The name of Azerbaijan is "Land of Fire." At the meeting point of Europe and Asia, it is a treasure. It is renowned for its mix of modernity, ancient past, and deep culture, and Azerbaijan can turn out to be an amazingly enriching experience within 48 hours with Flighys. 

Day 1: Arrival to Baku: City of Contrasts

Morning: Arrival and Hotel Transfer Arrive at the early morning hour at Baku's Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Taxi or the like ride-share service Bolt can be taken for affordable fares. Registering at an in-town hotel alternates like Hilton Baku or Boutique 19 Hotel offer the amenity and benefit of location.

• Late Morning: Stroll around Icheri Sheher (Old City) Begin your day with a stroll around Baku's historic center Icherisheher, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll around the Maiden Tower and Shirvanshah's Palace, walk through narrow stone-paved streets, and stop by local handicraft shops.

• Lunch: Traditional Azerbaijani Cuisine Try local dishes like plov (rice pilaf), dolma (stuffed grape leaves), and piti (lamb stew). Şirvanşah Museum Restaurant offers traditional cuisine in a historic atmosphere.

• Afternoon: Upland Park and Flame Towers Ascend to Upland Park on the funicular or by walking for a panoramic perspective over Baku Bay and iconic Flame Towers. This is a perfect contrast between antique and supermodern Azerbaijan.

• Evening: Get a ride on the Baku Eye (ferris wheel) or simply sit and enjoy the fountains and seashore breeze. Have dinner at Darya Fish House with fresh seafood offering a sea view.

Day 2: Day Trip Outside Baku

Early Morning: Gobustan Rock Art and Mud Volcanoes Start your morning with a guide or car and a private visit to Gobustan National Park, only an hour and a half away from Baku. There are petroglyphs from 40,000 years ago. Go to nearby mud volcanoes. Almost half of all mud volcanoes in the world are found in Azerbaijan!

• Lunch Stop: Local Restaurant En Route Stop off at a local restaurant on the way back for kebabs, hot fresh bread from tandoor ovens, and ayran (a yogurt-based drink).

• Afternoon: Heydar Aliyev Center Upon your return to Baku, visit the stunning Heydar Aliyev Center, designed by Zaha Hadid. Its innovative architecture and rotating exhibitions of Azerbaijani history and culture are a must-see.

• Evening: Farewell Dinner and Last-Minute Shopping Finish your tour with a farewell dinner at the Nakhchivan Restaurant or Mugam Club, where live Azerbaijani music and cuisine await you. Depending on schedule, stop at Taza Bazaar or Nizami Street to buy sweets, carpets, or saffron as last-minute souvenirs.

Departure

Book your flight towards the end of the evening on Day 2 or early morning of the next day. Travel with Flighys to Baku and hence you use your two days to the best possible extent.

Smooth 48-Hour Tips

• Visa: E-visa is obtainable online in advance for most nationalities.

• Currency: Azerbaijani Manat (AZN); all cards are accepted everywhere, but carry some money on you.

• Transport: Bolt or metro are cheap and easy ways to move around the city.

• Language: Official language is Azerbaijani, but Russian and basic English are spoken widely in cities.

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