Friday: Arrival day in Tbilisi or Yerevan

Tbilisi International Airport - Arrival at Tbilisi airport, then drive to Yerevan

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

Yerevan - Check in at the hotel in Yerevan after 15:00. Visit the Mother Armenia monument for a spectacular 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 reveals its breathtaking size and splendor.

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

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

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

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

The Monastery of Geghard - Visit the 13th-century cave monastery of Geghard, one of the most beautiful monasteries in Armenia.

Lake Sevan - Drive 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 extraordinary architecture. Visit the historical district of Old Dilijan and Sharambeyan Street.

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

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

Monday: Tbilisi - Jvari - Mtskheta

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

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

Narikala Fortress - Take the 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, the main street in Tbilisi.

Jvari Church - Continue to Jvari Church, built at the end of the 6th century. Enjoy a beautiful panorama of Mtskheta, which lies between the 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 - Drive towards the Caucasus Mountains, stopping at the Zhinvali reservoir to visit Ananuri Castle.

Gudauri - Continue upwards 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. The monastery offers spectacular views of the Alazani Valley, known for its Georgian wines, with the peaks of the Greater Caucasus towering behind it.

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

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

Thursday: Alaverdi - Tsinandali - Shuamta - Telavi

Telavi - Start the morning with a visit to the Telavi food market.

Alaverdi St. George Cathedral - Visit Alaverdi Cathedral, built in the early 11th century. It is one of the four Great Cathedrals of the country and the highest of the ancient churches in Georgia.

Tsinandali Palace - Next, stop at the Tsinandali estate, known for its beauty. Prince Alexander Chavchavadze, a poet and prominent figure in Georgia, 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

Sheki - On the way to Sheki, visit the first Albanian church in the Caucasus, located in the Kish village and dating back to the 1st century AD. Upon arrival, take a short sightseeing tour: visit Sheki medieval fortress, Sheki Khans Palace, handicrafts workshop, panoramic view of the town, mosque-madrassah, and 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 - Evening tour of Baku, 1 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 almost half of the world’s mud volcanoes.

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

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

Monday: Departure

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

• Accommodation for 10 nights in various premium hotels
• Convenient airport pickup and drop-off services
• Daily breakfast and select lunches included
• All excursions as per itinerary, ensuring a complete experience
• Professional guide services in English for better understanding
• Exclusive wine tasting experience in the renowned Kakheti region

• 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.