Tbilisi is the capital of the country of Georgia. Its cobblestoned old town reflects a long, complicated history, with periods under Persian and Russian rule. Its diverse architecture encompasses Eastern Orthodox churches, ornate art nouveau buildings and Soviet Modernist structures. Looming over it all are Narikala, a reconstructed 4th-century fortress, and Kartlis Deda, an iconic statue of the “Mother of Georgia.”
Armenian – Georgian border. The mountainous resort of Dilijan also known as “Armenian Switzerland” which is well known for its forests as well as the flora and fauna. Small walking city tour in Dilijan with a visit to handicrafts’ street, where one can watch the preparation of different national souvenirs from wood, stone and ceramics. Visit the Haghartsin Monastery complex, located in a secluded place of a forest.4
Geghard monastery, which dates to 12th-13th centuries, the name of which means “holy spear” in the honor of the long-preserved spear, the same spear that pierced the body of crucified Christ, which were brought here by Apostle Thaddeus.
Arrive Tbilisi in the afternoon. Upon arrival, meet and greet and transfer to the hotel. Check in to hotel. Overnight stay at Tbilisi.
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for a half day city tour of Tbilisi. After the tour, visit the shopping Centre. Free time for shopping. Overnight stay at Tbilisi.
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to eastern part of Georgia Kakheti region, known almost exclusively for its vineyards and wineries. Visit Signagi, ancient city. After the tour, drive back to Tbilisi. Overnight stay at Tbilisi.
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and drive to Armenian – Georgian border. After passing the border, drive to the mountainous resort of Dilijan also known as “Armenian Switzerland” , have a walking tour of Dilijan. Later drive to Lake Sevan, one of the wonders in Armenia. After visiting all the above places, drive to Yerevan and check in to the hotel. Overnight stay at Yerevan.
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for a city tour of Yerevan. Start with a panoramic view of the city and acquaintance with the Center of the city, Republic Square. Visit the Opera and Ballet building, The Parliament and residency of the President of Armenia, State University, Mother Armenia Monument and the Sports and Concert Complex. Later proceed to Tsitsernakaberd - a Monument to the Armenian Genocide Victims. Later visit Matenadaran - one of the world’s largest depositories of ancient manuscripts. After visiting all the above places. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at Yerevan.
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to visit the Armenian carpet factory and watch the production of the handmade rugs (subject to availability). After the factory visit, proceed to the only remaining Pagan temple in Armenia, devoted to the God of Sun – Myrth, in Garni. Take a photo stop at Charentc Arc. Later take a visit to the ruins of the Royal Palace and Royal bath house. Overnight in Yerevan.
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and transfer to Yerevan airport to board your flight back to India.
Tbilisi sightseeing tour includes visit to the Old town including the Metechi church and the statue of king Vakhtang Gorgasali, Abanotubani, the ancient district of Tbilisi, known for its sulfuric baths, Narikala fortress, Sharden street, Shota Rustaveli avenue and the Open Air Museum of Ethnography.
Visit Signagi, ancient city, also known as the “City of Love”, with stone-paved streets and the balconies in old - Georgian style. Visit Bodbe Monastery originally built in the 9th century, which now functions as a nunnery and is one of the major pilgrimages sites in Georgia
Lake Sevan, one of the wonders in Armenia. This blue lake is one of the greatest high mountainous freshwater lakes of Eurasia. On a clear and sunny day, the water is often of a deep turquoise color. Total surface of the lake is 940 km2. Climb on Akhtamar peninsula, from where opens a fascinating and breathtaking view on Sevan Lake. Visit Sevanavank. Monastery (9th century), which stands in its greatness on the peninsula, overlooking the lake for centuries.
Tsitsernakaberd - a Monument to the Armenian Genocide Victims and the Genocide Victims’ Museum, commemorating the 1.5 million Armenians who perished during the first Genocide of the 20th century in the Western Armenia and in the territory of Ottoman Empire.
Matenadaran - one of the world’s largest depositories of ancient manuscripts and the pride of Armenian culture. Visit Cascade complex, which is considered the modern art center of Yerevan. Cascade is home to the Cafesjan modern art museum. This place becomes even more charming in the evenings, when it is full of people, both locals and tourists from all over the world, enjoying the magic and the warmth of the capital. It is a popular place for open air concerts in the summer season.
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