Tom masters hike in the stunning caucasus mountains, bathe in the black sea, explore lush, churchstudded hills, laze on the shores of lake sevan and enjoy generous local hospitality. Armenia, azerbaijan, and georgia country studies federal research division library of congress edited by glenn e. Lonely planet georgia armenia azerbaijan travel guide book also available for read online, mobi, docx and mobile and kindle reading. Begin with a discovery of azerbaijans modern capital at the martyrs lane, set on a terraced hill above the harbor. Armenia is a landlocked country bordered by azerbaijan, georgia, iran and turkey. The best of georgia, armenia and azerbaijan armenia, georgia trip code gfa discovery 01112019 19. Follow the route in the above threeweek itinerary until you get to day 14. The best of georgia, armenia and azerbaijan includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. This is a des tination where you will be intrigued by history, awed by monuments, amazed by the landscape and charmed by downtoearth locals. Experience the romance of georgias past at tbilisi old town, take a long trip to the svaneti villages, or hear your voice echo in. Experience the romance of georgias past at tbilisi old town, take a longtrip to the svaneti villages, or hear your voice echo in geghard.
And, while todays traveler may consider them off the beaten tourist track, historically these societies were at the crossroads of civilizations from ancient times to the cold war. Four weeks is the absolute ideal amount of time to spend on a georgiaarmeniaazerbaijan itinerary as it allows you to see the most of the three countries without feeling too rushed and overwhelmed. Few nations have histories as ancient, complex and laced with tragedy as armenia. Lonely planet guides are, quite simply, like no other. Armenia, georgia and azerbaijan stanford university. Due to its large file size, this book may take longer to download. Experience the romance of georgia s past at tbilisi old town, take a long trip to the svaneti villages, or hear your voice echo in geghard. You can get an introductory flavour of all three countries in the south caucasus in two weeks, though it will be rather a busy trip.
It covers a total land area of 29,800 square kilometers, which is slightly larger than the state of maryland. Armenia, georgia and azerbaijan are countries with wildly distinct cultures, languages, religions and peoples. The best of georgia, armenia and azerbaijan armenia, azerbaijan, georgia trip code gfa discovery 23042020 19. Download lonely planet georgia armenia azerbaijan travel guide in pdf and epub formats for free. Georgia, armenia, and azerbaijan smithsonian journeys.
It pays homage to the 7 people killed during the black january of 1990, when the soviets sent tanks into the city and fired on azerbaijani civilians. Aras river system, which empties into the caspian sea about 80 miles south of baku. We are ready to shorten or extend tour duration and include other destinations in each country. And even fewer have a culture that is as rich and resilient.
Wander the historic winding lanes of old town, georgia, slow down in azerbaijan at an outdoor cafe, and take in the views at armenias mountaintop. Georgia explore medieval tblisi and sample wine in kakheti armenia wander through ancient monasteries and stay in the shadow of mount ararat azerbaijan discover the contrasts of baku, where old meets new in spectacular fashion. This itinerary isnt just copied out of lonely planet actually, i gifted my copy to my partners parents, so i dont even have one to refer to. Treelined streets encase both grand sovietera architecture. Our price match guarantee promises you the lowest prices for our tours. In october 1991, levon terpetrosian, who had been elected democratically as chairman of the armenian. Itinerary itineraries on some departure dates may differ, please select the itinerary that you wish to explore. Arrive in baku, the evermore glitzy azerbaijani capital.
Wander the historic winding lanes of old town, georgia, slow down in azerbaijan at an outdoor cafe, and take in the views at armenias. Obtenez votre kindle ici, or download a free kindle reading app. Breakfast at the hotel, before a morning lecture followed by a full day of exploration of baku and environs. Wander the historic winding lanes of old town, georgia, slow down in azerbaijan at an outdoor cafe, and take in the views. The best of georgia, armenia and azerbaijan by explore. Wander the historic winding lanes of old town, georgia, slow down in azerbaijan at an outdoor cafe, and take in the views at armenias mountaintop monasteries. Armenia is located in the south caucasus, at the intersection of europe and asia. Breathtaking natural beauty, deeply hospitable people, quaint rural backwaters and cosmopolitan capitals make the south caucasus region a thrilling, offbeat discovery. With the discovery tour the best of georgia, armenia and azerbaijan, you have a 19 day tour package taking you through yerevan, armenia and 18 other destinations in asia. Colour maps and images throughout highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots essential info at your fingertips hours of operation. The caspian is salty and subject to substantial changes in water level.
The countrys rivers flow from georgia, turkey, armenia, and azerbaijans mountains. This thrillingly mountainous, scenically spectacular and culturally diverse region is where asia and europe rub up against each other, with often unpredictable and fascinating results. Discover all the secrets of the south caucasus and plunge into the world of hospitality, rich culture, lush nature and exotic cuisine take a spa in mud volcanoes and admire burning mountains in azerbaijan taste appetizing azerbaijan baklava enjoy the bustling atmosphere of tbilisi travel to the main wineproducing region of georgia, kakheti. The perfect georgiaarmeniaazerbaijan itinerary the.
Describes and analyzes armenias, azerbaijans and georgias political, economic, social and national security systems and institutions and the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors. Uncover the beauty and history the caucasus countries have to offer. This is the only travel guide to cover all three coun. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. Only 10% deposit or minimum required to secure your tour pay the rest off in instalments and no booking fees.