THE BEST OF THE CAUCASUS

CULTURE

Visit three countries of Caucasus, blend of history and cultures

Azerbaijan → Georgia → Armenia → Georgia

CULTURE

Azerbaijan → Georgia → Armenia → Georgia

THE BEST OF THE CAUCASUS

Visit three countries of Caucasus, blend of history and cultures

This comprehensive program offers the opportunity to explore impressive puzzle of cultural and natural heritage. Guests travel from country to country following the ancient roads, once used by Silk Road travellers and caravans on their way to Europe. Picturesque villages and towns, contrasting landscapes of valleys and mountains, openhearted local folks make the journey full of lifelong impressions.

Baku, Azerbaijan

Old Baku, Azerbaijan

Ateshgash Azerbaijan

Yanardag, Azerbaijan

Gobustan, Baku, Azerbaijan

Sighnaghi, Georgia

Maidan, Tbilisi, Georgia

Abanotubani, Tbilisi, Georgia

Ananuri, Georgia

Kazbegi, Georgia

Seven Lake, Armenia

Noradus, Armenia

Yerevan, Armenia

View on Ararat from Armenia

Garni, Armenia

Gymri, Armenia

Vardzia, Georgia

Khertvisi Fortress, Georgia

Rabat, Akhaltsikhe, Georgia

Kutaisi, Georgia

Mestia, Svaneti, Georgia

Lamaria Church, Ushguli, Svaneti, Georgia

Batumi, Georgia

Batumi Piazza, Georgia

Day 1:
Arrival in Baku; met and assisted at the airport; transfer to hotel.
Day 2:
Visit Baku & Absheron Peninsula; explore old town of Baku, called Ichari Shahar. In the afternoon drive to Absheron Peninsula; visit Ateshgah – fire worshippers’ temple and Burning Mountain - Yanar Dagh.
Day 3:
From Baku to Sheki; en route to Sheki visit historical and religious sites of Shemakha. In the evening enjoy Sheki sightseeing tour.
Day 4:
From Sheki to Tbilisi; after crossing Georgia border explore Kakheti – the land of wine; have a walk in Sighnaghi Royal Town and enjoy impressive views of Alazani Valley.
Day 5:
Tbilisi sightseeing tour; explore the old town; visit centuries old churches; architectural and historical sites as well as museums.
Day 6:
From Tbilisi to Stepantsminda; en rout visit Mtskheta – the ancient capital of Georgia and explore Ananuri Architectural Complex overlooking blue waters of Jinvali Dum.
Day 7:
Stepantsminda – Tbilisi; spend morning in highlands of Stepantsminda; visit Gergeti Trinity church beautifully located on Gergeti Hill, in the shadow of mount Kazbek.
Day 8:
From Tbilisi drive to Yerevan; visit Sanahin and Haghpat monasteries as well as Sevan Monastery and Noradus – Field of Khachkars.
Day 9:
Yerevan sightseeing tour; Explore Yerevan, its market squares, parks, museums and galleries.
Day 10:
Yerevan - Echmiadzin – Zvartnots -Yerevan; visit Echmiadzin spiritual center of the Armenians and the seat of the Catholicos of all Armenians. In afternoon visit archaeological site of Zvartnots.
Day 11:
Garni & Geghard; visit Garni Pagan Temple and Geghard Monastery, carved in a rocky hill.
Day 12:
Day trip to Khorvirap and Noravank; enjoy impressive views across the vast plain to Turkey and Mount Ararat.
Day 13:
From Yerevan drive to small town Gyumri; visit Erebuni fortress, also called “Arim Berd” - “Fortress of Blood” in translation.
Day 14:
From Gyumri drive to Georgian Border; visit Varzia Cave Town, transformed in well defended Monastery complex. In the evening explore “Rabati” – Historical Center and Museum of Akhaltsikhe.
Day 15:
From Akhaltsikhe drive to Kutaisi - the capital of legendary Colchis; have a walk in Old town and visit its UNESCO sites.
Day 16:
From Kutaisi to Mestia; en route visit Prometheus Speleological caves and enjoy boat tour in Martvili Canyon.
Day 17:
Spend a day in Mestia; walk in Seti district; visit “Machubi” dwelling tower and local Ethnographical Museum.
Day 18:
Mestia - Ushguli – Mestia; explore Ushguli, medieval fortified village, representing unique junction of watchtowers, dwelling complexes and basilicas.
Day 19:
Drive to Batumi; enjoy subtropical landscapes of the Black Sea coastline. Evening walking tour.
Day 20:
Sightseeing tour of Batumi; walk in Batumi historical quarter, in old port and Sea Side boulevard; visit Gonio Fortress and Archaeological Museum.
Day 21:
Departure; transfer to the airport.

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TOUR TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Total Touring Distance ≈ 3080 km	Total driving time ≈ 43 hours
Longest driving distance per day ≈ 390 km	Longest driving time per day ≈ 7 hours
O/Ns by locations: 2+1+2+1+1+5+1+1+1+3+2 = 20	Walking total ≈ 13 hours
Adopted conditions for disabled person*	no partly fully

* Caucasus Travel takes special care of disabled persons, doing the best to adopt and improve conditions for disabled persons, when/where it is possible

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