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Eastern Turkey, Armenia & Georgia Tour – 11 Days Across Ancient Civilizations

Van, Kars, Gyumri, Yerevan, Tbilisi,
Duration

11 day(s)

Tour type

Private

Group size

1-40 people

Physical Level

easy

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Tour Overview

Discover the rich cultural and religious heritage of Eastern Turkey, Armenia, and Georgia on this immersive 11-day journey through some of the world’s oldest Christian lands. This thoughtfully designed itinerary takes you along ancient trade routes, medieval capitals, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and breathtaking natural landscapes. From the shores of Lake Van to Mount Ararat, from holy monasteries in Armenia to the historic cities of Georgia, this tour offers a deep exploration of history, faith, and regional culture.

Activities
Explorer Combined Country Discovery Historical In-depth Cultural Sightseeing Photography

Tour Features

Duration
11 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-40 people

Tour Code
ETAGT11DAAC

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
Combined Country

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
11 - 99

Van

Pickup Time:

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Tbilisi

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
• Visit Akdamar Island and the Armenian Church of the Holy Cross

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Van and transfer to your hotel. Visit Akdamar Island, home to the beautifully restored 10th-century Armenian Church of the Holy Cross (Sourp Khach), built between 915–921 AD as part of a royal palace complex.
Overnight in Van

Day 2

(Breakfast Included)
After breakfast, travel south along a historic branch of the Silk Road. Visit Hoşap Castle, strategically built to control and protect trade routes while collecting tolls from travelers. Return to Van and visit the Van Citadel at sunset, offering spectacular views over the city and Lake Van.
Overnight in Van

Day 3

(Breakfast Included)
After breakfast, depart for Doğubeyazıt via Muradiye and the scenic Bend-i Mahi (Muradiye) Waterfalls. Enjoy your first breathtaking views of Mount Ararat, known across cultures as Masis, the Mountain of Fire, and the biblical resting place of Noah’s Ark. Continue north around Mount Ararat to Kars.
Overnight in Kars

Day 4

(Breakfast Included)
After breakfast, travel to Ani, the former capital of the medieval Bagratid Armenian Kingdom. Explore the impressive fortified walls and ruins of churches that still encircle this once-great city. Return to Kars.
Overnight in Kars

Day 5

(Breakfast Included)
Depart Kars and cross the border into Georgia, then continue into Armenia. Travel to Gyumri, located in the Shirak Valley, one of Armenia’s cultural centers. Continue to Yerevan, the capital of Armenia.
Overnight in Yerevan

Day 6

(Breakfast Included)
After breakfast, visit Echmiadzin, one of the holiest cities in Armenia and the spiritual center of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church. On the return to Yerevan, visit the ruins of Zvartnots Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight in Yerevan

Day 7

(Breakfast Included)
Travel to Khor Virap Monastery, one of Armenia’s most important pilgrimage sites, set dramatically against Mount Ararat. From here, enjoy one of the most iconic views of the mountain, completing a virtual circumnavigation of Mount Ararat.
Overnight in Yerevan

Day 8

(Breakfast Included)
Visit Garni Temple, a 1st-century Roman-era temple believed to honor Emperor Nero. Continue to Geghard Cave Monastery before traveling to Lake Sevan, one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. Transfer to Tbilisi, Georgia. Overnight in Tbilisi

Day 9

(Breakfast Included)
Visit Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about Georgia’s adoption of Christianity in 330 AD following the mission of St. Nino of Cappadocia.
Overnight in Tbilisi

Day 10

(Breakfast Included)
Explore Tbilisi’s Old Town, including Metekhi Church, the historic Abanotubani sulfur bath district, and Narikala Fortress, offering panoramic views over the city and the Mtkvari (Kura) River.
Overnight in Tbilisi

Day 11

(Breakfast Included)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to home. End of services.

Included

Van – 2 Nights - Elite World Van Hotel
Kars – 2 Nights - Grand Ani Hotel
Yerevan – 3 Nights - Ani Plaza Hotel
Tbilisi – 3 Nights - Hotel Citrus Tbilisi

Professional licensed English-speaking tour guide

Daily breakfast

All airport and border transfers
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle

Guided Arrival in Van & Akdamar Island Tour
Guided Hoşap Castle & Van Citadel Tour
Guided Doğubeyazıt & Mount Ararat Route – Kars
Guided Ani Ancient City Tour
Guided Gyumri City Tour & Transfer to Yerevan
Guided Echmiadzin & Zvartnots Temple Tour
Guided Khor Virap Monastery Tour
Guided Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery & Lake Sevan Tour
Guided Mtskheta Ancient Capital Tour
Guided Tbilisi City Tour
Entrance fees to all listed sites
Local taxes and service charges

Excluded

International and domestic flight tickets

Travel insurance

Lunches and dinners
Personal expenses
Tips for guide and driver

Tour Booking

Travelers
Departure Month
Private Tour Prices

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