Private journey of authentic Georgia and Armenia

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Private journey of authentic Georgia and Armenia

10 Days Starting in Tbilisi, Georgia and ending in Yerevan, Armenia

Visiting: Tbilisi, Mtskheta, Zeda Sazano, Shaori Reservoir, Ambrolauri, Lentekhi, Ushguli, Becho Police Station, Enguri Dam, Anaklia, Borjomi, Akhaltsikhe, Vardzia, Gyumri, Yerevan, Geghard, Garni, Sevan, Dilijan, Haghpat Monastery Complex

Tour operator:

Exotour

Tour code:

Group Type:

Private

Recommended For:

50 plus, Couples, Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 8

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

8-99

Special diets catered:

Meat, Vegetarians, Vegans

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

From:

$2620

$2489 (USD) The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$131

Tour Overview

Two countries - so similar and so different! From ancient times lived on the border between Europe and Asia, Georgia and Armenia preserved their faith and unique identities. Centuries-old friendship, richness of culture, numerous monuments and original cuisine awaits you during this private journey of Georgia and Armenia. The tour is private and usually run by guide as a driver.

Highlights

Vardzia cave town
Nikortsminda church
Ushguli village
Mtskheta
Anaklia
Borjomi
Gyumri
Garni Pagan Temple
Lake Sevan
Dilijan
Haghpat Monastery

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Places You'll See

Haghpat Monastery

Nikortsminda

Mestia

Garni

Jvari Church

Stone-Carving Workshop

Ushguli Village

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Tbilisi - Mtskheta - Sazano Village

Location: Tbilisi, Mtskheta, Zeda Sazano

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Sazano

Meals Included: Dinner

08:00 AM: Meeting with the guide and start the journey. We have to take a short drive to visit the town of Mtskheta, which was the capital of Georgia before establishment of Tbilisi. Mtskheta is approximately 2,500 years - old and included in the UNESCO Heritage List. Here you will see Jvari Church built in the end of VI century. From here the beautiful panorama of Mtskheta, which lies between the peaks and the confluence of two rivers opens before our eyes. We continue to our culinary Master-classes in another Province and will have Imeretian Khachapuri preparation with locals.

Day 2 : Racha Province

Location: Shaori Reservoir, Ambrolauri, Lentekhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Lentekhi, or Martvili

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start exploring Racha Province, drive via Picturesque Shaori Reservior to Ambrolauri, visit 10th Century Nikortsminda Cathedral and Barakoni Church - one of the important monuments of medieval Georgian architecture. Journey will be concluded in Korenishi Village with the lunch including unique wines made from grapes grown in the mountains – named: Usakhelauri (means: unnamed) at Veranda. Sleep in Lentekhi Town (in winter time, when the Pass over Zagari will be closed, we will use road Zugdidi-Mestia to get to Svaneti Province and sleep en-route in Martvili Village).

Day 3 : Ushguli Village

Location: Ushguli

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ushguli

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The next province we visit, was hidden from the world for centuries, because of its location. Svaneti region is surrounded with wild mountainous landscape, patriarchal villages and preserved traditions which re-date Christianity. The highest settlement is Ushguli, the village of Watchtowers. Walking tour in village, Taste local Kubdari – a meat filled Svanetian pastry, visit X century Lamaria church, which is famous with its amazing frescos. At the end of the day we’ll have family dinner, Svan people have a distinctive culinary culture, we will’ve opportunity during tonight’s dinner to discover their traditions and culinary features. Accommodation in the Guesthouse.

Day 4 : Svaneti Villages

Location: Becho Police Station

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Becho

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Continue toward village Becho, on the way we will have a few photo stops in village Kala and village Mulakhi. Via town Mestia we’ll arrive to village Becho, from where will start short trekking tour to Shguda waterfalls, which one of the tall waterfall of Georgia. We will have picnic break in the nature. On the road you can enjoy beautiful views to Ushba summit and beautiful river gorge. At the evening dinner with Barbecue at local family.

Day 5 : Black Sea Coast

Location: Enguri Dam, Anaklia

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Anaklia

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

From the cold mountain glaciers we will continue to warm Black Sea. En route visit the Enguri Dam, the largest in the Caucasus. We arrive in Anaklia - cozy resort of Samegrelo Province with Sandy Beaches and exceptional hospitality habits. We will have a chance to rest on the Sandy Beach, then our host will introduce Traditional Dairy Farming and rich culinary traditions the family. We will participate in Georgian Supra - a feast with traditional toastmaster “Tamada”.

Day 6 : Samtskhe Javakheti Province

Location: Borjomi, Akhaltsikhe

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Akhaltsikhe

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Drive to Samtskhe Javakheti province. Arrive in Borjomi and taste famous mineral water from the springs. We will enjoy 2 hours hiking in Borjomi Park along the river Borjomula and have a dinner at Nika Khachapuridze's wine cellar before check in to hotel.

Day 7 : Vardzia Cave-City - Gyumri

Location: Vardzia, Gyumri

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Gyumri

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

We drive to Vardzia Cave-City, en route photo stops at Rabati Castle and Khertvisi Fortress. Vardzia cave town, built in 12th Century - comprises hundreds of rooms carved into the rock, stretching for nearly one kilometer and reaching the height of 13 floors. Afterwards, we will move to another highlight of our journey - Armenia. After border formalities, change the guide and transportation. Start the Armenian part of the tour. Drive to Gyumri, the capital of the Shirak Province. Stroll down on the old and modern streets, get acquainted with Gyumri’s unique architecture. Visit the Erankyuni Studio for taking part in blacksmith masterclass. Master Gagik, who is one of the best blacksmiths in Gyumri, will help you to understand the secrets of working with iron. Check into a Guesthouse.

Day 8 : Aragatsotn Province - Yerevan

Location: Yerevan

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Yerevan

Meals Included: Breakfast

Drive to Ashtarak in the Aragatsotn Province and stopover for wine tasting at the Armenia Wine Factory, a modern winery built in the style of Armenian classical architecture, it is one of the favorite destinations for wine lovers. Visit the 7th century Karmravor Church, one of the Armenia's best intact example of a small domed church. We will visit unique "Gourmet Dourme" Chocolate Factory, where the visitors can get acquainted with history of chocolate, observe the making process, and try fine Armenian chocolate with various fillings. Drive to Yerevan.

Day 9 : Kotayk Province

Location: Geghard, Garni, Sevan, Dilijan

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Dilijan

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visit one of the most beautiful monasteries in Kotayk Province, the 13th century cave monastery of Geghard, included in the UNESCO Heritage List. Continue to the 1st century Garni Pagan Temple- built by the Armenian King Tiridates and was dedicated to Sun God Mithra. Take part in the masterclass of baking traditional flatbread lavash, lunch with chicken barbeque and continue to Lake Sevan. We will have authentic dinner at Casanova Inn in Dilijan.

Day 10 : Fioletovo Village - Haghpat Monastery - Alaverdi

Location: Haghpat Monastery Complex, Tbilisi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Drive to Fioletovo village, drink tea from the Samovar and try some delicious popular homemade puff pastry pirojki. Continue to Khachkar Studio, and take part in the workshop by doing your own stone-carving. Drive to Alaverdi, famous with its historical monuments and natural beauty. Visit the 10th century Haghpat Monastery, included in the UNESCO Heritage List. Tour will be concluded in Alaverdi and we’ll drive you to the desired location. Drop off location can be any place between Yerevan and Tbilisi.

What's Included

Accommodation

3 star hotels & guesthouses with private facilities.
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Entrance Fees
Fully Guided
Local Taxes
Meals – Half Board

What's Not Included

Optional Extras

Pre / post tour accommodation

Price per room per night including breakfast and taxes.

Check out our Q&As

Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes, we always select approved hotels with private facilities.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Detailed itinerary with hotel names and guide contact.
How long has the tour company been trading?

25+ years.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

All hotels and restaurants are operating according the international health and safety regulations.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

Yes, your seat is guaranteed.

What information is required before travel?

If your tour is including round trip airport transfers, then we need to have flight details prior arrival. If tour starts from your place of stay, then please share address of your accommodation.

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Apr 27, 2024 - May 06, 2024

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