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Guarantee
Small Group
Light
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
Georgia and Armenia may sound like unconventional destinations, but trust us, they ought to top your list of places to visit. Our eight-day trip is a wonderful showcase of the cultural and natural highlights the Caucasus Region has to offer, with a huge helping of beautiful architecture and delicious cuisine to boot. Stroll the narrow streets of Tbilisi, tour ancient monasteries, stare down massive mountain ranges, visit with friendly locals, and soak up all the exotic culture of this underexplored region.
Highlights
- Set eyes on the stunning Caucasus Mountains
- Tour ancient monasteries
- Stroll narrow streets in Tbilisi
- Savour under-the-radar delicious food and wine in Georgia
Trip Details
Product Code: 2448
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Private van, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Classic
Supplier Code: EXGA
Starts: Yerevan, Armenia
Finishes: Tbilisi, Georgia
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Local Lunch and Traditional Cooking Demonstration, Geghard Your Foodie Moment: Georgian Wine Tasting, Telavi Your Foodie Moment: Lunch With A Local Family, Kakheti
- Echmiadzin visit
- Khor Virap visit
- Garni Roman temple and gorge visit
- Lake Sevan stop with visit to monasteries
- Sanahin Monastery Complex visit
- City tour of Tbilisi
- Georgian Military Road drive
- Mtskheta's UNESCO-listed churches visit
- Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral visit
- Hike to Uplistsikhe Cave
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Standard hotels (7 nts).
- 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches
Transport
- Private van, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $2166 (CAD $271 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Yerevan
Arrive at any time.
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Ibis Yerevan Center
Day 2: Yerevan/Echmiadzin
Drive to Echmiadzin to visit its famous cathedral. Later, enjoy a city tour of Yerevan, followed by a visit to the Genocide Memorial. Take some free time to explore the city of Yerevan.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit Armenia's ancient capital city. Stop at the famous cathedral, one of the world's first Christian churches (built in 301 AD). Learn about the cathedral’s history and change in architectural style after it was damaged in the late 400s. Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Take a guided wander around the lively and colourful city of Yerevan. Visit sites including the City Park, Abovyan street and Republic Square. Pay a visit to the Genocide Memorial and Museum dedicated to the Great Genocide of 1915 for a sobering look at a pivotal stretch of Armenian history. Enjoy a contemporary art-walk through the Gafeschian Centre of Art, before taking in ancient Armenian treasures and manuscripts at The Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts (Matenadaran).Free_time - Enjoy exploring this capital city.Accommodation - Ibis Yerevan Center
Day 3: Yerevan/Khor Virap/Garni
Explore Khor Virap and visit its monastery with fantastic views of Mt Ararat. Continue to the Roman temple of Garni. Enjoy lunch in a local home and watch how traditional lavash bread is made. Return to Yerevan with time to visit the main market or stroll the cafe-lined streets of the city.
During your free time in Yerevan opt to visit the Yerevan Brandy Factory or Megerian Carpet factory for some insight into staples of Armenian culture.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Continue on to Khor Virap through villages and vineyards. Visit the pilgrimage site and monastery built in 1662 that’s still used for services today. The structure is built around a pit, used to imprison Saint Gregory the Illuminator who was confined for 14 years by his pagan King for preaching Christianity. Explore the grounds and enjoy the fantastic views of Mt Ararat.Activity - Enjoy an excursion to the Roman temple of Garni, dedicated to the God of the sun, Mithra. The temple is one of the last standing pagan structures left in Armenia. The Temple grounds have other standing ruins such as a bathhouse, a church, and a cemetery. An earthquake destroyed the temple in 1679, but under the guidance of the architectural historian Alexander Sahinian, the temple was rebuilt by 1974. Visit Garni Gorge to admire the formations of basalt columns known as the ‘Symphony of the Stones.’ Activity - Sit down to a traditional Armenian lunch with the company of a local family. Watch as your hosts demonstrate "Lavash" bread baking and traditional barbecuing using an underground oven. Get your hands messy during a lesson on how to prepare an Armenian sweet before sitting down to a delicious lunch. End the experience with a sip of local apricot vodka or grappa in the cozy garden of this rural home.Free_time - Continue exploring this charming city.Accommodation - Ibis Yerevan Center
Day 4: Yerevan/Haghpat
Drive to the largest lake in the Caucasus region, Lake Sevan, and stop into charming monasteries along the way. Continue to Haghpat via Molokan-minority villages, stopping to enjoy traditional afternoon tea in a Molokan village. Overnight in Haghpat surrounded by breathtaking views of the Debet canyon.
The Molokan are a minority population in Armenia derived from settlers exiled from Russia for their religious beliefs. Their name derives from "Milk" due to the great amount of milk they would consume, especially during the fasting period determined by the Orthodox Clergy. Stop in a Molokan village en route to Haghpat to get a glimpse into daily life, and enjoy afternoon tea.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit the shores of beautiful Lake Sevan, the largest lake in the Caucasus Region. Stop into beautiful monasteries along the way to learn more about the region's history. Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit two iconic monasteries en route to Haghpat. The first is Sevanavank Monestary founded in 874 by King Ashot I, picturesquely standing on a peninsula, this site was used both for the purposes of pilgrimage, and as a place of exile for disgraced Armenian noblemen. Continue your drive and stop in forested town of Dilijan where you can take in the fresh air on a short walk around this quaint town. Last, travel to the heart of the forest to discover the impressive, fairytale-like Haghartsin Monastery, or "Monastery of the Playing Eagle".Accommodation - Hotel Qefo Haghpat
Day 5: Haghpat/Telavi
Visit Haghpat Monestary and UNESCO-listed monastic complex of Sanahin. Cross into Georgia to be welcomed and greeted by your Georgian CEO before transferring to Telavi, located on the foothills of the Tsiv-Gombori Range. This afternoon, sample traditional Georgian wines.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sanahin Monastery that dates back to the Byzantine era. The monastery is made up of several buildings including the main church the Cathedral of the Redeemer. Admire this beautiful example of medieval Armenian architecture and the view of the surrounding hills.Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit a winery in the city of Telavi, part of Georgia's Kakheti wine region. With an incredibly rich history of viticulture (going back thousands of years), enjoy a sampling of the region's famous wines, produced within Telavi's micro-climate.Accommodation - Hotel Zuzumbo Telavi
Day 6: Telavi/Kakheti Province/Tbilisi
Travel through Kakheti Province, dotted with churches and vineyards. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Kizikhi area and Sighnaghi. Stop for lunch at a local village house. Head to Tbilisi and enjoy a guided tour of the city.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Join a local family for a cooking demonstration, just in time for lunch. Look on as your hosts demonstrate how to prepare famous dishes from the area including Georgian bread, "mtsvadi" or pork barbecue and "churchkhela", a traditional Georgian sweet.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Enjoy a city tour with included visits to the Old Town, Metekhi Temple, the Abanotubani 'bath district' and the Narikala, the main fortress in Tbilisi.
Accommodation - Hotel Astoria Tbilisi
Day 7: Tbilisi/Uplistsikhe
Drive the famous Georgian Military Road to Mtskheta, ancient capital of Georgia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Continue to Uplistsikhe cave town and on through the dramatic Aragvi River Valley. Return to Tbilisi in the evening.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Stop at this group of historical churches in an ancient city of Georgia, together these churches are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and showcase examples of medieval architecture on ancient trade routes. Visit the Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral.Activity - Visit this ancient cave town dating back to the 7th century BC. The name translates into ‘the lord’s fortress’ and the town continued to be a religious and political stronghold until the 14th century before being attacked by the Mongols. While many travellers have never heard of this ancient city before visiting, after a few hours climbing around the rocks and caves Uplistsikhe quickly becomes a highlight of any trip to Georgia. Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Astoria Tbilisi
Day 8: Tbilisi
Depart at any time.
Meals included: Breakfast
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Lu Z. - Traveled, September 2023
I enjoy this type of small group traveling, with well organized itinerary, knowledgeable local CEOs, and like-minded fellow travelers.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Laura J. - Traveled, September 2023
Ethical tourism and visits to support local communities, interesting and varied itineraries, exciting destinations, excellent local guides.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Simon P. - Traveled, September 2023
Had a good time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Kathryn C. - Traveled, September 2023
I love the in depth look I get into different countries and cultures
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Tamla B. - Traveled, August 2023
Easy to do
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/09/2023
Janice M. - Traveled, August 2023
Well organised and selection of hotels
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/09/2023
Michael M. - Traveled, August 2023
Well organised hassle free and covers a lot of ground.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/09/2023
Kerry S. - Traveled, August 2023
It didn't cater for those with an injury
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/26/2023
Cyril D. - Traveled, August 2023
Great Group ,Good itinerary, Amazing guides
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/12/2023
J¿rn N. - Traveled, August 2023
Like the concept: international group, moving from place to place, bagpacking.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/12/2023
Rikke N. - Traveled, August 2023
Great guides, Nice hotels, great food, good tours!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/12/2023
Michael R. - Traveled, October 2023
Good website, good app, everything works pretty seamlessly.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/21/2023
Jenilyn G. - Traveled, October 2023
My sister recommended to me that G Adv is a great way to travel. Also many people on the tours are very enthusiastic about G Adv and are repeat customers
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/21/2023
Teresa M. - Traveled, October 2023
I have travelled with Roula and also read Bruce?s books. As well as donating to Planeterra, I understand and totally am in awe of what Bruce and Roula are achieving around the world. Plus all of the 25 G trips that I've been on have been great.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/21/2023
Kristina N. - Traveled, October 2023
The variety of locations that G Adventures offers travel to through it's tours.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/21/2023
Graciela G. - Traveled, October 2023
Well organised tours. Great CEOs most of the time
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/21/2023
Marjorie H. - Traveled, October 2023
Everything was well planned and the tour went smoothly including our extra days. This group was a good one and both CEOs were excellent and very knowledgeable .
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/21/2023
Linda B. - Traveled, September 2023
itinerary, great mix of ages and nationalities on the trip
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Piers C. - Traveled, September 2023
My experience was above my expectations and the trip was well organised and all went very smoothly
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Lynfa S. - Traveled, September 2023
Overall good size group, transport, and overall itinerary - but could have more built in free time (and especially make it clear when this is not possible, as were times itinerary said we',d have free time, but we did not).
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
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