Trails of the Caucasus - From Silk Palaces to Vineyard Valleys
An 8-day journey from Baku and historic Sheki, famous for its silk craftsmanship, to the wine valleys of Kakheti in Georgia and charming Tbilisi.
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 - Kvareli - Alaverdi - Telavi
Border crossing to Georgia via Lagodekhi. Visit to Khareba Winery with wine tasting in tunnels carved into rock. 11th-century Alaverdi Cathedral. Arrival in Telavi. 230 km
DAY 6: Telavi - Signagi - Bodbe - Tbilisi
Visit to charming Signagi, the "City of Love", with views of the Alazani Valley. Bodbe Monastery with the tomb of Saint Nino. Transfer to Tbilisi. 181 km
DAY 7: 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 8: Departure from Tbilisi
Transfer from hotel to Tbilisi airport. 18 km
About this trip
Walk the "Trails of the Caucasus" in an unforgettable week. This 8-day journey begins in Azerbaijan, visiting Baku and the historic city of Sheki, famous for its silk craftsmanship and royal palace.
Georgia: The Wine Valley
Upon crossing into Georgia, we will enter the Alazani valley in Kakheti, the heart of Georgian viticulture. We will visit the walled city of Signagi and the Bodbe monastery. The trip culminates in Tbilisi, a city full of charm and life. An excellent option for lovers of craftsmanship, wine and history, exploring the commercial and cultural routes that have united these peoples for centuries.
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