Baku(2N)—Gabala—Sheki(1N)—Tbilisi(3N)—Gudauri—Kazbegi—Dilijan—Lake Sevan(1N)—Yerevan(2N)
Scheduled tour guests, ‘Mumbai to Mumbai’ will report at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai, as per the respective flight departure time to proceed to Baku– the capital and the largest city on the Caspian Sea and in the Caucasus Region. Upon arrival at the airport, our RADHAGOPINATH TOURS Tour Manager will guide all guests with airport formalities and lead the way into the city.
Scheduled tour guests, joining from other Indian metro cities such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Delhi, etc., will travel independently as per their respective flight booked by RADHAGOPINATH TOURS. Upon arrival, RADHAGOPINATH TOURS Tour Manager will meet these guests at the airport and guide them with airport formalities and lead the way into the city.
RADHAGOPINATH TOURS Travel consultant will provide more information and guidance of the same.
Joining and Leaving (J&L) tour guests will join the group on their own at the first destination as per the information and guidance given by the RADHAGOPINATH TOURS Travel consultant.
J&L guests should book their to and fro air tickets as per the arrival and departure time of the scheduled tour flight to get the airport transfers with the group.
In case of early arrival or early departure the transfer charges to reach the designated place or hotel will be borne by the J&L guests.
(Kindly note that the standard hotel check-in time is typically at 15:00 hrs onwards but may vary depending on the hotel’s policy.)
Today we visit Shirvanshah palace – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was the former residence of the rulers of the Shirvanshahs. Later we explore Baku city, we pass by Old town – the historical core of Baku and the most ancient part of Baku, which is surrounded by walls which were easily defended, Maiden tower – a UNESCO world heritage site and a symbol of Baku city, Fountain Square – a public square in Baku city and a location where the city authorities hold many public festivals, shows and celebrations, National Flag Square – The flagpole was confirmed as the world’s tallest by the Guinness Book of Records, TV Tower – a free standing concrete telecommunications tower and the tallest structure in Azerbaijan and the tallest reinforced concrete building in Caucasus.
Today’s Sightseeing
Shirvanshah palace
Explore Baku city
- Night Stay in Baku
Soft Drink during Baku city tour
Dinner
Today we visit Gobustan National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is famous for the ancient carvings, cave paintings and gas-stones. It is also home to remains of inhabited caves, burials and other human settlements from just after the last Ice Age through to the middle Ages. Upon arrival we see Mud volcanoes – Azerbaijan is home to nearly a third of the world’s mud volcano’s. Later we proceed back to Baku. Upon arrival we take a photo stop at Heydar aliyev centre – one of the signature architectural landmarks of modern Baku and Azerbaijan Further we visit Carpet Museum- the only museum that was dedicated to the art of carpet weaving. The main purpose of the creation of the museum was to store, research, and demonstrate unique examples of the carpet weaving art, Highland Park- well known as ‘’Viewing Square’’, Flame towers – a trio of skyscrapers in Baku, Baku’s long history of fire, worshiping provided the inspiration for the development of this iconic design. Later we walk through Nizami Street – one of the best place to roam around the city. Followed by a beautiful boat ride at “Little Venice of Baku”.
Today’s Sightseeing
Gobustan National Park
Photo stop at Heydar aliyev centre
Carpet Museum
Highland Park
Flame towers
Boat ride at “Little Venice of Baku”
Soft drink at Nizami Street
Night Stay in Baku
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today we proceed to Gabala – beautiful part of Azerbaijan with a rich and ancient history. Today we enjoy a cable car ride to Tufandag Mountain – the third highest mountain in Azerbaijan with the height of 13770 feet. We then proceed to Sheki – a charming city nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Azerbaijan. Upon arrival, we visit The Palace of Shaki Khans – was a summer residence for the Shaki khans – who were in charge of controlling Shaki.
Today’s Sightseeing
Cable car ride to Tufandag Mountain
The Palace of Shaki Khans
Soft drink at Tufandag mountain and Tea at Sheki with Sheki Halva
Night Stay in Sheki
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today we proceed to Sighnaghi – often referred to as the “City of Love.” Upon arrival, we visit Signaghi City walls also known as ‘The Great Wall’ of Georgia has stunning views for taking pictures, and the city is surrounded by it and Bodbe Monastery – one of the major pilgrimage sites in Georgia, due to its association with St. Nino and gives wonderful views of the Caucasus mountains. Further we proceed to Kakheti – also known as the ‘Cradle of Wine’ because of its well-known history of wine making. Here we visit a popular winery and learn about the wine making process and taste some amazing wine. Later we proceed to Tbilisi – the capital and the largest city of Georgia.
Today’s Sightseeing
Signaghi City walls
Bodbe Monastery
Winery in Kakheti
Tea/Coffee at Sighnaghi
Night Stay in Tbilisi
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today we proceed to Kazbegi also known as Stepantsminda is a scenic location in the Greater Caucasus mountains. Enroute we stop at Jinvali reservoir, an artificial water reservoir located on the river Aragvi, followed by a visit to Ananuri Complex – nestled against the backdrop of pristine landscapes, features a fortress, a bell tower, three churches, and intricately carved curtain walls. Upon arrival in Kazbegi we visit Gergeti Holy Trinity Church – a stunning 14th-century Christian Orthodox church located on the slope of Mount Kazbek and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, including the majestic Mount Kazbek. Later we proceed to Gudauri – one the highest mountain resort for Ski Sports in Georgia. Upon arrival we visit Gudauri Ski resort where one can enjoy winter sports activities like Skiing, Snow tire sliding, snowmobiling etc. on your own. Further we visit to Gudauri Panorama also known as Russia-Georgia Friendship Monument or Treaty of Georgyevsk Monument – the panorama is decorated with Soviet Style mosaics depicting Georgian and Russian heroes, farmers, fairy tales and communist symbols. The monument is a circular balcony hanging off of a 600-meter cliff with amazing views of Caucasus Mountains. Later we return back to Tbilisi.
Today’s Sightseeing
Jinvali reservoir
Ananuri Complex
Gergeti Holy Trinity Church
Gudauri Ski resort
Gudauri Panorama
Ice-cream at Ananuri
Night Stay in Tbilisi
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today we explore the capital city of Georgia Tbilisi. In the orientation tour we take a walking tour of the Old town, we pass by Tbilisi Sulphur pools, Bridge of Love, Bridge of Peace, Tbilisi Fortress, Tbilisi Clock Tower, Freedom Square and Rustaveli Avenue. Further we take a Cable car ride to Mother of Georgia viewpoint. The statue represents the strength of Georgia, in her left hand she holds a bowl of wine to greet those who come as friends, and in her right hand is a sword for those who come as enemies. The viewpoint offers views of the entire city of Tbilisi. Later we visit Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi commonly known as Tsminda Sameba is the symbol of new Georgia, isn’t just a magnificent architectural marvel; it’s a beacon of faith, history, and national pride. This colossal structure, with its gleaming golden dome piercing the sky, has become synonymous with the city itself, captivating visitors with its grandeur and spiritual aura. Later we enjoy a traditional folklore dance show with dinner.
Today’s Sightseeing
Explore Georgia
Cable car ride to Mother of Georgia viewpoint
Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi
Traditional folklore dance show
Tea/Coffee during Tbilisi sightseeing’s
Night Stay in Tbilisi
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today we fly to Cairns – a paradise city in Queensland where the Rainforest meets the Reefs. Upon arrival we proceed to Kuranda Rainforest – world’s oldest living tropical Rainforest. Here we enjoy 7.5 km long scenic ride in Sky Rail Rainforest Cableway running above the Barron Gorge National Park full of lush green, rugged rainforest-clad mountains, gorges and tumbling waterfalls. We then enjoy Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience to discover authentic Indigenous Australian culture one of the oldest surviving cultures in the world. Later we enjoy, Army duck tour – 45 minute amphibious WW11 Army Duck Rainforest tour at Rain Forestation Nature Park to see flora and fauna in their natural habitat.
Today’s Sightseeing
Sky Rail Rainforest Cableway
Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience
Army duck tour
Tea/coffee at Kuranda Rainforest
Night Stay in Cairns
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today we explore Yerevan city, we pass by Republic square – also famously called ‘Heart of Yerevan’ and a happening place where commerce, shopping and entertainment are concentrated, State University – the largest and most prestigious university in the country and informally known as Armenia’s ‘Mother University’, Mother Panorama monument – the Mother Armenia statue symbolizes peace through strength, Parliament building – also known as The National Assembly of Armenia, is the legislative branch of the government of Armenia, followed by a visit to Cascade Complex – one of Yerevan’s most famous monument, connecting downtown and upper residential areas via a large staircase. Further we head towards Etchmiadzin cathedral- the center of Armenian Christianity, which is considered to be the “Vatican” city of Armenia. it is widely believed that it is the oldest Christian cathedral in the world. The cathedral was designated as a part of a UNESCO World Heritage zone in 2000. We then visit the Museum of the Mother Cathedral – “Treasury” which houses 1700 years of treasures collected by the church,
including the Holy Lance (Surp Geghard), the weapon used by a Roman soldier to pierce the side of Christ on his way to Calvary.
Today’s Sightseeing
Yerevan city tour
Pass by Republic square
Mother Panorama monument
Parliament building
Visit Cascade Complex
Etchmiadzin cathedral and museum
- Night Stay in Yerevan
- Ice-cream during the Yerevan city tour
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today we proceed to Yerevan – the capital and largest city of Armenia as well as one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. Enroute we stop at Charent’s Arch – named after the great Armenian poet and patriot Yeghishe Charents. It is believed that he often visited this place and loved to enjoy the fantastic scenery opening from here which truly gives stunning views of the great biblical mountain Ararat all day long, Garni Temple – the only standing Greco-Roman colonnaded building in Armenia, Symphony of Stones – a natural monument located in the basin of the Azat River consists of huge symmetric hexagon and pentagon basalt columns (nearly 50 meters high), which seem to be handmade due to their amazing symmetry also referred to as “Basalt Organ Pipes”. Followed by a visit to Geghard Monastery – a medieval monastery partially carved out of the adjacent mountain, surrounded by cliffs. Also known as “the Monastery of the Spear,” named after the spear believed to have wounded Jesus at the Crucifixion. According to tradition, the spear was brought to Armenia by Apostle Jude and is now kept in the Echmiadzin treasury.
Today’s Sightseeing
Photo stop at Charent’s Arch
Garni Temple
Symphony of Stones
Geghard Monastery
The monastery of the Spear
Tea/Coffee during the sightseeing’s
Night Stay in Yerevan
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
It’s time now to say goodbye—Phir Milenge!
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Tour guests will proceed to the airport as per their scheduled group flight departure time to start their journey back home.
Joining and Leaving (J&L) tour guests will leave the group after the scheduled program. If these guests have flight timing and airport same as per the schedule group, they can avail the airport transfers with the group. If not then, any transfer charges to reach their respective airport, cruise, rail, or bus terminal will be borne by the J&L guests.
Tour concludes.
Breakfast
