This scenic full-day trip heads north from Baku into the dramatic countryside of the Greater Caucasus foothills. The highlight is the striking Candy Cane Mountains, whose folded red-and-white striped slopes create one of Azerbaijan’s most photogenic landscapes, along with the rugged scenery around Khizi. With comfortable transport and a guide sharing insights into the region’s geology and rural life, it offers a refreshing escape from the city and a chance to see the country’s spectacular natural beauty.