Top Wonders of Georgia and Armenia in 14 days

Transfer from the airport to the hotel.

Your tour will start with an exploration of Telavi– the center of the Kakheti region. The tour will continue to Tsinandali estate, which is the patrimony of the famous Georgian dynasty, Chavchavadze. The estate is known for its amazing labyrinth planted with exotic trees in it and cellars, where the unique collection of Georgian and European wine is preserved. The day will end with a tour around the well-known winery Khareba and have a chance to taste local wines, as well as have a master-class on baking shoti bread.

Tbilisi is probably one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the South Caucasus. Its vibrant, lively atmosphere and the interweaving of modernity with antiquity will not leave anyone indifferent. The day will be devoted to sightseeing in the city. First, you will explore an open-air Ethnographic Museum where traditional buildings from all Georgian regions are displayed. Then you will explore the center and the old town. Meidani Square, the Assumption Church, Narikala Fortress, the sulfur baths, Mtatsminda Mount and other attractions will be included in the program.

In the morning, you will head to Ananuri Fortress, located in an amazing place on the shore of the Zhinvali reservoir and surrounded by green velvet hills. The fortress was founded in 1720 with a defensive purpose. The tour will proceed to Gudauri resort. The town is considered one of the most popular ski destinations in Georgia. Although its tourist season starts in winter, Gudauri is no less attractive in summer and autumn: green mountains, sunlit meadows strewn with fragrant flowers, fields with peacefully grazing cows, silence and absolute idyll! In Stepantsminda settlement you will go up the hill to visit Gergeti Church. From the top of the hill opens an amazing view which cannot be expressed in words.

The cave city Vardzia, without a doubt is in the lists of the most interesting sights of Georgia. It used to be a real city carved in a monolithic rock high in the mountains. Here you will have a chance to go through narrow tunnels, visit the rock church and watch unique frescoes, you will also learn an interesting legend connected to the sight. Your tour will proceed to the largest lake of Georgia - Paravani. After admiring the natural beauties, you will visit the monastery of St. Nino which is famous for its small dairy managed by local nuns. Here you will find various unique kinds of cheeses that cannot be found anywhere else in Georgia. Your overnight will be arranged in Akhaltsikhe.

This day you will start your tour from the most famous sight of Akhaltsikhe town - Rabat Fortress. This recently renovated fortress can be seen from almost any corner of this small and cozy town. Over its centuries-old history, the citadel had undergone many troubles, including devastation, desolation, the rebuilding of churches. Till our days not all constructions have survived. After the renovation project, the fortress turned into an impressive and very popular tourist attraction. The territory of the fortress occupies no less than about 7 hectares. Your tour will proceed to Borjomi resort where you can taste its world-famous mineral waters just from the spring in the Mineral Water Park. The last destination is Kutaisi town.

Your tour will start with an exploration of Kutaisi. It is considered the historical capital of Georgia. The city is beautifully divided into two parts by the Rioni River, the parts are connected by several bridges, among which the White Bridge stands out. The main attraction of Kutaisi, we would call the Bagrat Temple, which is one of the largest churches in all of Georgia. Bagrati Cathedral is a UNESCO object. In Sataplia National Reserve, you will explore the cave known for its dinosaurs Traces. The last excursion will be at Motsameta Monastery, located on the hill under the River Tskhaltsitela - Red River. Drive to Tbilisi.

In the morning, you will head to the Georgian-Armenian border, meet your Armenian representatives, and start your tour to Armenia.Trip to Haghpat and Sanahin Monasteries, which are listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. We continue our trip further to Tavush Province. Here we have a stop at the cozy resort town of Dilijan, known for its arts and crafts as well as picturesque lush nature and healing air.

Gegharkunik Province is best known for its amazing Lake Sevan; on this day you will head to Sevan Lake. It is one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world, located at an altitude of 1900 meters above sea level. After visiting Hayravank monastery, you will have a Trip along the part of the Great Silk Road towards the Selim Pass. Stop at the 14th-century Selim Caravansary – one of the most well-preserved hostels along the ancient Great Silk Road. The next stop is the resort town of Jermuk, famous for its hot mineral springs and scenic landscape. Walk through the Arpa River Canyon to admire the Jermuk Waterfall.

On this day, you will head to Syunik province and have the first stop at Karahunj, a 7,500-year-old observatory, known as the “Armenian Stonehenge”. Trip to the pearl of Armenian Medieval architecture, the Monastery, and the University of Tatev. The monastery can be reached by the longest cable car in the world, which stretches over the 320-meter-deep Vorotan River Canyon. Head to Goris for a free evening and overnight.

In the morning you will check out from the hotel and head to Yerevan. En route, you will visit a wine factory to taste local wine made of the unique grape variety “Areni”. The tour will continue through a narrow canyon to the valley of red rocks where Noravank Monastery is located. Trip to the south of Armenia to Khor Virap Monastery, located at the foot of Biblical Mount Ararat. In the evening you will be in Yerevan and explore the vibrant capital of Armenia.

First stop at the Food Market of Yerevan, where you will have an opportunity to wander through the aisles of locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables. Further visit the Genocide Memorial – a solemn reminder of the first genocide of the 20th century. Trip to Echmiadzin town, the religious center of all Armenians around the world. Visit Echmiadzin Cathedral. On the way back, you will stop at the ruins of Zvartnots temple (7th century UNESCO World Heritage Site), which was a miracle of its time.

Trip to the scenic canyon of the Azat River to Geghard Cave Monastery, listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Tour to the Hellenistic Garni temple built in 77 AD, dedicated to the Armenian God of the Sun Mitra. You will also visit the Symphony of Stones in Garni Gorge to see the unique rock formations that look like a giant stone organ. Upon your return in Yerevan, visit the Museum of Armenian History where you will have a fascinating journey through the rich history of Armenia.

Transfer to the airport, departure.