
Explore Caucasus in the kilometers of vineyards and cool cellars, mountain peaks, ancient churches, monasteries and castles, hospitable people, mesmerizing dances, songs, and endless poetic toasts at traditional feasts. Take 16-day scheduled Caucasus tour that will introduce you to the three countries of the South Caucasus: Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia. A well-balanced itinerary encapsulates a great number of archaeological, historical and architectural monuments of ancient, medieval, and Soviet times as well as free time to explore capitals at ones convenience. Experience diverse nature and Caucasian cuisine that you cannot resist. You will keep memories of the Caucasus, the land between two seas, for a lifetime.
This tour also runs as an extension to Central Asia group tour with guaranteed departure dates.
Participants need to be in good health, be able to walk for 4-6 hours every day at moderate speed, climb stairs and hills, and be able to carry their own luggage for up to 1 km across borders.
Tour itinerary:
Driving distance: 30 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 10-11 hours
Driving distance: 150 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Driving distance: 50 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 10-11 hours
Driving distance: 340 km
Driving distance: 180 km
Driving distance: 60 km
Driving distance: 160 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Driving distance: 5 km
Driving distance: 210 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 9-10 hours
Driving distance: 250 km
Advantour offers an optional culinary masterclass on traditional Georgian food. The masterclass includes 3-4 dishes and snacks and takes 4-5 hours. It should be booked in advance. The price is US$60 per person.
We suggest the following activities and places to visit in Tbilisi:
- Georgian National Museum on Rustaveli Avenue – to visit the “Archaeological Treasury” exhibition;
- National Gallery on Rustaveli Avenue – to see the works of the famous Georgian artists Niko Pirosmani, David Kakabadze, and Lado Gudiashvili;
- Tbilisi flea market at Dry Bridge – where you can find antiquities (many of which are from the Soviet era), paintings by local artists, and handmade Georgian souvenirs;
- David Agmashenebeli Avenue – a recently-renovated pedestrian street full of historical buildings that have beautiful facades in the art nouveau, pseudo gothic, and classicist styles with a mix of typical Georgian ornamentation and balconies. All along the street there are plenty of cozy art cafés, galleries, shops, and wine bars;
- Dezertirebi Bazaar – which sells local, natural products including Georgian sweets (such as churchkhela); various types of dried fruits, nuts, and spices; and Georgian cheeses;
- Funicular railway to Mtatsminda Mountain – which offers a beautiful view of Tbilisi;
- Wander in Sololaki – a neighborhood full of art nouveau houses;
- For nature lovers, we offer a day hike to Birtvisi Canyon and Fortress. Contact us to find out more.
For those who are interested in culture, we suggest visiting the State Opera House of Georgia to enjoy a ballet or opera performance (opera.ge). You can find out what other cultural events are on in Tbilisi, and book tickets, at tkt.ge.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 9-10 hours
Driving distance: 370 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Driving distance: 50 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 9-10 hours
Driving distance: 240 km
Return to Yerevan, which you’ll have a free afternoon to explore. Here are some possible places to visit:
- Ararat Brandy Factory
- Matenadaran Manuscripts Museum;
- History Museum;
- Vernissage souvenir market.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Driving distance: 80 km
- All transfers (1-2 pax by sedan, 3-4 pax by Mercedes Vito or similar, 5-9 pax by Mercedes Sprinter passenger van, 10-16 pax by 30-seat bus);
- Accommodation based on double/twin room sharing in 4* hotels, breakfasts included;
- Sightseeing tour programme in each country with local, English-speaking guides;
- Entrance tickets to sights as per itinerary;
- Meals: 15 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners;
- Three wine tastings: Khareba (GE), Tsinandali (GE), Hin Areni (AM);
- Azerbaijan E-visa;
- Mineral water;
- English-speaking tour leader to accompany groups of 6 or more travellers.
- Tour leader for the whole duration of the tour (unless there are 6 or more travellers);
- Other meals;
- Hotel charges for additional services;
- Personal travel insurance;
- International flight tickets before and after the tour.
Accommodation:
Baku - 3 nights |
Park Inn, Holiday Inn, Shah Palace |
Sheki - 1 night |
Marxal, Sheki Palace |
Akhasheni - 2 nights |
Akhasheni Wine Resort |
Tbilisi - 4 nights |
River Side, New Tiflis |
Gudauri - 1 night |
Marco Polo |
Yerevan - 4 nights |
DoubleTree by Hilton Yerevan |