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Eastern Turkey & Georgia Discovery

Venture off the beaten path and into the heart of Turkey and Georgia on this immersive 14-day adventure. Step into history at the Karakus Tumulus and Metekhi Church, marvel at the breathtaking landscapes of Mardin and Martvili Canyon, and savour the rich flavours of regional cuisine perfected over centuries. Connect with locals over a farmhouse lunch, roll up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking class, and soak in the stories that bring these destinations to life. With a camera full of epic moments and a heart full of memories, you’ll return home feeling like you truly experienced something extraordinary.

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14 DaysIstanbul to Tbilisi
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: ETTG
From $2474.25 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Grading: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Merchandising: New Trips

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Eastern Turkey & Georgia Discovery - Itinerary

Trip Start: IstanbulTrip End: Tbilisi

DAY 1

Istanbul

Arrive at any time, and meet your CEO and group in the evening at a welcome meeting. Afterwards, head out for a short orientation walk around the hotel area on the way to an optional group dinner.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Golden Horn Sirkeci Istanbul:
Golden Horn Sirkeci Istanbul

Eastern Turkey & Georgia Discovery - Itinerary

Trip Start: IstanbulTrip End: Tbilisi
DAY 1
Istanbul

DAY 1

Istanbul

Arrive at any time, and meet your CEO and group in the evening at a welcome meeting. Afterwards, head out for a short orientation walk around the hotel area on the way to an optional group dinner.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Golden Horn Sirkeci Istanbul:
Golden Horn Sirkeci Istanbul

DAY 2
Istanbul/Adıyaman
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DAY 3
Adıyaman/Sanliurfa
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DAY 4
Sanliurfa/Mardin
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DAY 5
Mardin/Van
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DAY 6
Van/Kars
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DAY 7
Kars
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DAY 8
Kars/Tbilisi
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DAY 9
Tbilisi
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DAY 10
Tbilisi/Gudauri
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DAY 11
Gudauri to Kutaisi
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DAY 12
Kutaisi
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DAY 13
Kutaisi West/Tbilisi
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DAY 14
Tbilisi
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What’s Included

  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Local Living Moment: Lunch with a Local Family, Karahan
  • Your Foodie Moment: Khinkali Making Experience, Kazbegi
  • Your Foodie Moment: Terragarden Cooking Class, Mtskheta
  • Istanbul orientation walk
  • Visit the Karakus Tumulous Monument
  • Sunset from the summit of Mt Nemrut
  • Gobekli Tepi archaeological site visit
  • Walking tour of Mardin
  • Boat ride on Lake Van
  • Walking exploration of Akdamar Island
  • Visit Van Castle
  • Ishak Pasha Palace Tour in Doğubeyazıt
  • Tour the Ari Complex
  • Tbilisi walking tour and Caravanserai Visit
  • Gergeti Trinity Church excursion
  • Friendship Monument visit
  • Gori Visit
  • Explore the ancient Uplistsikhe archaeological site
  • Kutaisi orientation walk
  • Martvili Canyon Boat Ride and Walking Trail
  • Visit Mtskheta and the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Hotels (13 nts).
Meals
  • 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner
Transportation
  • Plane, private vehicle, boat, walking
Staff & experts
  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Eastern Turkey & Georgia Discovery Departure Dates

All Years

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Fri, May 08 2026Thu, May 21 2026Sold Out $2,474.25 USD
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Fri, May 15 2026Thu, May 28 2026Sold Out $2,534.25 USD
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Fri, May 22 2026Thu, Jun 04 2026Sold Out $2,534.25 USD
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Fri, May 29 2026Thu, Jun 11 2026Open (5)$2,534.25 USD
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Fri, Jun 05 2026Thu, Jun 18 2026Open (4)$2,534.25 USD
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Fri, Jun 19 2026Thu, Jul 02 2026Open (14)$2,534.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Fri, Jul 03 2026Thu, Jul 16 2026Open (6)$2,474.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Fri, Jul 17 2026Thu, Jul 30 2026Open (10)$2,474.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Fri, Aug 14 2026Thu, Aug 27 2026Open (5)$2,474.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Local Living Moment: Lunch with a Local Family, Karahan
Your Foodie Moment: Khinkali Making Experience, Kazbegi
Your Foodie Moment: Terragarden Cooking Class, Mtskheta. Istanbul orientation walk. Visit the Karakus Tumulous Monument. Sunset from the summit of Mt Nemrut. Gobekli Tepi archaeological site visit. Walking tour of Mardin. Boat ride on Lake Van. Walking exploration of Akdamar Island. Visit Van Castle. Ishak Pasha Palace Tour in Doğubeyazıt. Tour the Ari Complex. Tbilisi walking tour and Caravanserai Visit. Gergeti Trinity Church excursion. Friendship Monument visit. Gori Visit. Explore the ancient Uplistsikhe archaeological site. Kutaisi orientation walk. Martvili Canyon Boat Ride and Walking Trail. Visit Mtskheta and the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Take in the vast beauty of Lake Van—Turkey’s largest lake, Visit Karakus Tumulus—an ancient funerary monument steeped in history, Soak in panoramic views from the Metekhi Church and Narikala Fortress, Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on Khinkali cooking experience

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you view a final copy of your Trip Details a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

ACCOMMODATION NOTE:
Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

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