Should I go to Armenia or Azerbaijan first?

Armenia is typically the first stop on these multi-country itineraries. Here, you will encounter ancient lands well off the radar of modern day holidaymakers. The 7th century archaeological site of Zvartnots and the Holy City of Echmiadzin are both easily accessible from the capital city of Yerevan.



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There are certainly exceptions and sights worth seeing, but Baku is the center of Azerbaijan economically, politically and culturally. Georgia vs Azerbaijan Tourist Attractions winner is… Georgia. The widespread attractions across the country make Georgia a better option for travelers.

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It's easy and I would say that most people would probably enjoy Tbilisi more than Yerevan. But Yerevan was (for us) a more cultural experience and we felt a deeper connection to the city. But part of that was because we had the most fantastic guide George for a few days (look him up if going to Yerevan).

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The Armenia itinerary I present below is a suggestion for 3 to 14 days in Armenia and you can adjust it to your needs. What is this? I personally think the best time to visit Armenia is either in spring or in early autumn. Days are still long enough to use them to the maximum but it's not so hot.

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Don't let the visa myths stop you and consider visiting Azerbaijan too! It's so worth it, for many reasons: people, landscape, architecture, food! I bet you'd enjoy it too!

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While Azerbaijan is overall a very safe place to visit, risks do increase at night. Err on the safe side and take increased precautions after dark, such as not walking around alone at night.

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You can get away with 3 days if you're in a rush, you would be able to visit Baku, and the Gobustan Natinal park (the UNESCO world heritage site home to the mud volcanoes). You could also spend 2 weeks and see the whole country! Personally, though, I think 5 nights is the perfect amount of time to spend in Azerbaijan.

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Backpacking Azerbaijan Suggested Budgets On a mid-range budget of about 175 AZN per day, you can stay in a private hostel room or Airbnb, eat out a lot more, take some guided tours, enjoy a few drinks out, take some taxis, and visit more paid attractions.

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With its numerous UNESCO sites, including monasteries and churches, Armenia is a treasure trove for history buffs. The country's signature Ararat brandy and wine, along with its delicious fruit and bread, make Armenia a paradise for food lovers.

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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.

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The best time to go to Baku is the span from April to October. During the summer months Baku suffers from extremely bright sun rays where as winter months are extremely cold. Baku has a very dry weather. The months of January, July and November must be avoided in order to avoid the dryness of the place.

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The Land of Fire The word 'Azerbaijan' literally means 'protector of fire'; the country is abundant in oil and natural gas; it was a centre of fire worshipping; and fire has always been one of the symbols of our capital, Baku, which today is reflected in the amazing Flame Towers.

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The country overflows with history and culture, most of it unbeknownst to the western world. Yerevan itself is packed with museums, art galleries, and very stately Soviet-era buildings, and there are some great historical treasures just a day trip away. Trust me—you'll never be at a loss for things to do in Yerevan.

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