From €4,491 per person
Duration: 19 days
Tour language: English
Guiding type: Fully Guided
Group size: 1 – 40
Tour overview
Welcome to our combined Turkey, Armenia and Georgia Tour!
Itinerary
Day 1: Istanbul – Arrival Day
(Breakfast included)
Meet at the Istanbul International Airport and transfer to your hotel. You will be given your room key and the rest of the day is yours to explore Istanbul.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2: Istanbul Tour
(Breakfast included)
Guided Istanbul Old City Tour on foot, visiting Topkapi Palace (closed on Tuesdays) Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum (closed on Mondays), Covered Grand Bazaar (closed on Sundays).
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3: Bosphorus and Shopping Tour with Domestic Flight to Izmir
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
Pick up at 08:30, from the hotel for the tour of Bosphorus and Shopping Tour. During the tour, we will enjoy a Bosphorus Cruise and Grand Spice Market visit. Tonight we have an evening flight to Kusadasi.
Overnight in Kusadasi
Day 4: Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
Todays is pick up time again at 08:30 for the tour of the ancient city of Ephesus and Virgin Marys House. You will visit: The Temple of Diana, The Old City of Ephesus, Temple of Hadrian and Serapis, Library of Celcius, lunch in Selcuk and onto sightseeing of the Last Abode of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis. Overnight in Kusadasi.
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Day 5: Kusadasi and Cappadocia Tour
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
The day is yours till your flight time. You will be picked up from your hotel and transfer to Airport for your domestic flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival transfer and check into your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 6: Cappadocia Tour
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
You will be picked up from your hotel at 09:30 for the second day tour of Cappadocia. You will visit: Red valley (4 kms hiking), Rose valley (visiting the churches), Cavusin (Old Christian village), Lunch in Pigeon valley, Kaymakli (Underground City), and Ortahisar Castle. After the tour, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 7: Cappadocia Tour
(Breakfast included)
Your day starts with a pick up at 9:30 and tour of the local highlights of Cappadocia. You will visit: Devrent Valley, Monk´s valley (Pasabag), Avanos (lunch in Avanos), Goreme open air museum, Uchisar (Natural Castle). End of the tour transfer to Airport for your domestic flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, transfer and check into your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 8: Istanbul – Yerevan – Armenia Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and depart for Istanbul International Airport. Arrive to Yerevan and you will be transferred from airport to your hotel by one of our official guides. Check into the hotel where your accommodation has been reserved for the night. You will be given your room key and the rest of the day is yours to enjoy party and explore Yerevan. Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 9: Garni – Geghard Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast, you will depart for a Guided City Tour of Garni and Geghard. During the excursion, first we visit museum Erebuni and Genocide Memorial to the victims of 1915. Drive to the Pagan Temple of Garni which is the only non-Christian temple currently standing in Armenia and cave monastery in Geghard. The structures of the fortress of Garni are in perfect harmony with the surrounding nature. Lunch at a local house in Garni where you will have opportunity to watch Armenian national bread lavash baking and barbeque making process in the underground stove called tonir. Northeast of Garni, higher up the gorge of the Azat River, there is a magnificent monument of medieval Armenian architecture – Geghard monastery inscribed in UNESCO World Heritage list. Dinner at the National Restaurant Our Village where you can taste Armenian National food and listen Folk music. Overnight in Yerevan.
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Day 10: Yerevan – Matenadaran – Ejmiatsin – Zvartnots Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast, we visit Matenadaran Museum which was built in 1959, has one of the world’s largest manuscript collection in the world and has the largest collection of Armenian manuscripts. We visit the center of Armenian – Apostolic Church in Echmiadzin where is the world’s oldest National Church and is one of the most ancient Christian communities. Afterwards, visiting Main Cathedral and Hripsime church where is one of the oldest surviving churches in Armenia. Lunch in the bee keeper house where we you can have a lunch with his family. We visit ruins of Zvartnots temple where is the ruins of a seventh century centrally-planned aisled tetra conch type Armenian cathedral built by order of the Catholicos Nerses the Builder from 641 – 653. At 7:00 pm dinner at the famous national restaurant Yerevan Pandok. Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 11: Yerevan – Saghmosavank – Hovhanavank – Amberd Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast we visit Saghmossavank and Hovhanavank medieval monastery, situated in the breath-taking site, at the deep canyon of Ashtarak. After here, we go to see the fortress of Amberd which was a family estate of Pahlavuni dukes. Next to that fortress we do picnic. At 7:00 pm dinner at the Armenian and Georgian national restaurant Genac Vale. Overnight in Yerevan
Day 12: Yerevan – Khor Virap – Noravank – Areni – Selim – Sevan Tour
(Breakfast included)
You will be picked up from your hotel, after breakfast, we visit Khor Virap Monastery, from here one can enjoy the majestic view of Mount Ararat not too far from the Arax river. Khor Virap is the closest point to Mount Ararat from the territory of Armenia, the most convenient place for observing and taking pictures of the biblical mountain. Noravank set in a canyon rich with rare flora. It is a 13th century Armenian Apostolic Church monastery, located 122 km from Yerevan in a narrow gorge made by the Amaghu River, nearby the city of Yeghegnadzor, Armenia. We will have our lunch in the cave of Noravank. Afterwards, we continue our tour to Areni wine factory. We will have an opportunity to taste Armenia’s finest wine in a village. Then, our tour continues by Selim pass the Sevan lake. Lake Sevan is the largest lake in Armenia and one of the largest high-altitude lakes in the world. Lake Sevan is situated in the central part of the Republic of Armenia, inside the Gegharkunik Province, at the altitude of 1,900 m above sea level. Visit to Sevanavank. Sevanavank is a monastic complex located on a peninsula at the northwestern shore of Lake Sevan in the Gegharkunik Province of Armenia. Overnight in Sevan.
Day 13: Sevan – Dilijan – Haghatsin – AlaverdiTour
(Breakfast included)
You will be picked up from your hotel, after breakfast. First we visit Dilijan town. Dilijan is a lush, green city located in the northern Armenian province of Tavush. It is one of the most important resorts of Armenia, situated in Dilijan National Park. Hiking, mountain biking, and picnicking are popular recreational activities. Walking tour to the Haghartsin Monastery. In the upper reaches of the Aghstev River, there is Haghartsin monastery ensemble of the Tavush district. Lunch in a family house. After lunch, drive to Alaverdi Alaverdi Monastery which is a Georgian Orthodox monastery located 20 km from Telavi, in the Kakheti region of Eastern Georgia. Parts of the monastery date back to 6th century. Overnight in Dilijan.
Day 14: Haghpat – Sanahin – Sadakhlo border – Tbilisi Tour
(Breakfast included)
You will be picked up from your hotel, after breakfast. We start with a visit to Sanahin Monastery that is an Armenian monastery founded in the 10th century in the Lori Province of Armenia. The name Sanahin literally translates from Armenian as this one is older than that one, presumably representing a claim to having an older monastery than the neighbouring Haghpat Monastery. We visit Haghpat Monastery (10 – 13cc). The construction of this monastery is associated with the glory of the Bagratuni Royal Family. The oldest structure of the monastery, the holy Cross Church was built in 977 – 911. We will have our lunch in this area. We drive to Sadakhlo border. 15:00 Meet at the border, coach and guide change and drive to Tbilisi. Tbilisi is the capital and the largest city of Georgia, lying on the banks of the Mtkvari (Kura) River. Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 15: Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Gudauri Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast, we depart from Tbilisi. Pass through Mtskheta, one of the oldest cities of the country of Georgia, located approximately 20 kilometers north of Tbilisi at the confluence of the Aragvi and Kura rivers. On the way, visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites: Jvari Monastery, a Georgian Orthodox monastery of the 6th century near Mtskheta (World Heritage site), Mtskheta – Mtianeti region, eastern Georgia. The name is translated as the Monastery of the Cross. For another, Jerusalem-located Georgian monastery with the same name, see Monastery of the Cross and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Svetitskhoveli Cathedral is a Georgian Orthodox cathedral located in the historical town of Mtskheta, Georgia, 20 km (12.5 miles) northwest of the nation’s capital of Tbilisi.
Then, continue to Gudauri, a ski resort located on the southern slopes of The Greater Caucasus Mountain Range in Georgia. The resort offers high-quality skiing opportunities. The ski season lasts from December to April. Heliskiing is also available throughout the season. Overnight in Gudauri.
Day 16: Gudauri – Kazbegi – Gudauri Tour
(Breakfast included)
You will be picked up from your hotel, after breakfast, to start for a lovely day out and then drive to Mount Kazbegi. Mount Kazbek is a dormant strato volcano and one of the major mountains of the Caucasus located on the border of Kazbegi District of Georgia and North Ossetia. It is the third highest mountain in Georgia (after Mount Shkhara and Janga) and the seventh highest peak in the Caucasus Mountains. Kazbegi is steeped in legend: the ancient Greeks believed that Prometheus was chained to the rocky flanks of the mountain as a punishment for stealing fire from the Gods and giving it to mortals, while Christian legend tells that the manger of Christ was brought to Kazbegi and is still hidden somewhere hereabouts. Whether you believe these tales or not, climbing the mountain is sure to be an unforgettable experience. Overnight in Gudauri.
Day 17: Gudauri – Kutaissi Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast drive to the second largest city of Georgia, founded about 40 centuries ago, former capital of the west Georgian Kingdom Colkhics which is related to the myth of Golden Fleece and Argonauts. Visiting Bagrati Temple. Bagrati Cathedral is an 11th century cathedral church perched atop the Ukimerioni Hill. The cathedral is now in ruins but is still considered a masterpiece of Georgian medieval architecture. The Bagrati Cathedral, combined with the Gelati Monastery, are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. After here, we pay a visit to Gelati Monastery, which is a monastic complex near Kutaisi, Imereti, western Georgia. It contains the Church of the Virgin founded by the King of Georgia David the Builder in 1106, and the 13th-century churches of St George and St Nicholas. Overnight in Kutaisi.
Day 18: Kutaisi – Gori – Tbilissi Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast, you will be picked up and drive to Gori. Visiting Joseph Stalin House Museum. The Joseph Stalin Museum is a museum in Gori, Georgia dedicated to the life of Joseph Stalin, the leader of the Soviet Union, who was born in Gori. The museum has three sections, all located in the town’s central square. It was officially dedicated to Stalin in 1957. With the downfall of the Soviet Union and independence movement of Georgia, the museum closed in 1989, but has since been reopened, and is a popular tourist attraction. Return to Tbilisi. Overnight in Tbilisi.
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Day 19: Tbilisi – End of Tour
(Breakfast included)
Check out from your hotel before 11:00 am. We hope you had a memorable tour and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another TravelShop Booking tour. We provide your return Airport transfer service from your hotel. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing us.
Included
Accommodation
- 3 nights’ hotel accommodation in Istanbul – Pullman Hotel or Ramada Golden Horn Hotel
- 2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Cappadocia – Comfort Ada Class or Palm In Hotel
- 2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Kusadasi – Antique House Cave or Suhan Hotel
- 4 nights’ hotel accommodation in Yerevan – Grand Hotel Yerevan
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Sevan – Orsetto Hotel
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Dilijan – Best Western Plus Paradise Hotel
- 2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Tbilisi – Wyndham Grand Hotel
- 2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Gudauri – Gudauri Inn Hotel
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Kutaisi – Kabodoni Boutique Hotel
PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange similar other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost
Guide
- Professional English speaking tour guides
Meals
- 11 breakfasts
Transport
- Arrival Airport transfer from Istanbul Airport
- Arrival Airport transfer from Yerevan Airport
- Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
- Return transfer to Istanbul Airport
- Return transfer to Tbilisi Airport
Other included
- Guided Istanbul City Tours
- Guided Cappadocia Tours
- Guided Ephesus tour
- Guided Yerevan Tour
- Guided Sevan Tour
- Guided Dilijan Tour
- Guided Tbilisi Tour
- Guided Gudauri Tour
- Guided Kutaisi Tour
- All entrance fees mentioned within the itinerary
Hygiene protocol
Excluded
Flights
- International flights
- Domestic flight from Istanbul to Izmir
- Domestic flight from Izmir to Cappadocia
- Domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul
Insurance
- Insurance: All types
Other not included
- City Tax
- Armenia entry visa
- Georgia entry visa
- Turkey entry visa
- Optinal land excursion
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section.
- Hotel room taxes
- Tipping