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Treasures & Traditions of Armenia & Georgia MUSEUM TRAVEL ALLIANCE Treasures & Traditions of Armenia & Georgia May 6–17, 2019 MUSEUM TRAVEL ALLIANCE Dear Travelers and Friends, Nestled between the Black and Caspian Seas, the former Soviet Republics of Armenia and Georgia offer millennia of history and culture, with a rich legacy of art and architecture that is virtually unknown to Westerners. Please join the Museum Travel Alliance next spring to discover the region’s many World Heritage Sites, enjoy world-renowned hospitality, and admire the stunning natural beauty of this mountainous area, known as the birthplace of wine. A guest lecturer who is an expert on the art of the region will join us on our trip, and we'll be greeted locally by museum curators, artists, and professionals in their fields at some of the many locations we will visit. This access to experts is one of the features of all the trips offered by the Museum Travel Alliance. Begin in Yerevan, Armenia, where we will visit museums, the Cafesjian Center for the Arts, and the studio of a duduk player. Discover some of Armenia’s marvelous medieval monasteries and cathedrals, starting with the impressive ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral. Spend a morning at 4th-century Etchmiadzin, visit chapels and churches at the pilgrimage site of Geghard, and view the mosaics of the temple at Garni. Admire gorgeous lakes and scenery and visit a medieval monastery before crossing the Georgian border to Tbilisi. Discover the museums and churches of this ancient city, visit a working nunnery set amid breathtaking mountains, and enjoy a wine tasting in a hilltop village. Journey to Mtskheta, Georgia’s spiritual heart since Christianity was established here in the 4th century, and stop in Gori to see the museum that traces Joseph Stalin’s trajectory from impoverished native son to leader of the USSR. This is a truly awe-inspiring journey, and I hope you will join us to experience these less-visited countries. And you will enjoy traveling in the congenial company of members from a number of museums and cultural institutions. Cafesjian Center for the Arts, Yerevan, photo by Dan Lundberg Sincerely, Jim Friedlander President, Museum Travel Alliance HIGHLIGHTS TRACE the influence of Byzantine art and culture through these early Christian nations EXPLORE spectacular ancient monasteries, many in dramatic mountain settings EXPERIENCE Armenia’s unique musical traditions at a private demonstration of polyphonic singing ENJOY an exclusive wine tasting in a hilltop village in Georgia, where wine production dates back 8,000 years Treasures & Traditions of Armenia & Georgia May 6–17, 2019 Caspian RUSSIA FRIDAY, MAY 10: KHOR VIRAP / NORAVANK Sea Drive to the Khor Virap monastery to learn about its rich history. Built during the reign of the Arshakids Dynasty, it was at one time used as a pit-dungeon, and Saint Gregory the Illuminator, who introduced Christianity to Armenia, Mtskheta was imprisoned there. From here we can see the legendary Gori Mount Ararat. Continue to Noravank for lunch and a visit GEORGIA Sighnaghi Bodbe to the monastery, a great religious and cultural center of Black Tbilisi Sea the 12th century. Return to Yerevan this afternoon. B,L AZERBAIJAN SATURDAY, MAY 11: GEGHARD ARMENIA Explore the popular pilgrimage site of Geghard, a Yerevan medieval complex including churches and chapels built Zvartnots Geghard beside and into the surrounding cliffs. Here we will enjoy a Noravank private demonstration of Armenia’s renowned polyphonic singing. At the temple at Garni, view evidence of Roman occupation of the area, with its well-preserved mosaics. TURKEY See lavash (Armenian flatbread) being made for our lunch. The balance of the day is at leisure in Yerevan. You may IRAN wish to attend a performance this evening. B,L MONDAY, MAY 6: DEPARTURE SUNDAY, MAY 12: YEREVAN Depart by air for Yerevan on an overnight flight with a During a last day in Yerevan, view the collections of the connection. Matenadaran, a repository of medieval manuscripts and books on history, medicine, literature, theology, and TUESDAY, MAY 7: YEREVAN, ARMENIA more. Continue to the Cafesjian Center for the Arts, with Arrive this evening in Armenia’s capital city of Yerevan, its dynamic collection of contemporary art and sculpture situated on the Razdan River, for check-in at the centrally for a visit and free time for lunch. Stop at the Armenian located Armenia Marriott Hotel on Republic Square. Genocide Memorial before returning to the hotel. Dine WEDNESDAY, MAY 8: YEREVAN together at a popular restaurant this evening. B,D Begin the day with a visit to the studio of a duduk player (a wind instrument made from the wood of the apricot tree) who will introduce us to this region’s rich musical heritage. At the National History Museum, discover its rich collection of prehistoric, Bronze Age, and medieval artifacts. Following free time for lunch, visit the museum dedicated to the Soviet Armenian film director and artist Sergei Parajanov. Gather this evening for a lecture, followed by a welcome dinner. B,D THURSDAY, MAY 9: ZVARTNOTS / ETCHMIADZIN Discover some of Armenia’s marvelous medieval monasteries and cathedrals starting with the impressive ruins of the 7th-century Zvartnots Cathedral and the nearby Saint Hripsime Church, also from the 7th-century and one of the oldest in the country. Continue to Etchmiadzin, the patriarchate of the Armenian Church, where we will admire the collections of its Treasury and museum. After lunch, return to Yerevan for a free evening. B,L Lavash making, Garni MONDAY, MAY 13: YEREVAN / TBILISI, GEORGIA ACCOMMODATIONS Admire views of Lake Sevan and the Dilijan National Park ARMENIA MARRIOTT HOTEL YEREVAN en route to see the early church and funerary monuments Centrally located on Republic Square, the Marriott Yerevan at Odzun. Continue to the dramatic Haghpat Monastery, is a sophisticated modern hotel behind an elegantly carved a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the 13th century this stone façade. On-property amenities include soundproof monastery, which includes a renowned library, was among rooms, three restaurants serving international cuisine, and a the largest religious and educational centers in Armenia. spa with a beauty salon and fitness center. In the afternoon cross the Georgian border to Tbilisi, one of the most ancient cities in the Caucasus and Georgia’s Armenia Marriott Hotel Yerevan capital almost continuously since the 5th century. It has long been an important stop on the international trade route and has many ties to Armenia. Check in at the historic Tbilisi Marriott; dinner is at the hotel. B,L TUESDAY, MAY 14: TBILISI Spend the day exploring Tbilisi. See the Metekhi Church of the Virgin and tour the excellent collection of icons at the Museum of Fine Arts with a specialist. A walk in the Old Town includes the synagogue, the 13th-century Armenian church, the old Georgian cathedral, and the new Bridge of TBILISI MARRIOTT Peace. After lunch at leisure, visit the Open-Air Museum of This historic hotel, built in 1915, is near Tbilisi’s major Ethnography, featuring houses and traditions from around landmarks and features a fitness center and two restaurants the country. This evening feast on Georgian specialties, serving international and French cuisine. Rooms offer deluxe followed by a traditional performance. B,D bedding, a marble bathroom, and modern technology. WEDNESDAY, MAY 15: TBILISI / BODBE / SIGHNAGHI Overlooking the vivid green of Alazani Valley and the Caucasus Mountains, the 9th-century Bodbe Monastery is dedicated to St. Nino, who converted the Georgians to Christianity in the 4th century. The working nunnery still draws many pilgrims to the saint’s tomb. Sample Georgian wines during lunch in the attractive town of Sighnaghi. Return to Tbilisi in the early evening. Alternatively, enjoy light hiking in a spectacular mountain setting during a day trip to the village of Stepantsminda. From here, you can view Holy Trinity Church, built in the 14th century at an Tbilisi Marriott elevation of over 7,000 feet, and Mount Kazbeg, one of the most beautiful peaks in the Caucasus. B,L PROGRAM RATE $7,499 per person, double occupancy THURSDAY, MAY 16: TBILISI / MTSKHETA / GORI $8,499 single rate Visit Mtskheta, Georgia’s former capital and a spiritual center since the dawn of Christianity. Discover the RATE INCLUDES impressive 11th-century Cathedral of Svetitskhoveli, one n Ten nights accommodations as per itinerary of the holiest sites in Georgia, and the 6th-century Dzhvari n Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, Cathedral, with its magnificent view over the town. Then D=Dinner); bottled water and coffee / tea with all meals; house continue to Gori and visit Joseph Stalin’s birthplace wine at included lunches and dinners and museum. Return to Tbilisi, where we celebrate a n Airport / hotel / airport group transfers for all participants on fascinating trip during our farewell dinner tonight. B,L,D suggested flights n Escorted sightseeing by private motor coach; entrance fees for included visits FRIDAY, MAY 17: TBILISI / RETURN n Enrichment program of lectures and special events Depart the hotel early this morning for the flight home. B n Taxes, service, and porterage charges; gratuities to local guides and drivers DISCLAIMER: The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of The Museum Travel Alliance. For complete NOT INCLUDED IN RATE International airfare; passport fees; meals not details, please carefully read the terms and conditions at specified; alcoholic beverages other than noted in inclusions; personal items and expenses; airport transfers other than for those on suggested https://museumtravelalliance.com/faq.php flights; excess baggage; trip insurance; any other items not specifically mentioned as included. Khor Virap Monastery, Armenia, photo by Hrair Hawk Khatcherian THE MUSEUM TRAVEL ALLIANCE TREASURES & TRADITIONS OF ARMENIA & GEORGIA n MAY 6–17, 2019 RESERVATION FORM To reserve a place, please call The Museum Travel Alliance at 212-324-1893 or 855-533-0033, fax: 212-344-7493; or complete and return this form with your deposit of $1,000 per person (of which $500 is non-refundable for administrative fees) payable to The Museum Travel Alliance.
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