Highlights of Azerbaijan and Georgia | Intrepid Travel | Discover ancient ruins, see one-of-a-kind stained glass art and drink Georgian wine so rare that UNESCO deemed it culturally necessary to preserve.
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Since the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, a number of magnificent corners of Eastern and Central Europe have thankfully opened to travellers. Few are as exciting and varied as both Azerbaijan and Georgia. Though tiny countries (you’ll have to zoom in between Russia and Turkey to spot them), they are stunning for their history, culture and architecture, and for being major stops on the infamous Silk Road—one reason for their rich histories.
On this tour you begin in the Caspian Sea city of Baku, with its Carpet Museum and tantalizing mixture of ancient and postmodern architecture—ideal for photographers. Then travel overland through Azerbaijan, meeting locals and exploring the Caucasus monasteries, churches, palaces and markets.
In Georgia, you tour the capital of Tbilisi, seeings its old district, viewing it panoramically from a hilltop fortress and relaxing while enjoying some of that famed Georgian wine.
Trip Overview
Days 1-3: Explore the seaside city of Baku with a tour of the major historic sites, including caravanserai, the Carpet Museum, the Maiden’s Tower, the ancient Shirvan Shah Palace and the UNESCO-protected Qobustan archaeological site.
Days 4-6: Travel from Shamakhi and Lahic for classes in yogurt-making  and copper-forging to Sheki Khans Palace to witness and photograph the infamously one-of-a-king stained glass artwork; later ride across Nidj, Sheki and Kis to discover Azerbaijan’s ancient, remote history.
Days 7-10:Â Cross into Georgia, entering via a wine region where you can taste the flavours of a 300-year-old Georgian wine cellar, designated by UNESCO as a heritage process, and take a tour of Tbilisi for rustic views and historical landmarks.
Booking Info
INTREPID TRAVEL
- Phone:Â 855.299.1211
- Length/Departs: 10 days / June–Sept.
- Accommodation: Hotels, guesthouses
- Price:Â AUD $2,790
- Difficulty:Â Easy
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