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Immerse yourself in the unique and vibrant offerings of Caucasus,

from its ancient churches, and archaeological wonders, to its diverse and dramatic natural highlights, this destination will

blow you away with its beauty and unforgettable

sights.

ARMENIA_LAKE SEVAN_SEVANAVANK MONASTERYTravel Validity Period:

Summer Apr – Oct 2019

HIGHLIGHTSAZERBAIJAN • Burning Mountain Yanar Dag• Absheron Peninsula• Fire Temple of Ateshgah• Heydar Aliyev Center• Maiden Tower• Shirvanshahs’ Palace• Diri Baba Mausoleum • Juma Mosque• Nohur Lake• Sheki Khans Palace

4-5★ HOTELSBAKU 5★ Hya Regency SHEKI 5★ Marxal HotelTBILISI 4★ Ramada EncoreTSAGHKADZOR 5★ Marrio HotelYEREVAN 4★ Opera Suite

GEORGIA• Winery Khareba • Sighnaghi Town• Ananuri Complex• Russia–Georgia Friendship Monument• 4WD to Gerge Trinity Church• Jvari Monastery• Sve tskhoveli Cathedral• Holy Trinity Cathedral• Statue of King Vakhtang Gorgasali• Cable Car to Narikala Fortress• Old Town Walking Tour

ARMENIA• Haghpat Monastery • Lake Sevan• Sevanavank Complex• Tsaghkadzor• Garni Pagan Temple• Geghard Monastery• Yerevan City Walking Tour• Khor Virap Monastery• Etchmiadzin Cathedral• Zvartnots Cathedral• Ararat Factory

DELICACIESMeal Plan8 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 8 Dinners

Note: Hotels subject to final confirma on. Should there be changes, customers will be offered similar accommoda ons as stated in this list.

DAY 1HOME BAKU (AZERBAIJAN) Meals on board

Assemble at the airport for your flight to Baku, the capital and commercial hub of Azerbaijan.

DAY 3BAKU SHAMAKHI SHEKIBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visit Diri Baba Mausoleum in Maraza village.

Continue scenic drives through the town of

Shamakhi and visit the historical Juma Mosque. Journey through the awesome

Muganly Mountain Pass and make a quick

stop at Nohur Lake for great mountain view

if the weather & time allows. Continue to

Sheki, visit to Sheki Khans Palace,

caravanserai and local bazaar.

DAY 4SHEKI LAGODEKHI BORDERKAKHETI (GEORGIA)SIGHNAGHI TBILISI Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After early breakfast head towards the

border to meet your Georgian guide. Visit

Winery Khareba, the unique wine cellar

located in the tunnel carved out of the rock.

Enjoy wine tasting along with the local

Chacha and enjoy lunch at the restaurant

which is built into the rock 58m above the

tunnel. Move to Sighnaghi, the prettiest

town in Kakheti. This city is surrounded by

an amazing defensive wall that offers

breathtaking views of Alazni Valley to the

Caucasus beyond. Continue to Tbilisi, the

capital of Georgia for dinner and the night.

DAY 2BAKU ABSHERON PENINSULABAKULunch, Dinner

Upon arrival, be welcomed by Azerbaijan guide and transfer for lunch at local restaurant. Start the visit from the unusual Burning Mountain Yanar Dag, an ancient and visually stunning fire which blazes continuously on a hillside for thousands of years. Take a route through the oil fields to the Absheron Peninsula and visit the Fire Temple of Ateshgah, the sacred place of Zoroastrian (UNESCO Heritage site). Return to Baku and indulge in the scenic vistas of Baku new city & Flame Towers on coach. Photo stop at Heydar Aliyev Center designed by Zaha Hadid with its distinctive architecture and flowing, curved style that eschews sharp angles. Then move to Icheri Sheher the oldest part of the city. Visit the Maiden Tower, Shirvanshahs’ Palace, caravanserai, and market square with numerous art studios and souvenir stalls. Enjoy authentic dinner at the museum like-traditional restaurant with tasty Azeri food.

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Shamakhi

Garni

ShekiSighnaghi

Tbilisi

Sevan

Kazbegi

Geghard

HaghpatSadakhlo

Tsaghkadzor

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DAY 5TBILISI KAZBEGI TBILISIBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive north toward the awesome Greater Caucasus Mountain Range. First stop visit the Ananuri, a castle complex perched along the turquoise waters of the Aragvi River. Make a stop at the Russia–Georgia Friendship Monument, which offers a breathtaking viewpoint that overlooks a deep gorge of the Caucasus mountain range. Cross Jvari Pass (2,395m) and arrive at Kazbegi, now officially name Stepantsminda, a valley town at 1750m attitude and only 11km from the Russian border. Transfer to 4WD vehicle which drive you to visit Gergeti Trinity Church, known as Tsminda Samebis Church which is located at an altitude of 2170 m and enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kazbegi. Return to Tbilisi for dinner and overnight.

DAY 7TBILISI SADAKHLO BORDERHAGHPAT (ARMENIA) DILIJANSEVAN TSAGHKADZORBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy early breakfast before head south to

the border of Armenia. After clearing

immigration, meet your Armenian tour

guide and proceed for lunch. Start your

acquaintances with Haghpat Monastery

which is among the outstanding works of

medieval Armenian architecture and is

inscribed in UNESCO World Heritage list.

Drive to picturesque town Dilijan, a unique

settlement with its natural and climatic

conditions. Head to visit Sevanavank Monastery which located on a peninsula at

the northwestern shore of Lake Sevan, one

of largest high-mountain freshwater lakes

in the world. Depart to Tsaghkadzor mountain resort, which is located at an

altitude of 1750 m above the sea level for

an overnight stay.

DAY 6TBILISIBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive to Mtskheta, the ancient capital of eastern Georgia. Visit UNESCO heritage sites

- the Jvari Monastery, a medieval monument

perched on a clifftop overlooking the city

and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, a masterpiece

of the Early Middle Ages. Return to Tbisili

start the sightseeing tour by visit Holy Trinity Cathedral, known as Sameba is one of the

largest orthodox cathedrals in the world.

Head to the Metekhi Church and see the

Statue of King Vakhtang Gorgasali, the

legendary founder of Tbilisi. Next hop on

cable car to Narikala Fortress and enjoy the

panoramic view of the city. Proceed to

Meidan Square, the heart of Old Tbilisi; stroll

through charming corners, cosy pedestrian

streets and inner courtyards lined with artists

fair and souvenir shops. Visit the famous

bakery before walking on to Sioni Cathedral (outview only). Walk along the district of

sulphur baths houses and see the only

mosque in Tbilisi. Continue to see Rezo Gabriadze Marionette Theater and clock tower. Tonight, enjoy a traditional Georgian

cuisine and be entertained by national folk

dances and musical shows at the local

restaurant.

Note: Cable car rides are subject to conditions.

GERGETI TRINITY CHURCH, GEORGIA

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DAY 8

Breakfast, Lunch, Chinese Dinner

Depart to the village of Garni and visit the

extraordinary Pagan Temple built in the 1st

century AD. Enjoy lunch in a local house

where you will have chance to see the

preparation of the Armenian national bread

“lavash”. Next visit to UNESCO Site Geghard,

a medieval monastery partially carved out of

the adjacent mountain. Continue head

towards Yerevan, the capital city of Armenia.

Embark on a city walking tour to see the

Cascade, Opera House, Republic Square and Freedom Square. Shopping at Gum Market which offers a variety of fresh and

dry fruits, nuts and teas. If time permits, visit

to Vernissage, the biggest souvenir open

market in town.

TSAKHKADZOR GARNI GEGHARD YEREVAN

DAY 10

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Head to Khor Virap Monastery, which sits

on a spur above the Ararat Valley and offers

spectacular views of the majestic Mount

Ararat (5,163 metres). Tuck into an authentic

lunch in a local art school before heading to

the Echmiadzin Cathedral, a UNESCO

World Heritage Site. Visit the 7th century

ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral were built at a

time when much of Armenia was under the

Byzantine empire. Back to Yerevan by

visiting Ararat Factory to taste renowned

Armenian cognac. Enjoy a farewell evening

meal and be entertained by an Armenian

Folk show. Free time at Shopping Mall

before transferring to Yeravan Airport for

onward flight home.

YEREVAN KHOR VIRAP ETCHMIADZIN ZVARTNOTS YEREVAN

DAY 9YERAVAN (FREE DAY)Breakfast

Today free at own leisure, or you may take

optional day tour to Ashtarak town which

located on the left bank of Kasagh River along

the gorge, northwest of the capital Yerevan.

DAY 11HOME SWEET HOMEWe hope you have had enjoyed your trip

with our company. We look forward in

seeing you again for your next trip.

KHOR VIRAP OVERVIEW MOUNT ARARAT, ARMENIACASCADE, YEREVAN, ARMENIA

SHIRVANSHAH PALACE, BAKU TBILISI OLD TOWN, GEORGIA

Addi onal ac vi es that complement your holidays will be at your own discre on and is en rely op onal.*minimum group size may apply and subjected to weather condi on.• Garni Gorge by 4WD: USD15• Ashtarak Tour with local house lunch: USD60

Tipping Guideline: (based on 11D8N)• USD 88 per person

Remarks:• A minimum group size of 15 passengers is required for a confirmed departure.• The sequence of the i nerary, flight schedules and hotels are subject to change without prior no ce in the event of unforeseen circumstances.• Entry visa is required to Azerbaijan.• During the crossing of border, a short walk with the luggage will be required due to custom regula ons.

CHURCHKHELA (GEORGIAN CANDY)