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Georgia-Turkey
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Day 1: Arrival
After arrival in Tbilisi International Airport, once you collect all your luggage and go to "Arrivals" Section of the Airport, our company representative will meet you in the Airport holding a board with your Name written on it. She / He will accompany you to the vehicle and will take you to your hotel to Check-in to your room and rest for a day to get over the jetlag and gather strength until beginning your adventure.
Day 2: Tbilisi city tour + Old Town Mtskheta-Samtavro and Jvari Monastery tour
After breakfast full day tour in Tbilisi. We will start our tour with visiting The Bridge of peace and beautiful European Park which is situated in the Old Town, from the park we proceed the way by cable car to Narikala Fortress. Exploring the Tbilisi Old Town with Sulfur Baths and Leghvtakhevi Waterfall – this district is called “Abanotubani”. Wisit the Metekhi Church ( 12th century) and The Holy Trinity Cathedral (Constructed between 1995 and 2004). After we will visit: Ancient city of Mtskheta, Samtavro and Jvari Monastery (6th century), Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th century).
Day 3: Ananuri -Gudauri-Kazbegi
After breakfast transfer to Mtiuleti region. On the way to Kazbegi we will visit Ananuri fortress: seat the Dukes of Aragvi and its earliest parts date from the 13th century. The fortress is on the UNESCO Tentative list. We will continue our tour by visiting Friendship Monument - the monument is a large round stone and concrete structure overlooking the Devil's Valley in the Caucasus Mountains. Thereafter we will visit Gergeti Trinity Church - The Church is situated on the right bank of the river Chkheri (the left tributary of the river Terek). Will enjoy the stunning views of Mount Kazbeki, the third highest mountain in Georgia (after Mount Shkhara and Janga). Back to Tbilisi Hotel and overnight.
Day 4: Sighnaghi - Bodbe – Tsinandali Museum tour
After breakfast transfer to Kakheti region. Visit: Sighnaghi (City of love), a small town in the east of Georgia situated on the mountainside. It was founded in the 17th century. Is famous for its long city walls (18th Century), with watchtowers, there are well preserved 4.5 kilometer of stone walls and you can get the magnificent view of the Alazan valley and the great Caucasus Mountain. A famous Bodbe Monastery (4th century). Tour continues in Tsinandali Museum.
Prince Alexander Chavchavadze, the founder of the Georgian romanticism turned the estate in the village of Tsinandali, which he inherited from his father into cultural and intellectual center of the country, the status it preserves to this day.
The complex in Tsinandali embraces the memorial house, a landscape garden, a historical winery, wine cellar, hotel and a café. The vineyards have been restored and wine production has resumed. Explore the territory of Tsinandali.Visit Korporation Kindzmarauli for wine degustation.
Back to Tbilisi Hotel & overnight.
Day 5: Departure
After breakfast check-out from a hotel and transfer to Tbilisi International Airport.
Day 6: Welcome to Turkey! ISTANBUL
After arriving to Istanbul, free and easy day to explore the city on your own.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 7: Istambul (Old City) Tour
After breakfast at your hotel, we’ll depart around 08:30AM for your tour of the Istanbul Old City. We will visit the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, the German Fountain of Wilhelm II. After lunch we will explore Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar. End of the tour, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 8: Istambul (Bosphorus Cruise and and two Continents) Tour a
Hotel’s buffet breakfast, our driver will pick you up around 08:30AM to begin your tour.
Today you will visit the glamorous Dolmabahce Palace, built in 19th century during the Ottoman Empire. See the fascinating rooms and feel the lifestyle of the Sultan during their rule.
Experience the best views the city has to offer while enjoying a wonderful cruise along the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. A journey along the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn with Istanbul Cruise will give you a unique insight into the great city’s history while you sail pass some of island greatest monument like Dolmabahce Palace, Ortakoy, Bebek and the Bosphorus Bridge. After the cruise, visit one of the most famous bazaars in Istanbul, the Spice Bazaar. This Bazaar is heaven for spice lovers and those who are looking for local delicacies.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 9: Departure
Breakfast at the hotel. Free and easy day to see more of the city
Meet our driver at the lobby for your airport transfer for your international flight.
Package Includes:
Accommodation
Daily Breakfast
Private Domestic Transfers
Private Transportation
Guide
4x4 Car for Gergeti
Mineral Water
Package Does Not Include:
Lunch / Dinner
Flight Tickets
Any personal expenses