Silk Road Iran & Georgia
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We invite you to experience the deep culture of the Silk Road in Georgia & Iran. From the south in Shiraz to north in Tbilisi, you will have the opportunity to see endless historical sites, cultural interest, and warm people of Georgia & Iran. In 12 days and 11 nights, you explore the cultural history of Tbilisi, Shiraz, Isfahan, Kashan, Qom, and Tehran.
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Duration:
12 days
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Age Range:
8 - 80 Years
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Tbilisi
Upon your arrival, you will be met by our Georgian company representatives. After a welcome, you will be transferred to your hotel. There are no activities planned until the evening we have a welcome meeting. You have free time to see Tbilisi.
Overnight in Tbilisi.
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Tbilisi
After breakfast, you will visit the old capital of Georgia – Mtskheta, which is a UNESCO site with its two magnificent churches, Jvari and Svetitskhoveli. The exceptional location of Jvari Church (VI C) gives a beautiful view of the city itself. After visiting Jvari, you will visit the Holiest church of Georgia – Svetitskhoveli (XI C) was the robe of Christ is buried. You will have a short stop for lunch at the restaurant. After visiting Mtskheta, we will drive back to Tbilisi and start Tbilisi city tour. Tbilisi has quite long 1500 years of history as a capital. Foundation of the city is related to the famous Tbilisi Baths – natural spring waters with sulfur. Baths’ district is nowadays the heart of the old town Tbilisi. During your city tour, you will visit these famous baths. Also, XVII C. Metekhi church situated on Metekhi Plateau. From the plateau, you can see Georgian, Armenian and Catholic churches, also Jewish Synagogue and Muslim Mosque side by side as a symbol of Georgian tolerance. You also visit Narikala fortress, Cathedral Sameba – which is the highest Orthodox Church and the oldest church of Tbilisi – Anchiskhati (VI-VII C). Next to the Anchiskhati is the oldest café of Tbilisi – “café Gabriadze” named after the famous Georgian filmmaker Rezo Gabriadze. We also visit the main avenue of Tbilisi – Rustaveli Avenue with the buildings of almost all types of European. During the tour, we also go up to Narikala fortress by cable car.
Additional Notes: Please consider that cable car may not work due to weather conditions or technical issues.
Overnight in Tbilisi. (B, L)
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Sighnaghi
After breakfast you will have small tour in cozy town Sighnaghi. Sighnaghi is the Italian styled medieval city, which is declared the city-museum currently, is located on the hill, and looks over Alazani Valley. Signagi is also known as a City of Love. From Sighnaghi you can enjoy the fascinating views of Alazani Valley, which is the one of the most important places for the wine cultivating. Then you will visit Bodbe monastery – St. Nino – the baptizer of Georgia is buried there and it’s considered to be the holiest place in Georgia. You also proceed to Kvareli – the distinguished town for winemaking. At Kvareli you will visit “Khareba winery”. At the winery complex you will have tour inside the tunnel, wine degustation and lunch. Drive back to Tbilisi.
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Kazbegi
After breakfast, we will drive to the mountainous region of Georgia – Kazbegi. Drive to Kazbegi. On our way to Kazbegi, you will visit Ananuri Fortress. Ananuri fortress is medieval fortress overlooking Zhinvali reservoir. Fortress was built in the middle ages and used to be the last garrison against northern invaders. Upon reaching Kazbegi, you change the transport with 4X4 to reach the holy trinity church Gergetis Sameba - Gergeti Sameba is the only cross-domed church in region was built in the 14th century, the church is located on the elevation and opens the fascinating view on Stepantsminda and Mkinvari peak in the sunny and cloudless weather.4X4 route in Kazbegi last about 2 hours. Possible to Visit Gveleti waterfall (foot track) and nearby villages as well. At Kazbegi you will visit Local family for lunch. In the evening drive back to Tbilisi.
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What’s Include
Accommodations in hotels mentioned below:
Tbilisi : Iota 4*
Tehran : Asareh 4/Kowsar 4
Shiraz : Karimkhan 4/Royal 4
Isfahan : Pirouzi 4*
Tehran(last-night) :Ibis 4*
Hotels could be replaced with similar hotel in same category.
Domestic flight from Tehran to Shiraz
English speaking guide, professional guide service during the whole tour.
15 Meals
11 Breakfasts
Insurance is not included.
Other activities and services are not included.
Visa fee payable when collecting your visa from an Iranian & Gerogian embassy or consulate or upon arrival
Tip for guide and driver
Entrance fees for sights not included in the itinerary
International flights are not included
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Reviews
Mika, 5th Jan, 2020
Traveling like this is the ideal way for anyone who wants to learn new things and experience multi cultures, but still wants to be comfortable, knowing that everything is organized for you and a great tour guide like Ehsan would take care of you. Ehsan our guide was good he was funny like a show man! His knowledge was excellent and he included more than was on the itinerary. It was also good to hear about life in modern Iran too. He had his hands full as we were an independent group of travelers but he kept us together and he was always smiling and patient. All the hotels differed but had character and were clean and welcoming with kind and attentive staff, our luggage came promptly. Another good experience was when went to very good places to eat Iranian and Georgian dishes tasting good. we were looked after very well and the long drives were not a problem with stops along the way. Iran has a long history and it is worth doing some reading before you go to get the most out of what you see and what the guide tells you. Take a good camera as there is so much to take photos.
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