




Get beneath the surface of Turkey and the Caucasus Mountains

- Start
- Istanbul, Turkey
- End
- Yerevan, Armenia
- Destinations
- Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia
- Meals
- 28 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners
- Transport
- Private vehicle, Boat, Plane
- Accommodation
- Comfortable hotel (22 nights), Feature Stay (6 nights)
- Days
- 30
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Ages
- Min 15
- ThemeOur themes categorise trips based on a common interest or activity, while showcasing the highlights of a destination.
- Explorer
- StyleBasix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time
Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time
Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities
Premium: 4+ star accommodation, exclusive premium inclusions, our most experienced leaders - Premium
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Why you'll love this trip
- Get to the heart of Turkey and the Caucasus with experienced local leaders. Think guided city tours, the ancient streets of Ephesus, the secrets of Troy, Baku’s diverse architecture, Tbilisi’s winding narrow streets and the history of ancient Yerevan.
- Enjoy Feature Stays in Cappadocia, with elegantly decorated rooms carved from stone, and at a historic hotel that was home to the aristocratic Orbeliani family.
- Uncover the real Turkey during Exclusive Experiences, including a cooking class with a chef, a visit to an empowering carpet weaving cooperative, a cruise around the southern coast, and a traditional dinner at a local’s home in Cappadocia
- Visit the Tserovani Refugee Settlement in Georgia during an Exclusive Experience. You will visit a jewellery-making workshop aimed at providing employment to displaced women.
- Marvel at ancient wonders and otherworldly sights, from the Cotton Castle of Pamukkale and rockscapes of Cappadocia to the open-air archaeological museum of Qobustan and the cave town of Vardzia in Georgia.
Itinerary
Inclusions and activities
28 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners
Private vehicle, Boat, Plane
Comfortable hotel (22 nights), Feature Stay (6 nights)
- Arrival airport transfer
- Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
- Luggage transfer
- Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
- 24/7 on-ground support
Is this trip right for you?
- There are some long drives on this trip which are necessary to fit in the incredible places these countries have to offer. These journeys are by private vehicle and although they may be a little tiring, they're a great chance to sit back and enjoy the passing scenery and chat to your fellow travellers.
- Some activities in Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia, are weather and road condition dependent. For example, the trip to the high Caucasus around Kazbegi. Your leader will keep you up to date on any necessary itinerary changes due to local conditions.
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. There are a limited number of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. Due to current border crossing restrictions for different Caucasus nationalities, your Trip Leader may be from nearby Ukraine or Russia. Your leader will have in-depth knowledge and extensive travel experience throughout the Caucasus. Local guides from Georgia, Azerbaijan and Armenia are represented throughout the itinerary to ensure you receive a diverse and uniquely local range of perspectives.
4. Upon arrival in Baku, please meet your driver in the Arrivals Hall. If you are delayed beyond one hour after your scheduled arrival time or can't locate the driver, please call our local office representative in Baku at +994 552 974 020
5. This trip is a combination of two trips. Please review the Itinerary for details of when your fellow travellers and leader will change.
6. The following departures will stay in Vanadzor instead of Dzoraget on day 27. The hotel will be the Forest1961 Boutique Hotel. 15th June 2025, 6th July 2025, 3rd August 2025, 17th August 2025, 24th August 2025, 14 September 2025.
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