SILKWAY TRAVEL – AZERBAIJAN, GEORGIA & ARMENIA

Welcome to Azerbaijan! Upon arrival in Baku, transfer to your hotel and check in. Enjoy your free time exploring the vibrant capital with its mix of modern architecture and old-world charm. Overnight in Baku.

After breakfast, explore the highlights of Baku. Visit the Philharmonic Hall, walk along Istiglaliyyat Avenue, and discover the romantic tale of Saadat Palace. Tour the Nobles’ Residence and the National History Museum, once the home of Zeynalabdin Taghiyev. Marvel at the futuristic Heydar Aliyev Center, then take in panoramic views from Upland Park and enjoy a stroll along Baku Boulevard. Overnight in Baku.

Today, journey west to Sheki. En route, visit Diri Baba Mausoleum and the Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum in Shamakha. Cross the scenic Muganly Pass and arrive in Sheki, a city known for its winding streets and traditional architecture. Visit the splendid Khan’s Palace and the historic caravanserais. Overnight in Sheki.

After breakfast, head to the Georgia-Azerbaijan border. Meet your Georgian guide and continue to Gremi Monastery and the charming Tsinandali Estate, where you’ll enjoy a wine tasting of 5 Georgian varieties. End the day in the hilltop town of Sighnaghi before reaching Tbilisi. Overnight in Tbilisi.

Discover the cultural melting pot of Tbilisi. Visit the Sulfur Baths, diverse churches and synagogues, the striking Sameba Cathedral, Metekhi Church, and Narikala Fortress. Stroll through Shardeni Street and the historic Anchiskhati Church before ending on the lively Rustaveli Avenue. Overnight in Tbilisi.

Today’s journey takes you to the UNESCO-listed Mtskheta to visit the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Church. Continue to the ancient rock-hewn town of Uplistsikhe, an archaeological wonder above the Mtkvari River. Return to Tbilisi. Overnight in Tbilisi.

Drive along the Georgian Military Highway to Kazbegi. Stop at the stunning Ananuri Fortress and Jinvali Reservoir. In Kazbegi, switch to 4WD to reach the hilltop Gergeti Trinity Church with breathtaking views of Mount Kazbek (5047m). Overnight in Tbilisi.

Cross the Armenia border at Sadakhlo and continue to the UNESCO-listed Haghpat Monastery. Journey to the high-altitude Lake Sevan and enjoy a boat cruise on its azure waters. Visit Sevanavank Monastery before heading to the Armenian capital. Overnight in Yerevan.

Begin with UNESCO-listed Zvartnots Temple and the spiritual heart of Armenia, Ejmiatsin Cathedral. Return to Yerevan for a city tour, visiting Republic Square, Opera House, Cascade Park, Matenadaran Manuscript Museum, and the moving Tsitsernakaberd Genocide Memorial. Overnight in Yerevan.

Today, visit the historic Khor Virap Monastery with its unmatched view of Mount Ararat. Continue to Areni for a local wine tasting and then marvel at the red cliffs surrounding Noravank Monastery. Overnight in Yerevan.

Travel to the 1st-century Pagan Temple of Garni, then to the rock-carved Geghard Monastery. Join a local family to learn how to bake lavash, Armenia’s traditional bread. Later, visit the legendary Ararat Brandy Factory. Overnight in Yerevan.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Farewell to the beautiful Caucasus!