Amazing Armenia and Georgia

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Day 1

Depart Manila. Enjoy in-flight meals, amenities, and entertainment.

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Day 2

Arrive at the airport and transfer to Yerevan. City tour around Yerevan, the ancient capital of Armenia. Walk around the center of the city and visit Cascade, Opera and Ballet Theatre, Mashtots Avenue, and Republic Square. In the evening, have a welcome dinner in a traditional restaurant with folk show.

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Day 3

Morning drive to Echmiadzin town - the religious center of all Armenians around the world. See the ruins of Zvartnots temple. One hour drive to Canyon of Azat River to reach Geghard Monastery. Then to Garni Village to see Garni Temple, the only surviving example of Hellenistic architecture in the region. Have an opportunity to see the demonstration of baking the Armenian national bread, Lavash.

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Day 4

Start with the trip to Ararat Province where one of the holiest sites in Armenia stands, Khor Virap Monastery. Hike to discover the monastery and enjoy the view on Biblical Mount Ararat. Tour will continue through a canyon to the red valley where Noravank Monastery is located. End the tour with a visit to Goris town for an overnight.

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Day 5

The day is dedicated to the pearl of Armenian Medieval Architecture, the Monastery and the University of Tatev. Ride the longest cable car in the world 5.7 km over 320 meter-deep Vorotan River Canyon. Continue to Selim Pass. Stop at the 14th Century Selim Caravanserai - one of the most well-preserved hostels along the ancient Great Silk Road. Continue to Gegharkunik Province, best known for amazing Lake Sevan and stop by Hayravank Monastery. Continue the trip north to Tavush Province and stop at the cosy resort of Dilijan and stay overnight.

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Day 6

In the morning, walk in the old part of Dilijan and enjoy the local atmosphere. Visit Haghartsin and Goshavank Monastery. Drive to the Armenian-Georgian border. Meet you Georgian representative for Tbilisi city tour.

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Day 7

Continue to the historic district of Metekhi and then go up the Narikala Fortress by cable car and enjoy the spectacular view of the city. Go down on foot and continue your excursion to the sulfuric baths, then to the Juma Mosque located on Botanical Street and to Sioni Church. In the evening, head to a traditional restaurant and have dinner with a Georgian traditional show.

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Day 8

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Ananuri Fortress - a well-preserved castle on the shore of Zhinvali Reservoir, the former defensive fortress of the feudal era. Stop in Gudauri - a popular ski resort. See the balcony dedicated to the treaty of Georgievsk and enjoy the mountain view. After a 5-minute drive, visit Sour Waters of Vedza. Visit the Trinity Church (Gergeti) situated at an altitude of 2170m at the foot of Mount Kazbek.

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Day 9

After breakfast, have a short ride to Mtskheta, the first capital of Georgia from 3rd century BC to 5th century AD. Go up the hill to the Jvari Monastery - the symbol of Georgian church architecture. Excursion will continue to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral - the first and main church in Georgia.

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Day 10

Start the day with a stroll around Sighnaghi, the “town of love”, famous for its Southern Italian Classicism architecture style. The town has recently undergone significant restoration and infrastructural improvements. Continue the tour to Bodbe Monastery, built in 4th Century AD. Spend free time in Sighnaghi.

Amazing Armenia and Georgia