Baku to Beshbarmag and the Candy Cane Mountains
09:00 AM - Departure from Baku
Meet at the arranged meeting point in Baku.
Begin the drive to Beshbarmag Mountain, located in the Siyazan District.
The drive to the mountain will take approximately 90 minutes.
10:30 AM - Arrival at Beshbarmag Mountain
Upon arrival, guests will begin their visit to the peak of Beshbarmag Mountain.
The mountain rises to 382 meters (1,253 feet) above sea level and is considered a sacred pilgrimage site.
Guests will learn about the history, legends, and spiritual significance of the mountain, including stories of Noah's Ark, saints, and prophets.
A visit to the shrine near the peak is included, where visitors can take part in rituals such as lighting candles, leaving offerings, or tying cloths to bushes.
Guests will have 30 minutes to explore the mountain with explanations from their private guide.
11:00 AM - Departure from Beshbarmag Mountain
Depart from Beshbarmag Mountain and begin the drive towards the Candy Cane Mountains.
The journey will take approximately 50 minutes.
11:50 AM - Arrival at Candy Cane Mountains
Upon arrival, guests will explore the striking Candy Cane Mountains located in the Khizi District.
The mountains are known for their vivid red, pink, white, and orange stripes, formed through the oxidation of iron-rich minerals.
The colors of the mountains are most prominent during sunrise and sunset, providing a candy-striped glow.
Guests will learn about the geological formation of the mountains and the age of the sedimentary rocks dating back to the Mesozoic and Cenozoic eras.
Enjoy a walk around the hills, taking in the unique landscape of clay and shale formations.
The total tour duration here will be 30 minutes with walking and explanations by the private guide.
12:20 PM - Departure from Candy Cane Mountains
Begin the journey back to Baku, taking in the views along the way.
The drive will take approximately 80 minutes.
01:40 PM - Return to Baku
Arrive back in Baku, where the tour concludes.
Guests will be dropped off at the designated point, 80 minutes from the city center.
End of Tour
