 01
• 4 Indian dinners at Indian restaurant
• 2 bottles of water per day per person
• Entrance fee for Funicular ride, Little Venice, Fire Temple, Fire Mountain,
Gabala Cable Car (2 lines), Nohur Lake, Gobustan Mud volcanoes, Gobustan
Rock Petroglyphs,Shahdag Cable Car (2 lines)
• All transfers according to program including airport transfers by Sedan
• English speaking guide for all tours
• Visa
Supplement costs
• Heydar Aliyev Center Museum 9 USD PP
• Heydar Aliyev Center Retro Car Exhibition 6 USD PP
• Carpet Museum 6 USD PP

• Airfare
• Overseas Travel Insurance
• Personal Expenses like drinks, laundry, room service, telephone calls, etc.
• Water sports
• Porterage
• Excess luggage charges
• Tips
• Mineral water
• All other Items of personal nature & also food & drinks not included in the
“Tour Includes”
• Any other item which is not specifically included in the “Tour Includes”

• The official currency for Azerbaijan is the Azerbaijani Manat (AZN).
• Local time in Azerbaijan is 4 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT
+4).
• +994 is the country dialing code to Azerbaijan.
• The standard voltage in Azerbaijan is 220 volts AC, 50 Hertz (Hz).
• Azerbaijani is the official language of Azerbaijan, also referred to as Azeri
Turkic or Azeri Turkish is closely related to Turkish, Qashqai, Turkmen, and
Crimean Tatar, sharing varying degrees of mutual intelligibility with each of
those languages.
• You may exchange your money for the Azerbaijani Manat at most Baku banks
or at specialized stores called Foreign Exchange Bureaus. Look for signs that
say Bureau De Change, Geld Wechseln, or Cambio. You may be able to
exchange your money at the Baku airport, but exchange rates may not be the

best. You should consider purchasing the Azerbaijani Manat currency at a
more favorable exchange rate before you arrive in Baku.
• Your Worry-Free Trip to Azerbaijan Starts with a TravelSim Prepaid SIM
Card. The Azerbaijan Prepaid SIM Card is the most convenient and
economical solution for staying in touch.
• Most coffee shops, restaurants, and hotels in Baku offer free WiFi for their
customers. You can also find free WiFi in public places like parks or the
airport.
• Safe public Wi-Fi is available across the UAE at many top destinations.
Simply sign up and surf away.
• Azerbaijan uses the metric system.
• Tipping in Azerbaijan is not so common as in western countries. There is no
commonly accepted tipping norm, and usually, the cost of service (in cafes,
hotels, travel agencies, etc.) is already included in the final price. Thus, no
additional fees are needed.
• Azerbaijan is generally considered a safe country for tourists. However, it's
always a good idea to be aware of your surroundings and take standard safety
precautions.
• The quality of the water is not constant and not equally good neither in the
different districts nor at different times in the same district.

• Smoking is prohibited in healthcare facilities, educational facilities, cultural
centers, taxis, and airplanes. Smoking is restricted to designated smoking areas
in all other indoor public places, indoor workplaces, and public transport.
• In Baku (the capital), it is allowed in most places, except for places of
religious purpose such as mosques. In fact, you can buy alcohol in almost all
supermarkets and order such drinks in most restaurants and all pubs/clubs.
• There are no strict rules regarding clothes to wear, and everyone is free to
wear what they like. However, it is advisable to wear appropriate clothes in
religious places.
• It's best to have some cash on hand as not all places accept credit cards.

• Azerbaijani cuisine is a mix of Mediterranean, Central Asian, and Caucasus
flavors. Some traditional dishes include dolma (stuffed grape leaves), plov
(pilaf rice), and kebab. One must also try Sharbat Drink and Buglama
(Traditional Lamb Stew).
• Azerbaijan is a relatively conservative country, so it's important to respect
local customs and traditions.
• Azerbaijan has a dry and sunny climate, but the weather can be quite hot in the
summer. So, it is best to bring sunscreen, a hat, and lightweight clothing.
• One must-visit Yanar Dag Burning Mountain, Shirvanshah’s Palace, Flame
Towers, and Heydar Aliyev Center.
• One must do Gabala Cable Ride, Savalan ASPI Winery, Azerbaijan Carpet
Museum, and Nizami Street.
• One must buy Carpet, Traditional Souvenirs, Armudu Glass, and
Backgammon.
• One must carry substantial USD in Cash.

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Comfortable Walking Shoes.
• Sun Cream and Insect Repellants.
• Phone Chargers and Power banks. Universal Powerplug Adapters.
• Extra Camera Battery and Memory Card.
• Basic OTC Medicines and Personal Prescriptions.
• Do not litter around in Azerbaijan cities like Baku. While exploring the capital
city, you will notice that the streets of Baku are spotless. There are rows of
dustbins that are used by people regularly. Littering is considered as a taboo in
Azerbaijan and if anyone is found littering around then they are charged with
hefty fine.

• Cancellation charges applicable strictly as per the cancellation policies below:
1. Cancellation 30-16 days prior to the departure date: 50% of the land
package cost
2. Cancellation 16-07 days prior to the departure date: 75% of the land
package cost
3. Cancellation 07 days or less prior to the departure date or a ‘NO
SHOW’ on the tour: 100% of the total tour cost.

• Payment for the tour must be made as per the invoice, payment terms &
conditions:
1. You may arrange to remit the payments to our Dubai bank account. For
full payment, remittance of USD 30 will be applicable on the Total
Invoice Amount; for part-payment remittance of USD 30 per
transaction will be applicable on the Total Invoice Amount.
2. In case of credit card payment, credit card charges will be applicable:
3% on any card; 5% on AMEX card.
3. We will need a 50% deposit to process the booking. Full Payment
would be due 45 days prior departure.

• All the products & services mentioned in Horizon Hoppers Tourism LLC
website and sold to our esteemed clients are bound to stipulated terms and
conditions and the same shall govern the contract between the company,
Horizon Hoppers Tourism LLC, and its Clients.
• The booking will be made by Horizon Hoppers Tourism LLC only:
a) On acceptance of our written quotation or offer.
b) On receipt of passport copies of all passengers traveling.
c) On specified non-refundable initial deposit to proceed with the booking.
d) On full payment of the tour for last-minute bookings.
e) Consent given to the use of the client’s personal date relevant to the
complete the booking.
• The binding contract commences upon the issuance of the Booking
Confirmation that mentions the details of the tour.
• Horizon Hoppers Tourism LLC reserves the right to terminate the contract or
decline the confirmation of the booking and return the deposit as per our sole
discretion at any time before the tour.
• Please read carefully and understand the contents of the tour brochure /
itinerary and terms and conditions.
• Amount paid towards a group tour cannot be transferred to a customized
package.
• Unutilized bookings / services will not be carried forward to the next calendar
year.

• The Lead Passenger on the booking confirmation will be authorized for all the
passengers on the booking confirmation to agree with the terms and
conditions, acceptance of the booking, and for the payment of themselves and
on behalf of all the passengers mentioned on the booking.
• No person/s other than those affiliated with Horizon Hoppers Tourism LLC, in
writing, has the authority to vary, add, amplify, or waive any stipulation,
representation, term or condition in the brochure/ website/ online & offline
booking tools.
• Vouchers will be released in 3-4 working days after we receive the full
payments / 07 days prior to the departure.
In case of last-minute bookings credit card guarantee has to be provided to
confirm the services.
Any on-board expenses will have to be paid by the client directly in cash or
credit card.
• No refunds either in part or full will be made in case of any unused services in
above package like ground transportation, meals, accommodation, sightseeing
tours.
• Horizon Hoppers Tourism LLC is not responsible for any personal belongings,
or any other valuable items left in our vehicles or tour sites, it is solely your
responsibility. Our drivers and tour guides will not be responsible for it.

• On Islamic occasions and National holidays, the tour will not serve alcohol,
and there will not be any live entertainment.
• Photography of UAE residence especially ladies, military institutions,
government buildings, and installations, is strictly prohibited.
• Littering is a punishable offense and offenders may face penalties in the form
of fines.
• Horizon Hoppers Tourism LLC reserves the rights to charge 100% no show
charges if the guest is not there at the time of scheduled pick-up.

Rates quoted are Nett and Non-Commissionable.
• Due to the dynamic rates system across the globe, the above quotation is valid
for 24 hours only.
• The above is just a quote and the same is subject to availability at the time of
booking.
• No Rooms or Services have been blocked.
• The above quotation is not valid if dates overlap with Exhibitions & special
events unless specified.
• Rooms / Rates are subject to availability unless booked.
• Please check all inclusions as any additions will incur extra charges.|
Rates quoted are based on a minimum of 2 pax traveling together.
• Any amendments to the date of travel or number of passengers will subject to
requote.
• Tourism Dirham Tax will be charged by the hotel directly to the guests upon
arrival unless specified.
• 5% VAT is included in the above quote.
• Airline / Fuel Surcharges may apply which needs to be paid over and above
the Tour Cost.
• Midnight surcharges will be applicable for Transfers arranged between 2200
hrs. – 0700 hrs. (depending on the flight details given by you).
• Meals not included unless specified.
• Insurance Policy not included unless specified.
• Hotels reserve the right to release bookings held on Time Limit without prior
notice.
• In case of any unavailability, we reserve the right to use alternative
accommodation, sightseeing tours, and transfer of equal standard.
• Horizon Hoppers is not responsible for any missed breakfast due to flight
timings. There won’t be any refund for it. You may request at the hotel directly
to pre-book a boxed breakfast in case of an early morning departure. This
would also be at the discretion of the hotel.
• Breakfast, if included, cannot be provided on the day of arrival at any city.
• Horizon Hoppers is not responsible for any excess baggage charges on tour.
• Horizon Hoppers reserves the right to change any information, route, or
attractions before or after your booking due to events beyond our control like
bad weather, any natural calamity, any accident, and or any logistic issues.
• Check-in time at the hotel is after 14:00 hrs. and check out is before 12:00 hrs.
Early check-in and late check out requests are subject to availability and at the
discretion of the hotel.
• Certain sightseeing tour/activities are seasonal and operate on specific dates
only.
For certain sightseeing on Seat in Coach Basis you may need to go for to the
pickup point.
All Transfers & Sightseeing’s are on Seat In Coach basis unless specified on
Private basis.
• If the Flight Schedule does not meet the Seat In Coach Transfer Schedule of
the Supplier then the Transfers will be confirmed on Private basis at
Supplement Cost.
• All tours and transfers are point to point unless Vehicle at disposal is booked.
• The pick-up or drop-off timings can be changed as per the trip schedule. It
may also change depending on traffic conditions and your location.
• Kindly note that the driver will wait at the arrival terminal for a maximum of
60 minutes after the flight arrives. Should the guest not arrive within 60
minutes it will be considered as a NOSHOW, rebooking of transfers will be
arranged at an additional cost.
• For Excursion / sightseeing transfers & departure transfers vehicle will wait
for maximum of 10 minutes.
• For Sharing transfers, the drivers will wait for a maximum of 5 minutes from
the scheduled time.
• The maximum dimensions per bag (H + W + L) must not exceed 158 cm (62
inches) – 1 piece + 1 Hand luggage in between 2 guests.
• Some of the mentioned inclusions may remain closed on weekends or specific
days as per the government norms for which we do not hold the responsibility