12 days tour

Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia - 12 Days

This tour includes:

Guide

Services of your Expat tour leader who will be on hand with advice and tips and ensure that you get the most from your trip.

Meals

11 breakfasts 4 lunches 3 dinners *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request *Option to exclude pork and/or beef *Jain and Kosher are not available for this tour.

Others

34 Experiences! Visit and explore Gobustan National Park Embark on a mud volcano safari Baku city sightseeing tour Visit the Yeddi Gumbez mausoleum, Shamakhi Visit Dzhuma Mosque, oldest mosque in Azerbaijan Explore the Mother of Alban temple, Kish Spend a free evening in Sheki to explore Visit Khareba winery for a wine tasting experience Explore Gremi architectural complex Spend time in the royal town of Signani Embark on a walking tour of Tbilisi Visit Metekhi Church Visit Narikala Fortress Visit Sioni Cathedral Spend a free day exploring Tbilisi at your leisure Drive the Georgian Military Highway Explore the Ananuri fortress and architectural complex Dine with a local Georgian family Take an adventurous drive to Gergeti Trinity church Drive up to the Jvari monastery, Mtskheta Visit the Russia-Georgia Friendship Monument Visit Svetitskhoveli cathedral Visit the birthplace of Joseph Stalin; explore the Stalin museum Stop and explore the Akhtala Monastery Sit down for a traditional lunch in Odzun Experience an Armenian honey demonstration Visit Hagphat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Explore the unique way of life in a Molokan village Visit and explore Dilijan, 'Switzerland of Armenia' Visit Lake Sevan; Explore the Sevanavank Monastery Set foot in the Geghard Monastery (Monastery of the spear) Visit the Garni Pagan Temple Embark on a Yerevan city tour Sit down for a traditional Armenian dinner All entrance fees as part of the included experiences

Transport

Modern air conditioned coach with reclining seats, TV for showing DVDs, and toilet Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days) Please note the coach buses are not wheelchair accessible.

Accommodation

11 nights' accommodation in twin rooms with private en-suite facilities Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room We use a variety of hotels in each of the destinations on this tour, hotels are selected closer to departure. Once booked, a confirmed list of hotels will be sent to you along with your Tour Leader announcement, 3-5 days prior to departure.

Not included:

Flights

You will be responsible for booking your own international and/or domestic flights. We additionally recommend you do not book your airfare until your place on the tour is confirmed. Please make sure to check the times that your tour will start and end before booking your flights.

Others

Arrival and departure airport transfers are not included in the tour cost. Please contact us for a link to Welcome Pickups Pre and post-tour accommodation is not included in the tour cost. Please contact us for a link to booking.com. Single supplement (Optional). Please contact our Travel Experts for a quote. Tipping.

Optional

Optional excursions are not included in the tour cost. All optional excursions are booked on tour and paid in cash to your tour leader, unless stated otherwise. Please note, certain optional excursions are subject to availability and could change as a result. Some optional excursions need to be pre-booked, please contact us to find out more

Insurance

When you sign up for an Expat Explore tour, you are required to secure adequate travel insurance cover for the duration of your trip. If you cannot provide Expat Explore with proof of adequate travel insurance prior to the start of your tour, you will not be permitted to embark on day one. The requirements include the following coverage: Trip Interruption Trip Delay Medical Expenses Quarantine Expenses and Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation The insurance must also cover medical costs and a medically imposed quarantine if the insured or someone the insured has come into contact with, tests positive for COVID-19. Before you book your tour, you're welcome to obtain a quote with Tour Radar's insurance partner, Cover Genius.

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Itinerary of your trip Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia - 12 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Start Of Tour In Baku
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Start Of Tour In Baku

      Welcome to Baku and the start of this Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia tour! Baku is the largest city on the Caspian Sea and capital of Azerbaijan. Today, enjoy time to settle in and explore at your leisure. Think of the city as a combination of Paris and Dubai. Itโ€™s a place that offers both history and contemporary culture and is an intriguing blend of east meets west. The heart of the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, surrounded by a fortified wall and pleasant pedestrianised boulevards that offer fantastic shopping opportunities. Attractions include the local Carpet Museum and the National Museum of History and Azerbaijan.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Gobustan National Park - Baku
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Gobustan National Park - Baku

      After breakfast, dive straight into exploring the history of Azerbaijan! Head south from Baku to Gobustan National Park for a mud volcano safari. This archaeological reserve is home to mud volcanoes and over 600,000 ancient rock engravings and paintings. After exploring this national historical landmark of Azerbaijan, travel back to Baku city and embark on a sightseeing tour. Travel to Upland Park and capture a birdโ€™s eye view of the city and Baku Bay below. Then, visit the iconic Icheri Sheher, the Old (or Inner) City of Baku with a local guide. This UNESCO World Heritage Site includes the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and Maiden Tower. Wind down after a day of exploring by walking along the flower-lined central boulevards of the city. Finally, make a stop at the updated Fountains Square, an area famous for its dozens of fountains and numerous shopping boutiques.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Shamakhi - Kis - Sheki
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Shamakhi - Kis - Sheki

      First sight of the day is Shamakhi, an ancient city of Azerbaijan, to see where the first dynasty of the state of Shirvan was founded. Visit Yeddi Gumbez, the mausoleum known as the Seven Domes, where the remains of the last of the Shamakhi Dynasty lie. Then, visit Juma Mosque, the oldest and largest mosque in Azerbaijan. The next stop for the day is Kish, one of the oldest villages in Azerbaijan. Visit the Mother of Alban church and ancient cemetery that dates back all the way to the 6th century. Once the tour reaches todayโ€™s final destination, Sheki, visit the Palace of Sheki Khans.

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Tour leaving from Baku

Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, is a fascinating city that combines history and modernity. With its Old City declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, its impressive medieval buildings, and its delicious Azerbaijani cuisine, Baku offers a unique experience for travelers. Additionally, Gobustan National Park and its ancient rock paintings are a must-visit. Discover the beauty and culture of Baku on your next adventure.

Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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