Legacies of the Caucasus - From Cities of Fire to Temples in Stone
An 8-day journey from modern Baku to ancient Mtskheta, exploring the rich religious and architectural history of Azerbaijan and Georgia.
Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrival in Baku
Transfer from Baku airport to hotel with guide assistance. 20 km
DAY 2: Baku - Absheron - Baku
Visit to the Shirvanshahs Palace, Ateshgah fire temple, Yanardag burning mountain, Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center and the vibrant Yashil Bazaar. 43 km
DAY 3: Baku - Gobustan - Baku
Excursion to Gobustan Reserve (UNESCO Heritage) with 40,000-year-old petroglyphs, mud volcanoes and visit to the Carpet Museum. 204 km
DAY 4: Baku - Shamakhi - Sheki
Route to Sheki visiting Diri Baba Mausoleum, Seven Domes Mausoleum in Shamakhi, Khan Summer Palace with its famous Shebeke stained glass windows and Kish Albanian Church. 347 km
DAY 5: Sheki - Lagodekhi - Winery - Tbilisi
Border crossing to Georgia via Lagodekhi. Visit to Khareba Winery with 7.7 km of tunnels carved into rock and wine tasting. Arrival in Tbilisi. 297 km
DAY 6: Tbilisi - Guided Tour
Tour of Rustaveli Avenue, Metekhi Square, cable car ride to Narikala Fortress, Abanotubani district with its sulfur baths and Anchiskhati Basilica. 2 km
DAY 7: Tbilisi - Mtskheta - Uplistsikhe - Gori - Tbilisi
Visit to Mtskheta: Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (UNESCO Heritage). Rock-hewn city of Uplistsikhe with over 3,000 years of history. Stalin Museum in Gori. Return to Tbilisi. 190 km
DAY 8: Departure from Tbilisi
Transfer from hotel to Tbilisi airport. 18 km
About this trip
Explore the "Legacies of the Caucasus" on an 8-day journey that will take you from modern Baku to ancient Mtskheta. This itinerary highlights the rich religious and architectural history of the region, visiting sacred places and historical monuments.
Azerbaijan: Islamic Heritage
After discovering the treasures of Azerbaijan, including the Old City of Baku and the Khan's Palace in Sheki, we will cross into Georgia.
Georgia: Christian Heritage
We will visit the capital, Tbilisi, and the ancient religious capital, Mtskheta, with its Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery. The trip also includes a visit to the rock-hewn city of Uplistsikhe and the city of Gori. With a comfortable pace, this tour allows you to enjoy each stop, from the caravanserais of Sheki to the Orthodox churches of Georgia. A brief but intense cultural immersion in the history of the region.
Included
- Accommodation: 7 nights in selected 4-star hotels
- Meals: Bed and breakfast
- Transport: Private vehicle with A/C and fuel
- Guide: Professional English-speaking guide throughout the tour
- Logistics: Staff expenses (guide/driver)
- Water: 1 bottle per person/day
- Taxes: Local taxes included
- Entrances: Monuments according to itinerary
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners (unless indicated)
- Alcoholic beverages and tips
- Personal expenses