Friday: Arrival Day in Tbilisi or Yerevan

Tbilisi International Airport - Arrive at Tbilisi airport and drive to Yerevan.

Bagratashen - Sadakhlo Border Crossing - Cross the Armenia-Georgia border.

Yerevan - Check into the hotel in Yerevan after 3:00 PM. Visit the Mother Armenia monument for a stunning view of Mt. Ararat and a panorama of central Yerevan. Explore the Matenadaran Institute of Ancient Manuscripts. Tour the Cascade complex, Opera House, Northern Avenue, and Republic Square. Visit the Armenian Genocide Memorial. Shop for souvenirs and gifts at “Vernissage.”

Saturday: Yerevan – Khor Virap - Echmiadzin – Zvartnots - Yerevan

Khor Virap - Visit the Khor Virap monastery, where Mt. Ararat displays its breathtaking size and beauty.

Echmiadzin Monastery - Travel to Echmiadzin, the spiritual and administrative hub of the Armenian Apostolic Church. Visit the Main Cathedral of Echmiadzin.

Zvartnots Temple - Explore the ruins of the 7th-century Zvartnots Temple.

Yerevan– Garni – Geghard – Lake Sevan – Haghpat - Armenia / Georgia border – Tbilisi

Garni - Visit the oldest surviving building in Armenia, the 1st-century Garni Pagan Temple.

The Monastery of Geghard - Discover the 13th-century cave monastery of Geghard, one of Armenia’s most beautiful monasteries.

Lake Sevan - Travel to Lake Sevan and visit the Sevanavank monastery on the Sevan peninsula.

Dilijan - Continue to Dilijan, a resort town known for its charming nature and unique architecture. Visit the historical district of Old Dilijan, Sharambeyan Street.

Haghpat Monastery - Drive to Alaverdi and visit the Haghpat monastery.

Sadakhlo - Proceed to the Armenia-Georgia border. After completing border formalities, drive to Tbilisi.

Monday: Tbilisi - Jvari - Mtskheta

Tsminda Sameba Cathedral - Begin Tbilisi sightseeing at the Sameba Cathedral.

Abanotubani - Visit Metekhi Bridge and the Abanotubani district, famous for its sulfur baths.

Narikala Fortress - Take a cable car to visit Narikala Fortress.

The Bridge of Peace - Stop for photos at the Bridge of Peace and explore Shardeni Street with its many souvenir and gift shops.

Anchiskhati Basilica - Visit Anchiskhati Basilica and Gabriadze Theatre clock.

Rustaveli Avenue - From Freedom Square, stroll along Rustaveli Avenue, Tbilisi’s main street.

Jvari Church - Continue to Jvari Church, built at the end of the 6th century. Enjoy a beautiful panorama of Mtskheta, located between peaks and the confluence of two rivers.

Mtskheta - Drive to the old city of Mtskheta, visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, and return to Tbilisi.

Tuesday: Ananuri - Gudauri - Kazbegi - Gergeti - Gudauri

Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble - On the way to the Caucasus Mountains, stop at the Zhinvali reservoir and visit Ananuri Castle.

Gudauri - Continue to the alpine ski resort at Gudauri, following the old Georgian Military Road through Cross Pass.

Stepantsminda - Arrive in Stepantsminda village.

Gergeti Trinity Church - Take a jeep to drive up to Gergeti Church and enjoy the beautiful panorama.

Wednesday: Signagi - Bodbe - Kvareli - Telavi

Signagi - Drive to the fortified city of Signagi, surrounded by a wall with 28 watchtowers.

Bodbe Monastery of St. Nino - Visit the convent of Bodbe, offering spectacular views of the Alazani Valley, known for its Georgian wines, with the Greater Caucasus peaks in the background.

Tunnel Winery Khareba’s - Continue to the tunnel winery at Khareba to taste Kakhetian wines made using local traditions in Kvevri.

Gremi Citadel and Church of the Archangels - Visit Gremi Fortress.

Thursday: Alaverdi - Tsinandali - Shuamta - Telavi

Telavi - Start the morning at the Telavi food market.

Alaverdi St. George Cathedral - Visit Alaverdi Cathedral, built in the early 11th century, one of Georgia’s four Great Cathedrals and the tallest of the ancient churches.

Tsinandali Palace - Next, visit the Tsinandali estate, renowned for its beauty. Prince Alexander Chavchavadze, a poet and prominent Georgian figure, lived here. The estate features an art gallery and a bar where you can try Tsinandali, the first Georgian wine produced using European technology.

Friday: Lagodekhi – Border with Azerbaijan – Sheki

Lagodekhi Customs - Cross the Georgia-Azerbaijan border and meet your local guide. Expect to walk a short distance with your luggage between checkpoints.

Sheki - En route to Sheki, visit the first Albanian church in the Caucasus, located in Kish village, dating back to the 1st century AD. Upon arrival, enjoy a short sightseeing tour: visit Sheki medieval fortress, Sheki Khans Palace, a handicrafts workshop, a panoramic view of the town, a mosque-madrassah, and a local bazaar.

Saturday: Shamakhi – Baku

Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum - On the way to Baku, visit the historical Juma Mosque and the mausoleum of Seven Domes – Yeddi Gumbez in Shamakhi town.

Baku - Enjoy an evening tour of Baku, lasting one hour.

Sunday: Baku - Absheron Peninsula – Gobustan – Baku

Absheron Region - Visit the Greater Baku area and Absheron Peninsula. Start with Gobustan National Park. Visit the Petroglyphs Museum and explore petroglyphs dating back to 10,000 BC.

Mud Volcanoes - Continue to the mud volcanoes in Gobustan Reserve, home to nearly half of the world’s mud volcanoes.

Ateshgah - Fire Temple - Drive to Ateshgah, the temple of fire worshippers in Surakhany village. Zoroastrians from India traveled thousands of kilometers to Ateshgah to worship the fire emerging from the earth.

Yanar Dag - Visit Yanardag Mountain, where natural gas has been burning for several thousand years.

Monday: Departure

Heydar Aliyev International Airport - Transfer to Baku airport for departure.

• Airport pick-up and drop-off
• 10 nights accommodation
• Breakfast and lunch included
• All fees and taxes covered
• Excursions as per itinerary
• English-speaking guide service

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Travel insurance
• Entry visa, if applicable

Experience the captivating allure of the South Caucasus with our tour, where exotic traditions, distinct culture, ancient charm, and historical monuments await your discovery. The tour signifies an end of a journey that you’ll regret it’s ending. This region serves as a bridge between the East and West, the cradle of ancient civilizations, a crossroads of trade routes, and a convergence of diverse peoples and cultures.

• your arrival airport should be Tbilisi or Yerevan. Departure airport should be Baku.
• Subject to weather conditions during winter. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the alternative option

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.