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Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Azerbaijan

  

 
About Azerbaijan:
Azerbaijan is a transcontinental Eurasian country spanning across Eastern Europe and Western Asian continent. It is bordered by Caspian Sea, Caucasus Mountains, Russia, Georgia, Armenia, Iran and Turkey. Azerbaijan is an oil rich nation and it's capital Baku is well known for it's modern European architecture. Baku also has the fourth largest Formula 1 racing track in the world. Azerbaijan's culture and food has Turkish influence.

Flag of Azerbaijan:




Date Visited:
  • 7th September, 2024 (Friday) to 11th September, 2024 (Wednesday)
Duration:
  • 4 Nights & 5 Days

Capital & Largest City:

  • Baku

Continent:

  • Western Asia
  • Eastern Europe
Currency:
  • Azerbaijani Manat (AZN)
Must Visit Places:
  • Baku
  • Khinalug
  • Shahdag
  • Gobustan
  • Guba
Off -beat Places:
  • Gabala & Samakhi
  • Sheki
Dialing Code:
  • +994
Driving Side:
  • Driving Side: Right
  • Driver Seat: Left
Time Zone:
  • Azerbaijan Time
  • Azerbaijan is 1 hours 30 minutes behind India (e.g. 7:00 AM in Azerbaijan is 8:30 AM in India)
Culture & Religion:
  • Azerbaijani & Islam
Languages:
  • Azerbaijani (Official)
  • English is not widely used and most of them do not understand
  • Use translator for better and effective communication
Visa:
  • Azerbaijan requires e-visa for Indians.
  • Visa fee is ~ USD 35 per person.
  • Azerbaijan e-Visa Application: Azerbaijan Immigration
  • Please refer to below video for detailed Visa process. (Documents, Application Process etc)

Sim Card:
  • Azercell - Largest mobile operator in Azerbaijan (Cost: ~₹ 1,000/- for 5 days)
  • Bakcell - Second largest mobile operator in Azerbaijan (Cost: ~₹ 600/- for 7 days)
  • Airalo - Global eSIM provider
Local Transfers:
  • Yango Taxi (Most preferable)
  • Bolt Taxi
  • Uber AZ Taxi
  • Local Cab Taxi
  • Online Tour Operator (Private Car Charters)
Food Delivery Apps:
  • Yango (Most preferable)
  • Bolt
Must try Azerbaijan Special Delicacies:
  • Baklava (Turkish & Azerbaijan Special sweets)
  • Azerbaijani Kebab
  • Azerbaijan Plov (Pulav in Azerbaijani Style)
  • Dolma
  • Qutab (Azerbaijan Parata)
  • Pilaf (Pulav in Azerbaijani Style)
  • Dovga (Azerbaijan Butter milk)
Note:
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Hotel Stayed:
  • Baku:
    • Villa Name: West Shine Hotel, Baku
    • Cost: ~ INR 4,200/- per day for 2 people
    • Type: Twin Room with breakfast included
    • Hotel booking link: Hotel West Shine, Baku



Note: The price of the hotels is subjected to change. Please refer to the respective booking page for the updated fare.


Flight Information:
  • Airport Information:
    • Airport in Hyderabad is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) and is located at Shamshabad.
    • Airport in Delhi is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
    • Airport in Baku is Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
  • Onward Flight Information:
    • Direct flights to Azerbaijan are not available from Hyderabad.
    • Connecting flights are available via Delhi and there will be a layover at Delhi for ~ 4-5 hours.
    • Flight I booked: Indigo Airlines from Hyderabad to Baku via Delhi
      • Cost: ~ INR 23,918/- per person
      • Layover: 4 hours at Delhi Airport, India
      • Type: Economy with meals included; 7 kg carry on and 35kg check-in per person
    • Flights can be booked using the following link: Hyd - Baku
  • Return Flight Information:
    • Direct flights to Hyderabad are not available from Baku.
    • Connecting flights are available via Delhi and there will be a layover at Delhi for ~ 4-5 hours.
    • Flight I booked: Indigo Airlines from Baku to Hyderabad
      • Cost: ~ INR 30,000/- per person
      • Layover: 4 hours at Delhi Airport, India
      • Type: Economy with meals included; 7 kg carry on and 35kg check-in per person
    • Flights can be booked using the following link: Baku - Hyd
Note: The flight fare is subjected to change with time. Please refer to the respective booking page for the updated fare.
Azerbaijan Budget:
  • The approximate cost that will incur for Azerbaijan trip for 4 Nights and 4 Days is:
    • Solo Travel: ~ INR 1,07,600/-
    • Couple Travel: ~ INR 1,36,100/-
Note: The above budget is subjected to change with time. The above mentioned is an approximate value and may vary depending upon the itinerary that will be planned. We do not guarantee the same budget or same pricing that is mentioned in this blog.
Azerbaijan Activity Tickets:

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Note: The above mentioned activities and packages are subjected to change with time and we do not have any control on them as they are operated by the tour operators. We suggest to please check the booking links and with tour operators if you are unsure about any information. Our intention here is to help you look at the best package among the other tour packages.

Azerbaijan Detailed Itinerary:

Click the link below to download the Azerbaijan Itinerary:

Azerbaijan Vlogs Day Wise

Day 1:
Baku:



Baku Night Life (Nizami Street):


fyi - Click here to download complete Azerbaijan Itinerary.

Day 2:
Gabala & Samakhi:


fyi - Click here to download complete Azerbaijan Itinerary.

Day 3:
Gobustan Mud Volcanoes:


fyi - Click here to download complete Azerbaijan Itinerary.

Day 4:
Candy Cane & Shahdag:

fyi - Click here to download complete Azerbaijan Itinerary.

Azerbaijan Complete Tour Information:

Please refer below for complete information on Bali. This video will help you understand the places in Baku and how to plan for the same.

Azerbaijan Full Tour Plan:


fyi - Click here to download complete Azerbaijan Itinerary.
Note: The above mentioned itinerary is the one that we followed for our trip. This has been planned by us after doing extensive research. The packages, timings and transfer might change as they are managed by the tour operators. We do not own any liability for anything and we do not have any control on anything. We suggest to please check the booking links and with tour operators if you are unsure about any information. Our intention here is to help you give an idea on how you can plan for your trip.

Azerbaijan Playlist:

Disclaimer:

The ticket, flight and hotel prices that are listed are subjected to change and there is no guarantee that they remain the same. The prices may increase or decrease and that is completely dependent on the issuing agency/tour operator. The pricing information that I listed above is something that I got the deal for. Please do not rely on those prices and I suggest to check the updated prices using the links provided or with the operators while planning for the trip.
Thank you, Wander with Laksh

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