Tbilisi: 7-Day Armenia and Georgia Highlights Tour
ID: GYG1277886-1954939
Categoria:
Paese: Georgia
Durata:
7 giorni
Descrizione
Discover the highlights of Armenia and Georgia on a 7-day tour from Tbilisi. Visit the medieval monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin, explore the ancient capital of Georgia, and more.
The excursion starts at 07:00 pm
Day 1: Armenian Treasures (Haghpat, Sevan & Yerevan)
Journey to the "Land of Stones." Explore the UNESCO-listed medieval monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin, centers of science and calligraphy. Drive through Dilijan, the "Armenian Switzerland," to reach Lake Sevan. Climb to the peninsula monastery for a view of the "Blue Pearl" of the Caucasus. End in Yerevan at Republic Square, admiring the iconic pink tufa architecture and fountains.
The excursion starts at 12:00 pm
Day 2: Spiritual Roots (Mtskheta, Jvari & Samtavro)
Explore Georgia’s ancient capital. Start at Jvari Monastery (6th c.) for the iconic view of the Mtkvari and Aragvi confluence. In Mtskheta, visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, where the Holy Tunic is buried. End at Samtavro Monastery, a tranquil site where St. Nino lived and the beloved St. Gabriel is buried.
The excursion starts at 07:00 pm
Day 3: Southern Legends (Vardzia, Rabati & Borjomi)
Discover the knightly south. Visit Vardzia, a massive 12th-century cave city with 13 tiers of tunnels and halls. Explore Rabati Fortress, a multicultural complex where a mosque, church, and synagogue coexist. Relax in Borjomi Park and taste the world-famous mineral water straight from the spring.
The excursion starts at 09:00 pm
Day 4: Great Caucasus Peaks (Ananuri & Kazbegi)
Drive the scenic Military Highway. Stop at the turquoise Zhinvali Reservoir and the medieval Ananuri Fortress. Witness the confluence of the Black and White Aragvi rivers and enjoy the views from the Friendship Arch (2,384m). Take a 4x4 jeep to Gergeti Trinity Church, sitting at the foot of the mighty Mount Kazbek (5,033m).
The excursion starts at 09:00 pm
Day 5: Dashbashi Canyon & The Glass Bridge
Experience modern wonder and raw nature. Walk across the 240-meter glass bridge with its "diamond" bar suspended over Dashbashi Canyon. Descend to the cascading waterfalls and take breathtaking photos of the emerald cliffs and the abyss.
The excursion starts at 09:00 pm
Day 6: Wine & Romance (Kakheti, Bodbe & Sighnaghi)
Journey to the wine region. In Badiauri, bake hot shoti bread in a traditional tone oven and taste local cheese. Visit Bodbe Monastery, the resting place of St. Nino. Explore Sighnaghi, the "City of Love," walk its 18th-century walls, and enjoy a Qvevri wine tasting overlooking the Alazani Valley.
The excursion starts at 09:00 pm
Day 7: Caves & Kings (Gori & Uplistsikhe)
Start at the Stalin Museum in Gori to see the leader’s personal belongings and his armored train carriage. Conclude at Uplistsikhe, one of the oldest cave cities in the Caucasus (1st millennium BC). Explore its rock-cut theater, pharmacies, and the secret tunnel leading to the Kura River.
Punti salienti
- Discover the medieval monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin in Armenia
- Explore the ancient capital of Georgia and its UNESCO-listed shrines
- Visit the vast 12th-century cave monastery town of Vardzia
- Walk along a unique 240-meter glass bridge in Dashbashi Canyon
- Enjoy a masterclass in Badiauri and taste homemade cheese and bread
Lingue guida
INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI
The tour involves a lot of walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
Weather can vary greatly, so bring weather-appropriate clothing.
Some sites may not be accessible to those with mobility impairments.
INCLUSO
- Guided tours of Haghpat and Sanahin monasteries
- Visit to Lake Sevan and Sevanavank
- Tour of Yerevan's Republic Square
- Visit to Mtskheta, Jvari, and Samtavro
- Tour of Vardzia cave town
- Visit to Rabat Fortress
- Relaxation in Borjomi park
- Jeep tour to Gergeti Trinity Church
- Walk on Dashbashi Canyon glass bridge
- Wine tasting in Kakheti
- Visit to Bodbe Monastery
- Tour of Sighnaghi
- Visit to Stalin Museum in Gori
- Tour of Uplistsikhe Cave City
NON INCLUSO
- Meals
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Quando dovrei prenotare?
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Cancellazioni
Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.