Tbilisi: Armenia & Georgia 8-Day Cultural Discovery Tour
ID: GYG1287884-2052220
Category:
Country: Armenia
Duration:
8 days
Description
Discover the beauty of Armenia and Georgia on an 8-day guided tour. Visit ancient monasteries, UNESCO heritage sites, and breathtaking mountains.
Day 1: Arrival in Tbilisi
Arrive at Tbilisi International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Check in and enjoy some free time to relax. Have dinner (optional depending on package) and spend the night in Tbilisi.
Day 2: Kakheti Wine Region & Sighnaghi
Visit the Bodbe Monastery of St. Nino. Explore the charming “City of Love” Sighnaghi with its historic walls and gates. Continue to Kvareli Wine Cave and discover traditional Georgian winemaking in Qvevri style. Enjoy a wine tasting experience (optional).
Day 3: Tbilisi City Highlights
Visit the Holy Trinity Cathedral (Sameba), the Old Tbilisi district, the Bridge of Peace, the Mother of Georgia monument, and Rustaveli Avenue. Spend the night in Tbilisi.
Day 4: Mountains & Historical Monuments
See the Georgian Chronicle monument, the Didgori Battle Memorial, the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, and the Jvari Monastery. Visit the Ananuri Fortress on the Aragvi River. Return to Tbilisi for the night.
Day 5: Crossing to Armenia
Cross the border at Bagratashen. Visit the Akhtala Monastery, the Haghpat UNESCO Monastery Complex, and the Sanahin Monastery. Arrive in Yerevan and spend the night.
Day 6: Garni & Geghard Heritage Tour
Stop at the Azat Reservoir viewpoint. Visit the Geghard Monastery (UNESCO site), the Garni Pagan Temple, and the Symphony of Stones natural canyon. Enjoy a tasting at the Ararat Brandy Factory. Spend the night in Yerevan.
Day 7: Armenia Cultural & Religious Heritage
Visit Khor Virap with a view of Mount Ararat, Etchmiadzin Cathedral (Holy See of Armenia), and the Zvartnots Temple ruins. Enjoy a wine experience at Voskevaz Winery. Visit the Vernissage market and the Cascade Complex in Yerevan. Spend the night in Yerevan.
Day 8: Lake Sevan & Departure
Visit Sevanavank Monastery and Haghartsin Monastery. After the tour, transfer via the Bagratashen border crossing to Tbilisi International Airport for your departure flight.
Highlights
- Discover the beauty of Armenia and Georgia on an 8-day guided tour
- Visit ancient monasteries, UNESCO heritage sites, and breathtaking mountains
- Explore the charming “City of Love” Sighnaghi and its historic walls
- Enjoy a wine-tasting experience in the Kakheti Wine Region
- See the Holy Trinity Cathedral, the Bridge of Peace, and the Mother of Georgia
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Border crossing requires valid passport or ID (for Armenia–Georgia travel)
Dress code may be required for churches and monasteries (shoulders and knees covered)
Weather conditions may vary depending on region, please bring appropriate clothing
Long driving distances between destinations are part of the experience
INCLUDED
- 7 nights accommodation ( Comfortable 3-4 * hotels or best available boutique hotels in each location)
- Breakfast
- Daily dinner
- Wine tasting experience
- Guided tours tours with professional guide
- Transfers between all destinations in Armenia & Georgia
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
