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Armenia & Georgia Tour

8-day itinerary Day-by-day plan

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Yerevan

  • Arrival in Yerevan, Armenia's vibrant capital city where ancient history meets a lively, modern urban atmosphere.

Night stay: Yerevan

Day 2: Monasteries, Temples & Natural Wonders

  • Khor Virap – Iconic pilgrimage site offering the most famous views of Mount Ararat.
  • Garni Temple – The only standing Greco-Roman colonnaded building in the former Soviet Union.
  • Geghard Monastery – Medieval complex partially carved out of the adjacent mountain cliffs.

Night stay: Yerevan

Day 3: Lakeside & Highland Nature

  • Tour the legendary Ararat Brandy Factory before visiting the high-altitude shores of Lake Sevan.
  • Lake Sevan – One of the largest high-altitude freshwater lakes, known for its scenery.
  • Dilijan National Park – Lush forest region often called Armenia's 'Little Switzerland.'Night Stay: Dilijan

Day 4: Monastic Marvels & Crossing to Georgia

  • Haghartsin – Forested medieval monastery blending in harmony with Dilijan's natural beauty.
  • Haghpat Monastery – Masterwork of religious architecture and major medieval learning center.
  • Sanahin – UNESCO-listed sister site noted for remarkable medieval stone architecture.

Night stay: Tbilisi

Day 5: Transfer to Kakheti

  • Manavi Fortress – Medieval stronghold offering panoramic vineyard views.
  • Bodbe Monastery – Sacred convent housing Saint Nino's relics, surrounded by serene gardens.
  • Sighnaghi – Picturesque fortified town overlooking the Alazani Valley.

Night stay: Kvareli

Day 6: Kakheti to the Greater Caucasus

  • Nekresi – Ancient hilltop complex dating back to the 4th century overlooking vineyards.
  • Kvetera Church – Unique 10th-century cross-domed church built of stone amidst forested hills.
  • Zhinvali Reservoir – Bright turquoise lake framed by the Caucasus.

Night stay: Kazbegi (Stepantsminda)

Day 7: Kazbegi & Return to Tbilisi

  • Gergeti Trinity Church – 14th-century mountain church situated at 2,170 meters under Mount Kazbek.
  • Elia Mountain – Rocky ridge near Stepantsminda offering sweeping views.
  • Gveleti Waterfall – Refreshing mountain cascade reached by a short trail through rocky gorges.

Night stay: Tbilisi

Day 8: Departure

  • Private transfer from your hotel to Tbilisi International Airport for your flight home.