Between Ararat and the Caucasus
This Turkey Armenia Georgia tour is a carefully designed 11-day private cultural journey following historic routes across Eastern Anatolia, Armenia, and Georgia. Centered around Mount Ararat, the itinerary connects medieval capitals, early Christian heritage, Silk Road corridors, and ancient cities shaped by shared civilizations rather than modern borders.
Traveling through Eastern Turkey, Armenia, and Georgia, this cross-border itinerary offers a deep cultural experience combining archaeology, landscape, and living traditions. The journey is paced realistically and guided by expert regional specialists throughout.
Operated as a fully private 11-day cultural journey, this Turkey Armenia Georgia tour follows a defined route across Eastern Turkey, Armenia, and Georgia.
The experience emphasizes archaeological depth, cultural continuity, and realistic pacing across the Caucasus and Anatolia.
Tour Facts
Key travel facts for this Eastern Turkey–focused Turkey Armenia Georgia tour
Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
Fitness Level: Moderate
Tour Style: Fully Private Cultural Journey
Group Size: Minimum 4 participants · Maximum 12 participants
Price: USD 5,800 per person
Designed as an in-depth Turkey Armenia Georgia tour, this 11-day journey balances archaeological discovery, cultural heritage, and comfortable pacing across Eastern Turkey, Armenia, and Georgia.
Private Tour & Group Size
This itinerary is operated exclusively as a private tour. Due to the cross-border nature of the journey and the variety of archaeological and cultural sites visited, group sizes are intentionally limited.
A minimum of 4 participants is required to operate the tour, while a maximum of 12 participants ensures smooth logistics, meaningful site access, and personalized interpretation throughout Eastern Anatolia, Armenia, and Georgia.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY
Day 1 – Arrival in Van (Eastern Turkey)
Arrive in Van, Eastern Turkey, gateway to the Armenian Highlands and Lake Van region. After arrival, travel to Akdamar Island to visit Akdamar Church Van, one of the most important medieval Armenian monuments in Eastern Anatolia. Set against the deep blue waters of Lake Van, the 10th-century Church of the Holy Cross is renowned for its carved stone reliefs depicting biblical scenes and symbolic motifs.
Overnight: Van
Day 2 – Hoşap Castle and Van Citadel
Travel south along an ancient Silk Road corridor to Hoşap Castle, strategically positioned to protect and control trade routes. Return to Van for lunch, then visit Van Citadel at sunset, once the capital of the Urartian Kingdom.
Overnight: Van
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 – Doğubayazıt and Mount Ararat to Kars
Depart Van via Muradiye Waterfalls and Bendimaahi Falls toward Doğubayazıt. Enjoy your first close views of Mount Ararat, known historically as Masis and associated with the ancient kingdom of Urartu. Continue north around the mountain to Kars.
Overnight: Kars
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 – Ani, Medieval Armenian Capital
Visit Ani, the former capital of the medieval Bagratid Armenian Kingdom, once a thriving cultural and trading center on the Silk Road. Explore its city walls, churches, and palaces overlooking the Arpaçay River gorge.
Overnight: Kars
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 – Crossing into Armenia: Gyumri
Depart Kars and cross through Georgia en route to Gyumri, Armenia’s second-largest city, located in the Shirak Valley. Gyumri reflects layered history shaped by Armenian, Russian, and Caucasian influences.
Overnight: Gyumri
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 – Echmiadzin and Zvartnots to Yerevan
Travel toward Echmiadzin, the spiritual center of the Armenian Apostolic Church and one of the oldest Christian centers in the world. Visit the ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing to Yerevan.
Overnight: Yerevan
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 – Khor Virap and Mount Ararat Views
Visit Khor Virap Monastery, an important pilgrimage site set directly beneath Mount Ararat. From here, experience one of the most iconic panoramic views in Armenia before returning to Yerevan.
Overnight: Yerevan
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 – Garni, Geghard, Lake Sevan, and Tbilisi
Explore Garni Temple, a 1st-century Roman-era structure, followed by Geghard Cave Monastery. Continue to Lake Sevan, one of the highest freshwater lakes in Eurasia, before crossing into Georgia and arriving in Tbilisi.
Overnight: Tbilisi
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 – Mtskheta, Ancient Georgian Capital
Visit Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore early Christian monuments connected to Georgia’s conversion in the 4th century.
Overnight: Tbilisi
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 – Tbilisi Old Town
Discover Tbilisi’s Old Town, including Metekhi Church, the historic Abanotubani sulphur baths, and Narikala Fortress, offering panoramic views over the Kura River.
Overnight: Tbilisi
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11 – Departure
Conclude your Turkey Armenia Georgia tour with departure from Tbilisi for onward connections. Optional extensions to other regions and destinations within Turkey can be arranged upon request.
Meals: Breakfast
This private Turkey Armenia Georgia tour is fully customized to your travel dates, interests, and pace, offering expert guidance and seamless planning across Eastern Turkey, Armenia, and Georgia.
INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
What’s Included
• Daily breakfast
• Accommodation in carefully selected 4 and 5 star hotels
• All ground transportation throughout Eastern Turkey, Armenia, and Georgia
• Services of a licensed, English-speaking professional guide
• All scheduled museum, archaeological site, and monument entrance fees
• All applicable state and local taxes
What’s Not Included
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Beverages
- Travel insurance
Terms & Conditions
• 15% surcharge for single room occupancy
• Travel insurance is required for all parts of Turkey; travelers are responsible for coverage, but guidance is provided
Tour Highlights
- Explore Eastern Turkey’s cultural heartland, including Mount Ararat and the medieval ruins of Ani
- Travel across Eastern Anatolia, Armenia, and Georgia, following ancient routes shaped by shared civilizations
- Visit Ani Ruins, one of Eastern Turkey’s most important archaeological and historical sites
- Discover early Christian heritage and ancient landscapes in Armenia, including Yerevan and Lake Sevan
- Experience Georgia’s historic capital Tbilisi, a crossroads of Caucasus cultures
- Enjoy a private, small-group Turkey Armenia Georgia tour with expert regional guidance and a balanced pace
Planning Your Private Turkey Armenia Georgia Tour
This 11-day private Turkey Armenia Georgia tour is professionally designed as a cross-border cultural journey through Eastern Turkey, Armenia, and the Caucasus. Operated for small private groups, the itinerary balances archaeology, historic landscapes, and realistic pacing, guided by regional experts throughout.
How This Private Turkey Armenia Georgia Tour Is Confirmed
Submit your inquiry with your preferred travel dates and group size. Our team will review availability and contact you within 24–48 hours.
The itinerary and price shown reflect the standard tour design. Optional upgrades or additions are available only upon request and may adjust the final cost.
Once confirmed, the tour operates as a fully private journey for your group, guided by licensed regional professionals with private transportation throughout.
Why Travel with Explore Anatolia
Explore Anatolia is the international brand of Experience Anatolia Tours, a TÜRSAB-licensed Turkish ground operator (License No. 10762) based in Eastern Turkey. With more than 15 years of regional expertise, our journeys are designed around accurate storytelling, cultural sensitivity, and realistic travel flow.
This Turkey Armenia Georgia tour is operated directly by our team in Turkey and delivered in cooperation with trusted local partners in Armenia and Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. This is a privately operated Turkey Armenia Georgia tour designed for small groups. The itinerary follows a defined 11-day route, but the tour operates exclusively on a private basis with a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 12 participants.
The listed price is based on the standard itinerary, daily breakfast, 4–5 star hotels, and included services. Optional enhancements such as additional dinners, upgraded hotels, or extensions in Eastern Turkey or Georgia may affect the final cost.
The tour is operated by Experience Anatolia Tours (TÜRSAB License No. 10762) in cooperation with trusted local partners in Armenia and Georgia. Services are provided by licensed, English-speaking professional guides experienced in cross-border cultural routes.
Yes. After completing the core 11-day Turkey Armenia Georgia itinerary, you may extend your journey to other regions and destinations within Turkey upon request. All extensions are planned separately and quoted accordingly.
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Enquire About This Turkey Armenia Georgia Tour
This 11-day private Turkey Armenia Georgia tour is designed for travelers seeking cultural depth, archaeological insight, and a connected understanding of civilizations across Anatolia and the Caucasus.
Minimum 4 – Maximum 12 participants
