It’s a pleasure to welcome to Silk Road Armenia Travel Agency. Our tour will be super sweet. Armenian Dry Fruit production and tasting. Then we will visit the Sagmossavank Monastery, which is located on the edge of the Kasakh gorge, which makes the landscape simply fantastic. We will visit the monument to the Armenian alphabet. After that we will head to the medieval mysterious fortress of Amberd (7th-13th centuries AD), which is built on the slope of Mount Aragats (4091 meters above sea level). From here you can see two mountains at once – Aragats and Ararat.
Highlights
13 days
Offered in Russian (Русский) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
13 days
Offered in Russian (Русский) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pick up/Drop off service
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide service
Professional driver
Meals
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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It’s a pleasure to welcome to Silk Road Armenia Travel Agency. Our tour will be super sweet. Armenian Dry Fruit production and tasting. Then we will visit the Sagmossavank Monastery, which is located on the edge of the Kasakh gorge, which makes the landscape simply fantastic. We will visit the monument to the Armenian alphabet. After that we will head to the medieval mysterious fortress of Amberd (7th-13th centuries AD), which is built on the slope of Mount Aragats (4091 meters above sea level). From here you can see two mountains at once – Aragats and Ararat.
DAY 1: ArrivayL Baku
Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in Baku.
2 hours
2
Birdwatching Gobustan
DAY 2: Gobustan – Baku
Breakfast
Gobustan
Excursion to Gobustan, famous for its prehistoric rock carvings. Discover over 4,000 petroglyphs dating back more than 12,000 years, depicting hunting scenes, rituals, and ancient life.
Baku City Tour
Return to Baku for a city tour with views over Baku Bay and Upland Park. Explore the UNESCO-listed Inner City, visit the Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs.
Continue to the Carpet Museum to see traditional Azerbaijani crafts, then enjoy a walk along Baku Boulevard.
Overnight in Baku
2 hours
3
Shamaha-Pirqulu Road
DAY 3: Baku–Shamaha–Sheki
Breakfast
Kish
Departure to Sheki (350 km from Baku), one of the oldest cities in Azerbaijan. On the way, stop in the village of Kish. This village is very famous for its numerous Christian monuments: the Albanian Church (6th–7th century) and the ancient cemetery.
Shemakha
Visit to the Diri Baba Mausoleum and the Shemakha Mosque. Continue with a visit to the synagogue in Oguz and the 6th-century church.
Sheki
Continue to Sheki, an ancient city on the Silk Road, surrounded by mountains and oak forests. Arrival at the hotel.
Overnight in Baku.
2 hours
4
Sheki
DAY 4: Sheki-Gurjani-Sighnaghi– Bodbe-Tbilsi
Breakfast
Sheki
City tour of Sheki: visit the 18th-century Khan’s Summer Palace with frescoes and the Historical Museum.
Border Crossing
Transfer to the Azerbaijan–Georgia border (Lagodekhi), change vehicle and guide. Continue to Kakheti, Georgia’s main wine region.
Sighnaghi
Visit Sighnaghi, a charming hilltop town with 18th-century walls and beautiful views over the Alazani Valley and the Caucasus Mountains.
Bodbe Monastery
Visit Bodbe Monastery, an important religious site linked to Saint Nino.
Overnight in Tbilisi
2 hours
5
Tbilisi
DAY 5: Tbilisi CityTour
Breakfast
Tbilisi City Tour
Explore Tbilisi starting from the Old Town. Visit the famous sulfur baths, Georgian Orthodox and Armenian churches, the synagogue, and the mosque. See the Holy Trinity Cathedral (Sameba), the largest in the Caucasus.
Continue to Metekhi Church and enjoy views of the city. Visit Narikala Fortress and St. Nicholas Church with frescoes. Walk through the old streets to Sioni Cathedral and Anchiskhati Church.
Overnight in Tbilisi
3 hours
6
Mtskheta
DAY 6: Tbilisi–Mtskheta–Gori–Uplistsikhe–Tbilisi
Breakfast
Mtskheta
Drive to Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia. Visit Jvari Monastery (6th century) with panoramic views and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th century), one of the country’s most sacred sites. Both are UNESCO-listed.
Gori
Continue to Gori, known as the birthplace of Joseph Stalin. See the Stalin Museum and the hilltop Gori Fortress.
Uplistsikhe
Visit the cave town of Uplistsikhe (1st millennium BC), featuring ancient dwellings, halls, wine cellars, and a rock-cut basilica.
Return to Tbilisi.
Overnight in Tbilisi
2 hours
7
Stepantsminda
DAY 7: Tbilisi–Steoantsminda–Gergeti–Ananuri–Tbilisi
Breakfast
Stepantsminda
Drive along the scenic Georgian Military Road to Stepantsminda, with views of Mount Kazbek.
Gergeti Trinity Church
Visit the iconic Gergeti Trinity Church (14th century), set at 2,170 m, offering breathtaking mountain panoramas.
Ananuri
Stop at Ananuri Fortress (16th century) by the Aragvi River, known for its towers and churches.
Return to Tbilisi.
Overnight in Tbilisi
2 hours
8
Haghpat Monastery
DAY 8: Tbilisi–Haghpat–Sanahin–Yerevan
Breakfast
Border Crossing
Meet at Sadakhlo border, change guide and vehicle. Continue to Armenia.
Haghpat & Sanahin
Drive to Alaverdi to visit Haghpat and Sanahin Monasteries (10th–14th centuries, UNESCO). These two medieval complexes stand on opposite sides of the Debed Gorge and were major cultural and educational centers.
Continue to Yerevan.
Overnight in Yerevan
3 hours
9
Yerevan
DAY 9:City Tour-Yerevan
Breakfast
Yerevan City Tour
Explore Yerevan, known as the “Pink City.” Visit Republic Square, Mashtots Avenue, the Opera House, and the Cascade with panoramic views.
Matenadaran
Visit the Matenadaran Museum of Ancient Manuscripts, one of the world’s richest repositories of historical texts.
Vernissage Market
Free time at Vernissage market to discover local crafts, jewelry, and souvenirs.
Overnight in Yerevan
2 minutes
10
Khor Virap
DAY 10:Yerevan–Khor Virap–Areni–Noravank–Yerevan
Breakfast
Khor Virap
Drive to Khor Virap Monastery, a major pilgrimage site with stunning views of Mount Ararat.
Areni Cave
Visit Areni Cave, known for archaeological discoveries including the world’s oldest wine-making site and leather shoe.
Noravank
Continue to Noravank Monastery (12th–13th centuries), set in a dramatic red rock canyon.
Return to Yerevan.
Overnight in Yerevan
2 hours
11
Vagharshapat
DAY 11: Yerevan–Zvartnots–Ejmiatsin–Yerevan
Breakfast
Zvartnots & Ejmiatsin
Drive to Ejmiatsin with a stop at the ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral (7th century, UNESCO). Continue to Saint Hripsime Church and Ejmiatsin Cathedral, the spiritual center of the Armenian Apostolic Church.
Brandy Factory
Visit a famous Armenian brandy factory with tasting.
GUM Market
Explore the lively GUM market with local fruits and products.
Return to Yerevan.
Overnight in Yerevan
4 hours
12
Garni
DAY 12:Yerevan–Garni–Geghard–Sevan–Yerevan
Breakfast
Garni
Drive to Garni to visit the pagan Temple (1st century) and Roman Baths.
Symphony of Stones
Explore Garni Gorge and its unique basalt columns.
Lavash Masterclass
Visit a local home and learn traditional lavash baking.
Geghard
Visit Geghard Monastery (UNESCO), partly carved into rock.
Lake Sevan
Continue to Lake Sevan, the “Pearl of Armenia,” and visit Sevanavank Monastery.
Return to Yerevan.
Overnight in Yerevan
4 hours
13
Armenia
DAY 13: Departure
Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for departure.