Day 1 – Arrive Baku
Arrival in Baku. Greeting guests at the airport, transfer and accommodation at the hotel. Leisure time and overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Baku
Highland Park and Old City & Heydar Aliyev Center Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Visiting the Highland Park and Old City. The history of the capital of Azerbaijan, Baku, goes back to the antiquity, although the precise date of its origin is still unknown. The territory of the Absheron Peninsula, where the city is located on, has a favorable geographical position: a calm bay, a warm dry climate, fertile soil and natural resources.The Highland Park is located on a hill in the Western part of the city. This is the best spot to overview the city itself, along with the Baku Bay and the Seaside Boulevard. Further, the guests will get acquainted with the Old City, which is called (Icheri Sheher). Many historical and architectural monuments are concentrated on its territory, including the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, the symbol of the city of Baku – Maiden Tower, Caravanserais, mosques, etc. After that tour goes on with a visit to the Heydar Aliyev Center. The Heydar Aliyev Center was built by world-famous architect Zaha Hadid. An internationally recognized architectural work, the building of the Heydar Aliyev Center has become a signature landmark of modern Baku due to its innovative and cutting-edge design. Extending on eight floor levels, the center accommodates a 1000-seat auditorium, temporary exhibition spaces, a conference center, workshops, and a museum. Return to the hotel and leisure time. Overnight in Baku.
Day 3 – Baku
Gobustan Archaeological Reserve and Mud Volcanoes & Temple of Fire Tour
The archaeological reserve of Gobustan, an open-air museum located in the south-east of the Great Caucasus. Next point of the tour is the area of Mud volcanoes, a rare natural phenomenon appeared in Azerbaijan 25 million years ago. Azerbaijan has nearly 400 mud volcanoes on its territory. Then after tour goes on with the ancient legacy of Zoroastrianism. Located 30 km away from Baku, there is one of the most mysterious sights of Azerbaijan – Ateshgah, The Temple of Fire Worshippers. Part caravanserai, part fire temple, it stands on the site of a natural-gas burning from the earth crust. It is called the eternal fire. In ancient time Ateshgah was a sacred place to Zoroastrians. Tour to ethnographic museum Gala, located on the Absheron peninsula. An ethnographic open-air museum Gala is about 40-minutes’ drive from Baku, created on the site of archaeological excavations. In the village, which is about five thousand years old, there is a number of neighborhoods that have survived to this day. During the tour, guests will get acquainted with the ancient dwellings, with the life of the past, traditions and methods of farming. At the museum area, guests can bake real bread in tendir, try themselves in clay pottering and carpet weaving. Return to the hotel and leisure time. Overnight in Baku.
Day 4 – Depart Baku
After breakfast, the check-out from the hotel, the group will have a convenient transfer to the Heydar Aliyev international airport. Depending on the time of departure, there is a chance to visit colorful Eastern Bazaar called Yashil Bazar or Green Bazaar. The guests may buy some dried fruits, traditional Azerbaijani tea, nuts and sweets.
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Day 1 – Arrive Yerevan
Arrival in Yerevan. Transfer to the selected hotel. Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 2 - Yerevan
City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. City tour in Yerevan will start with the panoramic view of the city and acquaintance with the Center of the city, Republic Square, Northern Avenue, the sightseeing of Opera and Ballet building, the Parliament and Residency of the President of Armenia, State University, Mother Armenia Monument, Sports & Concert Complex. A visit to Tsitsernakaberd – a Monument to the Armenian Genocide Victims, as well as the Genocide Victims’ Museum, commemorating the 1.5 million Armenians who perished during the first Genocide of the 20th century in the Western Armenia and in the territory of Ottoman Empire. Visit Cascade complex, which is considered the modern art center of Yerevan. Cascade is home to Cafesjan modern art museum. This place becomes even more charming in the evenings, when it is full of people, both locals and tourists from all over the world, enjoying the magic and the warmth of the capital. You will enjoy spending time in one of the cosy open-air cafes surrounded by beautiful sculptures, redolent flowers shining brightly with magic colours. It is also a popular place for open air concerts in summer season. A visit to one of the biggest and oldest mosques in Caucasus “Blue mosque”, which is situated in the heart of Yerevan city. Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 3 – Yerevan
Lake Sevan & “Armenian Switzerland” Dilijan
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Lake Sevan, one of the wonders in Armenia. This blue lake is one of the greatest high mountainous freshwater lakes of Eurasia. On a clear and sunny day, the water is often of a deep turquoise colour. Visit Sevanavank Monastery (9th century), which stands in its greatness on the peninsula, overlooking the lake for centuries. Drive to mountainous resort Dilijan, or so called “Armenian Switzerland”, which is well-known for its forests, as well as for its mysterious flora and fauna. Small walking city tour in Dilijan with a visit to handicrafts’ street, where one can watch the preparation of different national souvenirs from wood, stone and ceramics. A visit to Haghartsin Monastery complex, located in a secluded place of a forest. Appearing unexpectedly in front of the visitors, out of the dense forests, the Monastery creates a magical impression of a lost world. Complex includes Church St. Stepanos, St. Mary and St. Gregory’s Church, as well as a famous refectory. Drive back to Yerevan. Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 4 – Yerevan
Carpet Factory, Garni & Geghard
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Armenian carpet factory with possibility to watch the production of the handmade rugs. The factory has a showroom where you an buy these rugs (shipping is offered). Visit the only remaining Pagan temple in Armenia, devoted to the God of Sun – Myrth, in Garni. Photo stop at Charentc Arc. A visit to the ruins of Royal Palace and Royal bath-house nearby. Continue the tour to the uniquely caved Geghard monastery, which dates back to 12th-13th centuries, the name of which means “holy spear” in the honour of the long-preserved spear, the same spear that pierced the body of crucified Christ, which were brought here by Apostle Thaddeus. Drive back to Yerevan. Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 5 – Yerevan
Ararat valley, Khor Virap, Silk Road & Noravank
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Ararat valley, visit Khor Virap Church, which is one of the holy places for the Christian world, from where opens the closest and the most spectacular view of the gorgeous biblical mountain Ararat, shining with its two white peaks. After visiting Khor Virap continue driving to Gnishik canyon, the narrow road of which goes through the beautiful steep rocks which change the color from gray to red. Drive through the spectacular canyon between the red rocks towards Noravank Monastery complex (13-14th century). There is such an incredibly beautiful scenery along the road to Noravank, that the visitors cannot resist stepping out of the vehicle and walking all the way to the Monastery with their cameras, to enjoy and record the unique bizarre-shaped precipitous red cliffs. Drive back to Yerevan. Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 6 – Yerevan
Shopping in Yerevan
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Tsaghkadzor (means “gorge of flowers”) town. Short walking tour around the small town. Visit Kecharis monastery. Drive back to Yerevan. Visit Fruit Market. A visit to Vernissage, an open-air exhibition-market. Drop to Dalma Garden, Yerevan Mall or Megamall for shopping. Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 7 – Depart Yerevan
After breakfast, transfer to the Zvartnots International Airport for your flight back home.
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Day 1 – Arrive Tbilisi
Welcome to Georgia! Arrival at Tbilisi International Airport and transfer to the hotel and rest. The day is free for leisure. Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 2 - Tbilisi
Mtskheta Tour
After breakfast, transfer towards Old Tbilisi and start the walking tour to discover the beauty of the ancient capital, starting with the Europe Square and Metehki Church, then take a cable car to visit the Narikala fortress. Later walking down to Abano District you will come across “Mother of Kartli” monument, then continue walking to Legvtakhevi waterfall. Free time there for photo shooting. Later on, drive to the ancient capital of Georgia – Mtskheta. Visit the Jvari monastery and Svetitkhoveli Cathedral. Returning to Tbilisi, and in the evening, ride to Mtatsminda Amusement Park by funicular. The park is the highest point of the city. There you can find good viewpoints to the whole city. After this, ride back with tram again. Drop off at the hotel and free time. Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 3 – Tbilisa
Kazbegi & Gudauri Tour
After breakfast, at about 10:00, start your tour at Mtskheta-Tianeti Region. Starting with a visit to the Ananuri Complex and Jinvali Dam, continue driving to Gudauri and stop at the monument, which has a good viewpoint for photo shooting. Then transfer towards Kazbegi. Change the vehicle to off-road car and ride up to Gergeti Trinity. In the evening return back to Tbilisi. Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 4 – Tbilisa
Kakheti Region Tour
After breakfast, start your tour by driving towards Kakheti Region which is also known as the “Cradle of Wine”, because of its world known history and technology of wine making and unique sorts of grapes. Upon request, you can visit the KTW Winery and do the wine tasting. Then, visit one of the most popular tourist destinations – the “City of Love” – Sighnaghi, it is a beautiful town situated on the top of the hill, surrounded by valleys and huge Caucasus Mountains. Visit the nunnery of Bodbe. Later transfer towards Telavi – for a walking tour of the streets of important history. On the way back to Tbilisi take a halt at Gombori Pass for photos. Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 5 – Tbilisa
Uplistikhe and Borjomi Tour
After breakfast, at about 10:00 hrs depart for Borjomi, on the way first halt in Uplistsikhe caved town. It is a spectacular town with mysterious history from III-II millennium B.C. Later continue driving to Borjomi, the city is well known for its curative balneological climate and unique spring waters. Visit the Central Cark in Batumi and taste the mineral spring waters. Visit the Green Monastery and later return back to Tbilisi for Overnight stay.
Day 6 – Tbilisi
Dashbashi Canyon Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Close to Tbilisi, we can visit the beautiful place – Dashbash Canyon and waterfall. It is located at 1,110-1,448 m above sea level. The vegetation cover of the surrounding ecosystem is rather sparse, whereas the plants on the steep slopes of the canyon and astounding waterfalls create absolutely different micro-landscape, with characteristic micro-climate, specific fauna etc. Walk on spectacular “Diamond Bridge” there. Upon request, guests can continue driving to Paravani Lake for another 45 KM and survey the picturesque area. Returning to Tbilisi. Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 7 – Depart Tbilisi
After breakfast, check out from the hotel.You have free time to explore the city by your own until your departure flight. Transfer to Tbilisi International Airport.
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