Straddle two continents on a fascinating journey through the Caucasus region. Travel from the capital of Armenia to the capital of Georgia, ticking off UNESCO-listed sites and areas of unique natural beauty. See how religions and cultures collide across these two iconic countries, witnessing relics from the Soviet period and beyond. Along the way, tuck into delicious delicacies from cheese-stuffed breads to natural wines.Explore captivating capitals - Discover two striking capital cities, Tbilisi and Yerevan and all of the history and culture they have to offer.Walk through history - From monasteries to cave towns, get an in-depth guide to the history of these two fascinating countries.Indulge the senses - From hiking in the mountains to tucking into khachapuri, dipping into sulphur baths to sipping natural wine, immerse yourself in the local culture.
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General information
Tour ID124626
Tour length16days
LanguageEnglish
Group size18
Age range16 - 85
Operated by
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Starting point
Mher Mkrtchyan St, Yerevan, Armenia
Minotel Barsam Suites, Hotel Reception
18:00
End point
10 Mefsalmune David King Street 10, მეფსალმუნე დავით მეფის ქუჩა, Tbilisi 0103, Georgia
Hotel KMM, Hotel reception
09:00
Itinerary
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Day 1: Join tour in Yerevan
Day 2: Visit the Holy City of Echmiadzin and Genocide Museum
Day 3: Visit sites of Garni and Geghard
Day 4: Visit Amberd Fortress
Day 5: Drive to Lake Sevan via monasteries and winery
Day 6: Drive to Tbilisi via Monastery of Haghpat
Day 7: Guided exploration of Tbilisi, free time to explore
Day 8: Drive via Mtskheta to Kutaisi
Day 9: Full day visit to the Black Sea town of Batumi
Day 10: Drive to UNESCO monastery at Gelati, continue to Akhaltsikhe via Borjomi Mineral Water Park
Day 11: Visit the cave town of Vardzia
Day 12: Drive to Gori, visit Stalin’s birthplace. Continue to Gudauri
Day 13: Gudauri: Walk in the Kazbegi Mountains and visit Gergeti Trinity Church
Day 14: Drive to Telavi (in the Kakheti wine region)
Day 15: Visit the farmer’s market and Alaverdi Cathedral, home-cooked lunch, finally drive back to Tbilisi