Deep Insight Of Armenia and Georgia

Pick up from the airport.
We will start the tour from the Victory Park, then will have a walk in Cascade Complex, a massive staircase, surrounded by a number of statues. Then we will explore one of the world’s largest manuscript depositories in the world, Matenadaran. We will walk to the State Opera House, Northern Avenue, and will reach the Republic Square. Later on, we will explore the oldest part of the city – Kond Neighborhood.

Today, we will visit the first Christian church in the world, the Ejmiatsin Cathedral. We will also have a chance to visit the “Ejmiatsin Museum” and explore the ancient Christian world with its antiquity. Then we will visit the Memorial of Sardarapat. On our way back to Yerevan, we will see the ruins of the 7th century Zvartnots Cathedral.

Today we will visit Khor Virap Monastery-where the adoption of Christianity as a state religion set its roots. Then we will visit Old Areni Factory. There we will participate in wine production. Armenia will also amaze us with its 6100 years old secret – the oldest winery in the entire world- in Areni Cave. Then we will also visit the Noravank Monastery. Later we’ll have a photo stop at the Spandaryan Reservoir with its magnificent location and nature. The tour will find its finish in the small town Goris.

Today, we will have a walk in a historic village Khndzoresk, where we will encounter natural and manmade caves. After the walk, we will visit Tatev monastery. We will also ride the cable car over deep Vorotan river canyon, which is the largest cable car in the world. On the way to the Hermon village for the rest and overnight, we will also visit Shaki waterfall.

Today we will get a chance to see a part of The Great Silk Road. Here we will have a stop at Selim Caravanserai of the 13th century, which hosted lots of traders from China, India and Europe. Then we will ride to a historical village which carries the largest collection of khachkars in the entire world. Here we will visit a family cheese farm to taste local cheeses aged in wine and brandy. We will have a drive along Lake Sevan. The ride brings us to the “little Switzerland” of Armenia, Dilijan, full of national parks to refresh and enjoy the mountainous fresh air. Here we will visit the Old Dilijan Complex.

Today, we will visit Haghartstin Monastery of the 13th century. Later on we will have a drive to a typical Russian village with its lifestyle. We will be the guests of the molokan family, will taste traditional cuisine and drink tea from Samovar. We will continue to Lori Berd Fortress located on the edge of deep Dzoraget river gorge. Evening we will drive to Dsegh village.

Today, we will move on to Bagratashen to discover Georgia. We will go to Tbilisi, the capital and cultural centre of the country. We will have a walk tour in in Old Tbilisi-The narrow doorways, intertwined balconies, old brick-build houses. Our day will come to the end with a visit to the Chronicles of Georgia-giant stones with unordinary engravings and sculptures that show the solidarity and purposefulness of the ancient nation to stay in their homeland.

Today we will pass Georgian Military Highway, which connects two countries to each other and carries important cultural and historical monuments. Today we will visit Zhinvali reservoir. The artificial lake is surrounded by gigantic mountains and a 12th century cathedral, half of which is submerged into the water. Here next to the reservoir
we will see the Ananuri Fortress Complex-a symbol of Georgians’ resilience, solidarity and patriotism. The next stop is the Gudauri Viewpoint where the Georgian-Russian Friendship ” monument is located. The 14th century Holy trinity Church of Gergeti will close the program of the day.

Today we will have a cheese tasting as Georgia has a big family of bready cheeses in its cuisine. Then we will direct ourselves to the 11th century Bodbe Monastery. Finally we will visit the city of love, Sighnaghi, which gives an amazing view over the Alazani Valleys and Caucasus Mountains. Georgia is also famous for its wine-production. So, the day will be closed with a traditional wine tasting in a local winery.

In Georgia, we will also explore a restaurant hanging 900 feet above the ground. After a 2 hour ride to the west of the capital we will reach “Diamond Bridge”, the structure presents a wonder of architecture and design, overlooking the 300 metres deep gorge covered with lush vegetation, steep slopes and running rivers at the very bottom of the gorge.

Today we will visit Kutaisi-the second largest city of Georgia. This peaceful, cut-from reality city is a real mixture of ancient and modern day architecture. Then we will visit Prometheus Cave – Georgia’s visit card, that will take us to a fairy world. Later, we will visit Sataplia Nature Reserve. We will return to Tbilisi’s rival and stay there for the night.

Today we will explore 11th century Bagrati Cathedral which is visible from all the parts of the city Kutaiski. Then we will have cooking masterclasses and a wine tasting in Argohouse Korena. Then we will visit , the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta – the main patriarchal cathedral of Georgian Church where a number of kings, nobles, heroes and saints are buried. Our Final list of the cathedrals will be the 6th century Jvari Monastery. The capital Tbilisi will be our final destination of the day and tour, in general.

Transfer to Tbilisi airport and departure.