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- Gold Operator
- Penguin Travel
- 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 6 - 16
- Ages 18+
Highlights
- Explore ancient Etchmiadzin, Armenia's spiritual heart
- Visit Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Discover Tbilisi's historic sites and vibrant culture
- Tour the rock-hewn Uplistsikhe and Stalin's Gori
- Witness the eternal flames of Yanar Dag in Baku
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Yerevan (Armenia)
- Day 2 Yerevan - Echmiadzin - Zvartnots (Armenia)
- Day 3 Yerevan - Khor Virap - Noravank - Yerevan (Armenia)
- Day 4 Yerevan - Garni - Geghard - Lake Sevan - Dilijan (Armenia)
- Day 5 Dilijan - Fioletovo village - Tbilisi ( Georgia)
- Day 6 Tbilisi – Ananuri – Gudauri – Gergeti – Stepantsminda – Tbilisi (Georgia)
- Day 7 Tbilisi - Uplistsikhe - Gori - Mtskheta - Tbilisi (Georgia)
- Day 8 Tbilisi - Baku ( Azerbaijan)
- Day 9 Baku city tour (Azerbaijan)
- Day 10 Bibi-Heybat Mosque – Gobustan- Mud Volcanos-Yanar Dag (Absheron)-Ateshgah temple – Baku (Azerbaijan)
- Day 11 Departure
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
- Additional Services
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Operated by
Penguin Travel
Number of tours
41
Age Range
18 to 80 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
100%
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- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- FLFiona· June 23rd, 2025Our Caucasus Explorer tour with Penguin Tours was a lovely surprise. I was sceptical about small group tours but was pleased with the pace, variety of experiences, accommodation and transport. Our small and reliable group of 8 meant that we were able to have flexibility with timing and schedule. We had 3 lovely guides in Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan who enhanced the overall experience.Show more
Penguin Travel commented on this reviewТhank you for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed the trip and we're looking forward to having you on another adventure with us soon.Trip date: May 2025 
Supratim· June 17th, 2025The Caucasus Explorer tour offers an outstanding experience. Penguin Travel and the group leader Angelina excels in organizing memorable trips through these countries. The itinerary is well-planned, showcasing each nation's highlights, including the capital cities of Baku, Tbilisi, and Yerevan, along with captivating sites such as the Khor Virap Monastery in Armenia. The pace is comprehensive yet well-balanced, maximizing sightseeing opportunities. The trip provides great value for its price. The hotels provided by Penguin Travel are well-located, clean, and comfortable, exceeding expectations. The convenient locations allow for easy exploration during free time. Transportation throughout the tour is well-managed, with comfortable vehicles and skilled drivers. The excellent guides, comfortable accommodations, and smooth logistics make for an unforgettable adventure. Penguin Travel is recommended for its professionalism, value, and commitment to provide unique experiences.Show morePenguin Travel commented on this reviewThank you for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had such a memorable experience on the Caucasus Explorer tour and truly appreciate your kind words about Angelina and the entire journey.Trip date: May 2025- Mary-Rose· May 7th, 2025I was the victim of an unprovoked attack with a weapon by a violent member of the group. I have my attack on video. This individual was violent on at least three prior occasions with others in the group and with a stranger who was another tourist, the tour leader received complaints and was aware, yet Penguin still allowed her to stay on the tour and she was only removed after she viciously attacked me. More was done to appease unreasonable and aggressive characters and there was zero regard for the basic safety of others who spent time and money to be on this trip. I know Penguin would like to earn her money too but their own policy allows them to remove unreasonable members at their discretion. They failed to exercise this discretion and that led to me being injured. I'm sure this violates the health and safety conditions and regulatory requirements of their tour operator licence. I received zero medical treatment and the tour just continued after the attack. Truly appalling management of a very dangerous situation.Show morePenguin Travel commented on this reviewDear Mary, Thank you for your detailed message. We are truly sorry to hear about your experience during the final day of the Caucasus Explorer tour. We take all reports of aggressive behavior seriously and want to emphasize that such conduct is... Show moreTrip date: April 2025
- Heini· January 4th, 2025Great trip for those who have seen most of the world and want to get off the beaten track. So many wonderful things to see in these countries!Show moreTrip date: May 2024
- Giridhara· October 31st, 2024Overall nice but tour Mgr was bit lacking in giving details about day to day events. He was hesitant and depended on tour guides about the schedule.Show moreTrip date: October 2024
- Shane Keith Otley· October 23rd, 2024Tour guides varied from very good to fair. Sights covered goodShow moreTrip date: October 2024
- Bob· September 19th, 2024these are 3 nice countries to visit if you are looking for something new. \they are safe clean and interestingShow moreTrip date: September 2024
- JAJose· August 21st, 2024I fully recommend pingueen travel. The trip was amazing. Thanks Dimitar & whole team.Show moreTrip date: August 2024
- Norhayati· August 12th, 2024Excellent trip with a wonderful fun group. Great tour leader Gorgi. Good local guides and our driver from Armenia, Arun is a total gem. Would be good if the city tour in Baku be done at night during summer in future as it offers a different perspective and better for the group.Show more
Trip date: July 2024 - Peter· August 8th, 2024Nice itinerary with some opportunities for individual exploring. I'd recommend to stay a day early in Yerevan and later in Baku to really explore those cities. Penguin before, and the guide during were excellent. Very knowledgeable guides in all countries, and they were very nice. Maybe a bit too longwinded at times that cut short available time for photos or exploring sites at various places. Hotels were excellent.Show moreTrip date: July 2024
Dates & Availability
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- From Saturday13 Sep, 2025To Tuesday23 Sep, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold out
- From Wednesday17 Sep, 2025To Saturday27 Sep, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,115 per personMultiple Room TypesLocal payment$388
- From Saturday11 Oct, 2025To Tuesday21 Oct, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold out
- From Wednesday15 Oct, 2025To Saturday25 Oct, 2025EnglishFilling FastFrom:NZ $2,115 per personMultiple Room TypesLocal payment$388
- From Saturday25 Apr, 2026To Tuesday5 May, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $2,173 per personMultiple Room TypesLocal payment$388
- From Saturday16 May, 2026To Tuesday26 May, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $2,173 per personMultiple Room TypesLocal payment$388
- From Saturday12 Sep, 2026To Tuesday22 Sep, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $2,173 per personMultiple Room TypesLocal payment$388
- From Saturday10 Oct, 2026To Tuesday20 Oct, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $2,173 per personMultiple Room TypesLocal payment$388
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Marilyn
Asked on May 26th, 2025is it too hot in late July/august?
Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2025While it is summer in that period, we believe the weather is suitable for running the tour. Currently, we don't have anyone else available for you to share a room with. However, if you book, we will add the single-room supplement and note you are willing to share a room. Then, we will see if we can pair you with someone else, and if we do, we will remove the supplement.
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Joseph
Asked on May 12th, 2025do you do the airline booking
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Joseph
Traveler•Written May 2025Is there an option to share a twin room with another female solo traveler?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2025
If you wish to be matched with another traveler from the same sex, you should book Single Private Room and send us a message indicating that you are willing to share a TWIN room. We can't guarantee you, that there will be another traveler willing to share, but in case there is we will match you and the money you've paid for the single supplement will be reimbursed to you.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2025
The local payment is part of the total cost of the tour and not additional fee, so it does not cover any additional services not mentioned as 'included'.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2025
Regarding the flight tickets between Tbilisi and Baku is of the cost of about 140-180 EUR per person/23kg checked-in luggage and it needs to be paid additionally. We also can purchase the tickets, but you have to request this service, or you will go ahead and proceed by yourself.
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Margaret
Asked on May 11th, 2025Please let me know more details of the tour and the best rates you can offer
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2025
We still have availability for the trip on the 26th of July for the trip. The price per person in a double room is 1220 EUR (1020 EUR is paid by bank in advance, 200 EUR is local payment paid in cash on the trip).
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Rob
Asked on May 8th, 2025Will the 26th July tour work for my travel dates?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2025
We do not have a departure date on 18th of August 2025 for this trip. The closeset available date is 26th of July, does that work?
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Andy
Asked on April 19th, 2025I am interested in joining the tour departing on 31 May and would like to enquire whether there are any other female travellers already booked on this departure who might be open to sharing a twin room. I am willing to share with another female participant in order to avoid the single supplement fee.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written April 2025
At the moment, there are not other female participants who are willing to share room. However, if you wish to proceed with the booking, we will note you want to share. If someone else signs up that is willing to share as well, we will remove the single supplement.
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Rose
Asked on March 27th, 2025Whether you have availability for one female person on the Caucasus 11 days tour.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written March 2025
We do have availability for the date 24 May 2025. Please, let us know for how many people you are interested, as on the request it says 2.
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Rose
Traveler•Written March 2025I like to do the 17th of September 2025 tour. I like to share a room with another female.
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Rose
Traveler•Written March 2025Do you work with a travel agency? I am also going to need to buy travel insurance. Do I need as an Australian citizen a visa for Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written March 2025
We cannot sell you a date which still does not exist as an option. When we complete the booking we will send you a recommended insurance. Each traveler need a visa for Azerbaijan, once the booking is complete we will send you all information needed.
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Alexander
Asked on March 18th, 2025Is this a confirmed tour. N I m a solo traveller how much is for single supp.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written March 2025
We do have one left available spot for this date. The single room supplement is 260 EUR.
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Nicholas
Asked on March 12th, 2025Do you have 2026 (next year) "Dates & Availability" for this tour?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written March 2025
The dates and availabilities for 2026 will be uploaded in May/June.
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Carole
Asked on March 5th, 2025What does the Local payment refer to?
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Carole
Traveler•Written March 2025What is the additional cost for a single traveller?
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Carole
Traveler•Written March 2025Can you cater for a Gluten-free diet?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written March 2025
The "local payment" needs to be paid in cash to the tour leader on arrival. Having a small part of the cost paid cash as a local payment is a standard practice in the tourism industry. During some of our tours in specific parts of the world, there are a lot of cash expenses that we as an agency need to cover (which are included in your travel package). That's why to make it safer and easier for our tour leader, they will collect a small amount in cash directly from you during the tour. Having a Local Payment also allows us to keep the cost of our tours competitive and save on operational and administrative costs, so we can pass the savings on to you. Please note that the local payment doesn't cover tips for the local guides or tour leader, entry fees or other personal expenses.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written March 2025
The additional cost for a single traveler is 260 euros, this includes single rooms in the hotels.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written March 2025
Unfortunately the menu for this trip is fixed. Me, personally, have a problem with the gluten, so I am just careful with the things I eat when traveling. Also I try to buy fruits and vegies along the way, so that I always have a little snack in case I feel hungry. A breakfast doggy bag is also a good option in these cases. On the other side the food in the Caucuses region is amazing - if you eat meat, you will not have a problem with the gluten restriction.
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Jan
Asked on February 21st, 2025we're a Travel Agency and would like to do this as a Private Group Tour. Please let us know if that is possible and what is the maximum Group size that you can take? Right now we may have 12 pax who may be interested and may bring in more pax subject to your maximum group size.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written February 2025
We can organise a private tour for, the maximum size is 15 people. As a starting date we can offer 12th of July or 9th of August. The price for the private tour is 1350 EUR per person in a Double room. The price for the single room supplement is 310 EUR.
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Jan
Traveler•Written February 2025Would you be able to tailor a more detailed Proposed Itinerary with the Inclusions/ Exclusions etc. as this is an Adventure Group who loves nature and short scenic hikes.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written February 2025
The itinerary, as per this moment is the same that you see it on the website of Tour Radar. If you want, we can work and try to tailor an itineray that includes more nature and short scenic hikes. The focus of our itinerary is more into cultural side, than to the nature one.
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