Caucasus Explorer - Best of Georgia and Armenia
Small Group Holiday
14
CA$
days from
4195
Journey through the Caucasus, home to some of the oldest Christian cultures on Earth. Start in the capital of Armenia, Yerevan, and visit the monasteries the country is famous for: Khor Virap, Noravank and Geghard. Drive by Lake Sevan and visit medieval churches en-route to Georgia's capital Tbilisi.
In Georgia, enjoy stupendous views along the Georgian Military Highway and walk up through the village of Gergeti to the Holy Trinity church, set against the backdrop of Mount Kazbek. Visit Gori, the birthplace of Joseph Stalin, walk in some beautiful areas, explore the rock-hewn town of Uplistsikhe and try some of the wine the country is famous for.
Activity / Theme
Country
Culture
Armenia, Georgia
Comfort Level
Physical Rating
Moderate
Leisurely / Moderate
Transportation
Accommodation
Private minibus
12 nights hotel, one night guesthouse, all en-suite
Months of Operation
May, June, July, August, September, October
Adventure Coordinators Insider Tip:
May and June are great times to visit as wildflowers are blooming and landscapes are green. Fall is a great time to be in Georgia for the golden colours and wine harvest.
Itinerary
DAY 1 Join Yerevan
DAY 2 Explore Yerevan and surrounds
DAY 3 Geghard Monastery, Garni temple, Vernissage market
DAY 4 Khor Virap Monastery; wine tasting, Noravank monastery. To Goris
DAY 5 Lake Sevan via Selim caravanserai and Noraduz
DAY 6 Sevanavank and Haghartsin Monasteries
DAY 7 Haghpat and Sanahin, to Tbilisi
DAY 8 Explore Tbilisi; folk show
DAY 9 Georgian Military Highway, walk to Gergeti Church, to Gudauri
DAY 10 Uplistsikhe cave town, Stalin's birthplace
DAY 11 Sataplia Cave, Gelati Monastery
DAY 12 Borjomi-Kharagauli NP, Mtskheta, to Tbilisi
DAY 13 Sighnaghi & Kakheti wine tasting
DAY 14 End Tbilisi
Inclusions
All breakfasts, 7 lunches, 4 dinners
All accommodation
Services of tour leader & local guides
Sample tour. Itinerary, accommodation, transportation, inclusions and prices are correct at the time of publication but may change without prior notice. Please inquire.
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