Dive into a 30-day tour called "A Month in the Caucasus," carefully planned to introduce you to the spectacular sights and attractions of Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia. Discover the dynamic city of Baku, the ancient Gobustan rock art, and the timeless charm of Sheki in Azerbaijan; enjoy the picturesque charm of Signaghi and the awe-inspiring views of the majestic mountains of Kazbegi in Georgia; and explore the tranquil beauty of Dilijan and the historic wonders of Yerevan in Armenia. But this is just the beginning; the itinerary is brimming with an overwhelming array of sights and attractions, offering more than can be summed up here. This tour is your passport to the most significant landmarks across these countries, enhanced by the guidance of local professionals who provide deep insights into each location. Moreover, the journey not only showcases the unique and delicious cuisine of each country but also introduces you to Georgia's world-renowned wines, making it a perfect blend of cultural exploration and culinary delights. Accompanied by professional guides and drivers, this tour is crafted to deliver a comprehensive and enjoyable experience through the captivating landscapes and rich heritage of the Caucasus.
Tour itinerary:
Free day. Overnight at the hotel.
Driving distance: 30 km
Return to Baku and have a welcome dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 9-10 hours
Driving distance: 80 km
Meals: dinner
Drop off at the airport to take an evening flight to Nakhichevan. On arrival, you will be met by a local driver to transfer you to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Driving distance: 60 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 8-9 hours
Driving distance: 180 km
- Azerbaijan National History Museum - the perfect place to learn about the everything from the ancient history to the modern era of the country. The museum occupies the former home of an oil billionaire who lived there at the beginning of XX century;
- Azerbaijan State Carpet Museum. A beautiful museum in the shape of rolled carpet, this is the richest bank of Azerbaijan carpets and provides a look into the world of intricate designs and natural dyes;
- Sea Boulevard is a favorite place for locals since 1909, making it one of the best people watching spots in Baku;
- Funicular ride to the iconic trio of Flame Towers. Travel tip: the towers are best seen in the evening when they are beautifully lit up;
- Ganjlik Mall offers the best shopping facilities;
- Opera and Ballet Theater usually offers performances on weekend. To see what is on and book tickets please visit https://iticket.az/en
Driving distance: 340 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 10-11 hours
*Lahij will not be reachable during 2024 due to the road construction.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 9-10 hours
Driving distance: 230 km
Meals: lunch
During the tour of Telavi, visit the family boutique cheese factory and cellar. We will indulge in the world of Georgian cheeses and then taste five types of unique local cheeses accompanied by lunch.
Continue to Tsinandali, the residence of dukes of Georgia with a beautiful English garden, a museum and a wine cellar that belonged to prince Chavchavadze, a 19th-century public figure and poet.
Our final stop for today will be at Shumi Winery, where you will have a wine tour and tasting. Return to your hotel for overnight.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 5-6 hours
Driving distance: 20 km
Meals: cheese tasting, lunch, wine tasting
We will keep climbing on the Georgian Military Highway passing through the highest point of it at 2394 m above sea level. Arrive at Kazbegi, a small town with views of Mount Kazbek (or Mkinvari) 5033 m, the seventh highest peak in the Caucasus Mountains. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Driving distance: 200 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 2-3 hours
Driving distance: 15 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Driving distance: 150 km
Have a welcome dinner in Tbilisi with a folklore show. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Driving distance: 5 km
Meals: dinner
Duration of sightseeing tour: 7-8 hours
Driving distance: 125 km
Meals: lunch, wine tasting
Duration of sightseeing tour: 8-9 hours
Driving distance: 215 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 5-6 hours
Driving distance: 60 km
Meals: lunch, wine tasting
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Driving distance: 150 km
Meals: dinner
Duration of sightseeing tour: 5-6 hours
Driving distance: 70 km
In the morning, we will visit the Mestia Ethnographic Museum. The museum was established in 1936 and has one of the richest collections of artifacts in the region. Later, visit Svan original house ‘machubi’ and tower ‘koshki’. Depending on the season, take a ride on the cable car to one of the ski resorts to enjoy the panorama of the mountains.
Continue to Heshkili Swings to enjoy beautiful mountain views and have a picnic. Drive back to Mestia for an overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 5-6 hours
Driving distance: 30 km
Meals: picnic
*For nature lovers and hikers we can arrange a short and easy 2-hour hike to Chalaadi Glacier
Duration of sightseeing tour: 8-9 hours
Driving distance: 225 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Driving distance: 45 km
Our tour continues to Borjomi, a town famous for its mineral water reserves. We will take a walk in Central Park and taste the local mineral water.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Driving distance: 140 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Driving distance: 110 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 5-6 hours
Driving distance: 220 km
If you would like to explore other destinations of Georgia, we can offer private day tours from Tbilisi:
For wine lovers
Sample delicious Georgian wines and learn about the local winemaking traditions at the cradle of Georgian wine, the Kakheti Region.
One-Day Kakheti Wine Tour from Tbilisi
Canyons and natural sites
Explore the breathtaking scenery of the Samegrelo region by visiting one of the most memorable places in Georgia, Martvili Canyon.
Martvili Canyon Day Tour
Hiking
Immerse yourself in beautiful nature and enjoy quality hiking time in the vicinities of Tbilisi, Birtvisi.
Day Hike to Birtvisi Canyon
Sightseeing tour to cave monastery
Experience the beauty of an ancient cave town and mysterious fortresses with one day to Varzdzia.
Vardzia and Rabati Fortress Tour
If you would like to spend the free day in Tbilisi, we suggest the following activities and places to visit in Tbilisi:
- Georgian National Museum on Rustaveli Avenue – to visit the “Archaeological Treasury” exhibition;
- National Gallery on Rustaveli Avenue – to see the works of the famous Georgian artists Niko Pirosmani, David Kakabadze, and Lado Gudiashvili;
- Tbilisi flea market at Dry Bridge – where you can find antiquities (many of which are from the Soviet era), paintings by local artists, and handmade Georgian souvenirs;
- David Agmashenebeli Avenue – a recently-renovated pedestrian street full of historical buildings that have beautiful facades in the art nouveau, pseudo gothic, and classicist styles with a mix of typical Georgian ornamentation and balconies. All along the street there are plenty of cozy art cafés, galleries, shops, and wine bars;
- Dezertirebi Bazaar – which sells local, natural products including Georgian sweets (such as churchkhela); various types of dried fruits, nuts, and spices; and Georgian cheeses;
- Funicular railway to Mtatsminda Mountain – which offers a beautiful view of Tbilisi;
- Wander in Sololaki – a neighborhood full of art nouveau houses.
- In the evening, you can visit the famous Tbilisi sulphur bath houses to relax in the hot, naturally sulphur-enriched water after a long day of exploring (both public and private rooms are available, but private ones should be booked in advance).
- For those who are interested in culture, we suggest visiting the State Opera House of Georgia to enjoy a ballet or opera performance (opera.ge). You can find out what other cultural events are on in Tbilisi, and book tickets, at tkt.ge.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Driving distance: 215 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 9-10 hours
Driving distance: 275 km
According to the legend, St. Gregory the Illuminator (who is credited with converting Armenia to Christianity) had been kept in the basement here for 13 years for disseminating of Christianity, until King Tradt decided to adopt the new religion. The monastery’s location allows you to enjoy superb views of Mount Ararat. Reach Yerevan for overnight.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 7-8 hours
Driving distance: 150 km
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Driving distance: 10 km
Meals: dinner
Descend Garni Gorge to explore a monumental rock formation called Symphony of Stones.
Continue to Echmiadzin*. According to many scholars, it was the first cathedral built in ancient Armenia. We will visit the main Cathedral (the residence of the Catholicos, the supreme head of the Armenian Apostolic Church) and a museum filled with Christian relics. Drive back to Yerevan. Overnight at the hotel.
*The site is currently under conservation works. Observation of the Cathedral is possible from the outside
Duration of sightseeing tour: 8-9 hours
Driving distance: 115 km
Price includes:
- All transfers (1-2 pax by sedan, 3-4 pax by Mercedes Vito or similar, 5-10 pax by Mercedes Sprinter passenger van);
- Accommodation based on double/twin room sharing, breakfasts included;
- Sightseeing tour program in each country with local English-speaking guides;
- Entrance tickets to sights as per itinerary;
- Economy class flight ticket Baku – Nakhichevan – Baku;
- Meals: 29 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners, 3 wine tastings, cheese tasting, picnic;
- Azerbaijan e-visa;
- Bottled drinking water.
Price doesn't include:
- Full board (lunches and dinners);
- Hotel charges for additional services;
- Personal travel insurance;
- Tips are not included, but would be appreciated.
Prices, per person
Accommodation
Boutique Hotel Baku / City Park / Grand Midway
Comfort:
Sultan Inn Hotel / Molokan Inn / Midtown
Lux:
Radisson Hotel Baku / Sapphire City / Courtyard by Marriott
Grand Nakhchivan / Nakhchivan Palace / Tebriz Nakhchivan / Saat Meydani / Duzdag
Comfort:
Grand Nakhchivan / Nakhchivan Palace / Tebriz Nakhchivan / Saat Meydani / Duzdag
Lux:
Grand Nakhchivan / Nakhchivan Palace / Tebriz Nakhchivan / Saat Meydani / Duzdag
Sunshine Kazbegi / Horizon Kazbegi / Best View / NOA Kazbegi / Alpenhaus Kazbegi
Comfort:
Intourist Kazbegi / Memoir Kazbegi / Mountain House / Northgate Kazbegi / Capra Hotel
Lux:
Rooms Hotel
Stay Boutique / Kopala / Tiflis / Ginger / Monday / Ramada By Wyndham Tbilisi Old City
Comfort:
River Side / Museum / Ibis Styles / New Tiflis
Lux:
Ambassadori / Tiflis Palace / Rooms / Swissôtel Tbilisi / Wyndham Grand
Karse / Tsesi / Tsibena
Comfort:
Karse / Tsesi / Tsibena
Lux:
Karse / Tsesi / Tsibena
Old House Mestia / Mestia Inn / Chubu / Old Seti / Villa Mestia
Comfort:
Lahili / Chalet Mestia / Sunset Terrace
Lux:
Gistola Mestia / Posta
Solomon Kutaisi / Magnolia / Memoire / Terrace Kutaisi / Family Hotel 1887
Comfort:
Best Western Kutaisi / Grand Opera / Newport
Lux:
Best Western Kutaisi / Grand Opera / Newport
10 Keys / Holiday Borjomi / Borjomi Verde
Comfort:
Golden Tulip / Borjomi Bridge
Lux:
Crowne Plaza Borjomi / Borjomi Likani Health & Spa Centre
Valodia’s Cottages or similar guesthouse
Comfort:
Hotel Vardzia Resort
Lux:
Hotel Vardzia Resort
Turfenkian Old Dilijan Complex / Hover Boutique
Comfort:
Turfenkian Old Dilijan Complex / Hover Boutique
Lux:
Dilijani Tun / Best Western Plus Paradise