Paths of the Caucasus - From Georgia to Armenia in 15 Days
Complete 15-day journey through Georgia and Armenia: Kakheti wine region, Kazbegi, Martvili canyons, Batumi and Black Sea, Vardzia, Gyumri, Yerevan, Garni, Geghard and Khor Virap.
Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrival in Tbilisi
Airport transfer to hotel with guide assistance.
Distance: 18 km | Accommodation: Ibis Styles Tbilisi Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 2: Tbilisi - Guided Tour
Cultural immersion in Tbilisi: Rustaveli Avenue, Parliament, Opera Theater, Metekhi Square with river views, cable car to Narikala Fortress (4th century) with capital panoramas, Abanotubani district with historic sulfur baths, and Anchiskhati Basilica, the city's oldest church.
Accommodation: Ibis Styles Tbilisi Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 3: Tbilisi - Alaverdi - Nekresi - Kvareli - Telavi
Kakheti wine region: Alaverdi Cathedral (11th century, 50 meters high), Nekresi Monastery with Alazani Valley views, wine tasting at Khareba Winery with tunnels carved into rock. Night in Telavi.
Distance: 191 km | Accommodation: Holiday Inn Telavi ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 4: Telavi - Ananuri - Gergeti - Gudauri
Georgian Military Highway: Ananuri fortified complex reflected in Jinvali reservoir, ascent to Gergeti Trinity Church beneath Mount Kazbek. Night in Gudauri.
Distance: 198 km | Accommodation: Marco Polo ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 5: Gudauri - Uplistsikhe - Gori - Kutaisi
Stalin Museum in Gori with his birthplace and armored train car. Uplistsikhe, 3,000-year-old cave city carved in rock with pagan temples and Christian basilicas. Arrival in Kutaisi.
Distance: 335 km | Accommodation: Best Western Kutaisi ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 6: Kutaisi - Bagrati - Gelati - Prometheus
Kutaisi Agricultural Market, Bagrati Cathedral with panoramic views, Gelati Academy (UNESCO Heritage) with medieval frescoes, Prometheus Cave with stalactites and underground river boat ride.
Distance: 63 km | Accommodation: Best Western Kutaisi ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 7: Kutaisi - Okatse - Martvili - Batumi
Okatse Canyon with suspended walkway over the abyss, Martvili Canyon with turquoise waters and boat ride on Abasha River. Arrival in Batumi on the Black Sea coast.
Distance: 241 km | Accommodation: Best Western Premier Batumi ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 8: Batumi - Ubisa - Borjomi - Akhaltsikhe
Ubisa Monastery (9th century) with 14th century frescoes, Borjomi Mineral Park with healing volcanic waters. Arrival in Akhaltsikhe beside its Ottoman-Georgian fortress.
Distance: 324 km | Accommodation: Hotel Gino Wellness Rabath ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 9: Akhaltsikhe - Vardzia - Khertvisi - Bavra - Gyumri
Vardzia, 12th century rock-hewn monastery city with frescoes of Queen Tamar. Border crossing at Bavra into Armenia (vehicle and guide change). Arrival in Gyumri.
Distance: 193 km | Accommodation: 21 Rooms Hotel ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 10: Gyumri - Dilijan - Sevan - Yerevan
Walking tour of Gyumri with volcanic tuff architecture, Dilijan old town (the "Little Switzerland") with Sharambeyan street, Lake Sevan high mountain lake. Arrival in Yerevan.
Accommodation: Hotel Ani Plaza ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 11: Yerevan - Garni - Geghard
City tour of Yerevan: Republic Square and Cascade complex. Garni Temple (1st century) with "Symphony of Stones", Geghard Monastery (UNESCO Heritage) carved into rock.
Distance: 62 km | Accommodation: Hotel Ani Plaza ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 12: Yerevan - Tsitsernakaberd - Echmiadzin - Zvartnots
Tsitsernakaberd Memorial of Armenian Genocide, Victory Park, Echmiadzin (Holy See of Armenian Church, world's oldest Christian church), Zvartnots Temple (UNESCO Heritage) with Mount Ararat views.
Distance: 53 km | Accommodation: Hotel Ani Plaza ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 13: Yerevan - Khor Virap - Noravank - Areni Cave
Khor Virap Monastery with closest view of Mount Ararat, Noravank Monastery (13th century) in red cliff canyon, Areni Cave with world's oldest winery (6,000 years).
Distance: 240 km | Accommodation: Hotel Ani Plaza ⭐⭐⭐⭐
DAY 14: Departure from Yerevan
Transfer to Zvartnots Airport according to flight schedule.
Distance: 13 km
Travel the "Paths of the Caucasus" on a balanced 15-day journey that harmonizes mountain exploration with coastal pleasure and cultural richness. This itinerary is the ideal choice for those who want to see the Black Sea and the main regions of Georgia and Armenia, but prefer a slightly more relaxed pace, skipping the longer and more demanding journeys to Svaneti's high mountains.
Georgia: Wine, Mountain and Sea
We will begin our adventure in the cradle of wine, Kakheti, visiting wineries and monasteries. We will head north along the Military Highway to the Gergeti Trinity Church in Kazbegi, enjoying alpine views. The route flows westward, allowing us to discover the Martvili canyons before arriving at the vibrant city of Batumi. There, modern architecture, the botanical garden and the promenade offer a perfect counterpoint to ancient history, allowing a couple of days of relaxation by the sea.
Armenia: Stone and Tradition
The journey continues south, crossing into Armenia through dramatically changing landscapes. We will explore Armenia's second city, Gyumri, famous for its humor and black tuff architecture. We will venture into the capital, Yerevan, to discover its surrounding treasures: the Garni temple, Geghard monastery and Echmiadzin cathedral. We will also visit Lake Sevan and the forested Dilijan region. "Paths of the Caucasus" offers a complete panoramic vision, combining green nature, blue coast and Armenia's reddish stone architecture.
Included
- Accommodation: 13 nights in selected hotels
- Meals: Bed and breakfast
- Transport: Private vehicle with A/C and fuel
- Guide: Professional Spanish-speaking guide
- Logistics: Staff expenses (guide/driver)
- Water: 1 bottle per person/day
- Taxes: Local fees
- Entrances: Monuments as per itinerary
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners (unless specified)
- Alcoholic beverages and tips
- Personal expenses