Highlights Of Armenia And Georgia
Highlights Of Armenia And Georgia
Highlights Of Armenia And Georgia
9 Days Starting in Yerevan, Armenia and ending in Tbilisi
Visiting: Yerevan, Vagharshapat, Garni, Geghard Monastery, Khor Virab, Noravank Monastery, Areni Wine Factory, Sevanavank, Tufenkian Old Dilijan Complex, Tbilisi, Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi, Mtskheta, Zhinvali, Ananuri Fortress Complex, Gudauri, Bodbe's St. Nino's Convent, Sighnaghi, Shota Rustaveli Avenue
Tour operator:
Tour code:
HOAG
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 13
Physical rating:
Easy
Age range:
15-99
Special diets catered:
Meat, Vegetarians, Vegans
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
This tour will help us to explore Georgian and Armenian cultures by giving us a great chance to drive through the Great Silk Road and Military Highway, visit ancient monasteries, winery caves, cathedrals with terrific views over the mountains, get acquainted with hospitality of people, tasty cuisine, traditions, songs and dances.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Yerevan-Ejmiatsin
Location: Yerevan, Vagharshapat
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Yerevan
Meals Included: Breakfast
Pick-up from the airport. Visit the statue of Mother Armenia – the symbol of strength and patriotism, then the Cascade Complex, consisting of 572 steps and halls of art exhibitions, statues.Then we will visit Matenadaran-one of three the largest depositories of manuscripts in the world. We will direct our steps towards Republic Square. Then we will visit the first Christian church in the world – Ejmiatsin Cathedral built in 301 AD. The cathedral also has a museum-depository of holy relics and antiquity.
Day 2 : Visit Garni And Geghard
Location: Garni, Geghard Monastery
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Yerevan
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will visit pagan symbol of Armenia, Garni Temple dedicated to the god of sun, and Geghard Monastery partially carved out of the surrounding rocks. The day will come to an end with a visit to the Vernissage open-air market, where Armenian handmade souvenirs, jewelries, and anything related to the culture are exhibited and sold.
Day 3 : Khor Virap, Noravank Monasteries And Areni Winery
Location: Khor Virab, Noravank Monastery, Areni Wine Factory
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Yerevan
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will visit Khor Virap Monastery where the adoption of Christianity as state religion has set its roots. We continue to another terrific 13th century Noravank Monastery with gorgeous red rocked surroundings. On the way back to Yerevan, we will get a chance to taste local Armenian wines, visiting Areni Winery, the wine in this region is mainly made from endemic Areni grapes. Then back to Yerevan.
Day 4 : Explore Yerevan On Your Own
Location: Yerevan
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Yerevan
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you will have a day free to explore Yerevan, founded in 782 BC, on our own. Take your time and enjoy its museums, parks, weather permitting outdoor cafes and restaurants. Can freely ask your travel agent if there is an opera or ballet performance to visit, or wherever you are interested in or spend the evening in one of the excellent Jazz clubs (for your information, Jazz was forbidden in the Soviet times).
Day 5 : Visit Sevan, Armenian Switzerland And Tbilisi
Location: Sevanavank, Tufenkian Old Dilijan Complex, Tbilisi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tbilisi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will go to lake Sevan, the blue queen in between the crossroads and mountain ranges. We will visit the 9th century Sevanavank Monastery right on the hilltop of Sevan Peninsula. Later on, we will visit Dilijan, also known as "little Switzerland" for its lush hilly forests and nature. We will have a stop in Old Dilijan Complex, have a look at the town’s architecture and visit artisans shops. Later on we will drive Bagratashen to pass the border to Georgia.
Day 6 : Tour In Tbilisi
Location: Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi, Mtskheta
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tbilisi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will explore Georgia, admiring culture and ancient historical heritage.We will have a walk in Old Tbilisi, the main tourist attraction of the capital, famous for its bathhouses with their natural hot springs, snaking lanes, cobbled narrow streets, traditional old houses and modern cafes. We will also visit a three-floor underground construction, called Holy Trinity Church of Tbilisi. Then we will visit Georgia’s spiritual centre, Mtskheta, where we will see Jvari Monastery on the hilltop. Later on we will visit Svetitskhoveli cathedral.
Day 7 : Ananuri Castle, Gudauri, Military Highway
Location: Zhinvali, Ananuri Fortress Complex, Gudauri
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tbilisi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will visit Zhinvali Reservoir, surrounded by a fortress and a 12th century monastery, half of which is submerged into the water. The lake is also famous for its Ananuri Castle which is right next to the reservoir. We will continue to Gudauri – a famous ski resort of Georgia. On the road we will stop at Gudauri Viewpoint “Georgian-Russian Friendship” monument, overlooking the Devil’s Valley. The drive continues on the Georgian Military Highway. Later on we will visit the 14th century Holy trinity Church of Gergeti.
Day 8 : Explore Sighnaghi-City Of Love And Wine Tasting
Location: Bodbe's St. Nino's Convent, Sighnaghi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tbilisi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will taste and explore Georgian bready cheeses in its cuisine. After a satisfying meeting with the Georgian cuisine, we will direct ourselves to the 11th century Bobde Monastery, with its structures and surroundings. Then we will visit the city of love – red roofed city Sighnaghi. With its interesting round-blocked red-roofed architecture the city of love is famous for its dome where you can marry at any time. We will have a wine tasting and lunch in Sighnaghi. Evening back to Tbilisi.
Day 9 : Departure Day
Location: Shota Rustaveli Avenue
Meals Included: Breakfast
At your flight time transfer to airport, departure.
What's Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Airport pick up / drop off
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Fully Guided
English speaking mountain guide
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Meals
Half board,
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Transport
Air conditioned vehicles
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Entrance fees
Museum guide fees
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Wine tasting
Wine tasting in Areny winery
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Accommodation
8 nights stay at hotels (double rooms)
What's Not Included
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Additional Services
Room service fees
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Insurance
Visa Fee
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International Travel
Airfare
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Optional
Any private expenses
Mode of Transport
Depending on group size from 8 seater minivan to 20 seater minibus
Accommodation
3 * touristic clean hotels with en-suite bathroom
Check out our Q&As
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, this tour includes entrance to State Reserve and Garni Pagan Temple, both entrance fees are included.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
EU member countries' US, UK, Australia, Southern Korea, vise exempt,
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What is the tipping policy?
Tipping is
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How long has the tour company been trading?
1 year
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
You need to have vaccination certificate to show on the border when entering countries (Armenia, Georgia)
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
We are a responsible travel organizer, you are not directly contributing to charity, but using services of local family run hotels, restaurants, farms, which helps them to grow their business and develop their home towns.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You are free to change your tour date up to prior to 10 days before your tour start.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, if there are singles in group keen to share room to avoid extra expenses, we declare in group. In case of positive feedback a twin bedded room is booked for two single travelers.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Tour program, Tour voucher.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Travelers mainly from Australia, USA, UK, EU member countries, Gulf countries, South Africa
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, we operate multi country tours (Armenia, Georgia). It is possible to take only one country trip.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
No credentials
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