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Cox and Kings Armenia & Georgia: Treasures of the Caucasus

Cox and Kings Armenia & Georgia Treasures of the Caucasus

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Explore the spectacular highland countries of Armenia and Georgia, the world’s oldest Christian nations, with experts Dr William Taylor and Rowena Loverance. Both countries contain a treasure trove of ancient ruins, churches and monasteries together with centuries-old folk traditions. Europe meets Asia in this spectacular and historic region of the Caucasus, where visitors will find a friendly welcome, excellent food and wine, and varied landscapes.

– International flights (and domestic flights if applicable
– UK departure and overseas airport taxes
– 3- and 4-star accommodation
– All meals
– Local transfers in air conditioned vehicles
– Fully escorted by an English speaking guide throughout
– Entrance fees unless otherwise stated

– Specialist led tour
– Visit awe-inspiring medieval monasteries
– Private guided visit by a senior curator at the Georgia Museum of art
– Exclusive visits to monasteries and meetings with local religious leaders
– All meals included.

Day 1 – Fly to Yerevan
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Yerevan via Brussels. Arrive and transfer to your hotel.
(No meals)

Day 2 – Yerevan
Take a full day tour of Yerevan, including the Matenadaran, a repository of ancient Armenian manuscripts, Erebuni Fortress. Continue to Tsitsernakaberd, a museum commemorating the Armenian genocide. Next, visit the National Art Gallery which contains excellent examples of medieval frescoes.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 3 – Etchmiadzin
Drive west to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Etchmiadzin, the spiritual centre of the Armenian-Gregorian Church and take a private tour. Visit the St Hripsime Church and Etchmiadzin Cathedral, the oldest state-built church in the world. End the day at the 7th century ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 4 – Garni – Geghard
Drive east from Yerevan to the temple of Garni, a classic Hellenistic temple before hearding to the medieval monastery of Geghard.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 5 – Lake Sevan – Tbilisi
Cross the border into Georgia, stopping en route to see Lake Sevan and the monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin. Arrive in Tbilisi and stay for 2 nights.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 6 – Tbilisi
Today’s full day tour takes you to Narikala Fortress, Metekhi Church, and the State Museum. Spend the remainder of the afternoon on a private guided tour of the Georgia Museum of Art.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 7 – Mtskheta – Gori – Kutaisi
Drive to the site of Mtskheta, the city where Christianity was proclaimed at Georgia’s official religion. Continue to the church of Jvari, then to Gori, birthplace of Joseph Stalin. Visit the Stalin Museum before continuing to Kutaisi.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 8 – Bagrati – Gelati – Ubisa – Tbilisi
This morning, visit Bagrati cathedral before continuing to the Gelati monastery complex, which features numerous churches, houses and mosaics. Drive back to Tbilisi, stopping en route in Ubisa.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 9 – Gremi – Ikalto – Bodbe – Signagi
Travel through the winelands of Kakheti to the town of Gremi, before continuing on to Ikalto Academy, one of Georgia’s great medieval academies. Drive to Signagi via the monastery of St Nino at Bodbe, one of the country’s major pilgrimage sites.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 10 – Signagi – Tsinandali – Telavi – Alaverdi – Tbilisi
After a walking tour of Signagi, visit Tsinandali, the palace and vineyard of a noble family. After lunch in a wine house, visit Alaverdi, a functioning Georgian monastery. Return to Tbilisi for a farewell dinner and an overnight stay.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 11 – Fly to London via Vienna
Transfer to Tbilisi airport. Fly to London via Vienna
(Breakfast)

Tufenkian Yerevan Heritage Hotel, Yerevan
This charming 19th-century property is situated in the heart of downtown Yerevan, just a short walk from the main square and directly across from the outdoor craft market. The interiors are adorned with traditional Armenian textiles, featuring locally handcrafted rugs and blankets. The on-site Tufenkian Kharpert restaurant highlights lost Armenian recipes, offering a modern take on traditional dishes. During the summer, guests can enjoy a small outdoor pool.

Shota @ Rustaveli Boutique Hotel, Tbilisi
Shota @ Rustaveli Boutique Hotel is located in Tbilisi’s Mtatsminda district, just a short stroll from Rustaveli Avenue. The rooms are spacious and stylishly designed, featuring contemporary art by Georgian artists. The hotel’s restaurant serves a range of traditional Georgian dishes with a modern flair.

 

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