The meeting place is at Azerbaijan Avenue 1, located about 10 to 15 minutes' walk from the Old City and Nizami Street. It's also known as the KFC parking lot, and it's easy to find on the map. For those living nearby, just head up the stairs next to the KFC located on Nizami Street.
Description
Discover two of Azerbaijan’s most stunning natural wonders in one unforgettable trip!
Candy Cane Mountains – A surreal landscape in Khizi, where vibrant red, orange, and white hills stretch across the horizon. These unique rock formations, shaped over millions of years, create an otherworldly atmosphere, perfect for photography and exploration.
Shahdag – Nestled in the Greater Caucasus, Shahdag is a top destination for adventure and relaxation.
Tour Options
All exclusive
Van
Itinerary
Masazirgol
30 min
Pink Lake (Masazir) — the most unique lake in Azerbaijan, renowned for its unusual hue. There are only eight pink lakes in the world, and one of them is right here in Azerbaijan.
Note: During the winter period (from December 1 to March 31), visits to the Pink Lake Masazyr are temporarily suspended, as due to natural conditions the lake loses its characteristic pink shade.
This allows more time to be spent at other key locations of the itinerary, including the Shahdag Mountain Resort, which makes the tour even more rich and comfortable. This location is unavailable till april 30.
Multi-Colored Mountains of Khyzy
120 min
Our next stopping point is truly unique and special. One of the true domains of Azerbaijan’s nature called Candy Cane Mountains or Colored Mountains will be on display for you to observe and enjoy. Its appearance that actually looks just like the candies or sweets make the very interesting combination, the bright reds turning into whites and pinks, creating a breathtaking view.
Besh Barmag Mountain
30 min
The capital of Azerbaijan is connected to the largest cities of Russia by the M1 motorway. This motorway is followed by the beautiful landscapes, one of which is the peaks of Beshbarmaq Mountain. There are plenty of different legends involving this mountain, but the truth about it includes stories about its peak being a guiding point to sailors back in the days. There’s also a holy place called “Pir Hydyr Zundzha” located here, that many respect immensely stopping at the foot of the mountain to pray and worship. Professional guides of Azerbaijan Travel International will not only tell you mythical stories about the place itself, but portray the true story about the life of its habitats.
30 min
We will visit the dense Gechresh Forest, where the canopy is so thick that even during the day, locals use lamps for light.
Shahdag Mountain Resort
Admission included120 min
Shahdag Mountain Resort, situated in the Qusar City, is famous for its magnificent views and a various range of activities that you can try out there, from cable cars to snowboarding. You’ll have plenty of free time (around two hours) to try out everything you want there, to experience all the winter attractions yourself, and enjoy your time out in the snowy weather.
What's included
Included
Professional tour guides
Transport with air-condition
Visit the Candycane mountains
TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
Not included
Tickets to activities in Shahdag Ski Resort
Lunch
30 AZN transportation to the Laza waterfall (off-road car)
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Khizi-Shahdag Tour take?
Khizi-Shahdag Tour lasts about 11–13 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Khizi-Shahdag Tour cost?
Prices start at $27 per person for this Baku experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Khizi-Shahdag Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The meeting place is at Azerbaijan Avenue 1, located about 10 to 15 minutes' walk from the Old City and Nizami Street. It's also known as the KFC parking lot, and it's easy to find on the map. For those living nearby, just head up the stairs next to the KFC located on Nizami Street. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Khizi-Shahdag Tour offered in?
The experience is available in RU, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(150)
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Voyager46766457283
September 16, 2026
Great tour and guide
This was my second tour with Naz as guide and a much more extended trip (12+ hours). She proved to be even better than the previous trip and I was honestly impressed with her communication skills, her in-depth knowledge of Azerbaijanian history and keeping up-to-date with the latest developments in her country.
She was the lifeline of the group which honestly could have used some more lively characters. She also managed the timings very well even with so many different locations, yet everything happened like clockwork.
Shahdag resort was the stand-out location of the day, with so many activity options and some fantastic weather.
Definitely recommend this tour and this guide to others.
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g_lserenk23
September 14, 2026
Fun
Naz the fairy took great care of us; she informed us about each location beforehand and told us what to do there. It was a fun tour, thank you! 🥰
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enesy466
September 14, 2026
It was a very nice tour.
It was a wonderful program, I thank the whole team, but I especially want to thank Ms. Naz. It was a tour that was supposed to be explained in English, but she explained it in both English and Turkish for us. She was a very understanding and knowledgeable guide. Thank you so much for everything.
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288sharjeelg
September 13, 2026
Excellent Tour with Nazpari
We had a wonderful experience on the Khizi & Shahdag Tour. Our guide Nazpari was very friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and helpful throughout the trip. She made sure we were comfortable, explained everything clearly, and gave us plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful scenery and take photos.
The tour was well organized and truly memorable. Highly recommend this tour, especially with Nazpari as your guide! 🇦🇿❤️
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rashidb133
September 11, 2026
Amazing
We had great experience with amazing tour guide Nazpari. She explained us every information necessary related to visiting points.
I rate her 10/10
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542nassimb
September 10, 2026
A magnificent experience with Nazpari
We had an excellent day during the excursion to Quba and Shahdag. Everything was perfectly organized and we really enjoyed every moment.
A big thank you to our guide Nazpari, who was exceptional: very kind, smiling, professional, and always attentive to our needs. She gave us a lot of interesting information about Azerbaijan while making the day pleasant and friendly.
We particularly appreciated her availability, her good humor, and her warm welcome. Thanks to her, this excursion will remain a very beautiful memory of our trip to Azerbaijan. 🇦🇿❤️
Thank you very much Nazpari for this magnificent day! We highly recommend her to anyone who wishes to discover Khizi, Shahdag, and Quba with an excellent guide. 🌸
Do not hesitate to ask for Nazpari as a guide, you will not be disappointed! 😊
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aaziqalis
September 10, 2026
Day well spent
It was our second time tour with Nazperi and like always, she did a really good job. Highly recommended and value for money.
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asmeerb
September 10, 2026
Worth it
Had a great time with Nazperi, she was fabulous and actually had a lot of knowledge about Azerbaijan
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aemenc
September 10, 2026
The rollercoaster
It was very pleasant. The tour guide was very well spoken and patient. She was super friendly and fun to travel with. And the tour was quite knowledgeable because of the detail briefing our guide gave us. We really enjoyed our little trip.
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253ege_
September 4, 2026
A wonderful tour experience.
It was a wonderful tour; it was very valuable for us to see and experience all the natural beauties and entertainment options of Azerbaijan firsthand. Our tour guide, Nazperi Hasanzade, was especially kind, energetic, cheerful, and respectful. We thank her and the entire team very much.
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