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Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia Adventure
Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia Adventure
Head off the beaten track on a 20-day adventure through the Caucuses region, where historical Old Towns and monasteries sit alongside towering skyscrapers. With a local leader by your side, you’ll journey from the Black Sea to huge, shimmering lakes, stopping at wineries, small villages, jazzy capitals and the serene countryside. Enjoy a hearty home-cooked lunch with a local Kakheti family and hike to the iconic Gergeti Trinity Church. Seek bezoars with an expert ranger and stay overnight in a lake cottage supporting inclusiveness. This trip shows you all the local bits (and all the highlights) of this gorgeous mountainous area.
Activities
- Baku – Leader-led night city walk
- Qobustan – Petroglyphs
- Baku – Old City Walking Tour
- Lahij – Yoghurt Making Demonstration
- Lahij – Copper workshop visit
- Shamakhi – Juma Mosque
- Nij – Udin village and museum visit
- Kish – Albanian Church
- Kish – Village Visit
- Sheki – Shebeke workshop visit
- Sheki – Khan’s Palace
- Sheki – Bazaar Visit
- Kakheti – Lunch with a Local Family
- Kakheti- Gremi Complex
- Kakheti – Tsinandali Estate Visit
- Kakheti – Telavi Fresh Produce Market
- Telavi – Alaverdi Cathedral
- Stepantsminda – Gergeti Trinity Church Hike
- Tbilisi – Orientation Walk
- Tbilisi – Dry Bridge
- Kutaisi – Leader-led city walking tour
- Kutaisi – Aerial Tramway
- Tskhaltubo – Soviet sanatoriums visit
- Kutaisi – Winery visit & tasting
- Borjomi – Leader-led walking tour
- Vardzia – Cave Town Visit
- Gyumri – Inclusive bakery visit
- Gyumri – City Tour with Local Guide
- Yerevan – Leader-led Orientation Walk
- Yerevan – City Tour with Local Guide
- Yerevan – Dolma cooking demonstration & dinner
- Yerevan – Khor Virap Monastery
- Areni Village – Winery visit & home-cooked lunch
- Lake Sevan – Noravank Monastery
- Arpa – Hiking with local ranger
- Lake Sevan – Orbelian Caravanserai
- Lake Sevan – Sevanavank Monastery
Highlights
- Visit the first café in Armenia to focus on the employment of people living with disabilities, stay by Lake Sevan with a local NGO committed to inclusivity and attend a cooking workshop founded by local women who aim to preserve Armenian culture.
- Enjoy the best local hospitality and get to know the people – head to a Kakheti home for a home-cooked lunch, soak up the scenery (and the drops) in Georgia and Armenia during winery visits and do it all with a local leader by your side.
- Hike through The Caucasus Mountains to the 14th-century Gergeti Trinity Church, which sits in isolation at 2170 m above sea level. Then, visit Khor Virap Monastery and Sevanavank Monastery for a view just as impressive as the history.
- Join rangers in search of bezoar goats with the country’s first community-managed protected area – the locals here aim to preserve the environment and educate the community about the local flora and fauna.
- Veer off the tourist track and explore the lesser visited Georgia – see the Soviet ghost town of Tskhaltubo to wander the abandoned sanatoriums, explore Vardzia’s Cave Town to learn about 12th-century history and walk to Borjomi’s natural mineral springs.
Booking Dates
04/14/2025 through 10/07/2027
Travel Dates
04/14/2025 through 10/11/2027
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Capital of the country of fires and winds, old and always young, Baku's architecture is unique and rich like its history. The masterpieces of the western and eastern architecture have found their way here. If the historic part of the city "old city" is a picturesque eastern island, then the center is a play of lively imagination of western architecture. The majesty and dimension of the Boulevard will amaze you, which is the perfect place for relaxing walks and meeting friends. |
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Capital of the country of fires and winds, old and always young, Baku's architecture is unique and rich like its history. The masterpieces of the western and eastern architecture have found their way here. If the historic part of the city "old city" is a picturesque eastern island, then the center is a play of lively imagination of western architecture. The majesty and dimension of the Boulevard will amaze you, which is the perfect place for relaxing walks and meeting friends. |
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Tbilisi, the captivating capital of Georgia, is a city where ancient history meets vibrant modernity. Nestled on the banks of the Kura River and flanked by dramatic hills, Tbilisi offers an eclectic blend of architectural styles, from its medieval churches to its modern structures. Wander through the old town, or Altstadt, and marvel at the intricate facades of historic churches like the Sioni Cathedral and the Anchiskhati Basilica. For a panoramic view of the city, take a ride on the Tbilisi Funicular, which leads to the Narikala Fortress, a site that has stood since the 4th century. The city’s diverse culinary scene is a testament to its rich cultural tapestry. Explore Rustaveli Avenue, the bustling heart of Tbilisi, where you can find a range of dining options from traditional Georgian cuisine to contemporary eateries. Don’t miss tasting traditional dishes like khachapuri (cheese-filled bread) and khinkali (dumplings). For a true taste of Georgian hospitality, visit the Dezerter Bazaar, a vibrant market where locals shop for fresh produce, spices, and artisanal products. Tbilisi’s charm extends beyond its architecture and food. The city’s Sulfur Baths in the Abanotubani district are a must-visit for relaxation and a glimpse into local tradition. These historic baths, built over natural sulfur springs, offer a unique experience with their stunning, domed architecture and therapeutic waters. Fun Fact: Tbilisi is known for its Tbilisoba Festival, an annual celebration that showcases the city’s cultural heritage with music, dance, and traditional foods. Held in October, the festival turns the streets of Tbilisi into a lively carnival, offering visitors a deep dive into Georgian culture and traditions. |
| Day 10 |
Tbilisi, the captivating capital of Georgia, is a city where ancient history meets vibrant modernity. Nestled on the banks of the Kura River and flanked by dramatic hills, Tbilisi offers an eclectic blend of architectural styles, from its medieval churches to its modern structures. Wander through the old town, or Altstadt, and marvel at the intricate facades of historic churches like the Sioni Cathedral and the Anchiskhati Basilica. For a panoramic view of the city, take a ride on the Tbilisi Funicular, which leads to the Narikala Fortress, a site that has stood since the 4th century. The city’s diverse culinary scene is a testament to its rich cultural tapestry. Explore Rustaveli Avenue, the bustling heart of Tbilisi, where you can find a range of dining options from traditional Georgian cuisine to contemporary eateries. Don’t miss tasting traditional dishes like khachapuri (cheese-filled bread) and khinkali (dumplings). For a true taste of Georgian hospitality, visit the Dezerter Bazaar, a vibrant market where locals shop for fresh produce, spices, and artisanal products. Tbilisi’s charm extends beyond its architecture and food. The city’s Sulfur Baths in the Abanotubani district are a must-visit for relaxation and a glimpse into local tradition. These historic baths, built over natural sulfur springs, offer a unique experience with their stunning, domed architecture and therapeutic waters. Fun Fact: Tbilisi is known for its Tbilisoba Festival, an annual celebration that showcases the city’s cultural heritage with music, dance, and traditional foods. Held in October, the festival turns the streets of Tbilisi into a lively carnival, offering visitors a deep dive into Georgian culture and traditions. |
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Georgia's second largest city, it is located between the Caspian and Black seas. Dating back to at least the
sixth century, it has outstanding museums. |
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Yerevan, also called Erivan or Erevan, is the capital and largest city of Armenia, and is located on the Hrazdan River, near Turkey. Armenian cultural interests include: Yerevan State University; the Armenian Academy of Sciences; a historical museum; an opera house; a music conservatory; The Matenadaran archives, which contain a collection of
valuable ancient Armenian manuscripts; several large public libraries; many of museums and theaters; and botanical and zoological gardens. Yerevan is also the site of the ruins of a Roman fortress, of a 16th-century Turkish fort, and of an 18th-century mosque. Archaeologists have uncovered the remains of an Urartu fortress and a city built on the site of Yerevan. Population (1990 estimate) 1,202,000. |
| Day 16 |
Yerevan, also called Erivan or Erevan, is the capital and largest city of Armenia, and is located on the Hrazdan River, near Turkey. Armenian cultural interests include: Yerevan State University; the Armenian Academy of Sciences; a historical museum; an opera house; a music conservatory; The Matenadaran archives, which contain a collection of
valuable ancient Armenian manuscripts; several large public libraries; many of museums and theaters; and botanical and zoological gardens. Yerevan is also the site of the ruins of a Roman fortress, of a 16th-century Turkish fort, and of an 18th-century mosque. Archaeologists have uncovered the remains of an Urartu fortress and a city built on the site of Yerevan. Population (1990 estimate) 1,202,000. |
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Yerevan, also called Erivan or Erevan, is the capital and largest city of Armenia, and is located on the Hrazdan River, near Turkey. Armenian cultural interests include: Yerevan State University; the Armenian Academy of Sciences; a historical museum; an opera house; a music conservatory; The Matenadaran archives, which contain a collection of
valuable ancient Armenian manuscripts; several large public libraries; many of museums and theaters; and botanical and zoological gardens. Yerevan is also the site of the ruins of a Roman fortress, of a 16th-century Turkish fort, and of an 18th-century mosque. Archaeologists have uncovered the remains of an Urartu fortress and a city built on the site of Yerevan. Population (1990 estimate) 1,202,000. |
| Day 20 |
Yerevan, also called Erivan or Erevan, is the capital and largest city of Armenia, and is located on the Hrazdan River, near Turkey. Armenian cultural interests include: Yerevan State University; the Armenian Academy of Sciences; a historical museum; an opera house; a music conservatory; The Matenadaran archives, which contain a collection of
valuable ancient Armenian manuscripts; several large public libraries; many of museums and theaters; and botanical and zoological gardens. Yerevan is also the site of the ruins of a Roman fortress, of a 16th-century Turkish fort, and of an 18th-century mosque. Archaeologists have uncovered the remains of an Urartu fortress and a city built on the site of Yerevan. Population (1990 estimate) 1,202,000. |
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