A crossroads of Europe and Asia
Three nations.
One unforgettable journey.
Journey through a region of stunning natural beauty, rich and complex history, and vibrant cultures — spanning three distinct nations that sit at the very crossroads of civilisation. From the fiery hills of Azerbaijan to the monastery-crowned peaks of Georgia and the ancient spirit of Armenia, the Caucasus rewards those who come curious.
Explore Baku's futuristic skyline and ancient walled city, trek to Gergeti Trinity Church above the clouds in Kazbegi, traverse the Georgian Military Highway, and stand before Armenia's oldest churches still in use. This is a journey for those who want the road less travelled.
Trip Highlights
Baku Old Town (Icherisheher) — UNESCO World Heritage walled city
Gobustan petroglyphs & mud volcanoes — 40,000 years of history
Yanardag "Fiery Mountain" — 5,000-year-old eternal flame
Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum — Baku's architectural icon
Tbilisi Old Town & Narikala Fortress by cable car
Bodbe Monastery & Sighnaghi — Georgia's "City of Love"
Gergeti Trinity Church perched at 2,170m over Mount Kazbek
Traditional sulfur bath & soap massage in Tbilisi's Abanotubani
Georgian calligraphy masterclass — writing your name in wine
Churchkhela making & Georgian bread baking masterclasses
Echmiadzin Cathedral — world's oldest state-founded church
Geghard Cave Monastery & Lake Sevan, Armenia's "Blue Pearl"
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Meet & greet at Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Transfer to hotel. Check-in and free time.
Upland Park panorama, Flame Towers, Crystal Hall, Flag Square. Old Town: Maiden Tower, Shirvanshahs' Palace. Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum.
Gobustan National Park (UNESCO) — 6,000 petroglyphs. Mud volcanoes. Yashil Bazaar. Heydar Aliyev Cultural Centre (Zaha Hadid). Yanardag eternal flame.
Fly Baku to Tbilisi. Check-in. Georgian National Museum. Old Tbilisi tour: Narikala Fortress (cable car), Abanotubani, Meidan Square, Bridge of Peace, Metekhi Church, Clock Tower, Juma Mosque. Welcome dinner with Georgian polyphonic music & dance.
Bodbe Monastery (St. Nino). Sighnaghi — "City of Love", fortress walls & Alazani Valley views. Traditional Georgian lunch with churchkhela making and bread-baking masterclasses.
Jvari Monastery, Zhinvali Reservoir, Ananuri Fortress. White & Black Aragvi confluence. Georgian Military Highway. Gergeti Trinity Church at 2,170m — breathtaking views of Mount Kazbek.
Return to Tbilisi via Mtskheta (UNESCO) — Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Traditional sulfur bath & 15-min soap massage, Abanotubani. Georgian calligraphy masterclass using wine as ink.
Cross the Sadakhlo-Bagratashen land border into Armenia. Haghpat Monastery (UNESCO). Gyumri — Kumayri Historic District, Black Fortress, panoramic city views.
Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral (301–303 AD, world's oldest state church). Church museum — Noah's Arch relic & Holy Lance. Zvartnots Cathedral ruins. Yerevan: Cascade Complex, Opera House, Republic Square.
Garni Pagan Temple (1st century). Garni Gorge "Symphony of Stones" — basalt columns. Lavash bread-baking at a village home. Geghard Cave Monastery (UNESCO). Lake Sevan — "Blue Pearl of Armenia", Sevanavank Monastery. Victory Park & Mother Armenia monument.
Breakfast and check-out. Transfer to Yerevan Zvartnots International Airport for your departure flight.
Where You'll Stay
Baku Midtown Hotel ★★★★ or similar
Centrally located in Baku with easy access to the Old Town and modern boulevard. Bed & breakfast basis.
Astoria Tbilisi ★★★★ or similar
Elegant hotel in the heart of Tbilisi, steps from Rustaveli Avenue and Old Town. Bed & breakfast.
Rooms Kazbegi ★★★★★ or similar
Acclaimed mountain hotel with panoramic views of Gergeti Trinity Church and Mount Kazbek. Bed & breakfast.
Radisson Hotel & Spa Gyumri ★★★★★ or similar
Luxurious retreat in Armenia's second city, with Alexandra Spa (included) and fine dining.
Ani Plaza Hotel or similar
Well-positioned in central Yerevan, walking distance to Republic Square and the Cascade Complex. Bed & breakfast.