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Discovery of Caucasus Holiday Planner Cross-border tours Discover Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan - 16 days (CT-02)

Discover Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan - 16 days (CT-02)

Group size
2-12 people
Season
All year
Duration
16 days
Departs
Tuesday
Starts
Yerevan
Ends
Baku
Countries
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia
Cities
Akhaltsikhe, Alaverdi Monastery, Areni, Baku, Borjomi, Dilijan, Echmiatsin, Garni, Geghard, Gobustan, Gori, Gremi, Haghpat, Khor Virap, Kutaisi, Mtskheta, Napareuli, Noravank, Sevan, Shamakhi, Sheki, Sighnaghi, Tbilisi, Uplistikhe, Vardzia, Yanar Dag, Yerevan, Zvartnots
Akhaltsikhe - 2 nights
Baku - 3 nights
Kutaisi - 1 night
Sheki - 1 night
Sighnaghi - 1 night
Tbilisi - 3 nights
Yerevan - 4 nights
Price
from $3,195
Reservation
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These three Caucasus nations couldn’t be more different, but they share a common desire to show guests warm hospitality which makes them a wonderful choice for a holiday. This 16 day tour will show you the highlights of Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan. You’ll enjoy visits to UNESCO-listed monasteries, unique subterranean cave systems, wineries and of course, a rural landscape that’s as diverse as it is beautiful. The three capitals also have a different flavour, but all are compelling in their history and rich heritage. 

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Yerevan
Day 1
Transfer from the airport to the hotel
Today your Caucasus adventure starts when you step off the plane in the Armenian capital Yerevan. You’ll be met for your transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Yerevan. (Dinner)
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Ejmiatsin - Zvarnots - Yerevan
Day 2
Yerevan City Tour
Visit to Matenadaran Library
The Armenian Genocide Memorial Complex
Transfer by car / minibus: Yerevan - Echmiatsin
Cathedral of Ejmiatsin Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Echmiatsin - Zvartnots
Zvartnots Cathedral Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Zvartnots - Yerevan
The Yerevan Cascade is one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks, with its staircases and escalators rising over multiple levels, offering a breathtaking view of the capital and the distant Mount Ararat from the top. We’ll continue exploring the city, including Republic Square with its singing fountains and the lively Vernissage market, where rows of stalls offer everything from antiques to locally-made crafts. Also included is a visit to the Matenadaran, which houses an impressive collection of ancient manuscripts. Before heading out of the city, we’ll visit the Genocide Memorial, a solemn and powerful tribute to the victims of the Armenian Genocide. Just outside of town, we’ll explore the 7th-century ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral. Nearby, you’ll also visit the Mother See of Holy Echmiadzin, the spiritual and administrative heart of the Armenian Church. Return to Yerevan for a traditional Armenian dinner. Overnight in Yerevan. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Driving distance: 55 km / 34 ml.
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Garni - Geghard - Yerevan
Day 3
Transfer by car / minibus: Yerevan - Garni
Pagan Temple of Garni and Garni Gorge Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Garni - Geghard
Geghard Monastery Guided Tour
Lavash Bread Cooking Master Class
Transfer by car / minibus: Geghard - Yerevan
This morning, our journey takes us to Garni Temple, an ancient Greco-Roman site that stands in striking contrast to Armenia’s many monasteries. After exploring the temple and uncovering its fascinating history, we will proceed to Garni Gorge, famous for its breathtaking "Symphony of Stones," a remarkable natural formation of basalt columns that create a stunning visual spectacle. Following our time in the gorge, we’ll head to Geghard Monastery, one of the first of several monasteries you will encounter during your stay in Armenia. On our way back to the capital, we’ll visit a local home in the countryside where you can participate in making lavash, the traditional Armenian flatbread. Finally, if time permits, we can stop at the Ararat Wine Factory for a tasting of some exquisite local wines. Overnight in Yerevan. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Driving distance: 75 km / 47 ml.
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Khor Virap - Noravank - Yerevan
Day 4
Transfer by car / minibus: Yerevan - Khor Virap
Khor Virap Monastery Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Khor Virap - Noravank
Noravank Monastery Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Noravank - Areni
Wine Tasting
Visit Birds` Cave
Transfer by car / minibus: Areni - Yerevan
An excursion to Khor Virap brings you closer to the iconic Mount Ararat, which you may have seen from the top of the Yerevan Cascades. This monastery is famous for the underground cell where Saint Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned for 13 years. After lunch, we’ll drive to Noravank Monastery, a stunning site nestled within a narrow canyon, blending harmoniously with its rugged surroundings. Adventurous visitors can climb a staircase without rails for incredible views of the canyon below. Later in the afternoon, we’ll visit Areni, where we’ll stop at Bird’s Cave, a fascinating archaeological site revealing artifacts from ancient settlements. Following this, we’ll head to Areni Winery, one of the best spots in the country to sample local wines and fruit-infused spirits-perfect for a souvenir or two. Overnight in Yerevan. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Driving distance: 245 km / 153 ml.
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Sevan - Dilijan - Haghpat - Armenian-Georgian border - Tbilisi
Day 5
Transfer by car / minibus: Yerevan - Sevan
Sevanavank Monastery Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Sevan - Dilijan
Dilijan City Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Dilijan - Haghpat
Haghpat Monastery Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Haghpat - Tbilisi
Armenia has a few more sights to show us before we set off for the Georgian border. Lake Sevan is the largest body of water in Armenia and perched on a hilltop above its shoreline is the delightful Sevanavank Monastery. There are quite a few steps to climb, but the reward is panoramic views across the blue waters of the lake as well as a glimpse inside this 9th century marvel. Later, you’ll enjoy a tour of the spa resort of Dilijan before visiting Haghpat Monastery en route to the border. We’ll continue on to the Georgian capital Tbilisi; total driving distance today is around 188 miles (301km). Overnight in Tbilisi. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Driving distance: 301 km / 188 ml.
Day 6
Tbilisi City Tour
The Georgian capital is very different to Yerevan, with less of a Soviet feel to the place, particularly in the heart of the city. We’ll begin in Tbilisi’s Old Town, where there’s a plethora of ancient churches, old synagogues and the thermal baths for which the city is known. On today’s tour, you’ll pay a visit to the Georgian National Museum to learn a bit about this fascinating country and also take a walk along Rustaweli Avenue, one of the city’s liveliest thoroughfares. Overnight in Tbilisi. (Breakfast, Dinner)
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Mtskheta - Kutaisi
Day 7
Transfer by car / minibus: Tbilisi - Mtskheta
Walking Tour. Visit Jvari Church and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
Transfer by car / minibus: Mtskheta - Kutaisi
Visit Prometheus Cave
Tbilisi hasn’t always been the capital of Georgia; before, that honour went to Mtskheta. As you’d expect, that means there is much to see, the highlights being the UNESCO-listed Djvari Church and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Later, in the afternoon, we will drive to Kutaisi, the country’s second largest city, and visit the Prometheus Cave which is located just outside. Overnight in Kutaisi. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Driving distance: 265 km / 166 ml.
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Gelati - Bagrati - Akhaltsikhe
Day 8
Bagrati Cathedral Guided Tour
Gelati Monastery Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Kutaisi - Akhaltsikhe
One of the great joys when travelling in the Caucasus is to visit the bustling local markets and we’ll do so in Kutaisi before leaving the city. Our UNESCO hit list continues with visits to Gelati Monastery and Bagrati Cathedrals. There’ll be plenty of time to explore before we need to hit the road for Akhaltsikhe. Incidentally, its name means “new castle” although old is no longer an apt epithet. Overnight in Akhaltsikhe. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Driving distance: 213 km / 133 ml.
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Vardzia - Akhaltsikhe
Day 9
Rabati Fortress Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Akhaltsikhe - Vardzia
Cave Town Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Vardzia - Akhaltsikhe
Visitors come to Akhaltsikhe to visit the spectacular underground cave city of Vardzia. The hillside is riddled with tunnels and caverns; these were used as store rooms, churches and refectories. If you’re wondering how they came to be here, the thirteen level site was hewn from the rock on the orders of Queen Tamar in 1185. Destroyed by an earthquake in 1283, it was rebuilt but abandoned again when the Ottomans came in the 16th century. Back in Akhaltsikhe the itinerary includes a visit to the famous ethnographic Museum in the Rabati Fortress. Overnight in Akhaltsikhe. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Driving distance: 122 km / 76 ml.
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Borjomi - Gori - Uplistikhe - Tbilisi
Day 10
Transfer by car / minibus: Akhaltsikhe - Borjomi
Borjomi Walking Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Borjomi - Gori
Stalin Museum Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Gori - Uplistikhe
Uplistikhe Cave Town Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Uplistikhe - Tbilisi
Gala Dinner & Folklore Show
The most infamous leader Russia ever had was in fact Georgian by birth, and he came from the town of Gori. Today, there’s a museum dedicated to his life, which incorporates the humble wooden hut in which he spent his early years. Of course, this is a sanitised history and you’ll be wise to make up your own mind as to what you think of the man and his actions. Afterwards, we’ll visit nearby Uplistikhe Cave Town, another fascinating subterranean complex, before returning to Tbilisi. Overnight in Tbilisi. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Driving distance: 240 km / 150 ml.
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Gombori - Alaverdi - Napareuli - Gremi - Signagi
Day 11
Transfer by car / minibus: Tbilisi - Alaverdi Monastery
Alaverdi Monastery Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Alaverdi Monastery - Napareuli
Wine Tasting at Twins Wine Cellar
Transfer by car / minibus: Napareuli - Gremi
Gremi Complex Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Gremi - Sighnaghi
Georgia has a long history of viticulture; the nation has been producing wine for over 8000 years. Today’s programme takes us into wine country, to explore the region of Kakheti. We will explore the Alaverdi Monastery and Gremi Complex as well as enjoy a much-anticipated wine tasting in Napareuli. Last stop today is the pretty town of Signagi. We’ll start exploring the town’s fortifications and from those walls enjoy far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. Overnight in Signagi. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Driving distance: 219 km / 137 ml.
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Azerbaijan border - Kish - Sheki
Day 12
Walking Tour in Sighnaghi
Bodbe Monastery of St Nino Guided Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Sighnaghi - Sheki
Visit Church of Kish
Having enjoyed a tour of Signagi’s main sights yesterday afternoon, there’ll be more time in this characterful place to soak up the atmosphere of its historic centre. A couple of miles down the road is Bodbe Monastery, a complex set amid delightful gardens. That will be our last stop before we leave Georgia. It’s time to cross the border into our third country, Azerbaijan, where we’ll begin the drive to Sheki. A visit to Kish village completes today’s programme. Overnight in Sheki. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Driving distance: 157 km / 98 ml.
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Shamakhi - Baku
Day 13
Guided Tour of Sheki
Transfer by car / minibus: Sheki - Shamakhi
Shamakhi City Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Shamakhi - Baku
Sheki, sometimes referred to as Shaki, was a stop on the ancient Silk Road. Its 18th century Palace of the Shaki Khans was a summer residence for the ruling elite and was built without a single nail. Even the regular dwellings were richly decorated with wooden lattice work framing colourful glass. That’s not all; we’ll also show you the 18th century Shaki Castle before setting off for Shamakhi. This place is rich in culture and history; highlights include Juma Mosque which has survived many earthquakes. Our final destination this afternoon is the capital of Azerbaijan, Baku. Overnight in Baku. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Driving distance: 298 km / 186 ml.
Day 14
Baku City Tour
Baku is forward thinking, but also has a thriving old city which abuts the Caspian Sea. You’ll enjoy a tour of old Baku, taking in the Maiden Tower, the Palace of Shirvanshahs, the courtyard of Divankhana and numerous mosques, minarets, caravanserais and baths. Most people will recognise the distinctive shapes of Baku’s newest landmark, the Flame Towers, built on the back of Azerbaijan’s not insignificant mineral wealth. Overnight in Baku. (Breakfast, Dinner)
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Gobustan - Yanar Dag - Baku
Day 15
Transfer by car / minibus: Baku - Gobustan
Excursion to Gobustan National Park
Mud Volcanoes Tour
Transfer by car / minibus: Gobustan - Yanar Dag
Visit Yanar Dag Flames
Transfer by car / minibus: Yanar Dag - Baku
On our final full day of exploration, we leave the capital to visit Gobustan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its ancient petroglyphs that offer a glimpse into prehistoric life in the Caucasus. In addition to these remarkable rock carvings, Gobustan is home to approximately 300 mud volcanoes. We'll visit one of these captivating sites to observe bubbling mud pools and mini-eruptions, often attributed with health benefits and unique geological interest. After lunch, the journey continues to Yanar Dag, or "Burning Mountain." This fascinating natural wonder has been alight continuously since the 1950s, fueled by natural gas seeping through the sandstone. The unbroken flames make for an unforgettable spectacle and a reminder of Azerbaijan’s nickname, the "Land of Fire." Overnight in Baku. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Driving distance: 152 km / 95 ml.
Day 16
Transfer from the hotel to the airport
Your Caucasus adventure has to end sometime and today is that day. We’ll transfer you to the airport for your flight home and wish you well for the journey home. (Breakfast)
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