Georgia and Azerbaijan Tour: Explore the Best of the Caucasus

Day 1: Arrival in Baku (Azerbaijan)

• Morning: Arrival in Baku, meeting with the guide, and transfer to the hotel.
• Day: Walk around the Old City (Icheri Sheher), visit attractions such as the Maiden Tower, Shirvanshahs’ Palace, Muhammad Mosque, and Fire Tower.
• Evening: Stroll along the Caspian Sea promenade and enjoy dinner at a restaurant with a sea view.

Day 2: Baku – Gobustan – Caspian Sea

• Morning: Excursion to Gobustan National Park — ancient petroglyphs, mud volcanoes, and unique landscapes.
• Day: Lunch at a local restaurant, followed by a return to Baku.
• Evening: Evening walk around modern Baku — Fountain Square, State Flag Square, and the Heydar Aliyev Center (designed by Zaha Hadid).

Day 3: Baku – Sheki

• Morning: Early departure to Sheki (approximately 4-5 hours by bus).
• Day: Sightseeing in Sheki — visit Sheki Khan’s Palace, with its beautiful wood carvings and stained glass, the Caravanserai, and Sheki Mosque.
• Evening: Dinner at a traditional Azerbaijani restaurant and overnight stay in Sheki.

Day 4: Sheki – Sighnaghi (Georgia)

• Morning: Breakfast and departure to Georgia. Crossing the border and transfer to Sighnaghi (approximately 4-5 hours).
• Day: Explore Sighnaghi — a charming hilltop town with picturesque streets and houses with balconies, visit St. George’s Church, and enjoy panoramic views from the observation point overlooking the Alazani River Valley and the Caucasus Mountains.
• Evening: Dinner at a Georgian restaurant. Overnight in Sighnaghi.

Day 5: Sighnaghi – Telavi – Kakheti

• Morning: Departure to Telavi, the center of winemaking in Georgia. Visit a local winery for a wine-tasting experience.
• Day: Tour of Telavi: St. Archangel Church, Eristavi Palace, and a walk through the ancient wine cellars.
• Evening: Return to Tbilisi. Dinner at a restaurant and overnight in Tbilisi.

Day 6: Tbilisi

• Morning: City tour of Tbilisi — explore the Old Town, visit Metekhi Church, Narikala Fortress (for panoramic views of the city), and the famous Sulfur Baths.
• Day: Walk across Abanotubani Bridge, visit the Holy Trinity Cathedral on Mount Mtatsminda, and take a funicular ride for a scenic view.
• Evening: Evening walk around Tbilisi, dinner at a Georgian restaurant, and wine tasting.

Day 7: Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Gori

• Morning: Trip to Mtskheta, one of the oldest cities in Georgia, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, the main cathedral of Georgia.
• Day: On the way to Gori, the birthplace of Joseph Stalin, visit the Stalin Museum and take a tour of the town.
• Evening: Return to Tbilisi for the final night.

Day 8: Departure

• Transfer to the airport for your departure.

This itinerary allows you to explore both the cultural heritage and natural beauty of Azerbaijan and Georgia. It’s designed for an 8-day trip, but you can adjust the length of each section depending on your preferences.