Gastronomic – Gourmet Tour to Armenia and Georgia

10 days/9 nights
Small Group (2-13)
Any Date
Average Age: 45-75
Half Board
Price:
1,995EUR

The Highlights of the Tour

Enjoy aromatic and exotic Caucasian dishes Taste the most famous Armenian wines Visit Echmiadzin Cathedral - the mother church of Armenian Apostolic Church and one of the oldest cathedrals in the world See the oldest winery in the world in Areni Taste unique kinds of Armenian cheese Learn the traditions and secrets of Georgian winemaking in Kakheti region Bake delicious national Georgian bread by your own hands
Food & Wine Tasting

ITINERARY

Introduction

Gastronomic Tour to Armenia and Georgia will undoubtedly come to taste to real gourmets. The feasts in these two bright countries are considered to be an integral part of the culture, and the dishes beckon with their variety and aroma of local herbs and spices. During our tour you will taste the most popular dishes, try to cook them yourself, taste famous Georgian and Armenian wines, go down to the wine cellars and look at the oldest winery in the world. Moreover, you will have excursions to the most famous and ancient sights. Become our guests, enjoy the palette of new tastes and take vivid memories with you!

Day 1 - Arrival - Yerevan City Tour

Day 2 - Echmiadzin - Van Ardi - Zvartnots - Yerevan

Day 3 - Khor Virap - Noravank - Areni - Yeghegnadzor

Khor Virap - Hin Areni
After breakfast you will head to the south of Armenia, roughly 40 km south of Yerevan stands KhorVirap Monastery, a historic site located amidst the Ararat Valley. The monastery was built on the place of royal prison of Armenian city of Artashat. Here in royal prison Grigor Lusavorich was sentenced to death by Kind Trdat for preaching Christianity in Armenia in the 3rd century. Nowhere else the Biblical Ararat has such a magnificent view. You will continue through a narrow canyon to the valley of red rocks and Noravank amidst them. This region of Armenia has been made famous for its unique grape sort “Areni” hence where “Areni” wines are derived from. One cannot pass through without a stop at a local winery for a tasting of some locally produced, exquisite wines. You will head to Areni 1 cave where an ancient leather shoe was found. In the evening you will head to Yeghegnadzor where you will meet Armen Khalatyan who was founded “Old Bridge” winery.
Overnight: Hotel in Yeghegnadzor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Drive: 140 km / 87 mi / 2 hrs

Day 4 - Selim Pass - Sevan - Dilijan

Day 5 - Haghartsin - Ijevan - Armenia-Georgia border - Tbilisi

Day 6 - Tbilisi City Tour

Day 7 - Jvari - Svetitskhoveli - Mukhrani - Tbilisi

Day 8 - Kakheti - Alaverdi - Nekresi - Khareba - Telavi

Day 9 - Telavi City Tour - Batonis Tsikhe - Sighnaghi - Tbilisi

Day 10 - Departure

Transfer to the airport, departure.

INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS

The tour price includes

  • Private airport transfers according to your flight information
  • Accommodation for 9 nights in 3* European class hotel (double rooms)
  • Breakfast, lunch
  • English speaking guide services (vaccinated guides)
  • Comfortable vehicle during the tour (vaccinated drivers)
  • All entrance fees
  • 3 bottles (0,5 litre) of water per day per person
  • Wine tasting

The tour price doesn't include

  • Flights (available upon request)
  • Medical insurance
  • Visa Fee
  • Additional night68 EUR
  • 3* Single supplement184 EUR
  • 4* upgrade p/p (dbl/twin room)131 EUR

GUARANTEED TOUR DATES

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Private tour

Any date

from Yerevan/Tbilisi
10
days
Individual

May 11, 2025

to Tbilisi/Yerevan

2,250 EUR

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May 2, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

May 11, 2025

to Tbilisi

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May 16, 2025

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days
Sunday

May 25, 2025

to Tbilisi

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Jun 6, 2025

from Yerevan
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days
Sunday

Jun 15, 2025

to Tbilisi

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Friday

Jun 20, 2025

from Yerevan
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days
Sunday

Jun 29, 2025

to Tbilisi

1,995 EUR

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Friday

Jul 4, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

Jul 13, 2025

to Tbilisi

1,995 EUR

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Friday

Aug 15, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

Aug 24, 2025

to Tbilisi

1,995 EUR

13

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Friday

Sep 5, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

Sep 14, 2025

to Tbilisi

1,995 EUR

13

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Friday

Sep 19, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

Sep 28, 2025

to Tbilisi

1,995 EUR

13

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Friday

Oct 3, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

Oct 12, 2025

to Tbilisi

1,995 EUR

13

Spaces left
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Private tour

Any date

from Yerevan/Tbilisi
10
days
Individual

May 11, 2025

to Tbilisi/Yerevan
Space left

2+

2,250 EUR

Friday

May 2, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

May 11, 2025

to Tbilisi
Space left

13

1,995 EUR

Friday

May 16, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

May 25, 2025

to Tbilisi
Space left

13

1,995 EUR

Friday

Jun 6, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

Jun 15, 2025

to Tbilisi
Space left

13

1,995 EUR

Friday

Jun 20, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

Jun 29, 2025

to Tbilisi
Space left

13

1,995 EUR

Friday

Jul 4, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

Jul 13, 2025

to Tbilisi
Space left

13

1,995 EUR

Friday

Aug 15, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

Aug 24, 2025

to Tbilisi
Space left

13

1,995 EUR

Friday

Sep 5, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

Sep 14, 2025

to Tbilisi
Space left

13

1,995 EUR

Friday

Sep 19, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

Sep 28, 2025

to Tbilisi
Space left

13

1,995 EUR

Friday

Oct 3, 2025

from Yerevan
10
days
Sunday

Oct 12, 2025

to Tbilisi
Space left

13

1,995 EUR

TRIP REVIEWS (8)

Lukas Schneider

Hi Ani, we made it home safely, thank you for your concern. I want to thank you and Arara for organizing our vacation. We had a great time.  Hannah especially enjoyed the local markets and I loved the visits to the local wineries. Very informative and enjoyable.

We will consider taking another tour from you in the future, perhaps to Central Asia?

21.08.2024
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Camille Dupont

The Gastronomic – Gourmet Tour to Armenia and Georgia offers a good introduction to the local food cultures. The variety of dishes, from Armenian BBQ to Georgian khachapuri, gives a nice sampling of the region’s culinary traditions. We also really enjoyed the local wines.

The tour was well-organized, with knowledgeable guides who shared interesting insights about not only the food but also both Georgia and Armenia. Overall, it’s a solid experience for anyone curious about the flavors of these two countries.

19.08.2024
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Alla

I recently participated in the Gastronomic – Gourmet Tour to Armenia and Georgia, and it exceeded my expectations in so many ways. This tour is a perfect blend of cultural immersion and culinary exploration, giving you a taste of both countries' rich histories through their vibrant food scenes. What could have been better is if we had a free day in each country for independent and leisurely exploration.

Thank you.

19.08.2024
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WHY BOOK WITH ARARA

OWN AGENCY IN ARMENIA AND GEORGIA

With agencies operating in Georgia, we are able to provide clients with the best price and quality services.

CENTRAL LOCATED HOTELS

We choose only the best hotels located in the city center close to the main sights.

GUIDES WITH 8+ YEAR EXPERIENCE

We work only with professional guides and guides who have experience in tourism for more than 8 years. All our guides are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

THE BEST PRICE IN THE MARKET FOR HIGH-QUALITY SERVICE

With Arara you book at first hand from a qualified local Armenian agency. Avoid surcharges applied by intermediaries and save money!

LICENSED AIR CONDITIONED TRANSPORT

We provide our tourists with comfortable air-conditioned transport. All our drivers are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

Travelers on the tour mostly from the USA, UK, Australia and Canada

We host over 3,000+ tourists per year. Our clients are mostly from the USA, UK, Australia and Canada. Average age of our travelers is from 45 to 80. Our groups consist of travelers from all genders. There are solo travelers in most of our groups.

TRIP ACCOMMODATION

Old Bridge B&B (Yeghegnadzor)

Graphica Hotel (Tbilisi)

Seventeen Rooms (Telavi)

Ani Central Inn Hotel (Yerevan)

B&B Guest House Armenia (Dilijan)

Brim (Tbilisi)

Holiday Inn (Telavi)

Ani Plaza (Yerevan)

Tufenkian Old Dilijan Complex (Dilijan)

PACKING CHECKLIST

Documents:

Passport, flight ticket (printed or electronic), insurance, visa (if required)

First aid kit:

bandaids / plasters, special medicine or drugs in permanent use, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, lip balm

Essentials:

Moneybelt, laptop/tablet/phone, chargers, camera with extra memory cards and batteries, outlet adapter

Credit cards and cash:

Credit cards can be used in all capital/big cities at hotels, restaurants, shopping malls, supermarkets, etc. EUR, USD and GBP can be exchanged into the local currency at exchange places and banks.

Dressing:

There are no restrictions regarding clothes; scarf or shawl is advisable for churches (obligatory in Georgia for women)

Spring / Autumn:

long pants/jeans, long sleeve blouses, light raincoat, jacket, comfortable waterproof shoes, umbrella

Summer:

T-shirts, shorts, long sleeve blouses for evening, sandals, umbrella, sun protection, sun glasses, sunhat

Winter:

Warm coat, warm wool sweater, long warm trousers, long boots (waterproof), scarf, gloves

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