Shepherd and his flock , Rural Georgia
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Georgia : Tbilisi , Borjomi , Stepantsminda ( Kazbegi ), Sighnaghi | Armenia : Yerevan For departure dates , available single space , and pricing , visit www . oattravel . com / gaapricing
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Discover Georgia and Armenia , two ancient countries that have shed their Soviet past and are ready to reveal their splendor to the world . In Georgia , journey from the vibrant capital of Tbilisi to high in the Caucasus to stay in a hilltop town overlooking the oldest wine-growing region in the world . And in Armenia , explore the capital of Yerevan and witness landscapes dotted with pagan temples , ancient churches , and khachkar crosses .
WHAT TO EXPECT
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ITINERARY
DAY 1 • Depart U . S . Fly overnight to Tbilisi , Georgia .
DAY 2 • Tbilisi , Georgia You ’ ll be met at the airport and transferred to our hotel . There , we meet our Trip Experience Leader and fellow travelers , including those who took our optional pre-trip extension to Azerbaijan : Baku & Shaki .
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DAY 3 • Mount Mtatsminda • Georgia National Museum After a Welcome Briefing , ride a funicular to the top of Tbilisi ’ s “ Holy Mountain ” before exploring the city ’ s architectural gems on foot . After , delve into the culture of the Caucasus at the Georgia National Museum . This evening , enjoy a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant .
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DAY 4 • Tbilisi • Controversial Topic : Georgia ’ s political future Meet with a local expert to discuss the Controversial Topic of the tension between Georgia ’ s pro-West and pro-Russia political parties . Then , explore more of Tbilisi on a tour , including the Mother of Georgia statue , the domed bathhouse district , and an underground bazaar . After , enjoy dinner and a folk show at a local restaurant .
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DAY 5 • A Day in the Life of Tserovani settlement village Spend A Day in the Life of the village of Tserovani , a settlement of refugees from the region of South Ossetia . Tour the village and meet with the head of an organization helping improve the lives of the women and children here . Then , visit an enamel jewelry workshop and have lunch with some local residents .
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DAY 6 • Borjomi • Mtskheta • Stalin Museum Explore Mtskheta , the Georgian capital in the fifth century . First stop at the sixth-century Jvari Monastery , followed by Svetitskhoveli Cathedral . Later , visit Gori , birthplace of Joseph Stalin . At the Stalin Museum , see exhibits on Stalin ’ s early years and items like his death mask and favorite winter coat . Continue to Borjomi , a resort town known for its mineral springs .
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