Best of the Caucasus
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Overview
Highlights
- Iconic Palace of the Shirvanshahs and Maiden Tower in Baku
- 40,000-year-old engravings in Gobustan National Park
- Venture to Telavi, one of Georgia's most ancient cities
- Head just south of the Russian border for panoramic views of Mount Kazbek
- Georgian felt-making workshop
- Delve deeply into Soviet history at The Stalin Museum
- 3,000-year-old rock-hewn town of Uplistsikhe
- Enjoy stunning views from the sacred pilgrimage site of Jvari Monastery
- Leisurely wander through the picturesque narrow streets of Tblisi’s old town
- The 'Pink City' of Yerevan
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- Arrival & departure transfers
- Air-conditioned ground transport with driver
- English-speaking guides
- Accommodation
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to sites & parks
- 500ml bottle of water per person per day
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At an appropriate time, transfer to the airport for your flight home or to another onward destination.
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