18-Day Turkey, Armenia, Georgia & Azerbaijan Grand Caucasus Tour

Istanbul • Yerevan • Lake Sevan • Tbilisi • Kazbegi • Kutaisi • Sheki • Baku

Tour Overview

Welcome to an extraordinary 18-day journey through Turkey and the Caucasus, where ancient civilizations, dramatic mountain landscapes, and rich cultural traditions come together in one seamless adventure.

This expertly designed Turkey, Armenia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan Combined Tour takes you from the imperial splendor of Istanbul to the spiritual heart of Armenia, the breathtaking mountains of Georgia, and the modern-meets-ancient charm of Azerbaijan. Along the way, you’ll explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, medieval monasteries, Silk Road caravan routes, wine regions, alpine valleys, and vibrant capitals.

Perfect for culture lovers, history enthusiasts, and adventurous travelers, this tour offers the ideal balance of guided sightseeing, scenic drives, authentic local experiences, and comfortable accommodations—all organized for a worry-free, immersive experience across four fascinating countries.

Tour Highlights

• Explore 4 countries in one unforgettable journey

• Discover Istanbul’s iconic mosques and palaces

• Visit Armenia’s ancient monasteries and Mount Ararat viewpoints

• Experience Lake Sevan, the Pearl of Armenia

• Wander through Tbilisi’s Old Town and Caucasus mountain villages

• Travel the historic Georgian Military Highway

• Admire medieval UNESCO sites in Haghpat & Sanahin

• Explore Sheki’s Silk Road heritage

• Discover Baku’s Old City & modern skyline

• Ideal for travelers seeking culture, history, and scenic beauty

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul

Welcome to Turkey! Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel.
Free time to rest or explore the surroundings at your leisure.

Overnight in Istanbul

Day 2: Full-Day Istanbul City Tour

Discover the timeless wonders of Istanbul’s Old City.

Highlights include:

• Hagia Sophia

• Blue Mosque

• Topkapi Palace

• Hippodrome

• Grand Bazaar

Learn about Byzantine and Ottoman history while strolling through one of the world’s most fascinating cities.

Overnight in Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 3: Bosphorus Cruise & Shopping Tour

Enjoy a scenic Bosphorus Cruise, sailing between Europe and Asia while admiring waterfront palaces and Ottoman mansions.
Continue with visits to local markets and shopping areas featuring Turkish carpets, ceramics, spices, and leather goods.

Overnight in Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4: Istanbul – Yerevan (Armenia)

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Yerevan, the capital of Armenia.
Arrival, meet & greet, and hotel transfer. Evening at leisure.

Overnight in Yerevan
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Yerevan – Garni – Geghard Tour

Travel to Garni Temple, the only surviving Greco-Roman temple in the region.
Continue to Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site partially carved into rock.
Return to Yerevan for a panoramic city tour.

Overnight in Yerevan
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 6: Yerevan – Matenadaran – Echmiadzin – Zvartnots

Visit Matenadaran, home to ancient Armenian manuscripts.
Explore Echmiadzin Cathedral, the spiritual center of the Armenian Apostolic Church.
Stop at the ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral, a UNESCO-listed site.

Overnight in Yerevan
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 7: Saghmosavank – Hovhanavank – Amberd Fortress

Journey through Armenia’s scenic countryside to visit:

• Saghmosavank Monastery

• Hovhanavank Monastery

• Amberd Fortress, dramatically set on Mount Aragats slopes

Overnight in Yerevan
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 8: Khor Virap – Noravank – Areni – Selim Pass

Enjoy stunning views of Mount Ararat from Khor Virap Monastery.
Continue to Noravank, set in a dramatic canyon.
Visit Areni Wine Village, one of the world’s oldest wine regions.
Cross the historic Selim Pass.

Overnight in Armenia countryside
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 9: Lake Sevan – Dilijan – Haghartsin – Alaverdi

Visit Lake Sevan, Armenia’s largest alpine lake.
Explore Dilijan, known as “Little Switzerland.”
Visit Haghartsin Monastery before continuing to Alaverdi.

Overnight in Alaverdi
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 10: Haghpat – Sanahin – Sadakhlo Border – Tbilisi

Explore the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin.
Cross the Sadakhlo border into Georgia and continue to Tbilisi.

Overnight in Tbilisi
Meals: Breakfast

Day 11: Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Gudauri

City tour of Tbilisi Old Town followed by a visit to Mtskheta, Georgia’s ancient capital (UNESCO).
Continue along the Georgian Military Highway to Gudauri.

Overnight in Gudauri
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 12: Gudauri – Kazbegi – Gudauri

Drive to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) and visit Gergeti Trinity Church, dramatically located beneath Mount Kazbek.
Return to Gudauri.

Overnight in Gudauri
Meals: Breakfast

Day 13: Gudauri – Kutaisi

Travel through scenic landscapes to Kutaisi, one of Georgia’s oldest cities.

Overnight in Kutaisi
Meals: Breakfast

Day 14: Kutaisi – Gori – Tbilisi

Visit Gori, birthplace of Joseph Stalin (museum optional).
Return to Tbilisi for overnight.

Overnight in Tbilisi
Meals: Breakfast

Day 15: Tbilisi – Sheki (Azerbaijan)

Cross the border into Azerbaijan and continue to Sheki, a historic Silk Road town.
Visit Sheki Khan’s Palace, famous for stained-glass windows.

Overnight in Sheki
Meals: Breakfast

Day 16: Sheki – Shemakha – Baku

Drive to Baku, stopping in Shemakha to explore historic mosques and landscapes.
Arrival in Azerbaijan’s capital.

Overnight in Baku
Meals: Breakfast

Day 17: Full-Day Baku City Tour

Discover Baku’s unique blend of ancient and modern.

Highlights include:

• Icherisheher (Old City) – UNESCO site

• Maiden Tower

• Shirvanshah’s Palace

• Flame Towers

• Seaside Boulevard

Overnight in Baku
Meals: Breakfast

Day 18: Baku – End of Tour

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for departure.
End of an unforgettable Caucasus adventure.

What’s Included

✔ Accommodation in well-located hotels
✔ Professional English-speaking guides
✔ Daily breakfasts + selected lunches/dinners
✔ All sightseeing tours & entrance fees
✔ All ground transportation & border transfers

Not Included

✘ International flights
✘ Travel insurance
✘ Personal expenses & tips

Why Choose This Tour?

• One of the most comprehensive Caucasus itineraries

• Perfect for cultural & historical explorers

• Seamless logistics across 4 countries

• Excellent value for a long multi-country journey

• Trusted local expertise & curated routes

👉 Book now and explore the crossroads of civilizations in one unforgettable journey!