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- Gold Operator
- Explore!
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 7 - 18
- Age range 16 to 85
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- See the beauty of the largest lake in the Caucasus
- Wander through the Old Town of cosmopolitan Tbilisi
- Discover a 12th-century cave city carved out of a cliff
- Dine with a local family and indulge in local delicacies
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Join tour in Yerevan
- Day 2 Visit the Holy City of Echmiadzin and Genocide Museum
- Day 3 Visit sites of Garni and Geghard
- Day 4 Visit Amberd Fortress
- Day 5 Drive to Lake Sevan via monasteries and winery
- Day 6 Drive to Tbilisi via Monastery of Haghpat
- Day 7 Guided exploration of Tbilisi, free time to explore
- Day 8 Drive via Mtskheta to Kutaisi
- Day 9 Full day visit to the Black Sea town of Batumi
- Day 10 Drive to UNESCO monastery at Gelati, continue to Akhaltsikhe via Borjomi Central Park
- Day 11 Visit the cave town of Vardzia
- Day 12 Drive to Gori, visit Stalin’s birthplace. Continue to Gudauri
- Day 13 Gudauri: Walk in the Kazbegi Mountains and visit Gergeti Trinity Church
- Day 14 Drive to Telavi (in the Kakheti wine region)
- Day 15 Visit the farmer’s market and Alaverdi Cathedral, home-cooked lunch, finally drive back to Tbilisi
- Day 16 Trip ends in Tbilisi
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Hotel Ani Plaza
HotelDays 1, 2, 3, 4Blue Sevan
Hotelday 5Hotel KMM
HotelDays 6, 7, 15Kutaisi Inn
HotelDays 8, 9Lomsia Hotel
HotelDays 10, 11Hotel Gudauri Hut
HotelDays 12, 13Hillside Resort Telavi
Guesthouseday 14
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Number of tours
534
Age Range
16 to 85 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
92%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- AMarianne· May 17th, 2023Walk to Gergeti, temple of HeliosShow moreTrip date: April 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AColin· May 22nd, 2023Excellent tour guides imparting their passion and knowledge.Show moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ASusanna· May 24th, 2023Geghard Monastery and Vardzia cave town.Show moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AMark· May 24th, 2023Genocide museum & monument. The whole itinerary as I learnt so much on this trip in Armenia and georgiaShow moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ATeresa· June 10th, 2023Caves and the walk in Armenia through the organ rocks.Show moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AAnn· June 18th, 2023The variety of the itinerary. Highlight hearing the singing in various churches and monasteries. The snow covered greater Caucuses in Gudauri. The caravasarai on the Selim pass.Show moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AMark· June 20th, 2023Mountains and scenery, Vardzia and flowers, meals with familiesShow moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ALorna· June 12th, 2023interesting visits to families for dinner and wine tasting which wouldn't be possible if travelling independentlyShow moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by Explore!
- APaul· June 18th, 2023People, food, landscapes and history of a hugely underrated area of the world.Show moreTrip date: June 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ARichard· June 19th, 2023Obviously the monasteries and architecture were the stand-outs - but things like the arranged family lunches and local wineries made it more than would be found with larger group trips.Show moreTrip date: June 2023Review collected by Explore!
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Jorge
Asked on March 29th, 2025How can I find out about internet availability during the trip?
Explore!Operator•Written March 2025Wi-Fi will be available at certain hotels during the trip; please refer to the accommodations details for more information.
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Erika
Asked on March 18th, 2025What options do I have for payment during the trip?
- Explore!Operator•Written March 2025
We recommend bringing US$ for easier exchange, and credit card acceptance is very limited in some areas.
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Teresa
Asked on March 12th, 2025I am interested in your Best of Georgia & Armenia tour. I'd be traveling alone and want to know if I could be paired with another traveler so I don't have to pay a single supplement. Also, your website says the tour departs on Aug 15 and this page says Aug 16. Which date does it depart?
- Explore!Operator•Written March 2025
You can book as a twin share and we will pair you with another solo female traveller. The trip dates are AUG 16-31 2025.
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Teresa
Traveler•Written March 2025do you by chance offer any side trips to Azerbaijan, as well? I'd be interested in going there after the tour.
- Explore!Operator•Written March 2025
We don't offer a side trip but we offer a trip for Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia which starts in Azerbaijan and is a 19 day trip called The Best of Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia trip code is GFA. 26 JUL-13 AUG or 06-24 SEPT is when we run it.
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Leonie
Asked on November 18th, 2024Can you tell me the expected return time on the last day of the tour?
- Explore!Operator•Written November 2024
The group usually returns by the evening on the last day, so late flights can be considered, but it is best to schedule them later to avoid any rush.
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Alexandra
Asked on November 12th, 2024What should I bring for currency exchange while traveling in Armenia and Georgia?
- Explore!Operator•Written November 2024
We recommend bringing undamaged US$ notes issued post-1993 for currency exchange and speak to the tour leader about where to exchange them.
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Holger
Asked on August 9th, 2024What happens if I want to change my booking?
- Explore!Operator•Written August 2024
You can transfer your booking to another date or receive a credit voucher for future travel.
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Eric
Asked on July 22nd, 2024Can the tour leaders assist with additional travel arrangements during the trip?
- Explore!Operator•Written July 2024
Yes, our tour leaders are experienced and will provide assistance for additional travel options as needed.
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Laurenz
Asked on July 16th, 2024Is it easy to exchange currency in the countries visited?
- Explore!Operator•Written July 2024
Exchanging foreign currency may be possible in major towns, though using bank ATMs is also a viable option.
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Juan
Asked on May 5th, 2024Can I book an extra night at the hotel before the tour starts?
- Explore!Operator•Written May 2024
Yes, extra night accommodations can be arranged at the hotel at a set rate per room per night.
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Max
Asked on April 11th, 2024What should I do if I encounter health issues while on the trip?
- Explore!Operator•Written April 2024
It's advisable to have travel insurance that covers health emergencies during your trip.
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