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This tour is ideal for families with kids and history enthusiasts. The Ateshgah Fire Temple offers an engaging look into ancient Zoroastrian practices, while Yanardag Burning Hill fascinates all ages with its natural flames. The Heydar Aliyev Center adds a touch of modern architecture and culture, making the tour both educational and exciting.

INCLUSIONS

• Pick-up and Drop-off at traveler’s location

• Private Car with Air Conditioning for comfort during the journey

• 2 Bottles of Water per passenger

NOTE: Admission to the Heydar Aliyev Center is not included, as travelers usually visit for its architectural beauty only.

NOT INCLUDED

• Meals (lunch, dinner, and breakfast)

• Personal expenses

• Insurance

• Flight tickets & visa fees

• Accommodation

• Admission tickets (to provide travelers with the flexibility to explore at their own pace)

TOUR INFO

• Tour Type: Private

• Duration: Approx. 5 hours

• Difficulty Level: Easy, suitable for all travelers

NOTE: For additional details, please consult our agent.

PRICING

Standard car max. 3 people – $80 fixed + $90 per adult

Minivan max. 6 people – $110 fixed + $90 per adult

Minibus max 15 people – $140 fixed + $90 per adult

NOTE: Prices are car basis.

ITINERARY

9:00 | Tour Starts from Baku
Recommended Start Time

9:30 - 10:30 | Visit Ateshgah Fire Temple

• Discover the history of this ancient fire-worshipping temple, an important site of Zoroastrianism.

11:00 - 12:00 | Visit Yanardag Burning Hill

• Witness the natural, eternal flames that have been burning on this hillside for millennia.

12:45 - 13:30 | Return to Baku with Stopover at Heydar Aliyev Center

• Admire the futuristic architecture of this iconic landmark.

14:00 | Arrival Back in Baku

NOTE: The start time is flexible, but we recommend starting at 9:00 AM.

In the beginning of Absheron Peninsula tour you will visit Ateshgah Temple (Fire Temple) – The Ateshgah temple is located in the south-eastern part of the Surakhani settlement of the Absheron peninsula, 30 km away from Baku. So, Ateshgah is a fire temple. And built in the 17th-18th century in the place of the eternal flames of natural gas. Additionally, The earliest building of the temple belongs to the 1713 year. And the central temple was built in 1810 by merchant Kanchanagara funds. So, It was sanctified by Zoroastrians, Hindus, and Sikhs at different times.

On the other hand, The Baku Ateshgah was a pilgrimage and philosophical center of Zoroastrians from the Northwestern Indian Subcontinent, who were involved in trade with the Caspian area via the famous "Grand Trunk Road" . Most importantly, The four holy elements of their belief were: ateshi (fire), Badi (air), abi (water), and heki (earth). And the temple ceased to be a place of worship after 1883 with the installation of petroleum plants (industry) at Surakhany. In addition, The complex was turned into a museum in 1975.

Then during Absheron Peninsula tour you will visit Yanardagh (Fire Mountain) – This natural burning flame became as a result of the emergence of natural gas at the foot of the mountain. Additionally, It is located in the Absheron Peninsula near Baku, on the shores of the Caspian Sea, in the territory of Mohammedi village. The history of this monument is unknown.

Absheron Peninsula Tour