Before joining the ski tour in Shahdag, it is important to familiarize yourself in advance with the route difficulty level, necessary ski and winter equipment, ski slopes to be used, weather conditions, and the day's program. This will help you move more comfortably, safely, and fully prepared throughout the tour.
Travel Itinerary:
DAY 1: Airport → Baku → Hotel
Guests are welcomed at Heydar Aliyev International Airport and transferred to the hotel. Depending on the flight arrival time, a city tour may be organized.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Baku.
DAY 2: Baku City Tour
After breakfast, we leave the hotel to start the city tour of Baku.
- Old City (Icherisheher)
- Nizami Street
- Little Venice Park
- Flame Towers
- Turkish Martyrs' Memorial
- Flag Square
- Parliament area
- Martyrs' Lane
Transfer back to the hotel after the tour.
Overnight stay: Baku hotel
DAY 3: Baku → Gobustan → Mud Volcanoes → Ateshgah → Yanardag → Baku
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Gobustan State Historical-Art Reserve – a settlement area from the Mesolithic period (12th–8th century BC). Next, we will see the mud volcanoes, including Toragay Volcano, one of the world's largest and most active volcanoes (approximately 400 m).
After lunch, visit Ateshgah Temple (15th–17th century) and Yanardag. Overnight stay: Baku.
DAY 4: Baku → Shahdag Ski Resort
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Shahdag. Free time for skiing throughout the day.
Guests can also enjoy paid activities within Shahdag Resort: zipline, Shahdag Train, shooting range, and other entertainment options.
Overnight stay: Shahdag hotel
DAY 5: Shahdag – Laza Village Waterfalls
After breakfast, free time for skiing throughout the day.
After lunch, a short trip to Laza village and the Laza waterfalls is organized.
Overnight stay: Shahdag hotel
DAY 6: Shahdag Ski Tour and Other Activities
Breakfast at the hotel. The rest of the day is free for skiing and other winter activities. Guests can enjoy additional paid activities within the resort such as zipline, Shahdag Train, shooting range, and more. Overnight stay: Shahdag hotel.
DAY 7: Baku → Airport Transfer
After breakfast at the hotel, guests are transferred to the airport, marking the end of the tour.
Services Included in the Tour Price:
- Baku International Airport – Hotel – Baku International Airport (Mercedes Vito, Sprinter)
- Baku – Shahdag Ski Resort – Baku (Mercedes Vito, Sprinter)
- Baku – Gobustan – Mud Volcanoes – Ateshgah Temple (Mercedes Vito, Sprinter)
- Hotel accommodation (double rooms)
- All intercity transfers
- Transportation of personal ski equipment
- Baku city tour
Note: Additional services can be added upon request.
Services Not Included in the Tour Price:
- Air tickets
- Meals in the city
- Other expenses not mentioned in the program (special requests, single room supplements, etc.)
- Entrance tickets to museums and historical sites
- All hotel extras and personal expenses
- Additional tours
- All meals and drinks except breakfast
- Meals in Baku
- Ski equipment rental at the ski resort
Additional Information and Conditions:
- Registration and Permission: Participation in the tour requires registration at least 30 days in advance and full payment.
- Cancellation and Refund Policy:
- Full refund if canceled 30 days before the tour date.
- 70% refund if canceled 15 days before (30% retained).
- 50% refund if canceled 7 days before.
- No refund if canceled 5 days or less before the tour.
- Tour Program Changes: The tour leader reserves the right to change or cancel the program due to weather, public events, or other unforeseen circumstances.
- Group Size: Can be 3, 7, or 14 people. For different group requirements, contact us for a customized price.
- Mobile Communication: Mobile signal may not work in some mountain areas. Best coverage is via the Azercell operator.
- Food and Equipment: Participants are responsible for their own meals and cooking in the mountain conditions.
- Special Requests: If you wish to add or remove locations or meals from the tour, please contact us.
- Tips: Giving tips is optional and based on your satisfaction with the services.
