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Armenia and Georgia Discovery Tour 9 Days / 8 Nights
- TOURS Armenia and Georgia Discovery Tour 9 Days / 8 Nights Armenia and Georgia Discovery Tour 9 Days / 8 Nights |
Order online. Delivery | TOURS Armenia and Georgia Discovery Tour 9 Days / 8 Nights A journey through ancient civilizations, breathtaking landscapes, sacred monasteries, vibrant capitals, and rich culinary traditions of the Caucasus. ________________________________________ Day 1 – Arrival in Yerevan | City Tour Arrival at Zvartnots International Airport. Meeting with our representative and private transfer to the hotel. Check-in. After some rest, enjoy a guided Yerevan City Tour, discovering the charm of one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited capitals: • Republic Square – The architectural heart of Yerevan, surrounded by elegant pink tuff stone buildings and famous for its evening musical fountains. • Abovyan Street – One of Yerevan’s oldest streets, blending historical heritage with modern city life. • Northern Avenue – A lively pedestrian boulevard filled with cafés, boutiques, and city vibes. • Opera House – A cultural landmark and a masterpiece of Armenian architecture. • Cascade Complex – A monumental stairway adorned with modern art, offering panoramic views over Yerevan and Mount Ararat. 20:00 – Welcome Dinner Dinner at a local restaurant accompanied by Armenian traditional music, introducing national cuisine and cultural traditions. ________________________________________ Day 2 – Garni & Geghard | Nature and Heritage Breakfast at the hotel. • Garni Temple – Visit the only preserved Greco-Roman pagan temple in the Caucasus, dedicated to the Sun God Mihr and dramatically located above the Azat River Gorge. • Geghard Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site) – A unique medieval monastery complex partly carved into the rock, renowned for its sacred springs and remarkable acoustics. • Symphony of Stones – A natural monument of basalt columns formed by ancient volcanic lava, resembling a giant stone organ. Lunch in Garni Village – Traditional Armenian lunch in a local setting. Return to Yerevan. • Vernissage Market – An open-air market offering Armenian handicrafts, carpets, jewelry, paintings, and souvenirs. • GUM Market – A colorful food market where you can taste dried fruits, nuts, spices, sweets, and local delicacies. 19:00 – Dinner at a restaurant in Yerevan ________________________________________ Day 3 – Monasteries & Armenia’s Wine Region Breakfast at the hotel. • Khor Virap Monastery – One of Armenia’s most sacred pilgrimage sites, offering the closest and most breathtaking view of Mount Ararat. Strongly connected to Armenia’s adoption of Christianity. • Noravank Monastery – A stunning 13th-century monastery set in a dramatic red-rock canyon, famous for its unique architecture and scenic surroundings. • Areni Village – Armenia’s Wine Region Visit Areni Cave 1, the world’s oldest known winery (over 6,000 years old). Lunch at a Local Home Enjoy a traditional homemade lunch with local wine and homemade vodka (oghi) tasting. Return to Yerevan. 20:00 – Dinner at a restaurant in Yerevan ________________________________________ Day 4 – Lake Sevan & Dilijan Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. • Lake Sevan – Known as the “Pearl of Armenia,” one of the largest high-altitude freshwater lakes in the world. • Sevanavank Monastery – A historic monastery complex located on a peninsula, offering spectacular views over Lake Sevan. Lunch in Sevan Drive to Dilijan, often called “Armenian Switzerland” for its lush forests and fresh mountain air. • Visit Haghartsin Monastery, a hidden medieval gem surrounded by forested mountains. Overnight in Dilijan 20:00 – Dinner at a restaurant in the hotel ________________________________________ Day 5 – Northern Armenia & Crossing to Georgia Breakfast at the hotel. • Haghpat Monastery (UNESCO) – A masterpiece of medieval Armenian architecture, spiritual and cultural center of the region. • Sanahin Monastery (UNESCO) – An important educational and religious complex with impressive stone carvings and ancient khachkars. Drive toward the Armenia–Georgia border. Cross the border and continue to Tbilisi. Hotel check-in in Tbilisi. Welcome Dinner in Tbilisi ________________________________________ Day 6 – Tbilisi City Tour Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the highlights of Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia: • Statue of Vakhtang Gorgasali – Founder of Tbilisi, offering panoramic views over the Old City. • Metekhi Church – Historic church perched on a cliff above the Mtkvari River. • Narikala Fortress – Reach by cable car (weather permitting) and enjoy stunning views over the city. • Sulfur Baths District – A symbol of Tbilisi’s ancient history. • Old Town Walking Tour – Explore narrow streets, wine bars, cafés, Sioni Cathedral, Rezo Gabriadze Clock Tower, and the modern Bridge of Peace. Evening: Free time Overnight in Tbilisi. ________________________________________ Day 7 – Mtskheta – Ananuri – Kazbegi – Gudauri Breakfast at the hotel. • Mtskheta (UNESCO World Heritage Site) – Ancient capital of Georgia. o Jvari Monastery – A 6th-century architectural masterpiece overlooking the confluence of two rivers. o Svetitskhoveli Cathedral – Georgia’s most sacred cathedral, believed to house the robe of Christ. • Ananuri Fortress Complex – A 17th-century fortress overlooking the scenic Zhinvali Reservoir. Continue along the Georgian Military Highway, passing breathtaking mountain landscapes. • Cross Pass (2,394 m) – The highest point of the route. • Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) – Take a 4WD vehicle to Gergeti Trinity Church (2,170 m), offering spectacular views of Mount Kazbek and the Caucasus Mountains. Overnight in Gudauri ________________________________________ Day 8 – Gori – Uplistsikhe – Tbilisi Breakfast at the hotel. • Gori – Visit the Stalin Museum, dedicated to the life of Joseph Stalin, including his childhood home and personal railway carriage. • Uplistsikhe Cave Town – An ancient rock-cut city dating back to the Hellenistic period, featuring pagan temples, Christian structures, and fascinating cave architecture. Return to Tbilisi. Overnight in Tbilisi Evening at leisure. ________________________________________ Day 9 – Departure Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for departure. ________________________________________ ✨ The program can be customized according to your wishes. - TOURS Armenia and Georgia Discovery Tour 9 Days / 8 Nights Armenia and Georgia Discovery Tour 9 Days / 8 Nights |
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