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Overview Travel in Small Group to Georgia and Armenia

Starts from: Type: SMALL GROUP tour Dates: every second Saturday Duration: 11 days/10 nights Total distance: 1685 km 11-day combined tour with guaranteed dates to Georgia and Armenia – takes off in Tbilisi, the of Georgia. During the tour, participants will visit and towns of Georgia: Tbilisi, Gori, , Borjomi, Gudauri and Kazbegi and Armenia cities and . Get acquainted with local people, history and culture, enjoy the nature, food and , and travel to Georgia & Armenia with us!

The group is “Guaranteed to run” after 2 people book this tour.

Sights to Visit in ARMENIA:

Gyumri: Gyumri tour.

Vagharshapat: St Church, Zvartnots .

Yerevan & surroundings: Yerevan city, , manuscript museum, the Temple of , , .

Ararat Province: monastery.

Vayots Dzor Province: village, monastery.

Tavush and Lori provinces: , Sharambeyan street in Old Dilijan, Monastery, Monastery.

Note: The Main Armenian-Apostolic Cathedral in Echmiadzin is closed until 2022 for restoration works.

Tour details Code: TB-GR-GAR11 Starts from: Tbilisi Max. Group Size: 15 Adults Duration: 11 Days Start End Seats Price Price Table Availability Reserve Date Date Left From

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 04-23 05-03 300

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 05-07 05-17 300

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 05-21 05-31 300

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 06-04 06-14 300

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 06-18 06-28 300

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 07-02 07-12 300

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 07-16 07-26 300

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 07-30 08-09 300

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 08-13 08-23 300

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 08-27 09-06 300

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 09-10 09-20 300

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 09-24 10-04 300

2022- 2022- Reserve for € 15 € 1558 Scheduled 10-08 10-18 300 Sights to Visit Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park Caves Khertvisi Fortress Narikala Fortress Akhaltsikhe Castle at Rabati Anchiskhati Tbilisi Holy Trinity Cathedral Sioni Cathedral of Dormition Church National Museum Vardzia Museum Uplistsikhe Museum Ioseb Stalin State Museum Fortress Kazbegi National Park Tbilisi Historic District Vardzia-Khertvisi Gudauri Rike Park and Aerial Cableway Tbilisi Dariali Gorge Mount Gergeti Europe Square Tbilisi Samtskhe- Borjomi Tbilisi Freedom Square Akhaltsikhe Dariali Monastery Zhinvali Reservoir Itinerary Day 1: TBILISI CITY TOUR

Pick up for the tour is organized by Georgian Holidays.

10:00 Start Tbilisi full day guided tour. The sightseeing includes thedriving and walking in historical districts of the capital and modernresidential areas of the city.

Throughout this tour, visit one of the tallest Orthodox church, the Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi, Metekhi Plateau and the 5th century church, Narikala Fortress of 4th c, narrow streets of the – Shardeni and king Erekle II street, the pedestrian glass Bridge of Peace over river Mtkvari, Rike park and Europe square, LegvtaKhevi canyon andwaterfall, – the sulfur bathhouse district, Jumah Mosque andMaidani Square, Rustaveli avenue, Freedom square, Republic square,Hero’s square, Vake and Saburtalo districts and Agmashenebeil Avenu. Walk along the souvenir stores , art caffes and outdoor restaurants.

Visit Golden Treasury of National Museum on the Rustaveli avenue.

The city is pleasant, safe and very attractive. Have a nice day ahead!

Overnight in Tbilisi. Day 2: TBILISI – – ANANURI – GUDAURI

After breakfast, check out and move 20 km to the north, to visit the capital of the early Georgian kingdom Iberia – a small town Mtskheta. The first stop is Jvari Monastery (6th c.) and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th c.), both of which represents authentic styles of Georgian mediaeval church (both are listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites list).

After Mtskheta, continue the way to the north, follow the Georgian Military Highway, get to the Zhinvali Reservoir and visit Ananuri architectural complex. Ananuri was a residence of local feudals in . Fortification and the two churches inside the curtain walls are well- preserved.

Continue the way towards the and arrive at the altitude 2010m above sea level, Gudauri ski-resort.

Dinner and overnight in Gudauri. Day 3: GUDAURI – KAZBEGI – TBILISI

Today explore Great , drive through Jvari Pass (2395 m), stop at observation platform and arriving in Kazbegi municipality town Stephantsminda, Khevi province.

This sub-alpine townlet is like a base camp for the trekkers and hikers, going to Kazbegi Glacier. We reach the top of Gergeti and visit Gergeti Trinity Church (14th c.) which is located at an elevation of 2170 m under the Kazbegi peak (5047 m), overlooking Kazbegi town and Dariali Canyon.

Walk to Gveleti waterfall, visit Dariali Monastery at the very border place with .

In the evening return back to Tbilisi. Leisure evening.

Overnight in Tbilisi. Day 4: TBILISI – GORI – UPLISTSIKHE – BORJOMI – AKHALTSIKHE

After breakfast, drive to the South-West Georgia – Samtskhe-Javakheti region. On the way, make several stops in Kartli. Frist stop is Museum of Joseph Stalin in Gori. Museum consists of the memorial house where Soviet dictator leader was born, exhibition building and his personal train.

After Gori head to the ancient cave complex Uplistsikhe, dated to the 1st millennium BC. Cut in soft rocks, on the left bank of the river Mtkvari, Uplistsikhe is considered as one of the earliest settlements in Georgia. The guided tour will take about 40 minutes.

Next stop will be at Borjomi spa-resort, which is prominent for its natural mineral sparkling water ‘Borjomi’. Taste the water Borjomi and take a walk through Borjomi Central Park, which is a part of much larger – Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park – at the very end, there is a pool in the forest with natural sulfur water. Don’t skip this opportunity and try once!

In the evening arrive in Akhaltsikhe – the administrative center of Samtskhe-Javakheti region.

Overnight in Akhaltsikhe. Day 5: AKHALTSIKHE – RABATI CASTLE – VARDZIA

After breakfast start excursion at Akhaltsikhe Castle Rabati. Established in the 9th century and later rebuilt several times, during the as well, Rabati was a wealthy district, residence of Jakely family. Now days it includes Akhaltsikhe history museum, defensive wall of the fortress, watch towers, churches, mosque, two synagogues, 800 years old Jewish cemetery, park, various shops, open area theater and hotel. On our way make a short stop at the ancient Khertvisi Fortress in Mtkvari river ravine. Drive to Vardzia – a functiOning rock-hewn cave monastery founded in the 12th-13th c.c. A well-fortified monastery, Vardzia became an important political, cultural and educational center of Georgia in middle ages. Beautiful frescoes inside the main church is depicting the Royal family and lady king of the same period. Overnight in Vardzia resort. Day 6: VARDZIA – – GYUMRI

Breakfast at the hotel. Today head to Armenia, cross the Georgia border at the Bavra village.

Change the transport at Bavra border crossing point, say good buy to your Georgian guide and greet Armenian guide, which will lead you for the trip in Armenia.

Drive to Gyumri – the second largest city of Armenia. City tour - take a walk in the historical center of Gyumri. Historic district of Gyumri has many buildings from 19th century when the city was called Alexandropol and was under the rule of .

Overnight in Gyumri. Day 7: GYUMRI – ST HRIPSIME CHURCH – ZVARTNOTS – YEREVAN

After breakfast drive to the city of to visit two well-known Armenian churches built in the 7th century – St Hripsime churche and .

Next site, after Vagharshapat tour, head to the capital of Armenia – the city Yerevan. Yerevan evening tour includes visiting Institute of Ancient Manuscripts, referred as Matenadaran. Take a look at the brilliant collection of medieval manuscripts and books. Overnight in Yerevan. Day 8: YEREVAN – GARNI – GEGHARD – YEREVAN

After breakfast start excursion inside and around the city Yerevan. First, visit the History Museum situated in the central square of the city. Yerevan History Museum rich collection represents local culture and history from ancient to present days.

Afterwards, about 45 minutes drive to see the Temple of Garni – Greco- Roman colonnaded pagan temple. Pre-Christian period building was totally destroyed by the earthquake in 17th century, but was reconstructed during the .

Continue 10 more kilometers ahead and visit Geghard monastery (founded in the 4th c. UNESCO World Heritage Site). Take a nice walk along the canyon where the complex is located.

In the evening drive back to Yerevan.

Overnight in Yerevan. Day 9: YEREVAN – KHOR VIRAP – ARENI – NORAVANK – YEREVAN

After breakfast at the hotel, depart to the south part of Armenia. The first stop is at Khor Virap monastery in . According to the local belief, St. was imprisoned here for about 13 years, after he introduced to Armenia. From the monastery platform visitors can observe the beautiful view on the two peaks of (elevation of 5,137 m; Little Ararat - 3,896 m).

Continue the way to the south-east and arrive at the village Areni, . Village is known for its red wine-making tradition. Visit wine factory and have wine degustation.

Leave for Noravank monastery, established in the 13th c. in the narrow gorge of river.

In the evening return to Yerevan.

Overnight in Yerevan. Day 10: YEREVAN – SEVAN – SANAHIN – HAGHPAT – SADAKHLO – TBILISI

After breakfast check out, departure from Yerevan to Georgia.

On the way we make several sightseeing. Stop at the beach of Lake Sevan, one of the largest freshwater alpine lakes (1900 m above sea level, 1,242 km²). On a narrow peninsula, there are 2 stone churches from the 9th century.

Drive to the north, to the town Dilijan – administrative center of . Short city tour, visit Sharambeyan street, the historical part of the town and visit its artistic workshops, souvenir shops.

Drive to , the medieval (10th c.) – one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. From Sanahin, drive to the last site of our Armenian tour – founded by the Bagratid royal family in 10th century.

Drive to the Georgia-Armenia border at Sadakhlo village. Change the transport and transfer to Tbilisi.

Overnight in Tbilisi.

Note: In case you want to travel longer, please see the extensions or contact us [email protected]

Those taking extension trips to Georgia will start their tour next morning after breakfast. Day 11: TBILISI

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out time untill 12:00 pm. End of service. Inclusions Included

PRICES INCLUDE:

Transportation:

Transportation service all days except day 11 1 x transfer to Bavra border on day: 6 1 x transfer from Sadakhlo border on day 10 1 x local jeep in Kazbegi on day: 3

Private Staff:

Professional English speaking guide during the tour

Accommodation:

3 x overnights in Tbilisi 3* hotel Brigitte/IBIS Tbilisi Stadium/Zeg (or similar) 1 x overnight in Gudauri 3* Hotel (or similar) 2 x overnight in Akhaltsikhe 3* Hotel Tiflis/Almi (or similar) 1 x overnight in Gyumri 3 * hotel Alexandrapol (or similar) 3 x overnights in Yerevan 4* hotel Central Inn (or similar)

Meals:

10 x Breakfasts on days: 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11 1 x Dinner on day 2

Other:

1 x wine tasting in Armenian village Areni on day 9 2 x bottles of water per person daily Excursions and entrance fees with accordance of the itinerary All taxes

Excluded

Visa fees & Travel insurance Air tickets Accommodation in a single room Hotel night on the last day of the Land Only itinerary Alcohol beverages unless mentioned in the itinerary Breakfast on the final day if departing earlier than 8 am Lunches & Dinners Tbilisi Airport arrival and departure transfers to/from Tbilisi hotel More Info Additional Info

*Online booking deposit will be deducted from the total tour price.

The balance can be paid in one of the following ways:

Bank transfer - in foreign currency (Euro/USD), two weeks before the tour starts; VISA/Master card - via POS terminal in local currency (GEL), at the beginning of the tour. Card service fee + 3%. Cash - GEL only, directly to the nearest TBC Bank office or TBC Bank Cash terminal no later than the beginning of the tour.

OPTIONAL SERVICES

Single room accommodation: 222 € Private pick up transfer from Tbilisi airport: 25 € Tbilisi airport private drop off transfer: 22 € Discounted individual transfer for Tbilisi airport double way: 40 € Gala dinner in Tbilisi restaurant with folk show and Georgian wine: 25 €

To arrange airport transfers and additional hotel overnights, contact us trips[at]georgianholidays.com

CHILD POLICY:

0-1 years - Free 2-6 years – 779 EURO 7 years and over - Adult price

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation is free of charge prior 14 days of the starting day.

The booking deposit EUR 300 is non-refundable.

If Tourist cancels the booked tour for some reasons not depending on Tour Operator, the following sums are kept back as a fine:

50% of total cost of tourist product in case of tour cancellation 14-7 days prior to the tour; 90% of total cost of tourist product in case of tour cancellation 7 and fewer days prior to the tour; 100% of the total cost of the tourist product due to the Tourist's failure to appear.

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