AZERBAIJAN · REGION
The standouts.
The 10 most popular guba, khinaliq & candy cane mountains tours in Azerbaijan. What each one includes, who runs it, and what you'll pay.
Day trip from Baku to Shahdag and the Greater Caucasus with Candy Cane Mountains, Pink rock stops, and optional Laza off-road.
“Good coordination. Ulker as a guide was good and welcoming.”
Baku day trip to Candy Cane Mountains, Guba, and Khinaliq. Jeep ride, guided stops, and optional homemade lunch at 2,350m.
“Undoubtedly the best trip if you are visiting Azerbaijan. Don't miss out on this one if you want to experience this country. Guide Leyla sure is very professional and pleasant so she will make sure you will be comfortable at every part of this journey! A true adventure for every tourist. Homemade lunch was the…”
Mountain rides, forest shade, a synagogue visit, and optional Laza Waterfall. All from Baku with lunch included for $15.
“Great experience with our tour guide Servi, who kept everyone upbeat despite the bad foggy weather we experienced up at Sahdag. Candy cane mountains and waterfall were the highlights of the tour. Great value for money too. 100% recommended.”
Day trip from Baku to Candy Cane Mountain and Khinalig, with canyon views, Silk Road stops, and a homemade lunch in 11 hours.
“This tour is the most amazing day trip you can take while visiting Azerbaijan. The Candy Cane Mountain is even more spectacular in real life than in photos, the lunch was really tasty, and enough for everybody (with vegan option as well). Last but not least we went to Khinalig village, which was the most…”
A full-day group trip from Baku to Quba and Khinalig, with paid-in-advance fees, mountain views, and homemade lunch in a remote village.
“the tour was great although it was a long drive there and back. The guide was very nice but had never been there nor had he done his homework. Fortunately the driver was able to say "waterfall" or similar for a reason for a stop.. Guba is really worth going too. The vehicle was very…”
Ride from Baku to Guba for Candy Cane Mountains, Five-Fingered Dag, and Khinaliq at 2,335 m, plus village lunch.
“This is a long day trip out of Baku (12 hours) but well worth the effort. The route up into the mountains was breathtaking, with regular stops provided for refreshments and photos. Dining with a local family was an enjoyable and memorable experience.”
A $59 group day trip from Baku to Besh Barmag, Shahdag Resort, and the Candy Cane Mountains with pickup, guide, and photo stops.
“I had an amazing time. The itinerary was well-planned, allowing us to see all the highlights without feeling rushed. Our tour guide, Ali was fantastic—extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and approachable.”
Day trip from Baku to Quba and Khinalig with mountain viewpoints, Red Town culture, and homemade lunch in a UNESCO-listed village.
“Amazing experience! A really nice and knowledgeable guide. Beautiful nature. A region full of history. Would recommend to everyone!”
Small-group tour from Baku to Guba and Khinalig in Azerbaijan, with colorful mountains, pilgrimage stops, and mountain-village views.
“We had a good time going to the Jewish village in Quba and the mountains; we enjoyed the lunch and learned about the town of Khinalik. We were disturbed, though, by the extensive and overt antisemitism we encountered on the trip, from both our fellow travelers and our gRead more”
Small-group Khizi and Shahdag day trip from Baku with scenic mountain stops, myth stories, and flexible time at Shahdag Resort.
“This tour was beyond amazing. Intimate yet engaging, packed with knowledge and tips. Our guide, Nazperi, was hilarious and kept things interesting throughout. The included lunch exceeded our expectations, it was absolutely delicious! Perfect duration, highly recommend”
