Essences of the Caucasus - From the Sea to the Snowy Peaks
A 9-day journey connecting the Caspian Sea with the high mountains of Georgia, from Baku and Gobustan to the Kakheti wine region and the peaks of Kazbegi.
Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrival in Baku
Transfer from Baku airport to hotel with guide assistance. 20 km
DAY 2: Baku - Absheron - Baku
Visit to the Shirvanshahs Palace, Ateshgah fire temple, Yanardag burning mountain, Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center and the vibrant Yashil Bazaar. 43 km
DAY 3: Baku - Gobustan - Baku
Excursion to Gobustan Reserve (UNESCO Heritage) with 40,000-year-old petroglyphs, mud volcanoes and visit to the Carpet Museum. 204 km
DAY 4: Baku - Shamakhi - Sheki
Route to Sheki visiting Diri Baba Mausoleum, Seven Domes Mausoleum in Shamakhi, Khan Summer Palace with its famous Shebeke stained glass windows and Kish Albanian Church. 347 km
DAY 5: Sheki - Lagodekhi - Kvareli - Alaverdi - Telavi
Border crossing to Georgia via Lagodekhi. Visit to Khareba Winery with wine tasting in tunnels carved into rock. 11th-century Alaverdi Cathedral. Arrival in Telavi. 230 km
DAY 6: Telavi - Signagi - Bodbe - Tbilisi
Visit to charming Signagi, the "City of Love", with views of the Alazani Valley. Bodbe Monastery with the tomb of Saint Nino. Transfer to Tbilisi. 181 km
DAY 7: Tbilisi - Guided Tour
Tour of Rustaveli Avenue, Metekhi Square, cable car ride to Narikala Fortress, Abanotubani district with its sulfur baths and Anchiskhati Basilica. 2 km
DAY 8: Tbilisi - Ananuri - Kazbegi - Tbilisi
Excursion along the Georgian Military Highway. Ananuri Fortress by Zhinvali reservoir. Ascent to Gergeti Trinity Church beneath Mount Kazbegi. Return to Tbilisi. 321 km
DAY 9: Departure from Tbilisi
Transfer from hotel to Tbilisi airport. 18 km
About this trip
Capture the "Essences of the Caucasus" on a 9-day journey that connects the Caspian Sea with the high mountains of Georgia. This itinerary is designed to showcase the diversity of landscapes that defines this region, from the semi-arid coasts of Azerbaijan to the glacial peaks of the Greater Caucasus.
Azerbaijan: Fire and Oil
Starting in Baku, we will explore the "City of Winds", with its avant-garde architecture and medieval old town. We will visit the Absheron Peninsula and the Gobustan Reserve before traveling west through changing landscapes to Sheki, a green oasis in the mountains.
Georgia: Mountains and Valleys
In Georgia, we will visit the Kakheti region and the city of love, Signagi. The route takes us to the capital, Tbilisi, and then north, climbing the Georgian Military Highway to Kazbegi. Here, we will enjoy views of Mount Kazbek and the Gergeti Trinity Church, an icon of the country. The trip also includes stops at Ananuri fortress and Jinvali reservoir. A journey that combines urban exploration with the natural beauty of the mountains, offering a complete vision of the region.
Included
- Accommodation: 8 nights in selected 4-star hotels
- Meals: Bed and breakfast
- Transport: Private vehicle with A/C and fuel
- Guide: Professional English-speaking guide throughout the tour
- Logistics: Staff expenses (guide/driver)
- Water: 1 bottle per person/day
- Taxes: Local taxes included
- Entrances: Monuments according to itinerary
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners (unless indicated)
- Alcoholic beverages and tips
- Personal expenses