GEORGIA
May 6, 2025- May 15, 2025 3 Pearls of Georgia Batumi, Borjomi, Tbilisi
May 6, 2025- May 15, 2025
3 Pearls of Georgia Batumi, Borjomi, Tbilisi
Rest and Treatment
Any time of the year is a good time to visit Georgia.
Program
10 days-9 nights
Batumi – Kutaisi – Borjomi – Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Ananuri – Pasanauri – Tbilisi
MINIMUM 6 PEOPLE
Price 6-8 people per person $ 2200 (transportation by minivan) based on 2 people per room
ACCOMMODATION FOR ONE PERSON IN A ROOM + $650
Price includes:
All transfers and transportations by comfortable minibus (except free days)
Russian or English speaking guide service
May 6, 2025 – May 9, 2025
3 x overnights in Batumi at Divan Suites or similar
May 9, 2025 – May 10, 2025
1 x overnight at Tskaltubo Epic Hotel & Spa or similar
May 10, 2025 – May 11, 2025
1 x overnights at Crowne Plaza hotel in Borjomi or similar
May 11, 2025 – May 15, 2025
4 x overnights at Mercure hotel in Tbilisi or similar
9 Breakfasts
2 x lunches as per program
A bottle of mineral water per person per day
Entrance fees to the museums and historical sites as per program
Price excludes:
Flights; travel insurance; porters; lunches and dinners; services on free days; alcohol beverages; early check in/ late check out; meals and services except described.
Flight details Turkish Airlines
New York to Batumi
Flight 1 Mon, May 5, 2025
JFK TK2 7:25 PM 10h 10 12:35 PM+1IST Istanbul
Arrives: Tue, May 6, 2025
Flight 2 Tue, May 6, 2025
IST Istanbul TK392 6:20 PM 1h 50 Direct 9:10 PM BUS Batumi
Arrives: Tue, May 6, 2025Journey duration: 1h 50
Tbilisi to New York
Flight 3 Sun, May 15, 2025
TBS Tbilisi TK383 5:30 PM 19h 10 1 stop IST 4:40 AM +1
JFK New York John F. Kennedy
Arrives: Mon, May 16, 2025Journey duration: 19h 10
2 x lunches as per program
A bottle of mineral water per person per day
REGISTRATION:
To register for the tour, you must send a Deposit of $500 (check or money order) addressed to the company at the company’s address.
PAYMENT:
Full payment for the tour is made by check or money orders by mail or Zelle bank transfer
Credit cards are not accepted.
Payment is refunded if you cancel the tour no later than 60 days before the start of the tour
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND PURCHASING INSURANCE
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE:
Arrival in Batumi, departure from Tbilisi
MEETING AND SEEING AWAY AT THE AIRPORT:
On the day of arrival, the entire group flies to Batumi airport. Upon arrival, in groups, a minibus will take people to the hotel.
Last day. Since everyone has a different flight time to America, the flight from the hotel to Tbilisi airport will be by minibus.
AIR TICKETS:
We arrive in Batumi and fly out from Tbilisi.
If you need help purchasing plane tickets, send a check or money order to the company and include your first name, last name (as on the documents), address, phone number and date of birth. Credit cards are accepted.
Any time of the year is a good time to visit Georgia.
This part of the world is truly a special place that offers something for everyone. Situated at an important crossroads where Europe meets Asia,
Georgia has a unique and ancient cultural heritage and is famous for its traditions of hospitality and cuisine.
From the fantastically beautiful cities of Svaneti and Kazbegi in the Caucasus Mountains to Batumi, a semi-tropical city on the Black Sea coast, Georgia has plenty of breathtaking scenery.
The first “Pearl of Georgia” will be Batumi-Tskhaltubo
The second “Pearl of Georgia” will be the balneological resort of Borjomi.
Borjomi is a famous climatic and balneological resort in Georgia, located in the Borjomi Gorge, in the valley of the Kura River, at an altitude of 800-900 meters above sea level. The main healing factor of the resort is sodium bicarbonate water with natural mineralization. The use of mineral water for medical purposes can effectively treat diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and metabolic disorders.
The third “Pearl of Georgia” Tbilisi
Tbilisi, beautiful and wonderful, has a European character, incredibly mixed with the unforgettable features of the old Georgian city, keeps traces of all the most important events of Georgian history and leaves no one indifferent. The most striking thing in today’s Tbilisi is the self-confident revival of its own traditions. Tbilisi regains its status as the capital and hometown of the ancient state of Georgia. This is a city where you come face to face with all that is most beautiful and most disappointing in Georgia. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the old part of Tbilisi, a multicultural and multi-religious city with 1,500 years of history.
Program
May 6, 2025
Day 1: Batumi (-/-/-)
Arrival in Batumi.
Meeting guests at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Hotel accommodation.
Overnight in Batumi.
Divan Suites Hotel or similar
May 7, 2025
Day 2: Batumi (B/L/-)
Half-day sightseeing tour of Batumi
Batumi, one of the oldest cities in Georgia, inhabited as early as the third century BC. Batumi is mentioned in Greek and Roman sources as one of the main ports of the Black Sea.
Visit the seaside park and the old district of the city with many cafes, shops and churches, the streets of Old Batumi, decorated with ornaments of nameless mythical creatures, the Batumi seaport, Piazza, the Medea statue and government buildings.
Visit the Batumi Botanical Garden, located 9 km from Batumi. The garden occupies 111 hectares of hilly land, partly consisting of red soil. The garden consists of the following floristic sections: Transcaucasian wet flood, New Zealand, Australian, Himalayan, East Asian, North American, South American, Mexican and Mediterranean. With this excursion you will have the opportunity to see the beauty of flora from all over the world and enjoy amazing views of the Black Sea.
Dinner is on your own.
Overnight at a hotel in Batumi.
Divan Suites Hotel or similar
May 8, 2025
Day 3: Batumi (B/-/-)
Free day at the hotel in Batumi.
Divan Suites Hotel or similar
May 9, 2025
Day 4: Batumi – Kutaisi (B/L/-)
Batumi – Kutaisi 160 km, travel time up to 3 hours.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Kutaisi.
Prometheus Caves is a 1.2 km cave complex that features breathtaking examples of stalactites, stalagmites, curtains, petrified waterfalls, cave pearls, underground rivers and lakes. Its unique features include a variety of halls and landscape diversity. Here you can enjoy a 280-meter boat ride on an underground cave lake.
Sataplia, a grotto where dinosaur footprints were found. Sataplia is rich in stalactites, stalagmites and mineral curtains
Lunch at a local restaurant along the way.
dinner on your own.
Overnight at a hotel in Kutaisi.
Kutaisi or Tskaltubo Epic Hotel & Spa
May 10, 2025
Day 5: Kutaisi – Borjomi (B/-/-)
Kutaisi – Borjomi 2 hours 11 minutes (123.4 km)
A tour of the capital of western Georgia, Kutaisi, will begin with a visit to the Bagrati Temple (ΧΙ century) – the calling card of the city.
Bagrat Cathedral, an 11th century cathedral built during the reign of King Bagrat III and known as the “symbol of a united Georgia”. The cathedral was officially restored on September 16, 2012.
This temple, majestic in size and proportions, decorated with carvings and mosaics, played an exceptional role in the medieval history of Georgia. David IV the Builder was crowned here.
After visiting the temple, we will take a walk through old Kutaisi, which has preserved its medieval appearance and atmosphere.
Afterwards we will go to the Motsameta monastery (ΙΧ century), in which the remains of the defenders of Imereti from the Arab invasion – the Mkheidze princes – are buried.
We will also visit the Gelati Monastery (ΧΙΙ in), founded by David the Builder.
Gelati Monastery, founded in 1106 by the famous King of Georgia David the Builder. The Gelati complex includes an academy and for a long time remained one of the main cultural and educational centers of Georgia. Gelati Monastery has preserved a large number of manuscripts dating back to the 12th century. and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit to the balneological resort in Borjomi
Arrival in Borjomi
Hotel accommodation. Lunch and dinner on your own.
4* Crowne Plaza Borjomi, an IHG Hotel
May 11, 2025
Day 6 Borjomi – Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Borjomi – Tbilisi 2 hr 56 min (205.7 km) via ს8 and Tbilisi – Senaki – Leselidze Hwy
Stop in Gori. It is one of the oldest cities in Georgia; the first historical mentions of it date back to the 6th century; for example, the ancient fortress of Goris-tsikhe can be noted. The ancient defensive fortress of Goris-tsikhe is located on a mountain hill in the center of Gori. Presumably, this fortress was built during the reign of the legendary Georgian king David, who was given the nickname “The Builder”. Archaeologists also suggest that the Goris-tsikhe fortress was built on the site of an even older defensive building.
Trip to Tbilisi
Lunch and dinner on your own
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Mercure Tbilisi Old Town or similar
May 12, 2025
Day 7. Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel.
- Excursion around Tbilisi.
Metekhi Church: a temple built in the 12th century. and served as a chapel for the Georgian royal family, has a tragic history.
It was destroyed several times during the invasions of Muslims and Tatar-Mongols.
It also served as a prison and theater during the Soviet period.
Sulfur baths: the famous Tbilisi baths are located on one “bath” street, in a small area. They are built on warm sulfur-alkaline springs flowing from under Mount Tabor. The water temperature ranges from 37 to 47 degrees and has healing properties.
As for the baths themselves, most of them resemble Turkish baths in architecture and date back to the 16th-18th centuries.
Narikala Fortress: the emergence of the citadel, located on Mount Mtatsminda, dates back to the 4th century. The fortress was known as Shuris-Tsikhe, and the Mongols are believed to have given it its modern name. The main part of the fortress was destroyed in 1827 by an explosion of gunpowder stored in one of the bastions. Caravanserai: the caravanserais that have survived in Tbilisi today belong to the 19th century. Some of them are used as residential buildings.
Zion Church of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God: the construction of the temple dates back to the 6th century. AD Many historical events are associated with it, and it also houses one of the main shrines of Georgia – the cross of St. Nino, the enlightener of Georgia. Anchiskhati-Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary: the basilica, built in the 6th century, is the oldest church on the territory of Tbilisi.
Charden Tbilisi, you will find yourself among the cozy cafes and souvenir shops of the Charden corner, a favorite place for citizens and guests of the capital. Narrow streets, wine cellars and art galleries preserve the spirit of Old Tbilisi and lead to the Temple of Sioni, named after Mount Zion, the 6th century Anchiskhati Basilica and the unique clock tower of the Rezo Gabriadze Puppet Theater. Walking along the pedestrian Bridge of Peace to the left bank of the Kura, you will visit the park of bizarre sculptures of Rike.
Bridge of Peace: Glass Pedestrian Bridge
Mira on the Mtkvari River connects the Old City and modern Tbilisi – it offers an excellent panorama of many of the city’s attractions. The 156 m long undulating structure was designed by Italian architect Michel de Lucchi together with French lighting engineer Philippe Martineau.
Wine tasting in the Caravanserai: built in 1650 next to the Sioni Cathedral. In 1795, during the invasion of Agha-Magomed Khan, the caravanserai was completely destroyed. In 1818, a large caravanserai was rebuilt on this site. The caravanserai had three floors, had 33 hotel rooms on the top floor, 25 dukhans, warehouses and basements. 11 craftsmen occupied premises for sewing Asian clothes and shoes. There was a swimming pool in the courtyard of the caravanserai.
Overnight at the hotel.
Tour starts at 09:00
Tour finishes at about: 18:00 Duration: 8-9 hrs
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Mercure Tbilisi Old Town or similar
May 13, 2025
Day 8. Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Ananuri – Pasanauri (B/-/-)
Breakfast in the hotel. Lunch included in the itinerary.
Our journey today will take us along the Georgian Military Road towards the border with Russia.
This is the oldest and most important transport artery, connecting Russia and the countries of Transcaucasia for several centuries.
First stop in Mtskheta, one of the oldest cities in Georgia. From the 3rd century AD Mtskheta was the capital of the Eastern Georgian kingdom of Iveria, and today it is the cultural and spiritual center of the country.
Visit to the picturesque Jvari monastery, sung by M.Yu. Lermontov in the poem “Mtsyri”.
From the hill on which the monastery is located, breathtaking views open up to the confluence of the two rivers Aragva and Kura and the Svetitskhoveli Temple, the religious center of the city, where one of the greatest shrines of the Christian world is kept – the Robe of the Lord.
Along the way we will visit the architectural complex of Ananuri – the former residence of the princes of Aragvet. The churches and medieval towers of Ananuri rise majestically above Lake Zhinvali, embraced by the slopes of the Caucasus Mountains.
We continue the tour with a stop at the confluence of two mountain rivers near the village of Pasanauri. The peculiarity of this place is that each of the two rivers has its own color and when the waters of the two rivers merge, they flow parallel to each other for a long time without mixing. Our path will continue through the Cross Pass with a stop at the panoramic observation deck of the Soviet period “Friendship of Peoples”, which offers a picturesque view of the deep gorge of the Caucasus Range.
May 14, 2025
Day 9: Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Free day
Night in Tbilisi
For an additional fee
DAY TRIP TO KAKHETI – MAIN ATTRACTIONS
Duration of the program – 8-10 hours
The trip leads to the province of Kakheti, a famous wine-producing region of Georgia. Guided tour en route to the Bodbe Nunnery with its tranquil monastery garden. Saint Nino, who brought Christianity to Georgia in the 4th century, is buried in Bodbe. Then drive through the city of Sighnaghi, surrounded by a defensive wall. The city appears to be one of the examples of fortified medieval cities in the country. In the Alazani Valley, visit the elegant 12th century.
The Alaverdi Cathedral with its enormous size and splendor, a place of welcome, beauty and holiness, Ikalto Academy Complex is a cultural, religious and educational center of the 11th century of Eastern Georgia.
Night in Tbilisi
May 15, 2025
Day 10: Departure Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Check out until 12:00 noon.
Transfer to Tbilisi airport for departure.
DISCOVER 3 Pearls of Georgia Batumi, Borjomi, Tbilisi
2024-2025
3 Pearls of Georgia Batumi, Borjomi, Tbilisi
12 days-11 nights
West Georgia
Batumi – Kutaisi – Borjomi – Akhaltsikhe – Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Ananuri – Pasanauri – Tbilisi
Price includes:
All transfers and transportations by comfortable minibus (except free days)
Russian or English speaking guide service
3 x overnights in Batumi at Divan Suites or similar
1 x overnight at Tskaltubo Epic Hotel & Spa or similar
3 x overnights at Crowne Plaza hotel in Borjomi or similar
4 x overnights at Mercure hotel in Tbilisi or similar
2 x lunches as per program
A bottle of mineral water per person per day
Entrance fees to the museums and historical sites as per program
Price excludes:
Flights; travel insurance; porters; lunches and dinners; services on free days; alcohol beverages; early chech in/ late check out; meals and services except described.
DURATION OF TOUR
12 days
All year round, any day of the week
MINIMUM 4 PEOPLE
TOUR COST FROM $2870 (per person, based on 2 people per room)
ACCOMMODATION FOR ONE PERSON IN A ROOM + $750
Price 6-8 people per person $2380.00 (transportation by minivan)
REGISTRATION:
To register for the tour, you must send a Deposit of $500 (check or money order) addressed to the company at the company’s address.
PAYMENT:
Full payment for the tour is made by check or money orders by mail or Zelle bank transfer
Credit cards are not accepted.
Payment is refunded if you cancel the tour no later than 60 days before the start of the tour
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND PURCHASING INSURANCE
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE:
Arrival in Batumi, departure from Tbilisi
MEETING AND SEEING AWAY AT THE AIRPORT:
On the day of arrival, the entire group flies to Batumi airport. Upon arrival, in groups, a minibus will take people to the hotel.
Last day. Since everyone has a different flight time to America, the flight from the hotel to Tbilisi airport will be by minibus.
AIR TICKETS:
We arrive in Batumi and fly out from Tbilisi.
If you need help purchasing plane tickets, send a check or money order to the company and include your first name, last name (as on the documents), address, phone number and date of birth. Credit cards are accepted.
3 x overnights in Batumi at Divan Suites or similar
1 x overnight at Tskaltubo Epic Hotel & Spa or similar
3 x overnights at Crowne Plaza hotel in Borjomi or similar
4 x overnights at Mercure hotel in Tbilisi or similar
2 x lunches as per program
A bottle of mineral water per person per day
Any time of the year is a good time to visit Georgia.
This part of the world is truly a special place that offers something for everyone. Situated at an important crossroads where Europe meets Asia,
Georgia has a unique and ancient cultural heritage and is famous for its traditions of hospitality and cuisine.
From the fantastically beautiful cities of Svaneti and Kazbegi in the Caucasus Mountains to Batumi, a semi-tropical city on the Black Sea coast, Georgia has plenty of breathtaking scenery.
The first “Pearl of Georgia” will be Batumi-Tskhaltubo
The second “Pearl of Georgia” will be the balneological resort of Borjomi.
Borjomi is a famous climatic and balneological resort in Georgia, located in the Borjomi Gorge, in the valley of the Kura River, at an altitude of 800-900 meters above sea level. The main healing factor of the resort is sodium bicarbonate water with natural mineralization. The use of mineral water for medical purposes can effectively treat diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and metabolic disorders.
The third “Pearl of Georgia” Tbilisi
Tbilisi, beautiful and wonderful, has a European character, incredibly mixed with the unforgettable features of the old Georgian city, keeps traces of all the most important events of Georgian history and leaves no one indifferent. The most striking thing in today’s Tbilisi is the self-confident revival of its own traditions. Tbilisi regains its status as the capital and hometown of the ancient state of Georgia. This is a city where you come face to face with all that is most beautiful and most disappointing in Georgia. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the old part of Tbilisi, a multicultural and multi-religious city with 1,500 years of history.
Program
12 days-11 nights
West Georgia
Batumi – Kutaisi – Borjomi – Akhaltsikhe – Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Ananuri – Pasanauri – Tbilisi
Day 1: Batumi (-/-/-)
Arrival in Batumi.
Meeting the guest at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Hotel accommodation.
Overnight in Batumi.
Hotel Divan Suites or similar
Day 2: Batumi (B/L/-)
Half-day sightseeing tour of Batumi
Batumi, one of the oldest cities in Georgia, inhabited as early as the third century BC. Batumi is mentioned in Greek and Roman sources as one of the main ports of the Black Sea.
Visit the seaside park and the old district of the city with many cafes, shops and churches, the streets of Old Batumi, decorated with ornaments of nameless mythical creatures, the Batumi seaport, Piazza, the Medea statue and government buildings.
Visit the Batumi Botanical Garden, located 9 km from Batumi. The garden occupies 111 hectares of hilly land, partly consisting of red soil. The garden consists of the following floristic sections: Transcaucasian wet flood, New Zealand, Australian, Himalayan, East Asian, North American, South American, Mexican and Mediterranean. With this excursion you will have the opportunity to see the beauty of flora from all over the world and enjoy amazing views of the Black Sea.
Dinner is on your own.
Overnight at a hotel in Batumi.
Divan Suites Hotel or similar
Day 3: Batumi (B/-/-)
Free day at the hotel in Batumi.
Divan Suites Hotel or similar
Day 4: Batumi – Kutaisi (B/L/-)
Batumi – Kutaisi 160 km, travel time up to 3 hours.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Kutaisi.
Prometheus Caves is a 1.2 km cave complex that features breathtaking examples of stalactites, stalagmites, curtains, petrified waterfalls, cave pearls, underground rivers and lakes. Its unique features include a variety of halls and landscape diversity. Here you can enjoy a 280-meter boat ride on an underground cave lake.
Sataplia, a grotto where dinosaur footprints were found. Sataplia is rich in stalactites, stalagmites and mineral curtains
Lunch at a local restaurant along the way.
dinner on your own.
Overnight at a hotel in Kutaisi.
Kutaisi or Tskaltubo Epic Hotel & Spa
Day 5: Kutaisi – Borjomi (B/-/-)
Kutaisi – Akhaltsikhe 3 hours 11 minutes (177.4 km) via Tbilisi – Senaki – Leselidze highway/E60
A tour of the capital of western Georgia, Kutaisi, will begin with a visit to the Bagrati Temple (ΧΙ century) – the calling card of the city.
Bagrat Cathedral, an 11th century cathedral built during the reign of King Bagrat III and known as the “symbol of a united Georgia”. The cathedral was officially restored on September 16, 2012.
This temple, majestic in size and proportions, decorated with carvings and mosaics, played an exceptional role in the medieval history of Georgia. David IV the Builder was crowned here.
After visiting the temple, we will take a walk through old Kutaisi, which has preserved its medieval appearance and atmosphere.
Afterwards we will go to the Motsameta monastery (ΙΧ century), in which the remains of the defenders of Imereti from the Arab invasion – the Mkheidze princes – are buried.
We will also visit the Gelati Monastery (ΧΙΙ in), founded by David the Builder.
Gelati Monastery, founded in 1106 by the famous King of Georgia David the Builder. The Gelati complex includes an academy and for a long time remained one of the main cultural and educational centers of Georgia. Gelati Monastery has preserved a large number of manuscripts dating back to the 12th century. and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit to the balneological resort in Borjomi
Arrival in Borjomi
Hotel accommodation.
Lunch and dinner on your own.
4* Crowne Plaza Borjomi, an IHG Hotel
Day 6 Borjomi / Akhaltsikhe (B/-/-)
Breakfast in the hotel. Lunch included in the itinerary.
The city of Akhaltsikhe was founded in the first half of the 12th century AD. e. From the 14th century to the 80s of the 16th century, Akhaltsikhe was the center of culture, politics and economics of the Samtskhe-Javakheti region and the residence of atabegs from the Jakeli clan. In 1579 the city came under the rule of the Ottoman Empire and from 1628 the city became the center of the Akhaltsikhe province of the Ottoman Empire.
Visit to the Rabat fortress. The history of the founding of the fortress goes back to 1578, when the city of Akhaltsikhe (Lomsia) was taken by Ottoman troops.
Lunch and dinner on your own.
Overnight at a hotel in Borjomi. 4* Crowne Plaza Borjomi, an IHG Hotel
Day 7: Borjomi (B/-/-)
Free day at the hotel in Borjomi.
Overnight at a hotel in Borjomi. 4* Crowne Plaza Borjomi, an IHG Hotel
or similar
Day 8 Borjomi – Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Borjomi / Akhaltsikhe – Tbilisi 2 hr 56 min (205.7 km) via ს8 and Tbilisi – Senaki – Leselidze Hwy
Trip to Tbilisi
Lunch and dinner on your own
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Mercure Tbilisi Old Town or similar
Day 9. Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Breakfast in the hotel.
- Excursion around Tbilisi.
Metekhi Church: a temple built in the 12th century. and served as a chapel for the Georgian royal family, has a tragic history.
It was destroyed several times during the invasions of Muslims and Tatar-Mongols.
It also served as a prison and theater during the Soviet period.
Sulfur baths: the famous Tbilisi baths are located on one “bath” street, in a small area. They are built on warm sulfur-alkaline springs flowing from under Mount Tabor. The water temperature ranges from 37 to 47 degrees and has healing properties.
As for the baths themselves, most of them resemble Turkish baths in architecture and date back to the 16th-18th centuries.
Narikala Fortress: the emergence of the citadel, located on Mount Mtatsminda, dates back to the 4th century. The fortress was known as Shuris-Tsikhe, and the Mongols are believed to have given it its modern name. The main part of the fortress was destroyed in 1827 by an explosion of gunpowder stored in one of the bastions. Caravanserai: the caravanserais that have survived in Tbilisi today belong to the 19th century. Some of them are used as residential buildings.
Zion Church of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God: the construction of the temple dates back to the 6th century. AD Many historical events are associated with it, and it also houses one of the main shrines of Georgia – the cross of St. Nino, the enlightener of Georgia. Anchiskhati-Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary: the basilica, built in the 6th century, is the oldest church on the territory of Tbilisi.
Charden Tbilisi, you will find yourself among the cozy cafes and souvenir shops of the Charden corner, a favorite place for citizens and guests of the capital. Narrow streets, wine cellars and art galleries preserve the spirit of Old Tbilisi and lead to the Temple of Sioni, named after Mount Zion, the 6th century Anchiskhati Basilica and the unique clock tower of the Rezo Gabriadze Puppet Theater. Walking along the pedestrian Bridge of Peace to the left bank of the Kura, you will visit the park of bizarre sculptures of Rike.
Bridge of Peace: Glass Pedestrian Bridge
Mira on the Mtkvari River connects the Old City and modern Tbilisi – it offers an excellent panorama of many of the city’s attractions. The 156 m long undulating structure was designed by Italian architect Michel de Lucchi together with French lighting engineer Philippe Martineau.
Wine tasting in the Caravanserai: built in 1650 next to the Sioni Cathedral. In 1795, during the invasion of Agha-Magomed Khan, the caravanserai was completely destroyed. In 1818, a large caravanserai was rebuilt on this site. The caravanserai had three floors, had 33 hotel rooms on the top floor, 25 dukhans, warehouses and basements. 11 craftsmen occupied premises for sewing Asian clothes and shoes. There was a swimming pool in the courtyard of the caravanserai.
Overnight at the hotel.
Tour starts at 09:00
Tour finishes at about: 18:00 Duration: 8-9 hrs
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Mercure Tbilisi Old Town or similar
Day 10. Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Ananuri – Pasanauri (B/-/-)
Breakfast in the hotel. Lunch included in the itinerary.
Our journey today will take us along the Georgian Military Road towards the border with Russia.
This is the oldest and most important transport artery, connecting Russia and the countries of Transcaucasia for several centuries.
First stop in Mtskheta, one of the oldest cities in Georgia. From the 3rd century AD Mtskheta was the capital of the Eastern Georgian kingdom of Iveria, and today it is the cultural and spiritual center of the country.
Visit to the picturesque Jvari monastery, sung by M.Yu. Lermontov in the poem “Mtsyri”.
From the hill on which the monastery is located, breathtaking views open up to the confluence of the two rivers Aragva and Kura and the Svetitskhoveli Temple, the religious center of the city, where one of the greatest shrines of the Christian world is kept – the Robe of the Lord.
Along the way we will visit the architectural complex of Ananuri – the former residence of the princes of Aragvet. The churches and medieval towers of Ananuri rise majestically above Lake Zhinvali, embraced by the slopes of the Caucasus Mountains.
We continue the tour with a stop at the confluence of two mountain rivers near the village of Pasanauri. The peculiarity of this place is that each of the two rivers has its own color and when the waters of the two rivers merge, they flow parallel to each other for a long time without mixing. Our path will continue through the Cross Pass with a stop at the panoramic observation deck of the Soviet period “Friendship of Peoples”, which offers a picturesque view of the deep gorge of the Caucasus Range.
Day 11: Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Free day
Night in Tbilisi
Day 12: Departure Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Check out until 12:00 noon.
Transfer to Tbilisi airport for departure.
Free day for rest.
Lunch and dinner are independent. No guide and transport service.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
Sep 24, 2023
Day 9. Tbilisi (B)
Breakfast in the hotel
Free day for rest.
Lunch and dinner are independent. No guide and transport service.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi
Sep 25, 2023
Day 10. Tbilisi
Breakfast in the hotel Late check out
Departure from the hotel. Transfer to Tbilisi International Airport
Turkish Airlines TK383
Mon, Sep 25, 2023
TBS 5:30 PM
DISCOVER GEORGIA
2025
REGULAR TOURS for 2025 (min. 2 PAX)
Guaranteed Departures 2025
DISCOVER GEORGIA
7 days / 6 nights
We invite you to discover some of the most important and unique sites of Georgia and learn about its culture, traditions and history stoned through the ages. The itinerary covers as much as possible important and valuable cultural sites, including major provinces of Georgia – Kartli, Kakheti, Khevi and Samtskhe-Javakheti.
Any season is the right season to visit Georgia. This part of the world is indeed a special place that offers something for everyone. Situated at the important crossroads where Europe meets Asia, Georgia has a unique and ancient cultural heritage, and is famed for its traditions of hospitality and cuisine. From fantastically beautiful towns of Svaneti and Kazbegi in the Caucasus Mountains to Batumi, a semitropical town on the Black Sea coastline, Georgia has a wealth of spectacular landscapes.
Why Visit Georgia?
Georgia is a home of versatile landscapes from snow-capped mountains and volcanoes to pristine deserts, from lush countryside to stunning seaside.
Georgia is a land of the first human beings in Europe (Homo Georgicus): 1.75-million-year-old skulls found in Dmanisi are the oldest evidence of human habitation in Europe.
Georgia is a cradle of wine: Grape pips found on Georgian soil are believed to be from the V-IV millennium BC. Georgia has over 500 native grape varieties and 8,000 years of winemaking history.
Georgia has an ancient winemaking method: The traditional “qvevri” winemaking method was added to UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Georgia has a unique alphabet: Described as a “living culture of three writing systems”, it was added to UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Georgia is homeland of Europe’s highest permanently inhabited settlements: The village Bochorna in Tusheti and the village of Ushguli in Svaneti.
Georgia is home to UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites: Bagrati Cathedral and Gelati Monastery, Mtskheta Historical Monuments, and Upper Svaneti Caucasus mountains, villages, and tower houses.
Georgia is a true paradise for food lovers: Exquisite and original, Georgian food was influenced by the Mediterranean world, Arab and Mongol flavors, Persian and Ottoman kitchens, the link stretching as far as Northern India.
Georgia is a heaven for free-riders and heli-skiers.
Georgia has a trendy nightlife with distinguished clubs and art cafes.
There is something here for everyone.
Georgia Today:
Georgia is 16th among 190 economies in World Bank’s Doing Business 2017
Georgia is ranked among 6 top safest countries in the Crime Index Rate 2017
Georgia is expected to be granted a visa-free travel regime with the EU for Georgian citizens travelling to the EU and or EU citizens when travelling to the territory of Georgia in 2017.
More than eight million international, non-resident travellers visited Georgia in 2018 according to the Georgian National Statistics Office.
Fast Facts about Georgia
Area: 69,700 km2
Population: 3,713,804
Language: Georgian (official) followed by Russian and English.
Time Zone: GET (UTC +4)
Currency: Georgian Lari (GEL)
Internet Domain: .ge
Phone Dial Code: +995
Climate: Continental in the east part, Alpine in the north, and subtropical in the west along the Black Sea coast
Largest Cities: Tbilisi (capital) Batumi, Kutaisi
Highest Peaks: Shkhara (5068 m), Janga (5059 m), Kazbegi (5047 m)
Largest Lakes: Paravani (37,5 m2), Kartsakhi (26, 3 m2), Paliatomi (18,2 m2)
Longest Rivers: Alazani (391 km in Georgia), Mtkvari (351 km in Georgia), Rioni (333 km in Georgia)
Coastline: Black Sea (310 km)
Program
Day 1: Arrival to Tbilisi
Transfer to the hotel on supplementary basis, without guide*
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 2: Half Day Tbilisi City Tour
Tbilisi Sightseeing tour. Sights to visit: Old City, Metekhi Church, Narikala Fortress, Abanotubani, – Sulphur bath district, Sioni Cathedral, Anchiskhati Basilica, Rustaveli Avenue
Free time for lunch
Suggested places to visit on supplementary basis: National Museum of Georgia*, Open Air Ethnographic Museum*
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 3: Round trip to Wine Region – Kakheti (touring distance ±270km)
Drive to Kakheti region
Visit: Bodbe Nunnery, Sighnaghi – City of Love
Free time for lunch
Wine tasting at local winery
Drive to Tbilisi
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 4: From Tbilisi to Khevi Province (touring distance ±205km)
Drive to the former capital of Mtskheta. Sights to visit: Jvari Monastery (UNESCO), Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (UNESCO)
Free time for lunch
Photo Stops along Georgian Military Highway
Hike up to Gergeti Trinity church – approx. 3hrs. hiking (or on supplementary basis 4WD vehicle*)
Overnight in Gudauri
Day 5: Trip to the oldest urban settlement in Georgia (touring distance ±315km)
Drive to Uplistsikhe cave town via Ananuri architectural complex. Explore Uplistsikhe rock-hewn town
Free time for lunch
Stalin’s Museum and the house, where Stalin, the leader of Soviet Union, was born
Drive to Akhaltsikhe via Borjomi. Visit Borjomi Park to taste Brojomi mineral water
Overnight in Akhaltsikhe
Day 6: Akhaltsikhe – Vardzia – Tbilisi (touring distance ±290km)
Rabati castle, after drive to Vardzia via Khertvisi Fortress to have with short photo stop.
Explore Vardzia Cave Complex
Free time for lunch
Panoramic view of Paravni Lake
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 7: Departure from Tbilisi.
Transfer to the airport on supplementary basis, without guide*
*Not Included Services – All services mentioned in the Itineraries, but marked with (*) are provided on supplementary basis – can be purchased on spot or booked in advance upon request
PRICES OF GUARANTEED DEPARTURE TOURS PER PERSON FOR 2025
(*MINIMUM 2 PERSONS)
DISCOVER GEORGIA | ||
Budget Tour Package Hotels: Ibis Stadium 3*, Gudauri Inn 3*, Lomsia 3* or similar hotels | ||
Price per person in standard double/twin room accommodation | 1260 USD | |
Supplement for single room | 465 USD | |
Standard Tour Package Hotels: Graf 4*, Roshe 4*, Lomsia 3* or similar hotels | ||
Price per person in double room accommodation | 1420 USD | |
Single room supplement | 560 USD | |
Superior Tour Package Hotels: Novotel 4* or Hilton Garden 4*; Roshe 4*; Lomsia 3* or similar hotels | ||
Price per person in double room accommodation | 1695 USD | |
Single room supplement | 665 USD | |
PRICE INCLUDES: Transportation as per program (except transfer in/out) English speaking tour guide Catering BB; 1 wine tasting Accommodation: 4 x Tbilisi; 1 x Gudauri; 1 x Akhaltsikhe; Entrance fees as per program 1 bottle of mineral water per person/per day SERVICES ON SUPPLEMENTARY BASIS: · One-way airport transfer by vehicle: 60 USD (cap.2 PAX); 80 USD by minivan (cap.3-4 PAX) · Guide service per 1 transfer: 100 USD · Lunch at a local restaurant – 40 USD · Dinner at a local restaurant – 60 USD · Entrance fees in the Museums of Tbilisi – 20 USD per person / per museum | ||
DISCOVER SOUTH CAUCASUS
REGULAR TOURS for 2025 (min. 4 PAX)
Discover South Caucasus (13 days / 12 nights) | |
Arrival Bakú (GYD) | Departure Ereván (EVN) |
30-Apr-25 | 12-May-25 |
28-May-25 | 9-Jun-25 |
2-Jul-25 | 14-Jul-25 |
30-Jul-25 | 11-Aug-25 |
27-Aug-25 | 8-Sep-25 |
1-Oct-25 | 13-Oct-25 |
29-Oct-25 | 10-Nov-25 |
DISCOVER SOUTH CAUCASUS | |
Standard Tour Package Hoteles: Saphire 4* or similar in Baku; Hotel Macara 4* or similar in Sheki; Hotel Graf 4* or similar local hotel in Tbilisi; Hotel Roshe 4* or similar in Gudauri; Hotel Lomsia 3* or similar in Akhatlsikhe; Hotel Hayasa 4* or similar in Yerevan | |
Price per person in standard double/twin room accommodation | 2580 USD |
Supplement for single room | 650 USD |
Superior Tour Package Hoteles: Hyatt Regency 5* or similar in Bakú; Hotel Macara 4* or similar in Sheki; Hotel Museum 4* or similar in Tbilisi; Hotel Marco Polo 4* or similar in Gudauri; Hotel Lomsia 3* or similar in Akhaltsikhe; Hotel Ramada by Wyndham 4* or BW Congress 4* in Yerevan | |
Price per person in standard double/twin room accommodation | 2780 USD |
Supplement for single room | 760 USD |
RATES INCLUDE: Transportation as per program (*except transfers in/out) English speaking tour guide Catering BB; 1 wine tasting Accommodation: 2xBaku; 1xSheki; 4xTbilisi; 1xGudauri; 1xAkhaltsikhe; 3xYerevan Entrance fees as per program 1 bottle of mineral water per person/per day RATES EXCLUDE all those services that are not indicated in RATES INCLUDE, as well as those services that on supplementary basis marked with (*). SERVICES ON SUPPLEMENTARY BASIS: · One-way airport transfer by vehicle: 60 USD (cap.2 PAX); 80 USD by minivan (cap.3-4 PAX) · Guide service per 1 transfer: 100 USD · 4WD vehicle to Gergeti Trinity Church (per vehicle) – 35 USD pp (required min. 2 PAX) · Lunch at a local restaurant – 40 USD · Dinner at a local restaurant – 60 USD · Entrance fees in the Museums of Tbilisi – 20 USD per person / per museum · E-visa for Azerbaijan 45 USD pp | |
Program
DISCOVER SOUTH CAUCASUS
Azerbaijan – Georgia – Armenia
13 days / 12 nights
The south Caucasus comprises three unique, yet interconnected Countries: Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan. The history of Orthodox Christian Georgia, Gregorian Christian Armenia and Muslim Azerbaijan is blend in centuries of friendship and battle for survival. Still each country is unique with its own distinct customs, traditions and religion. The Caucasus boasts the evidence of flourishing culture with impressive architectural monuments, archaeological and pagan sites, monastic jewels and centuries old mosques, nature sites, National parks as well as cities
Day 1: Arrival to Baku
Transfer to the hotel on supplementary basis, without guide*
Overnight in Baku
Day 2: Baku Old City & Absheron Peninsula tour
Baku City Tour. Shirvanshah’s Palace, Maidan Tower, Ateshgah, Carpet Museum
Free time for lunch
Drive to Absheron Peninsual. Visit the Yanar Dagh – the burning mountain Yanar Dag, Mardakan Castle, Ramana Castle
Overnight in Baku
Day 3: Baku-Gobustan-Shamakhi-Sheki
Drive to Gobustan. Visit Gobustan National Park. Drive to Shamakhi. Visiting Diribaba Mausoleum
Free time for lunch
Visit Juma-Mosque (Friday Mosque) of Shamakhi city
Visit Seven Domes – the complex of tombs built for Shirvan’s royal family in 18th c. Drive to Sheki
Overnight in Sheki
Day 4: Sheki- Lagodekhi Border-Tbilisi (touring distance ±320km)
Visit Sheki Khan’s Palace
Departure to Lagodegkhi Border (required walking distance approx. 500m)
Free time for lunch
Nekresi Architectural Complex; short walking tour in Telavi; after visits departure to Tbilisi
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 5: Half Day Tbilisi City Tour
Tbilisi Sightseeing tour. Sights to visit: Old City, Metekhi Church, Narikala Fortress, Abanotubani, – Sulphur bath district, Sioni Cathedral, Anchiskhati Basilica, Rustaveli Avenue
Free time for lunch
Suggested places to visit on supplementary basis: National Museum of Georgia*, Open Air Ethnographic Museum*
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 6: Round trip to Wine Region – Kakheti (touring distance ±270km)
Drive to Kakheti region
Visit: Bodbe Nunnery, Sighnaghi – City of Love
Free time for lunch
Wine tasting at local winery
Drive to Tbilisi
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 7: From Tbilisi to Khevi Province (touring distance ±205km)
Drive to the former capital of Mtskheta. Sights to visit: Jvari Monastery (UNESCO), Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (UNESCO)
Free time for lunch
Photo Stops along Georgian Military Highway
Hike up to Gergeti Trinity church – approx. 3hrs. Hiking (or on supplementary basis 4WD vehicle*)
Overnight in Gudauri
Day 8: Trip to the oldest urban settlement in Georgia
(touring distance ±315km)
Drive to Uplistsikhe cave town via Ananuri architectural complex. Explore Uplistsikhe rock-hewn town
Free time for lunch
Stalin’s Museum and the house, where Stalin, the leader of Soviet Union, was born
Drive to Akhaltsikhe via Borjomi. Visit Borjomi Park to taste Brojomi mineral water
Overnight in Akhaltsikhe
Day 9: Akhaltsikhe – Vardzia – Tbilisi (touring distance ±290km)
Rabati castle, after drive to Vardzia via Khertvisi Fortress, with short photo stop.
Explore Vardzia Cave Complex
Free time for lunch
Panoramic view of Paravni Lake
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 10: Tbilisi – Sadakhlo – Sevan – Yerevan (touring distance ±320km)
Transfer to Sadakhlo border (*without guide assistance, the Georgian guide’s service will be provided on supplementary basis). After border formalities meet with Armenian guide and driver
Haghpat Monastery (UNESCO)
Lake Sevan, one of the largest high-altitude lakes in the world. Visit Sevan Monastery
Overnight in Yerevan
Day 11: Yerevan -Echmiadzin – Yerevan
Drive to Echmiadzin; Visit Echmiadzin Cathedral (UNESCO)
Ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral
Free time for lunch
Yerevan city tour. Visit of Matenadaran Museum and Tsitsernakaberd – the memorial complex dedicated to the victims of the Great Armenian Genocide
Overnight in Yerevan
Day 12: Yerevan – Garni – Geghard – Khor Virap – Yerevan (touring distance ±150km)
Visit Garni Hellenistic temple and Geghard Monastery – the UNESCO World Heritage Sights
Free time for lunch
Visit Khor-Virap – “Deep Dungeon”, one of the holiest sites in Armenia
Overnight in Yerevan
Day 13: Departure from Yerevan.
Transfer to the airport on supplementary basis, without guide*
*Not Included Services – All services mentioned in the Itineraries, but marked with (*) are provided on supplementary basis – can be purchased on spot or booked in advance upon request
ANCIENT CHRISTIAN COUNTRIES
2025 ANCIENT CHRISTIAN COUNTRIES
Georgia – Armenia
10 Days / 9 Nights
In order to discover ancient Christian Civilizations, we invite you to explore two neighboring countries, Georgia and Armenia. Christianity become state religion since 4th century and played major part in the history and culture of both countries.
REGULAR TOURS for 2025 (min. 4 PAX)
Ancient Christian Countries (10 days / 9 nights) | |
Arrival Tbilisi (TBS) | Departure Ereván (EVN) |
3-May-25 | 12-May-25 |
31-May-25 | 9-Jun-25 |
5-Jul-25 | 14-Jul-25 |
2-Aug-25 | 11-Aug-25 |
30-Aug-25 | 8-Sep-25 |
4-Oct-25 | 13-Oct-25 |
1-Nov-25 | 10-Nov-25 |
THE ANCIENT CRISTIAN COUNTRIES | |
Standard Tour Package Hoteles: Hotel Graf 4* or similar local hotel in Tbilisi; Hotel Roshe 4* or similar in Gudauri; Hotel Lomsia 3* or similar in Akhatlsikhe; Hotel Hayasa 4* or similar in Yerevan | |
Price per person in standard double/twin room accommodation | 1900 USD |
Supplement for single room | 490 USD |
Superior Tour Package Hotels: Hotel Museum 4* or similar in Tbilisi; Hotel Marco Polo 4* or similar in Gudauri; Hotel Lomsia 3* or similar in Akhaltsikhe; Hotel Ramada by Wyndham 4* or BW Congress 4* in Yerevan | |
Price per person in standard double/twin room accommodation | 1995 USD |
Supplement for single room | 545 USD |
RATES INCLUDE: Transportation as per program (*except transfers in/out) English speaking tour guide Catering BB; 1 wine tasting Accommodation: 4xTbilisi; 1xGudauri; 1xAkhaltsikhe; 3xYerevan Entrance fees as per program 1 bottle of mineral water per person/per day RATES EXCLUDE all those services that are not indicated in RATES INCLUDE, as well as those services that on supplementary basis marked with (*). SERVICES ON SUPPLEMENTARY BASIS: · One-way airport transfer by vehicle: 60 USD (cap.2 PAX); 80 USD by minivan (cap.3-4 PAX) · Guide service per 1 transfer: 100 USD · 4WD vehicle to Gergeti Trinity Church (per vehicle) – 35 USD pp (required min. 2 PAX) · Lunch at a local restaurant – 40 USD · Dinner at a local restaurant – 60 USD · Entrance fees in the Museums of Tbilisi – 20 USD per person / per museum · E-visa for Azerbaijan 45 USD pp | |
ANCIENT CHRISTIAN COUNTRIES
Georgia – Armenia
10 Days / 9 Nights
In order to discover ancient Christian Civilizations, we invite you to explore two neighboring countries, Georgia and Armenia. Christianity become state religion since 4th century and played major part in the history and culture of both countries.
Day 1: Arrival to Tbilisi
Transfer to the hotel on supplementary basis, without guide*
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 2: Half Day Tbilisi City Tour
Tbilisi Sightseeing tour. Sights to visit: Old City, Metekhi Church, Narikala Fortress, Abanotubani, – Sulphur bath district, Sioni Cathedral, Anchiskhati Basilica, Rustaveli Avenue
Free time for lunch
Suggested places to visit on supplementary basis: National Museum of Georgia*, Open Air Ethnographic Museum*
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 3: Round trip to Wine Region – Kakheti (touring distance ±270km)
Drive to Kakheti region
Visit: Bodbe Nunnery, Sighnaghi – City of Love
Free time for lunch
Wine tasting at local winery
Drive to Tbilisi
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 4: From Tbilisi to Khevi Province (touring distance ±205km)
Drive to the former capital of Mtskheta. Sights to visit: Jvari Monastery (UNESCO), Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (UNESCO)
Free time for lunch
Photo Stops along Georgian Military Highway
Hike up to Gergeti Trinity church – approx. 3hrs. Hiking (or on supplementary basis 4WD vehicle*)
Overnight in Gudauri
Day 5: Trip to the oldest urban settlement in Georgia (touring distance ±315km)
Drive to Uplistsikhe cave town via Ananuri architectural complex. Explore Uplistsikhe rock-hewn town
Free time for lunch
Stalin’s Museum and the house, where Stalin, the leader of Soviet Union, was born
Drive to Akhaltsikhe via Borjomi. Visit Borjomi Park to taste Brojomi mineral water
Overnight in Akhaltsikhe
Day 6: Akhaltsikhe – Vardzia – Tbilisi (touring distance ±290km)
Rabati castle, after drive to Vardzia via Khertvisi Fortress, with short photo stop.
Explore Vardzia Cave Complex
Free time for lunch
Panoramic view of Paravni Lake
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 7: Tbilisi – Sadakhlo – Sevan – Yerevan (touring distance ±320km)
Transfer to Sadakhlo border (*without guide assistance, the Georgian guide’s service will be provided on supplementary basis). After border formalities meet with Armenian guide and driver
Haghpat Monastery (UNESCO)
Lake Sevan, one of the largest high-altitude lakes in the world. Visit Sevan Monastery
Overnight in Yerevan
Day 8: Yerevan -Echmiadzin – Yerevan
Drive to Echmiadzin; Visit Echmiadzin Cathedral (UNESCO)
Ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral
Free time for lunch
Yerevan city tour. Visit of Matenadaran Museum and Tsitsernakaberd – the memorial complex dedicated to the victims of the Great Armenian Genocide
Overnight in Yerevan
Day 9: Yerevan – Garni – Geghard – Khor Virap – Yerevan (touring distance ±150km)
Visit Garni Hellenistic temple and Geghard Monastery – the UNESCO World Heritage Sights
Free time for lunch
Visit Khor-Virap – “Deep Dungeon”, one of the holiest sites in Armenia
Overnight in Yerevan
Day 10: Departure from Yerevan.
Transfer to the airport on supplementary basis, without guide*
*Not Included Services – All services mentioned in the Itineraries, but marked with (*) are provided on supplementary basis – can be purchased on spot or booked in advance upon request
THE BEST OF AZERBAIJAN AND GEORGIA
2025
THE BEST OF AZERBAIJAN AND GEORGIA
REGULAR TOURS for 2025 (min. 4 PAX)
The best of Azerbaijan and Georgia (10 days / 9 nights) | |
Arrival Bakú (GYD) | Departure Tbilisi (TBS) |
30-Apr-25 | 9-May-25 |
28-May-25 | 6-Jun-25 |
2-Jul-25 | 11-Jul-25 |
30-Jul-25 | 8-Aug-25 |
27-Aug-25 | 5-Sep-25 |
1-Oct-25 | 10-Oct-25 |
29-Oct-25 | 7-Nov-25 |
THE BEST OF AZERBAIJAN AND GEORGIA | |
Standard Tour Package Saphire 4* or similar in Baku; Hotel Macara 4* or similar in Sheki; Hotel Graf 4* or similar local hotel in Tbilisi; Hotel Roshe 4* or similar in Gudauri; Hotel Lomsia 3* or similar in Akhatlsikhe; | |
Price per person in standard double/twin room accommodation | 2035 USD |
Supplement for single room | 630 USD |
Superior Tour Package Hoteles: Hyatt Regency 5* or similar in Bakú; Hotel Macara 4* or similar in Sheki; Hotel Museum 4* or similar in Tbilisi; Hotel Marco Polo 4* or similar in Gudauri; Hotel Lomsia 3* or similar in Akhaltsikhe; | |
Price per person in standard double/twin room accommodation | 2150 USD |
Supplement for single room | 715 USD |
RATES INCLUDE: Transportation as per program (*except transfers in/out) English speaking tour guide Catering BB; 1 wine tasting Accommodation: 2xBaku; 1xSheki; 4xTbilisi; 1xGudauri; 1xAkhaltsikhe Entrance fees as per program 1 bottle of mineral water per person/per day RATES EXCLUDE all those services that are not indicated in RATES INCLUDE, as well as those services that on supplementary basis marked with (*). SERVICES ON SUPPLEMENTARY BASIS: · One-way airport transfer by vehicle: 60 USD (cap.2 PAX); 80 USD by minivan (cap.3-4 PAX) · Guide service per 1 transfer: 100 USD · 4WD vehicle to Gergeti Trinity Church (per vehicle) – 35 USD pp (required min. 2 PAX) · Lunch at a local restaurant – 40 USD · Dinner at a local restaurant – 60 USD · Entrance fees in the Museums of Tbilisi – 20 USD per person / per museum · E-visa for Azerbaijan 45 USD pp
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THE BEST OF AZERBAIJAN AND GEORGIA
Azerbaijan – Georgia
10 Days / 9 Nights
The Great Silk Road was stretched from the Caspian Sea to the Black Sea coast. Once upon a time ancient caravans passed here, carrying delicate jewels, precious stones and spices. Today the Great Sild Road sites can be visited while travelling in the South Caucasus Countries.
Day 1: Arrival to Baku
Transfer to the hotel on supplementary basis, without guide*
Overnight in Baku
Day 2: Baku Old City & Absheron Peninsula tour
Baku City Tour. Shirvanshah’s Palace, Maidan Tower, Ateshgah, Carpet Museum
Free time for lunch
Drive to Absheron Peninsual. Visit the Yanar Dagh – the burning mountain Yanar Dag, Mardakan Castle, Ramana Castle
Overnight in Baku
Day 3: Baku-Gobustan-Shamakhi-Sheki (touring distance ±350km)
Drive to Gobustan. Visit Gobustan National Park. Drive to Shamakhi. Visiting Diribaba Mausoleum
Free time for lunch
Visit Juma-Mosque (Friday Mosque) of Shamakhi city
Visit Seven Domes – the complex of tombs built for Shirvan’s royal family in 18th c. Drive to Sheki
Overnight in Sheki
Day 4: Sheki- Lagodekhi Border-Tbilisi (touring distance ±320km)
Visit Sheki Khan’s Palace
Departure to Lagodegkhi Border (required walking distance approx. 500m)
Free time for lunch
Nekresi Architectural Complex; short walking tour in Telavi; after visits departure to Tbilisi
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 5: Half Day Tbilisi City Tour
Tbilisi Sightseeing tour. Sights to visit: Old City, Metekhi Church, Narikala Fortress, Abanotubani, – Sulphur bath district, Sioni Cathedral, Anchiskhati Basilica, Rustaveli Avenue
Free time for lunch
Suggested places to visit on supplementary basis: National Museum of Georgia*, Open Air Ethnographic Museum*
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 6: Round trip to Wine Region – Kakheti
(touring distance ±270km)
Drive to Kakheti region
Visit: Bodbe Nunnery, Sighnaghi – City of Love
Free time for lunch
Wine tasting at local winery
Drive back to Tbilisi
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 7: From Tbilisi to Khevi Province (touring distance ±205km)
Drive to the former capital of Mtskheta. Sights to visit: Jvari Monastery (UNESCO), Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (UNESCO)
Free time for lunch
Photo Stops along Georgian Military Highway
Hike up to Gergeti Trinity church – approx. 3hrs. Hiking (or on supplementary basis 4WD vehicle*)
Overnight in Gudauri
Day 8: Trip to the oldest urban settlement in Georgia (touring distance ±315km)
Drive to Uplistsikhe cave town via Ananuri architectural complex. Explore Uplistsikhe rock-hewn town
Free time for lunch
Stalin’s Museum and the house, where Stalin, the leader of Soviet Union, was born
Drive to Akhaltsikhe via Borjomi. Visit Borjomi Park to taste Brojomi mineral water
Overnight in Akhaltsikhe
Day 9: Akhaltsikhe – Vardzia – Tbilisi (touring distance ±290km)
Rabati castle, after drive to Vardzia via Khertvisi Fortress, with short photo stop.
Explore Vardzia Cave Complex
Free time for lunch
Panoramic view of Paravni Lake
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 10: Departure from Tbilisi.
Transfer to the airport on supplementary basis, without guide*
*Not Included Services – All services mentioned in the Itineraries, but marked with (*) are provided on supplementary basis – can be purchased on spot or booked in advance upon request
DISCOVER GEORGIA
2025-2026
DISCOVER GEORGIA
Georgia 10 days tour
You will visit the historical sites of the 1500-year-old country
Day 1. Tbilisi
Day 2. Tbilisi – City Tour
Day 3: Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Kazbegi – Stepantsmida – Tbilisi
Day 4: Tbilisi
Day 5: Tbilisi – Bodbe – Sighnaghi – Tsinandali/Telavi – Tbilisi
Day 6: Tbilisi
Day 7: Tbilisi – Borjomi – Vardzia
Day 8 Tbilisi
Day 9 Tbilisi
Day 10 Tbilisi
Price per person without meals (without breakfast, lunch or dinner included in the package price)
1925.00
2 airport transfers
1 x wine tasting
Services of an English- and Russian-speaking guide on excursion days
Entry tickets
Bottle of mineral water per person per day
International flights are not included in the package price
The price per person includes:
2090.00
2 airport transfers
10 nights at Tbilisi Inn or similar
Breakfast at the hotel
4 x lunches
2 dinners
1 x wine tasting
Services of an English- and Russian-speaking guide on excursion days
Entry tickets
Bottle of mineral water per person per day
International flights are not included in the package price
Hotel in Tbilisi
Mercure Tbilisi Old Town
Room, Double Bed
2 Adults
Bed and Breakfast
Holiday Inn Tbilisi An Ihg Hotel
Standard Room
Bed and Breakfast
Glarros Old Town hotel
Standard Room
Any season is the right season to visit Georgia. This part of the world is indeed a special place that offers something for everyone. Situated at the important crossroads where Europe meets Asia, Georgia has a unique and ancient cultural heritage, and is famed for its traditions of hospitality and cuisine. From fantastically beautiful towns of Svaneti and Kazbegi in the Caucasus Mountains to Batumi, a semitropical town on the Black Sea coastline, Georgia has a wealth of spectacular landscapes.
Why Visit Georgia?
Georgia is a home of versatile landscapes from snow-capped mountains and volcanoes to pristine deserts, from lush countryside to stunning seaside.
Georgia is a land of the first human beings in Europe (Homo Georgicus): 1.75-million-year-old skulls found in Dmanisi are the oldest evidence of human habitation in Europe.
Georgia is a cradle of wine: Grape pips found on Georgian soil are believed to be from the V-IV millennium BC. Georgia has over 500 native grape varieties and 8,000 years of winemaking history.
Georgia has an ancient winemaking method: The traditional “qvevri” winemaking method was added to UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Georgia has a unique alphabet: Described as a “living culture of three writing systems”, it was added to UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Georgia is homeland of Europe’s highest permanently inhabited settlements: The village Bochorna in Tusheti and the village of Ushguli in Svaneti.
Georgia is home to UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites: Bagrati Cathedral and Gelati Monastery, Mtskheta Historical Monuments, and Upper Svaneti Caucasus mountains, villages, and tower houses.
Georgia is a true paradise for food lovers: Exquisite and original, Georgian food was influenced by the Mediterranean world, Arab and Mongol flavors, Persian and Ottoman kitchens, the link stretching as far as Northern India.
Georgia is a heaven for free-riders and heli-skiers.
Georgia has a trendy nightlife with distinguished clubs and art cafes.
There is something here for everyone.
Georgia Today:
Georgia is 16th among 190 economies in World Bank’s Doing Business 2017
Georgia is ranked among 6 top safest countries in the Crime Index Rate 2017
Georgia is expected to be granted a visa-free travel regime with the EU for Georgian citizens travelling to the EU and or EU citizens when travelling to the territory of Georgia in 2017.
More than eight million international, non-resident travellers visited Georgia in 2018 according to the Georgian National Statistics Office.
Fast Facts about Georgia
Area: 69,700 km2
Population: 3,713,804
Language: Georgian (official) followed by Russian and English.
Time Zone: GET (UTC +4)
Currency: Georgian Lari (GEL)
Internet Domain: .ge
Phone Dial Code: +995
Climate: Continental in the east part, Alpine in the north, and subtropical in the west along the Black Sea coast
Largest Cities: Tbilisi (capital) Batumi, Kutaisi
Highest Peaks: Shkhara (5068 m), Janga (5059 m), Kazbegi (5047 m)
Largest Lakes: Paravani (37,5 m2), Kartsakhi (26, 3 m2), Paliatomi (18,2 m2)
Longest Rivers: Alazani (391 km in Georgia), Mtkvari (351 km in Georgia), Rioni (333 km in Georgia)
Coastline: Black Sea (310 km)
Program
Day 1. Tbilisi (B)
Arrival in Tbilisi.
Meeting guests at the airport and transfer to the hotel Early check in
Breakfast in the hotel.
Hotel accommodation.
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 2. Tbilisi (B/L/D)
Breakfast in the hotel.
ONE DAY TBILISI SIGHTSEEING TOUR
Duration of the program – 8-9 hours
TBILISI, beautiful & miraculous, has European character incredibly mixed with unforgettable features of old Georgian city, keeps traces of all major events of Georgian history & leaves no one indifferent. The most striking aspect of Tbilisi today is its self-assured revival of its own traditions. Tbilisi is once more assuming its position as the capital & mother city of the ancient state of Georgia. It is a city in which one comes face to face with all that is finest & all that is most frustrating in Georgia. Enjoy the sightseeing tour of the old part of Tbilisi – the multicultural and multi religious city with 1500 years history.
SITES TO VISIT
- Metekhi Church (12 th -13 th cc) was built under the order of King Demetre the 2 nd (‘The Devoted’), although the former church stood here already in 5 th century. This area was considered both religious and royal site, as in 12th century royal palace was moved near the church.
- District of Sulphur Bath Houses
- Sioni Cathedral (7 th -19 th cc) was started in 500. The cathedral has been ransacked, and damaged many times through its history. Despite all the havoc and destruction Sioni has survived and in such terms may be judged as a symbol for the city as a whole.
- Narikala Fortress (4 th c) – main citadel of the city, which overlooks the oldest part of Tbilisi. During centuries Narikala was considered the best strategic point and every ruler local or invader was adding some new construction to previous fortification.
- Anchiskhati Basilica and Bell Tower (6 th -18 th cc)
- Gabriadze Clock tower
- Rustaveli Avenue
- Sameba Cathedral (2004)
- Shopping time (visit souvenir and wine shops etc, visit Dry Bridge Flea Market)
- Orbeliani Square and Agmashenebeli Avenue
Timing:
09:00 depart from hotel
09:30 Start Tbilisi Sightseeing tour
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch time – Lunch at local restaurant in Old Tbilisi
14:00 – 15:00 Narikala Fortress visit
15:00 – 16:00 Sameba Cathedral tour
16:00 – 17:00 Orbeliani Square and Agmashenebeli Avenue
17:00 – 18:30 Rustaveli Avenue walking tour and shopping
– Cable car to Narikala Fortress
– Lunch at local standard class restaurant
– Dinner at local standard class restaurant
– Museums visit available supplementary base
PRICES INCLUDE
– Transportation by comfortable vehicle
– English/Russian speaking cultural Tour guide
– Entrance fees as per program
– Pick-up & drop-off
– Narikala Fortress cable car
– Lunch and dinner
Sep 18, 2023
Day 3: Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Kazbegi – Stepantsmida – Tbilisi (B /L)
Breakfast in the hotel.
- DAY TRIP TO KHEVI PROVINCE –MTSKHETA/ KAZBEGI / STEPANTSMINDA
Duration of the program – 8-10 hours
The most recommendable period: from May till mid-October
Spend your time relaxing and soaking up the views the Caucasus Mountains with its rich valleys and rushing mountain rivers. Take the opportunity to enjoy trip along Georgian Military Highway by exploring its attractive surroundings, as well as learning from sightseeing tours. Enjoy the breathtaking views of mountain passes littered by watchtowers and alpine fields. If weather conditions permit you’ll see ‘Mkinvartsveri’ or Mt. Kazbek (5047 m.) meaning ‘ice-top’. Natives of Khevi province often call this giant volcano ‘the bride of the Khevi.’
SITES TO VISIT
- Jvari Church (6th -7th cc) a masterpiece of the early Medieval Period. This example of classic tetra conch design with all its miniature size, strikes the viewers with its grandeur and integrity.
Splendor & ornate decorations Jvari monastery (6th c), housing the church & the fortification wall, demonstrated the power & confidence of the Georgian rulers.
- Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th c) which may be translated as “The Life-giving pillar”, is the main church of Mtskheta and a sacred place where the robe of Christ is being kept. Svetitskhoveli Cathedral was designed to correspond to the prosperity & upsurge of the Georgian state as well as one of the most venerated places of worship for Christians in Georgia.
- Ananuri Architectural Complex (16th -17th cc) the oldest northern citadel along Georgian Military Road.
- Gergeti Trinity Church (14th c) – 4 WD to Gergety Trinity Church:
Timing:
09:00 Depart from hotel
09:40 – 10:00 Javri Monastery sightseeing
10:15 – 11:00 Svetitskhoveli Cathedral visit and Mtskheta sightseeing
11:50 – 12:10 Ananuri Fortress visit
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch time
14:10 Arrive in Gudauri – Gudauri view point
15:00 Arrive in Kazbegi
15:30 – 16:00 Gergeti Church visit
19:00 Arrive in Tbilisi
What to bring with: Appropriate footwear, water, raincoat, torch, suntan lotion & hat
– Lunch at local standard class restaurant
– 4 WD to Gergety Trinity Church
PRICES INCLUDE
– Transportation by comfortable vehicle
– English speaking cultural Tour guide
– Pick-up & drop-off
– Lunch
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
Day 4: Tbilisi (B)
Breakfast in the hotel
Free day for rest.
Lunch and dinner are independent.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
Day 5: Tbilisi – Bodbe – Sighnaghi – Tsinandali/Telavi – Tbilisi (B/L/D) 180 km
Breakfast in the hotel
- DAY TRIP TO KAKHETI REGION – MAJOR HIGHLITES
Duration of the program – 8-10 hours
The trip leads to Kakheti province, famous wine making region of Georgia. Guided excursion en route to Bodbe nunnery with their tranquil cloister garden. St. Nino, who brought Christianity to Georgia in the 4th c., is buried in Bodbe. Then drive through the town of Sighnaghi, surrounded by the defensive wall. The town appears to be one of the examples of fortified medieval towns in the country. In Alazani valley visit elegant 12 th c. Alaverdi cathedral with its sheer size and splendor, a place of welcome, beauty and holiness, Ikalto Academy Complex – 11 th century cultural, religious and educational centre of Eastern Georgia.
SITES TO VISIT
- Sighnaghi – a Royal town surrounded by the defensive walls with 23 towers. Each of these towers were named after nearby villages and respective families and served as a refuge in case of danger. The town was mainly inhabited by merchants and artisans. It had many gates through which numerous Silk Road travelers from Asia and Europe passed on their way.
- Bodbe Nunnery Complex was founded during St. Nino’s earthly life, in the first part of the fourth century. During the Middle Ages Bodbe Convent represented ecclesiastical and cultural centers of the country.
- Tsinandaly Family Estate, its beautiful English style park and centuries old Wine cellar.
- Alaverdi Cathedral (11 th c) Symbol of Blossoming of Georgian Culture.
- Shuamta Monasteries (5 th -16th cc) – two of the most important and beautiful architectural monuments of Kakheti are the Dzveli (old) and Akhali (new) Shuamta Monasteries. Both of them stand in a forest of deciduous trees which makes them look even more fascinating.
Timing:
09:00 Depart from hotel
11:00 – 11:30 Bodbe Nunnery visit
11:35 – 12:15 Sighnaghi sightseeing and walking tour
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch at local’s house winery /or restaurant in Sighnaghi
14:40 – 15:15 Tsinandali Museum visit
15:45 – 16:10 Alaverdi Monastery sightseeing
16:30 – 17:10 Old and New Shuamta Monasteries visit
18:30 Arrive in Tbilisi
What to bring with: Appropriate footwear, water, raincoat, torch, suntan lotion & hat
– Dinner at local standard class restaurant
– Supplement for Wine Tasting at local winery (3 types)
PRICES INCLUDE
– Transportation by Comfortable Vehicle
– English/Russian Speaking Cultural Tour Guide
– Lunch at Local Restaurant
– Dinner at local standard class restaurant
– Entrance Fees as per Program
– Pick up & Drop off
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi
Day 6: Tbilisi (B )
Breakfast in the hotel
Free day for rest.
Lunch and dinner are independent.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
Day 7: Tbilisi – Borjomi – Vardzia (B / L)
Breakfast in the hotel
- DAY TRIP TO BORJOMI & VARDZIA CAVE TOWN
Duration of the program – 8-10 hours
Explore a location that us will immerse in the past. The name this place is Vardzia, It is a spectacular cave monastery site in southern Georgia, dug out of the Erusheti Mountain on the left bank of the Mtkvari River in Samtskhe-Javakheti region. It was the easternmost bastion of Christianity and holds special significance for Georgians because it is associated with King Tamar, the most famous woman in Georgian history. In the late 1100s the medieval kingdom of Georgia was resisting the onslaught of the Mongol hordes and King Tamar ordered the construction of an underground sanctuary.
SITES TO VISIT
- Borjomi – Town is famous for its mineral water industry (which is the number one export of Georgia).Archaeological excavations have revealed the existence of stone baths in the area, proving that these mineral waters have been utilized by people for thousands of years. Because of the supposed restorative and healing powers of the area’s mineral springs, it is a frequent destination for people with health problems. Borjomi is also home to the most extensive ecologically-themed amusement park in the Caucasus.
- Borjomi Mineral Water Park – The most remarkable virtues of Borjomi are its striking nature and unique mineral waters. One of the best places to experience this is the “Mineral Water Park” of Borjomi. The park itself dates back to the 1850s and is an attractive destination all throughout the year. Here you can taste the natural Borjomi mineral water and relax in a beautiful environment.
- Vardzia – A Cave Town with 13 levels constructed with natural caves being enlarged to contain over church and 6,000 dwelling places for monks and for those fleeing invaders.
What to bring with: Appropriate footwear, water, raincoat, torch, suntan lotion & hat
PRICES INCLUDE
– Transportation by Comfortable Vehicle
– English/Russian Speaking Cultural Tour Guide
– Lunch at Local Restaurant
– Entrance Fees as per Program
– Pick up & Drop off
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
Day 8 Tbilisi (B)
Breakfast in the hotel
Free day for rest.
Lunch and dinner are independent. No guide and transport service.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
Day 9. Tbilisi (B)
Breakfast in the hotel
Free day for rest.
Lunch and dinner are independent. No guide and transport service.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi
Day 10. Tbilisi
Breakfast in the hotel Late check out
Departure from the hotel. Transfer to Tbilisi International Airport
DISCOVER GEORGIA
2023-2024
DISCOVER GEORGIA
9 days, 8 nights
Tbilisi – Sighnaghi – Tsinandali / Telavi – Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Ananuri – Kazbegi –
Uplistsikhe – Gori – Borjomi – Akhaltsikhe – Vardzia – Khertvisi – Tbilisi
9 days, 8 nights
Day 1: Arrival in Tbilisi
Day 2: Tbilisi city tour
Day 3: Tbilisi – Bodbe – Signagi – Tsinandali / Telavi
Day 4: Signagi / Telavi – Tbilisi
Day 5: Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Ananuri – Kazbegi
Day 6: Kazbegi – Uplistsikhe – Gori – Borjomi – Akhaltsikhe
Day 7: Akhaltsikhe – Vardzia – Khertvisi – Tbilisi
Day 8: Tbilisi
Day 9: Tbilisi
2024-2026
DISCOVER GEORGIA
9 days, 8 nights
REGULAR TOURS (min. 4 people)
Package price based on double room accommodation:
4 pax = 1955 USD per person – Transportation by minivan
5 – 6 pax = 1935 USD per person – Transportation by minibus
7 – 9 pax = 1780 USD per person – Transportation by minibus
10 -12 pax = 1730 USD per person – Transportation by bus
Single room supplement = 720 USD per person
Price includes:
All transfers and transportations by comfortable vehicle (depend on group size)
4 WD vehicle to Gergety church
5 x overnights in Tbilisi 3-4* hotel (Tbilisi Inn or similar)
1 x overnight in 4* Holiday Inn hotel or similar in Telavi
1 x overnight in 4* Intourist hotel or similar in Kazbegi
1 x overnight in 4* Gino Rabath or similar in Akhaltsikhe
Breakfasts at the hotels
5 x lunches as per program
2 x wine tastings
2 x dinners
A bottle of mineral water per person per day
English speaking guide service
Entrance fees
Price excludes:
Flights; travel insurance; early check in / late check out; porters; alcohol beverages; PCR test (if needed); transportation and guide service on day 8; meals and services except described.
DISCOVER GEORGIA
8 days, 7 nights
Tbilisi – Sighnaghi – Tsinandali / Telavi – Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Ananuri – Kazbegi –
Uplistsikhe – Gori – Borjomi – Akhaltsikhe – Vardzia – Khertvisi – Tbilisi
Day 1: Arrival in Tbilisi
Day 2: Tbilisi city tour
Day 3: Tbilisi – Bodbe – Signagi – Tsinandali / Telavi
Day 4: Signagi / Telavi – Tbilisi
Day 5: Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Ananuri – Kazbegi
Day 6: Kazbegi – Uplistsikhe – Gori – Borjomi – Akhaltsikhe
Day 7: Akhaltsikhe – Vardzia – Khertvisi – Tbilisi
Day 8: Tbilisi
REGULAR TOURS (min. 4 people)
Package price based on double room accommodation:
4 pax = 1890 USD per person
5 – 6 pax = 1870 USD per person – Transportation by minibus
7 – 9 pax = 1715 USD per person – Transportation by minibus
10 -12 pax = 1670 USD per person – Transportation by bus
Single room supplement = 680 USD per person
Price includes:
All transfers and transportations by comfortable vehicle (depending on group size)
4WD vehicle to Gergety church
4 x overnights in Tbilisi 3-4* hotel (Tbilisi Inn or similar)
1 x overnight in 4* Holiday Inn hotel or similar in Telavi
1 x overnight in 4* Intourist hotel or similar in Kazbegi
1 x overnight in 4* Gino Rabath or similar in Akhaltsikhe
Breakfasts at the hotels
5 x lunches as per program
2 x wine tastings
2 x dinners
A bottle of mineral water per person per day
English speaking guide service
Entrance fees
Price excludes:
flights; travel insurance; early check in / late check out; porters; alcohol beverages; PCR test (if needed); meals and services except described.
Day 1. Arrival (-/-/-)
Arrival in Tbilisi.
Meeting guests at the airport and transfer to the hotel of the selected category.
Hotel accommodation. Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 2. Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Breakfast in the hotel.
- Excursion around Tbilisi.
Metekhi Church: a temple built in the 12th century. and served as a chapel of the Georgian royal family, has a tragic history.
It was destroyed several times during the invasions of Muslims and Tatar-Mongols.
It also served as a prison and theater during the Soviet period.
Sulfur baths: the famous Tbilisi baths are located on the same “bath” street, in a small area. They are built on warm sulfur-alkaline springs flowing from under Mount Tabor. The water temperature ranges from 37 to 47 degrees and has healing properties.
As for the baths themselves, most of the architecture resembles Turkish baths and dates back to the 16th-18th centuries.
Narikala Fortress: the emergence of the citadel, located on Mount Mtatsminda, dates back to the 4th century. The fortress was known as Shuris-Tsikhe, and the modern name was given to it, as it is believed, by the Mongols. The main part of the fortress was destroyed in 1827 by an explosion of gunpowder stored in one of the bastions. Some of them are used as residential buildings.
Zion Church of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God: the construction of the temple dates back to the 6th century. AD Many historical events are associated with it, and it also houses one of the main shrines of Georgia – the cross of St. Nino, the Enlightener of Georgia.
Chardin Tbilisi, you will find yourself among the cozy cafes and souvenir shops of the Chardin corner, a favorite place for citizens and guests of the capital. Narrow streets, wine cellars and art galleries keep the spirit of Old Tbilisi and lead to the Sioni Temple, named after Mount Zion, the 6th century Anchiskhati Basilica and the unique clock tower of the Rezo Gabriadze Puppet Theatre. After passing along the pedestrian Peace Bridge to the left bank of the Kura, you will visit the park of bizarre sculptures of Rike.
Bridge of Peace: Glass Footbridge
Mira on the Mtkvari River connects the Old City and modern Tbilisi – it offers an excellent panorama of many of the city’s sights. The wave-like structure, 156 meters long, was designed by Italian architect Michel de Lucci in collaboration with French lighting engineer Philippe Martineau.
Wine tasting in Caravanserai: built in 1650 next to the Sioni Cathedral. In 1795, during the invasion of Agha Magomed Khan, the caravanserai was completely destroyed. In 1818, a large caravanserai was rebuilt on this site. The caravanserai was three-story, had 33 hotel rooms on the top floor, 25 dukhans, warehouses and cellars. 11 masters occupied premises for tailoring Asian clothes and shoes. There was a pool in the courtyard of the caravanserai.
Overnight at the hotel.
Tour starts at 09:00
Tour finishes at about: 18:00 Duration: 8-9 hrs
Overnight in Tbilisi.
East of Georgia
Day 3. Tbilisi – Bodbe – Sighnaghi – Telavi (B/L/-) 180 km
Breakfast in the hotel. Lunch in the itinerary.
A trip to the wine-growing region of Kakheti, which is located in the eastern part of Georgia and is rightfully considered the cradle of Georgian winemaking. Unique grape varieties are cultivated here, such as Kindzmarauli, Manavi, Saperavi.
Visiting the monastery in Bodbe: the monastery and episcopal complex of St. George, located in Kakheti, the town of Bodbe, was built in the 9th century. The remains of St. Nino, the enlightener of Georgia, are buried here. In the XVI-XVI centuries, Bodbe was an important educational center.
In 1837 the monastery was abolished. And in 1889, the convent of St. Equal-to-the-Apostles Nino was opened here, which is still operating.
More Sighnaghi: this small town, located next to Bodbe, is one of the most popular tourist routes.
Located on a mountain, Sighnaghi attracts visitors with views of the Alazani Valley and the Caucasus Range. The city is also famous for its fortress built in the 18th century. Under King Erekle II, included in the list of the most famous and largest fortresses in Georgia.
The walls of the Signagi fortress miraculously survived and today surround the old part of the city and go far beyond the city boundaries. The fortress consists of 28 towers, each of which was built by residents of nearby villages and has similar names.
Wine tasting in Sighnaghi.
Wine tasting at Pheasant Tears or similar. Lunch, wine tasting.
Overnight in Telavi.
Day 4 Telavi – Tbilisi (B/L/-) 180 km
Breakfast in the hotel. Dinner
Next Trip to Tsinandali – the residence of the Georgian princes of the 19th century. Alexander Chavchavdze was the first to establish European style wine production in Georgia. Inspection of the residence and the park.
A trip to the wine region of Kakheti
Visit to Mosmieri winery near Telavi. Lunch, wine tasting.
Return to Tbilisi.
North of Georgia
Day 5: Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Ananuri – Kazbegi (B/L/-) 170 km
Breakfast in the hotel. Lunch in the itinerary.
Our today’s journey will take place along the Georgian Military Highway towards the border with Russia.
This is the oldest and most important transport artery for several centuries connecting Russia and the countries of the Caucasus.
First stop in Mtskheta, one of the oldest cities in Georgia. From the 3rd century AD Mtskheta was the capital of the Eastern Georgian kingdom of Iveria, and today it is the cultural and spiritual center of the country.
Visiting the picturesque monastery of Jvari, sung by M.Yu. Lermontov in the poem “Mtsyri”.
From the hill on which the monastery is located, breathtaking views of the confluence of the two rivers Aragva and Mtkvari and the Svetitskhoveli temple, the religious center of the city, where one of the greatest shrines of the Christian world, the Chiton of the Lord, is kept are kept.
On the way we will visit the Ananuri architectural complex – the former residence of the Aragveti princes. Churches and medieval towers of Ananuri majestically rise above Zhinvali Lake, embraced by the slopes of the Caucasus Mountains.
We continue the tour with a stop at the confluence of two mountain rivers near the village of Pasanauri. The peculiarity of this place is that each of the two rivers has its own color and at the confluence of the waters of the two rivers for a long time flow parallel to each other without mixing. Our path will continue through the Cross Pass with a stop at the panoramic observation deck of the Soviet period “Friendship of Peoples”, from where a picturesque view of the deep gorge of the Caucasus Range opens.
Upon arrival in Kazbegi, we will change the car to SUVs and go up to the Gergeti Trinity Church, located at an altitude of 2170 meters above sea level. In good weather, here you can enjoy the bewitching view of the famous Mount Kazbek.
Overnight at the hotel.
Tour starts at 09:00
Tour finishes at about: 18:00 – 19:00 Duration: 9-10 hrs.
Day 6. Kazbegi – Uplistsikhe – Gori – Borjomi – Akhaltsikhe (B/L/D) 340 km
Breakfast in the hotel. Lunch in the itinerary.
Further on the program Uplistsikhe: the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe is located 12 kilometers from Gori on the left bank of the Kura River.
Uplistsikhe is carved into the rock of Kvernaki. The city arose at the end of the II – at the beginning of the I millennium BC. e., experienced several ups and downs, was finally abandoned in the XIX century. and is one of the most important monuments of Georgian culture.
The uniqueness of the monument lies in the fact that, thanks to its structure, it has preserved the remains of architectural and religious buildings built over several millennia. During its heyday, Uplistsikhe included more than 700 caves and cave structures, of which only 150 have survived to this day.
Trip to Gori. It is one of the oldest cities in Georgia, the first historical references to it date back to the 6th century, for example, the ancient fortress of Goris-tsikhe can be distinguished. The ancient defensive fortress of Goris-tsikhe is located on a mountain hill, which is located in the center of Gori. Presumably, this fortress was built during the reign of the legendary Georgian king – David, who was given the nickname “Builder”. Archaeologists also suggest that the Goris-tsikhe fortress was built on the site of an even older defensive building.
Next visit to Borjomi, where guests will have a unique opportunity to taste the famous Borjomi water from a natural source.
Trip to Akhaltsikhe. Overnight in Akhaltsikhe. Dinner
Tour starts at 09:00
Tour finishes at about: 17:00-18:00 Duration: 8-9 hrs.
West of Georgia
Day 7. Akhaltsikhe – Vardzia – Khertvisi – Tbilisi (B/L/D) 300 km
Breakfast in the hotel. Lunch in the itinerary.
The city of Akhaltsikhe was founded in the first half of the 12th century AD. e. From the 14th century until the 80s of the 16th century, Akhaltsikhe was the center of culture, politics and economy of the Samtskhe-Javakheti region and the residence of the atabegs from the Jakeli family. In 1579, the city fell under the rule of the Ottoman Empire and in 1628 the city became the center of the Akhaltsikhe province of the Ottoman Empire.
Visit to Rabat Fortress. The history of the foundation of the fortress goes back to 1578, when the city of Akhaltsikhe (Lomsia) was taken by the Ottoman troops. In the southwestern part of Georgia, on the territory of the Akhaltsikhe region, on the left bank of the Kura River, there is the cave city of Vardzia. This is one of the significant monuments of the ancient material culture of Georgia. Visit to Vardzia complex.
Cave monastery complex of the XII-XIII centuries in the south of Georgia, in Javakheti. An outstanding monument of medieval Georgian architecture. Over 900 m along the left bank of the Kura in the sheer tuff wall of Mount Erusheti (Bear), up to 600 rooms were carved: churches, chapels, residential cells, storerooms, baths, refectories, treasuries, libraries.
The premises of the complex go 50 meters deep into the cliff and rise to a height of eight floors. Secret passages have been preserved that connected the premises, the remains of the water supply system and the irrigation system.
In the center of the monastery is the main temple in honor of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The hall-type temple is covered with a box vault (on girth arches) and decorated with pilasters; on the walls there are unique fresco paintings (including images of Tsar George III and Queen Tamar, 1180s, master George).
Next, a tour of the Khertvisi fortress. It is considered one of the oldest and most functional fortresses in Georgia. Khervisi is one of the first settlements on the territory of Georgia, which arose in ancient times, but was destroyed after the arrival of Alexander the Great. The church on the territory of the fortress was built in 985, and the walls – in 1354. The fortress was repeatedly destroyed. In the 16th century, the entire southern region of Georgia was captured by Turkey, and for about 300 years the fortress belonged to the Turks.
Return to Tbilisi.
Dinner at the restaurant with the program.
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 8 Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Free day in Tbilisi.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 9. Tbilisi Departure (B/-/-)
Release of rooms until 12.00
Transfer
DISCOVER GEORGIA
DISCOVER GEORGIA
8 DAYS – 7 NIGHTS.
Tbilisi- Kakheti- Mtskheta- Gudauri- Uplistsikhe- Vardzia
DAY 1. ARRIVAL – TBILISI
DAY 2. TBILISI
DAY 3. TBILISI – BODBE – SIGNAGI-TSINANDALI – TBILISI
DAY 4. TBILISI – MTSKHETA – ANANURI-GUDAURI
DAY 5. GUDAURI – KAZBEGI – GUDAURI
DAY 6. GUDAURI – UPLISTSIKHE – GORI -BORJOMI-AKHALTSIKHE
DAY 7. AKHALTSIKHE – VARDZIA – KHERTVISI -TBILISI
DAY 8. DEPARTURE
Guaranteed Departure Dates for 2025
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PRICES OF GUARANTEED DEPARTURE TOURS PER PERSON
(*MINIMUM 2 PERSONS)
DISCOVER GEORGIA
Budget Tour Package
Hotels: Astoria 3*, Gudauri Hut 3*, Grand Palace 3* or similar hotels
Price per person in double room accommodation upon request
Single room supplement 665 USD
Standard Tour Package
Hotels: Sharden 3*, Truso 3*, Rabath 3* or similar hotels
Price per person in double room accommodation upon request
Single room supplement 760 USD
Superior Tour Package
Hotels: Mercure Old Town 4*, Marco Polo 4*, Lomsia 3* or similar hotels
Price per person in double room accommodation upon request
Single room supplement 865 USD
PRICE INCLUDES:
Transportation as per program
English speaking tour guide (if more than 4 persons – request Spanish/Italian/German/French/Japanese/Russian speaking guide service, there will be additional guide on board)
Catering: 7 breakfasts; 2 lunches; 4 dinners;
1 wine tasting
Accommodation:
4 nights Tbilisi;
2 nights Gudauri;
1 night Akhaltsikhe;
Entrance fees as per program
1 bottle of mineral water per person/per day
PRICE EXCLUDES:
International Flights
Services marked with (*)
Alcohol beverages
Travel Insurance
Porters/Early Check in / Late Check out
Services except described/Visa fee if needed
SERVICES ON SUPPLEMENTARY BASIS:
One-way airport transfer by sedan (per vehicle) – 65 USD
5 seater 4WD vehicle to Gergeti Trinity Church (per vehicle) – 125 USD
Lunch at a local restaurant – 40 USD
Dinner at a local restaurant – 55 USD
Entrance fees in the Museums of Tbilisi – 10 USD
TOUR ITINERARY
DISCOVER GEORGIA
8 days / 7 nights
Day 1: Arrival to Tbilisi
Transfer to the hotel*
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 2: Half Day Tbilisi City Tour (aprox. ±50km)
10:00 – Tbilisi Sightseeing tour. Sights to visit: Old City, Metekhi Church, Narikala Fortress, Abanotubani – Sulphur bath district, Sioni Cathedral, Anshiskhati Basilica, Rustaveli Avenue
13:00 – Lunch*
Free time. Suggested places to visit: National Museum of Georgia*, Open Air Ethnographic Museum*
20:00 – Welcome dinner
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 3: Round trip to Wine Region – Kakheti (touring distance ±380km)
9:00 – Drive to Kakheti region
Visit: Bodbe Nunnery, Sighnaghi – City of Love
13:00 – Lunch and wine tasting at local winery
Visit Tsinandali Family Estate
20:00 – Dinner*.
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 4: From Tbilisi to Khevi Province (touring distance ±205km)
9:00 – Drive to Mtskheta. Sights to visit: Jvari Monastery, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
13:00 – Lunch*
Drive along Georgian Military Highway and visit Ananuri Architectural complex
20:00 – Dinner at the hotel
Overnight in Gudauri
Day 5: Explore the Greater Caucasus Mountains (touring distance ±65km)
9:00 – Drive to Stepantsminda
Hike up to Gergeti Trinity church – apps. 3hrs. hiking (or by 4WD vehicle*)
13:00 – Lunch*
Drive back to Gudauri
20:00 – Dinner at the hotel
Overnight in Gudauri
Day 6: Trip to the oldest urban settlement in Georgia (touring distance ±450km)
9:00 – Drive to Uplistsikhe. Explore Uplistsikhe rock-hewn town
13:00 – Lunch
Visit Stalin’s Museum and the house, where Stalin, the leader of Soviet Union, was born
Drive to Akhaltsikhe via Borjomi. Visit Borjomi Park to taste Brojomi mineral water
20:00 – Dinner*
Overnight in Akhaltsikhe
Day 7: Ancient cave monastery of Southern Georgia (aprox.±265km)
9:00 – Drive to Vardzia, explore Vardzia Cave complex
13:00 – Lunch*
Photo stop at Khertvisi Fortress
Visit Rabath Castle
20:00 – Farewell dinner at traditional Georgian restaurant, enjoying folk music and dance
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 8: Departure from Tbilisi.
Transfer to the airport*
*Not Included Services – All services mentioned in the Itineraries, but marked with (*) are provided on supplementary basis – can be purchased on spot or booked in advance upon request
DISCOVER GEORGIA & WONDERS OF GEORGIA
8 DAYS – 7 NIGHTS.
Information about Guaranteed Departure Tours
The Guaranteed Departure Tours are designed in the way to give the guests an opportunity to explore the highlights of Georgia: museums, important architectural monuments and diversity of the landscapes by visiting lowlands and Caucasus Mountain area
The tours provide package services, including accommodation in 3 or 4 star hotels, half board catering, transportation by comfortable vehicle and complete guiding in English language. In case of small group, the tour will be led by one guide.
Large, multilingual groups might be guided in two or more languages without interfering each other.
Arrival & Departure – Arrival day: Our driver will meet you at the airport and will provide transfer to the hotel on supplementary basis. Arrival day is your free day. An escorted tour starts on
Day 2. The guide will meet you at the hotel lobby one hour before the tour program starts and will provide detailed information about your trip.
Departure Day: Transfer to the airport can be arranged upon request.
Inland Transportation – Depending on group size we provide different types of vehicles: For large groups medium or full size busses (30-45 seats);
For smaller groups minibuses (15 seats) and minivans;
For individual travelers we offer sedan type cars.
Guides – We provide professional well-experienced guides. Guide is your primary contact person who will be pleased to assist you during your trip in the Caucasus. You can also contact our company representative in case of any emergency needs.
Tipping – Tips for service staff are not included in tour price. However, tipping in Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan is widely acceptable, but it is not mandatory.
Booking Terms – We would suggest to make reservation the at your earliest convenience.
In order to guarantee your booking, the payment should be done 60 days prior arrival.
Supplementary Basis Services – We would advise to book supplementary basis services in advance. Most of the services can be also purchased on spot.
Don’t hesitate to contact us for more information or request!
Culture and nature of Georgia
Culture and nature of Georgia
6 DAYS – 5 NIGHTS.
Information about Georgia:
Georgia is a small area of land to the south of the Great Caucasus Range, occupying the isthmus between
the Black and Caspian Seas. Georgia is bordered to the north by Russia, to the east by Azerbaijan and to the south by Turkey and Armenia.
Due to its relatively small size, (it occupies an area of only 69,700 sq/km) you can cross Georgia by car in a single day, meeting along the way steppes, semi deserts, subtropical forests and glaciers which are overlooked by peaks up to 5,000m high. The Great Caucasus Range serves as Georgia’s natural border with Russia. Its highest peaks are Mt.Shkhara 5,068m, Mt.Kazbek 5,047m.
Georgians call themselves Kartveli and their country Sakartvelo, i.e. the Georgians’ place. Orthodox Christianity, the state religion since the fourth century, has played a major part in Georgian
history and culture.
In geographic terms Georgia belongs to neither Europe nor Asia; in cultural terms it is neither East nor West. It has a distinct language and distinct customs and traditions, found nowhere else in the world. The uniqueness of the country is also reflected in the diversity of Georgia’s Natural Heritage. It possesses
a biodiversity of global significance, which can be seen in numerous National parks and Nature reserves.
Rich in Spa resorts, the country is a paradise for those who wish to relax, refresh and recreate.
Package price based on double/twin room accommodation (Kalasi 3*, Orion Old Town* or similar):
2 Pax: USD 2320.00 per person
PRICE INCLUDES:
Meeting and assistance at the airport in Tbilisi
Transfer Airport – hotel Tbilisi
Accommodation in a double/Twin room
Entrance fees to the museums and sites
Private car with driver as per to the Itinerary
5x overnights at hotel in Tbilisi
Catering: as per program
All breakfasts at the hotels.
1x lunch as per program.
1x wine tasting at local winery
1x dinner in Tbilisi
All transfers and transportation by comfortable vehicle
An English-speaking guide as per program
Entrance fees
1 bottle of water per person per day
PRICE EXCLUDES:
Entrance Visas.
Meals except mentioned above
Alcohol beverages
Airline tickets
Travel insurance
Porters
Early Check in/Late Check out
Services except described
Additional Information:
Tipping – Tips for service staff are not included in tour price. However, Tipping in Georgia is widely acceptable, but it is not mandatory.
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Tbilisi (-/-/-)
Arrival in Tbilisi.
Transfer from Tbilisi International Airport to hotel in Tbilisi.
Check inn at the hotel at 15:00.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
*No touring and catering service.
Day 2: Tbilisi City tour – Mtskheta – Tbilisi (B/-/D)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Here myth and history, culture and traditions, diverse nature and hospitable people; all intermingle with one another, inspired poetry, polyphonic songs and elegant dancing. A blend of cultures, a smell of spices, different nations meeting on street corners, different faiths sharing the same courtyards…. This is Tbilisi, the city that has been dominated by traders, warriors, tyrants and dictators in turn. Take a walk around the old town and breathe in the living past. Today Tbilisi is a modern city with well-known museums and theatres, art galleries, churches, Sulphur bathhouses and narrow streets with inner courts.
Sights to visit:
Metekhi Church of Assumption (13th c.) built by the king Demetre II. Resting upon the top of the hill, the church is a good example of cross-domed Georgian orthodox churches.
Georgian Synagogue – Jewish prayer house built from 1895 to 1903.
Sioni Cathedral (6th-19th cc.). The cathedral was the seat of the ruling Catholicos-Patriarchs and is commonly referred to as the “Tbilisi Sioni”, following an old Georgian custom of naming churches after places in the Holy Land.
Anchiskhati Basilica (6th c.) – the oldest surviving church in Tbilisi.
Narikhala Fortress – the main citadel of the city where you can enjoy the wonderful views of Tbilisi.
Sulphur Baths – high in sulphurs and other minerals, with a constant temperature of 38C to 40C, the waters have long been used as a therapeutic aid for a range of ailments.
Rustaveli Avenue – the central avenue in Tbilisi named after the medieval Georgian poet, Shota Rustaveli.
National Museum of Georgia where you can enjoy the permanent exhibition ‘The Archaeological Treasury’.
Drive to Mtskheta – the ancient capital of Georgia, located at the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers.
Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Jvari, the 6th century cross-shaped monastery built on the top of a cliff, overlooking the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers. At this place St. Nino, a female evangelist, erected a large wooden cross on the site of a pagan temple; Svetitskhoveli, the fortified cathedral dating from the 11th century. Svetitskhoveli is a sacred place where the Robe of Christ is buried.
Return to Tbilisi.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
*Lunch independent in Tbilisi.
*Dinner at the local restaurant with Georgian Folk Show in Tbilisi.
Day 3: Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free day in Tbilisi.
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 4: Tbilisi – Bodbe – Sighnaghi – Tsinandali – Tbilisi (B/L/-)
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast explore picturesque and the most fertile part of Georgia – Kakheti, which borders the Great Caucasus range from the north Alazani Valley, summits of which are over 3,000 m. This region is known as a birthplace of viticulture and wine- making. The reach land, burning sun and hard work have developed about 500 varieties of vine in Georgia. The history, culture and lifestyle of Georgians are embodied in Georgian wine. It is a symbol of Georgian hospitality, friendship, tolerance and a key to the mystery of Georgian longevity.
Visit Bodbe Nunnery (9thc), the place where St. Nino, the 4th.c female evangelist of Georgians is buried.
Explore Sighnaghi fortified town famous for its wine and carpet making culture. Enjoy breathtaking views of Kizikhi area and unusual Charm of Sighnaghi Royal Town. Have a walk along narrow streets of the town in shadow of wooden balconies richly decorated with the lace of carved ornaments.
Visit Tsinandali Family Estate and wine cellar, which once belonged to the 19th century aristocratic poet Alexander Chavchavadze. The residence consists of summer home, garden and winery, featuring several vintages of white wine.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
*Lunch with wine tasting at local family in Kakheti.
*Dinner independent in Tbilisi.
Day 5: Tbilisi – Gori – Uplistsikhe – Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Drive to the center of Shida Kartli region – Gori, known as the birthplace of the Soviet leader Joseph Stalin. Visit Stalin’s Museum in Gori where you can see the house, where Stalin was born and his personal railway carriage.
Visit Uplistsikhe (“Fortress of God”) rock-hewn town (2nd Millennium BC). Uplistsikhe is located on the left bank of Mtkvari river and is notable for unique combination of various styles of rock-cut cultures and the co-existence of pagan and Christian architecture. Here you can see ancient wine presses carved in stone.
Return to Tbilisi.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
*Lunch and dinner independent.
Day 6: Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out by 12:00 pm.
Transfer to Tbilisi International Airport.
END OF THE TOUR!
WONDERS OF GEORGIA
WONDERS OF GEORGIA
8 Days / 7 Nights.
Tbilisi- Kakheti- Mtskheta- Gudauri- Uplistsikhe- Batumi
Day 1. Arrival – Tbilisi
Day 2. Tbilisi-
Day 3. Tbilisi – Bodbe – Signagi-Tsinandali – Tbilisi
Day 4. Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Ananuri-Gudauri
Day 5. Kutaisi – Uplistsikhe
Day 6. Batumi
Day 7. Batumi
Day 8. Departure Batumi
Total touring distance ≈ 1120 kmDuring the tour you will traverse Georgia from the snowy, severe and inaccessible summits of the Caucasus to the subtropical Black Sea coast. This tour involves travelling through radically different regions of Georgia, starting from Tbilisi and departing from Batumi.
WONDERS OF GEORGIA
8 Days / 7 Nights.
Tbilisi- Kakheti- Mtskheta- Gudauri- Uplistsikhe- Batumi
Guaranteed Departure Dates for 2022-2024 upon request
PRICE EXCLUDES:
International Flights
Services marked with (*)
Alcohol beverages
Travel Insurance
Porters
Early Check in / Late Check out
Services except described
Visa fee if needed
SERVICES ON SUPPLEMENTARY BASIS:
One-way airport transfer by sedan (per vehicle) Tbilisi 65 USD
One-way airport transfer by sedan (per vehicle) Batumi 45 USD
5 seater 4WD vehicle to Gergeti Church (per vehicle)125 USD
Lunch at a local restaurant – 40 USD
Dinner at a local restaurant – 55 USD
Entrance fees in the Museums of Tbilisi – 10 USD
Excursion in Batumi botanical Garden: (minimum 4 persons; Price includes transportation, guide service and entrance fee) – 80 USD
Excursion in Mountains of Ajara, including Makhuntseti waterfall, Queen Tamara Bridge, Adjarian Wine House and Gonio Fortress (minimum 4 persons; Price includes transportation, guide service, entrance fee and wine tasting) – 120 USD
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival to Tbilisi
Transfer to the hotel*
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 2: Half Day Tbilisi City Tour (aprox. ±50km)
10:00 – Tbilisi Sightseeing tour. Sights to visit: Old City, Metekhi Church, Narikala Fortress, Abanotubani – Sulphur bath district, Sioni Cathedral, Anshiskhati Basilica, Rustaveli Avenue
13:00 – Lunch*
Free time. Suggested places to visit: National Museum of Georgia*, Open Air Ethnographic Museum*
20:00 – Welcome dinner
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 3: Round trip to Wine Region – Kakheti (touring distance ±380km)
9:00 – Drive to Kakheti region
Visit: Bodbe Nunnery, Sighnaghi – City of Love
13:00 – Lunch and wine tasting at local winery
Visit Tsinandali Family Estate
20:00 – Dinner*.
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 4: From Tbilisi to Khevi Province (touring distance ±205km)
9:00 – Drive to Mtskheta. Sights to visit: Jvari Monastery, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
Drive along Georgian Military Highway and visit Ananuri Architectural Complex
13:00 – Lunch* Hike up to Gergeti Trinity Church – app.3hr hiking (or by 4WD vehicle*)
20:00 – Dinner at the hotel
Overnight in Gudauri
Day 5: Trip to the oldest urban settlement in Georgia (touring distance ±335km)
9:00 – Drive to Uplistsikhe. Explore Uplistsikhe rock-hewn town
13:00 – Lunch; Visit Stalin’s Museum and the house, where Stalin, the leader of Soviet Union, was born
Drive to Kutaisi, the ancient Kingdom of Colchis
20:00 – Dinner*
Overnight in Kutaisi
Day 6: Trip to Black Sea Coast (touring distance ±145km)
9:00 – Visit Gelati Monastery – the UNESCO Heritage Site. Drive to Batumi
13:00 – Lunch; Explore Batumi, one of the most beautiful cities of the Black Sea Soast
20:00 – Dinner*
Overnight in Batumi
Day 7: Free Day in Batumi
9:00 – Botanical Garden*
13:00 – Lunch*. Explore Mountains of Adjara*
20:00 – Farewell dinner*
Overnight in Batumi
Day 8: Departure from Batumi.
Transfer to the airport*
*Not Included Services – All services mentioned in the Itineraries, but marked with (*) are provided on supplementary basis – can be purchased on spot or booked in advance upon request
Not Included Services – Services Mentioned In The Itineraries, But Marked With Are Provided On Supplementary Basis – Can Be Purchased On Spot Or Booked In Advance Upon Request.
PRICES OF GUARANTEED DEPARTURE TOURS PER PERSON FOR 2023-2024
(*MINIMUM 2 PERSONS)
WONDERS OF GEORGIA
Budget Tour Package
Hotels: Astoria 3*, Gudauri Hut 3*, Guest House in Kutaisi, Vanilla 3*or similar hotels
Price per person in double room accommodation 3120 USD
Single room supplement 775 USD
Standard Tour Package
Hotele: Sharden 3*, Truso 3*, Aeetes Palace 3*, Era Palace 3* or similar hotels
Price per person in double room accommodation 3565 USD
Single room supplement 950 USD
Superior Tour Package
Hotels: Mercure Old Town 4*, Marco Polo 4*, Bagrati 4*, World Palace 4* or similar hotels
Price per person in double room accommodation 3930 USD
Single room supplement 1195 USD
PRICE INCLUDES:
Transportation as per program
English speaking tour guide (if more than 4 persons – request Spanish/Italian/German/French/Japanese/Russian speaking guide service, there will be additional guide on board)
Catering:7 breakfasts,3 lunches,2 dinners,
1 wine tasting
Accommodation:
3 nights Tbilisi;
1 night Gudauri;
1 night Kutaisi;
2 nights Batumi
Entrance fees as per program
1 bottle of mineral water per person/per day
TBILISOBA TBILISI GEORGIA
2025
SEPTEMBER 2025
TBILISOBA TBILISI GEORGIA 2023-2024
9 Days 8 Nights
Package price based on double/twin room accommodation:
2475 USD per person (transportation by minibus)
Single Supplement 735 USD per person
PRICE INCLUDES:
8x overnights at 3* hotel in Tbilisi with breakfast
Catering: as per program (B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner)
All breakfast at the hotels.
All transfers and transportation by comfortable vehicle as per program.
An English/Russian-speaking guide as per program.
Entrance fees
1 bottle of water per person per day
PRICE EXCLUDES:
1.Day trip to Borjomi* with (*) are provided on supplementary basis booked in advance upon request
2.Culinary tour Tbilisi *with (*) are provided on supplementary basis booked in advance upon request
Entrance Visas.
Meals except mentioned above
Alcohol beverages
Airline tickets
Travel insurance
Porters
Early Check in/Late Check out
Services except described
Georgia
Any season is the right season to visit Georgia. This part of the world is indeed a special place that offers something for everyone. Situated at the important crossroads where Europe meets Asia, Georgia has a unique and ancient cultural heritage, and is famed for its traditions of hospitality and cuisine. From fantastically beautiful towns of Svaneti and Kazbegi in the Caucasus Mountains to Batumi, a semitropical town on the Black Sea coastline, Georgia has a wealth of spectacular landscapes.
Why Visit Georgia?
Georgia is a home of versatile landscapes from snow-capped mountains and volcanoes to pristine deserts, from lush countryside to stunning seaside.
Georgia is a land of the first human beings in Europe (Homo Georgicus): 1.75-million-year-old skulls found in Dmanisi are the oldest evidence of human habitation in Europe.
Georgia is a cradle of wine: Grape pips found on Georgian soil are believed to be from the V-IV millennium BC. Georgia has over 500 native grape varieties and 8,000 years of winemaking history.
Georgia has an ancient winemaking method: The traditional “qvevri” winemaking method was added to UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Georgia has a unique alphabet: Described as a “living culture of three writing systems”, it was added to UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Georgia is homeland of Europe’s highest permanently inhabited settlements: The village Bochorna in Tusheti and the village of Ushguli in Svaneti.
Georgia is home to UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites: Bagrati Cathedral and Gelati Monastery, Mtskheta Historical Monuments, and Upper Svaneti Caucasus mountains, villages, and tower houses.
Georgia is a true paradise for food lovers: Exquisite and original, Georgian food was influenced by the Mediterranean world, Arab and Mongol flavors, Persian and Ottoman kitchens, the link stretching as far as Northern India.
Georgia is a heaven for free-riders and heli-skiers.
Georgia has a trendy nightlife with distinguished clubs and art cafes.
There is something here for everyone.
Georgia Today:
Georgia is 16th among 190 economies in World Bank’s Doing Business 2017
Georgia is ranked among 6 top safest countries in the Crime Index Rate 2017
Georgia is expected to be granted a visa-free travel regime with the EU for Georgian citizens travelling to the EU and or EU citizens when travelling to the territory of Georgia in 2017.
More than eight million international, non-resident travellers visited Georgia in 2018 according to the Georgian National Statistics Office.
Fast Facts about Georgia
Area: 69,700 km2
Population: 3,713,804
Language: Georgian (official) followed by Russian and English.
Time Zone: GET (UTC +4)
Currency: Georgian Lari (GEL)
Internet Domain: .ge
Phone Dial Code: +995
Climate: Continental in the east part, Alpine in the north, and subtropical in the west along the Black Sea coast
Largest Cities: Tbilisi (capital) Batumi, Kutaisi
Highest Peaks: Shkhara (5068 m), Janga (5059 m), Kazbegi (5047 m)
Largest Lakes: Paravani (37,5 m2), Kartsakhi (26, 3 m2), Paliatomi (18,2 m2)
Longest Rivers: Alazani (391 km in Georgia), Mtkvari (351 km in Georgia), Rioni (333 km in Georgia)
Coastline: Black Sea (310 km)
SEPTEMBER 2025
TBILISOBA TBILISI GEORGIA 2025
9 Days 8 Nights
Day 1: Arrival in Tbilisi (-/-/-)
Arrival in Tbilisi.
Transfer from Tbilisi International Airport to hotel in Tbilisi.
Check inn at the hotel at 15:00.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
*No touring and caterings service.
Day 2 : Tbilisi City tour – Mtskheta – Tbilisi (B/-/D)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Here myth and history, culture and traditions, diverse nature and hospitable people; all intermingle with one another, inspired poetry, polyphonic songs and elegant dancing. A blend of cultures, a smell of spices, different nations meeting on street corners, different faiths sharing the same courtyards…. This is Tbilisi, the city that has been dominated by traders, warriors, tyrants and dictators in turn. Take a walk around the old town and breathe in the living past. Today Tbilisi is a modern city with well-known museums and theatres, art galleries, churches, Sulphur bathhouses and narrow streets with inner courts.
Sights to visit:
– Metekhi Church of Assumption (13th c.) built by the king Demetre II. Resting upon the top of the hill, the church is a good example of cross-domed Georgian orthodox churches.
– Georgian Synagogue – Jewish prayer house built from 1895 to 1903.
– Sioni Cathedral (6th-19th cc.). The cathedral was the seat of the ruling Catholicos-Patriarchs and is commonly referred to as the “Tbilisi Sioni”, following an old Georgian custom of naming churches after places in the Holy Land.
– Anchiskhati Basilica (6th c.) – the oldest surviving church in Tbilisi.
– Narikhala Fortress – the main citadel of the city where you can enjoy the wonderful views of Tbilisi.
– Sulphur Baths – high in sulphurs and other minerals, with a constant temperature of 38C to 40C, the waters have long been used as a therapeutic aid for a range of ailments.
– Rustaveli Avenue – the central avenue in Tbilisi named after the medieval Georgian poet, Shota Rustaveli.
– National Museum of Georgia where you can enjoy the permanent exhibition ‘The Archaeological Treasury’.
Drive to Mtskheta – the ancient capital of Georgia, located at the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers.
Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Jvari, the 6th century cross-shaped monastery built on the top of a cliff, overlooking the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers. At this place St. Nino, a female evangelist, erected a large wooden cross on the site of a pagan temple; Svetitskhoveli, the fortified cathedral dating from the 11th century. Svetitskhoveli is a sacred place where the Robe of Christ is buried.
Return to Tbilisi.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
*Lunch independent in Tbilisi.
Not include *Dinner at the local restaurant with Georgian Folk Show in Tbilisi.
Day 3 : Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free day in Tbilisi.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
Day 4 : Tbilisi – Bodbe – Sighnaghi – Tsinandali – Tbilisi (B/L/-)
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast explore picturesque and the most fertile part of Georgia – Kakheti, which borders the Great Caucasus range from the north Alazani Valley, summits of which are over 3,000 m. This region is known as a birthplace of viticulture and wine- making. The reach land, burning sun and hard work have developed about 500 varieties of vine in Georgia. The history, culture and lifestyle of Georgians are embodied in Georgian wine. It is a symbol of Georgian hospitality, friendship, tolerance and a key to the mystery of Georgian longevity.
Visit Bodbe Nunnery (9thc), the place where St. Nino, the 4th.c female evangelist of Georgians is buried.
Explore Sighnaghi fortified town famous for its wine and carpet making culture. Enjoy breathtaking views of Kizikhi area and unusual Charm of Sighnaghi Royal Town. Have a walk along narrow streets of the town in shadow of wooden balconies richly decorated with the lace of carved ornaments.
Visit Tsinandali Family Estate and wine cellar, which once belonged to the 19th century aristocratic poet Alexander Chavchavadze. The residence consists of summer home, garden and winery, featuring several vintages of white wine.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
Include in program Lunch with wine tasting at local family in Kakheti.
*Dinner independent in Tbilisi.
Day 5 : Tbilisi – Gori – Uplistsikhe – Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Drive to the center of Shida Kartli region – Gori, known as the birthplace of the Soviet leader Joseph Stalin. Visit Stalin’s Museum in Gori where you can see the house, where Stalin was born and his personal railway carriage.
Visit Uplistsikhe (“Fortress of God”) rock-hewn town (2nd Millennium BC). Uplistsikhe is located on the left bank of Mtkvari river and is notable for unique combination of various styles of rock-cut cultures and the co-existence of pagan and Christian architecture. Here you can see ancient wine presses carved in stone.
Return to Tbilisi.
Overnight at the hotel in Tbilisi.
*Lunch and dinner independent.
Day 6 : Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free day in Tbilisi.
Overnight in Tbilisi
- Day trip to Borjomi* with (*) are provided on supplementary basis booked in advance upon request
Day 7 : Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free day in Tbilisi.
Overnight in Tbilisi
- Culinary tour Tbilisi *with (*) are provided on supplementary basis booked in advance upon request
Day 8 : Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free day in Tbilisi.
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 9 : Tbilisi (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out by 12:00 pm.
Transfer to Tbilisi International Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Travel Tips
Грузия
Любое время года – подходящее время для посещения Грузии. Эта часть мира действительно особенное место, которое предлагает что-то для всех. Расположенный на важном перекрестке, где Европа встречается с Азией, Грузия обладает уникальным и древним культурным наследием и славится своими традициями гостеприимства и кухни. От фантастически красивых городов Сванети и Казбеги в горах Кавказа до Батуми, полутропического города на побережье Черного моря, Грузия обладает множеством захватывающих пейзажей.
Грузия
Грузия является домом для разнообразных ландшафтов от заснеженных гор и вулканов до нетронутых пустынь, от пышной сельской местности до потрясающего побережья.
Грузия – страна первых людей в Европе (Homo Georgicus): найденные в Дманиси черепа возрастом 1,75 миллиона лет являются самым древним свидетельством обитания человека в Европе.
Грузия – колыбель вина. Считается, что виноградные косточки, найденные на грузинской земле, относятся к V-IV тысячелетию до нашей эры. В Грузии более 500 местных сортов винограда и 8000 лет истории виноделия.
В Грузии существует древний метод виноделия: традиционный метод виноделия «квеври» был добавлен в Список нематериального культурного наследия человечества ЮНЕСКО.
В Грузии есть уникальный алфавит: описанный как «живая культура трех систем письма», он был добавлен в Список нематериального культурного наследия человечества ЮНЕСКО.
Грузия является родиной самых высоких постоянно населенных населенных пунктов Европы: села Бочорна в Тушети и села Ушгули в Сванетии.
В Грузии находятся объекты всемирного наследия ЮНЕСКО: Кафедральный собор Баграти и Гелатский монастырь, исторические памятники Мцхета, а также горы, деревни и башни в Верхней Сванетии.
Грузия является настоящим раем для гурманов: на изысканную и оригинальную грузинскую кухню повлияли средиземноморский мир, арабские и монгольские ароматы, персидские и османские кухни, связь которых простирается до Северной Индии.
Грузия – рай для фрирайдеров и хели-лыжников.
В Грузии модная ночная жизнь с выдающимися клубами и арт-кафе.
Здесь есть что-то для всех.
Грузия сегодня:
Грузия занимает 16-е место среди 190 стран мира в Doing Business 2017 Всемирного банка
Грузия входит в число 6 самых безопасных стран по показателю преступности за 2017 год
Ожидается, что Грузии будет предоставлен безвизовый режим путешествий с ЕС для граждан Грузии, путешествующих в ЕС, и / или граждан ЕС при поездке на территорию Грузии в 2017 году.
По данным Национального статистического управления Грузии, в 2018 году Грузию посетили более восьми миллионов международных путешественников-нерезидентов.
Быстрые факты о Грузии
Площадь: 69 700 км2
Население: 3 713 804 человек
Язык: грузинский (официальный), затем русский и английский.
Часовой пояс: GET (UTC + 4)
Валюта: грузинский лари (лари)
Интернет-домен: .ge
Телефонный код: +995
Климат: континентальный в восточной части, альпийский на севере и субтропический на западе вдоль побережья Черного моря
Крупнейшие города: Тбилиси (столица) Батуми, Кутаиси
Самые высокие вершины: Шхара (5068 м), Джанга (5059 м), Казбеги (5047 м)
Крупнейшие озера: Паравани (37,5 м2), Карцахи (26,3 м2), Палиатоми (18,2 м2)
Самые длинные реки: Алазани (391 км в Грузии), Мтквари (351 км в Грузии), Риони (333 км в Грузии)
Береговая линия: Черное море (310 км)
Georgia
Any season is the right season to visit Georgia. This part of the world is indeed a special place that offers something for everyone. Situated at the important crossroads where Europe meets Asia, Georgia has a unique and ancient cultural heritage, and is famed for its traditions of hospitality and cuisine. From fantastically beautiful towns of Svaneti and Kazbegi in the Caucasus Mountains to Batumi, a semitropical town on the Black Sea coastline, Georgia has a wealth of spectacular landscapes.
Why Visit Georgia?
Georgia is a home of versatile landscapes from snow-capped mountains and volcanoes to pristine deserts, from lush countryside to stunning seaside.
Georgia is a land of the first human beings in Europe (Homo Georgicus): 1.75-million-year-old skulls found in Dmanisi are the oldest evidence of human habitation in Europe.
Georgia is a cradle of wine: Grape pips found on Georgian soil are believed to be from the V-IV millennium BC. Georgia has over 500 native grape varieties and 8,000 years of winemaking history.
Georgia has an ancient winemaking method: The traditional “qvevri” winemaking method was added to UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Georgia has a unique alphabet: Described as a “living culture of three writing systems”, it was added to UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Georgia is homeland of Europe’s highest permanently inhabited settlements: The village Bochorna in Tusheti and the village of Ushguli in Svaneti.
Georgia is home to UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites: Bagrati Cathedral and Gelati Monastery, Mtskheta Historical Monuments, and Upper Svaneti Caucasus mountains, villages, and tower houses.
Georgia is a true paradise for food lovers: Exquisite and original, Georgian food was influenced by the Mediterranean world, Arab and Mongol flavors, Persian and Ottoman kitchens, the link stretching as far as Northern India.
Georgia is a heaven for free-riders and heli-skiers.
Georgia has a trendy nightlife with distinguished clubs and art cafes.
There is something here for everyone.
Georgia Today:
Georgia is 16th among 190 economies in World Bank’s Doing Business 2017
Georgia is ranked among 6 top safest countries in the Crime Index Rate 2017
Georgia is expected to be granted a visa-free travel regime with the EU for Georgian citizens travelling to the EU and or EU citizens when travelling to the territory of Georgia in 2017.
More than eight million international, non-resident travellers visited Georgia in 2018 according to the Georgian National Statistics Office.
Fast Facts about Georgia
Area: 69,700 km2
Population: 3,713,804
Language: Georgian (official) followed by Russian and English.
Time Zone: GET (UTC +4)
Currency: Georgian Lari (GEL)
Internet Domain: .ge
Phone Dial Code: +995
Climate: Continental in the east part, Alpine in the north, and subtropical in the west along the Black Sea coast
Largest Cities: Tbilisi (capital) Batumi, Kutaisi
Highest Peaks: Shkhara (5068 m), Janga (5059 m), Kazbegi (5047 m)
Largest Lakes: Paravani (37,5 m2), Kartsakhi (26, 3 m2), Paliatomi (18,2 m2)
Longest Rivers: Alazani (391 km in Georgia), Mtkvari (351 km in Georgia), Rioni (333 km in Georgia)
Coastline: Black Sea (310 km)
Азербайджан
Добро пожаловать в Азербайджан! Страна огня, потрясающей природы, древних и современных городов, гостеприимных людей и великолепной кухни. Азербайджан – самая большая страна Южного Кавказа, расположенная между Кавказскими горами и Каспийским морем, Азербайджан – жемчужина Кавказа. Страна цветов, контрастов и ароматов поразит вас, вы полюбите ее с первого взгляда!
Начнем со столицы – Баку. Баку – самый большой город на Кавказе, этот город настолько уникален и так интересен: современная высокотехнологичная архитектура наряду с самыми старыми зданиями и советскими изображениями. В городе много торговых центров, ресторанов и развлекательных заведений, самая интересная часть – это старый город Баку, который называется Ичери Шехер, этот район входит в список Всемирного наследия ЮНЕСКО, здесь вы можете увидеть самый красивый дворец Ширваншахов, Майдан. Башня и мечеть Джума. Баку полон сюрпризов возле старого города, а на узких улочках вы можете внезапно обнаружить «Маленькую Венецию», танцующие фонтаны, парки и скверы.
Азербайджан очень старый район, он был заселен с древних времен, и археологи обнаружили пещеры и орудия, насчитывающие 1,5 миллиона лет. В Азербайджане вы можете исследовать самые уникальные достопримечательности в мире, например, Национальный парк Гобустан, который воспринимает 40 000 лет наскального рисунка и отражает образ жизни, воображение, традиции и ритуалы древних людей. Это место полно грязевых вулканов, считается, что грязь обладает лечебными свойствами, поэтому туристам очень нравится это место. Так что в Азербайджане вы можете путешествовать во времени и пространстве и погрузиться в древние времена.
В Азербайджане есть литературное все: удивительная горная природа, море и, конечно, нефть. Нефтяная промышленность является самой важной для всей страны в экономическом отношении и, конечно, исторически, даже туристические основные достопримечательности связаны с явлениями нефти и природного газа.
Благодаря природному горящему газу Азербайджан был лучшим местом для зороастрийских верующих, так как огонь – это свет Божий и самый важный символ зороастрийцев, они приходят в Азербайджан из-за него и из-за этого естественного пламени, где для них знаки Бога. Зороастрийские верующие оставили некоторые очень важные ориентиры в стране, например Храм огня Атешга или Янар Даг – горящая гора, которая, похоже, тоже была местом поклонения. Сейчас эти места – самые посещаемые места в окрестностях Баку, только представьте, как горят горы уже 4 000 лет, несмотря на то, что снег, дикий дождь или дождь очень впечатляют!
Что еще? Древний город Габала, Шамахи, Шеки, Ленкорань – все эти города такие интересные и красивые. В Азербайджане есть много объектов Всемирного наследия ЮНЕСКО, представьте себе, как это удивительное место, оно единственное и уникальное, наслаждайтесь!
Туристические визы можно получить в азербайджанских посольствах по всему миру или через электронную визу онлайн без обращения в любое посольство. С 15 марта 2013 года в Азербайджане внедряется новая процедура туристической электронной визовой системы, которая предусматривает исполнение Указа Президента Азербайджанской Республики от 20 ноября 2012 года «Об упрощении визовых процедур для иностранцев и лиц без гражданства». лица, путешествующие в Азербайджанскую Республику ». С целью привлечения большего количества туристов со всего мира, эта новая система предназначена для перевода всех визовых заявлений в электронный контекст, который является очень дешевым, быстрым и простым. Посетители должны загрузить все необходимые документы на www.evisa.com.az. После того, как соответствующие документы подготовлены, www.evisa.com.az обращается в Министерство иностранных дел за электронной визой. После подтверждения МИДа электронная виза направляется посетителям в электронном формате. Отныне посетители просто должны распечатать электронную визу и могут свободно посещать страну любым способом въезда (по воздуху, по суше, по морю и т. Д.)
Azerbaijan
Welcome to Azerbaijan! The country of fire, stunning nature, ancient and modern cities, hospitable people and great cuisine. Azerbaijan is the biggest country is the South Caucasus, situated between the Caucasus Mountains and Caspian Sea, Azerbaijan is Pearl of the Caucasus. The country of colors, contrasts and flavors will blow your mind, you will love it at the first sight!
Let’s begin with the capital city – Baku. Baku is the biggest city in the Caucasus, this city is so unique and so interesting: modern high technology architecture alongside with the oldest buildings and soviet visuals. There are lots of malls, restaurants and entertainment places in the city, the most interesting part is the old city Baku is called Icheri Sheher, this area is among the World Heritage Sites by Unesco, here you can see the most beautiful Shirvanshah’s Palace, Maidan Tower and Juma Mosque. Baku is full of surprises near the old town and narrow streets you can suddenly find “Little Venice”, dancing fountains, parks and squares.
Azebaijan is a very old area, it was populated from the ancient times, and Archaeologists have found caves and tools dating back 1.5 million years. In Azerbaijan you can explore the most unique sights in the world, for example Gobustan National Park, which perceives 40 000 years of rock drawing and reflects the lifestyle, imagination, traditions and rituals of the ancient people. This place is full of mud volcanoes, mud is thought to have medicinal qualities, so tourists enjoy this place very much. So in Azerbaijan you can travel I time and space and immerse yourself in ancient times.
Azerbaijan has literary everything: amazing mountainous nature, sea and of course oil. The Petroleum industry is the most important for the whole country economically and of course historically, even tourist the main attractions are connected with oil and natural gas phenomena.
Because of natural burning gas, Azerbaijan was the best place for Zoroastrian worshippers, as fire is the light of God and the most important symbol of Zoroastrians, they come to Azerbaijan because of it and these natural flames where signs of God for them. Zoroastrian worshippers left some very important landmarks in the country, for example Ateshgah Temple of fire or Yanar Dag – burning mountain which seemed to be worshipping place too. Now these places are the most visitable places near Baku, just imagine mountain burning already 4 000 years despite snow, wild or rain, very impressive!
What else? Ancient city Gabala, Shamakhi, Sheki, Lankaran all these cities are so interesting and beautiful. There are lots of Word Heritage sites by UNESCO in Azerbaijan, imagine how amazing this destination is, it’s only one and unique, enjoy!
Tourist visas can be obtained from Azerbaijani embassies around the world or through electronic visa online without going to any embassy. Starting from March 15, 2013 new procedure of tourist e-visa system has been implementing in Azerbaijan to provide the execution of the Decree of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan dated November 20, 2012 ”On the facilitation of visa procedures for foreigners and stateless persons, traveling to the Republic of Azerbaijan”. With an aim to attract more tourists from all over the world, this new system is designed to transfer all visa applications to the electronic context which is very cheap, fast and easy. The visitors need to upload all necessary documents to www.evisa.com.az. After the relevant documents are prepared the www.evisa.com.az apply to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for e-visa. When confirmed by MFA, e-visa is forwarded to visitors in electronic format. Henceforth, visitors just need to print out the e-visa and are free to visit the country via any modes of entry (by air, on land, by sea, etc.)
Армения
Армения гордится тем, что стала первой нацией, официально принявшей христианство (начало 4-го века). Несмотря на периоды автономии, на протяжении веков Армения попала под влияние различных империй, включая Римскую, Византийскую, Арабскую, Персидскую и Османскую. Во время Первой мировой войны в западной части Армении Османская империя вела политику принудительного переселения в сочетании с другими жестокими действиями, которые привели к гибели как минимум 1 миллиона армян. Восточная часть Армении была уступлена османами России в 1828 году; эта часть провозгласила свою независимость в 1918 году, но была завоевана Советской Красной Армией в 1920 году.
Армянские лидеры по-прежнему озабочены длительным конфликтом с Азербайджаном из-за Нагорного Карабаха, преимущественно населенного армянами региона, назначенного Советскому Азербайджану в 1920-х годах Москвой. Армения и Азербайджан начали сражаться за этот район в 1988 году; борьба обострилась после того, как обе страны получили независимость от Советского Союза в 1991 году. К маю 1994 года, когда наступило перемирие, этнические армянские силы захватили не только Нагорный Карабах, но и семь прилегающих районов, примерно 14 процентов территории Азербайджана. Экономика обеих сторон пострадала от неспособности добиться существенного прогресса в направлении мирного урегулирования.
Турция закрыла общую границу с Арменией в 1993 году, чтобы поддержать Азербайджан в его конфликте с Арменией за контроль над Нагорным Карабахом и прилегающими районами, что еще больше затруднило экономический рост Армении. В 2009 году высокопоставленные лидеры Армении начали стремиться к сближению с Турцией, стремясь обеспечить открытие границы, но Турция еще не ратифицировала Протоколы, нормализующие отношения между двумя странами. В январе 2015 года Армения присоединилась к России, Белоруссии и Казахстану в качестве члена Евразийского экономического союза.
На нашем сайте у вас есть возможность узнать больше о направлениях Армении:
Озеро Севан по праву считается природным чудом Армении. Высокогорное озеро обладает богатой историей и источниками пресной воды. Прилегая к небу, Севан предоставляет всем посетителям уникальную возможность сфотографироваться перед монастырем, озером и снежной горой в ряд. Стоит добавить, что озеро Севан – самое большое озеро в Кавказском регионе.
Эчмиадзин (или Вагаршапат) является сердцем армянской религиозной жизни. Находясь в Списке всемирного наследия, город поразит своих посетителей невообразимой красотой. Как может быть иначе, если главный собор расположен на месте, указанном Христом?
Звартноцкий собор долгое время оставался похороненным. Однако сегодня вы можете наслаждаться его великолепием и древним духом своими глазами.
Дилижан – курортный город на северо-востоке Армении. Место известно своими богатыми минеральными водами ресурсами и шедеврами архитектуры. Кроме того, Дилижан является одним из самых популярных курортов Армении, переживающих скоростную урбанизацию.
Ереван – и столица, и культурная душа Армении. Если вы хотите очистить свой разум во время погружения в мир Арарата, это лучшее из возможных решений. Туры в Ереван (Армения) позволят вам полюбоваться уникальным сочетанием современного темпа жизни и старины старого мира.
Armenia
Armenia prides itself on being the first nation to formally adopt Christianity (early 4th century). Despite periods of autonomy, over the centuries Armenia came under the sway of various empires including the Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Persian, and Ottoman. During World War I in the western portion of Armenia, the Ottoman Empire instituted a policy of forced resettlement coupled with other harsh practices that resulted in at least 1 million Armenian deaths. The eastern area of Armenia was ceded by the Ottomans to Russia in 1828; this portion declared its independence in 1918, but was conquered by the Soviet Red Army in 1920.
Armenian leaders remain preoccupied by the long conflict with Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh, a primarily Armenian-populated region, assigned to Soviet Azerbaijan in the 1920s by Moscow. Armenia and Azerbaijan began fighting over the area in 1988; the struggle escalated after both countries attained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. By May 1994, when a cease-fire took hold, ethnic Armenian forces held not only Nagorno-Karabakh but also seven surrounding regions, approximately 14 percent of Azerbaijan’s territory. The economies of both sides have been hurt by their inability to make substantial progress toward a peaceful resolution.
Turkey closed the common border with Armenia in 1993 in support of Azerbaijan in its conflict with Armenia over control of Nagorno-Karabakh and surrounding areas, further hampering Armenian economic growth. In 2009, senior Armenian leaders began pursuing rapprochement with Turkey, aiming to secure an opening of the border, but Turkey has not yet ratified the Protocols normalizing relations between the two countries. In January 2015, Armenia joined Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan as a member of the Eurasian Economic Union.
At our website you have an opportunity to find more details on destinations of Armenia:
Lake Sevan is deservedly regarded as the natural wonder of Armenia. The high-altitude lake possesses a rich history and fresh water sources. Adjoining to the sky, Sevan provides all the visitors once-in-a-lifetime chance to have a picture taken in front of the monastery, the lake and snowy mountain in a row. Just one thing to add, Lake Sevan is the largest lake in the Caucasus region.
Echmiadzin (or Vagharshapat) is the heart of the Armenian religious life. Being on the World Heritage List, the city will strike its visitors by undreamt-of beauty. How can it be otherwise if the main cathedral is situated on the site pointed by Christ?
Zvartnots Cathedral remained buried for a long time. However, today you can enjoy its splendor and ancient spirit with your own eyes.
Dilijan – a spa town in the North-East of Armenia. The location is renowned for its mineral water-rich resources and masterpieces of architecture. Moreover, Dilijan is one of the most popular resorts in Armenia undergoing high-speed urbanization.
Erevan – both the capital and the cultural soul of Armenia. If you want to clear your mind while immersing in the handsomeness of Ararat, it’s the best possible solution. Tours in Erevan (Armenia) allow you to feast eyes on the unique mixture of the modern pace of life and antiquity of the old world.