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SUMMARY:AZERBAIJAN & GEORGIA
DESCRIPTION:GEORGIA\nWelcome to Georgia — where every road looks straight out of a movie. From the colorful streets of Tbilisi to the snow-covered peaks of Kazbegi\, this country is packed with dramatic landscapes\, hidden monasteries\, wine valleys\, and unreal road trip vibes. \nDrive through the mighty Caucasus Mountains\, stop at centuries-old churches hanging on cliffs\, taste the world’s oldest wine in Kakheti\, explore the magical cave city of Vardzia\, and chase sunsets by the Black Sea in Batumi. 🚗⛰️ \nThis isn’t just a trip — it’s 7 days of adventure\, breathtaking roads\, local food\, mountain cafés\, and memories you’ll never forget. \nDay 1 (20June): Tbilisi\nDay 2 (21 June): Tablisi-Mksheta-Uplistsikhe /76km\nDay 3 & 4 (22 & 23 June): Uplistsikhe -Annanuri\, Gadauri & Kazbegi /203km\nDay 5 & 6 (24 & 25 June): Gadauri-Kakheti: 170 km\nDay 7 (26 June): Tbilisi\nDay 8 (27-June): Fly back or join us for our extended trip to Azerbaijan\n \nDay 1: Tbilisi Old Town\n\nOn the first day\, spend some time exploring the lovely old capital city\, Tbilisi. Ancient churches\, monasteries\, cobbled stone streets and charming architecture will come alive with street art\, music\, cafes and bars\, funky shisha places\, clubs and friendly people. A strong Asian influence comes in cahoots with European culture\, creating a vibe that is unique\, fun and full of energy. \nAlthough modernization is visible\, the soul of the city lies in the old town\, where the zigzagging lanes\, street markets\, colourful houses and al fresco cafes maintain a certain charisma. Walking is the best way to explore this area and many historical structures will be found at a stone’s throw from each other. \n\n \n\nAerial tramway to the Narikala Fortress\nKartlis Deda statue\nSulphur baths\nBridge of Peace\nSioni Cathedral\nRezo Gabriadze Theatre\nAnchiskhati Basilica\nLiberty Square\nDry Bridge Market\nNightlife: Shardeni Street\nRustaveli Avenue\n\nStay in Tblisi\n\nDay 2: Mksheta\, Gori &  Uplistsikhe\nBreakfast \nWe will start our road trip journey today with our rental cars. \n\nMksheta is the old capital of Georgia and is hardly a 20-minute drive from Tbilisi city. It is the birthplace of Christianity in Georgia and houses beautiful cathedrals with medieval architecture\, a touristy cobbled-stone street with shops and food stalls\, and a monastery perched on top of the hill which sets an amazing backdrop to the town\, which is on the banks of the rivers -Mtkvari and Aragvi. \nIt surrounds the famous Svetitskhoveli cathedral and has winding lanes and stone houses\, which are gorgeous and take you back in time. This is the perfect place to buy souvenirs and get pictures clicked\, with an ancient feel. The  Svetitskhoveli cathedral\, a grand building located in the middle of the market\, is said to date back to the 11th century and have magical healing powers. Christ’s robe is said to be buried under this place of worship which is also the burial place of many monarchs \nFrom here\, we will head to Jvari Monastery on the hilltop. Not only is this ancient Orthodox church a marvel in its architecture and design\, but the views from its terrace are breathtaking. You can see the old city of Mksheta with the confluence of the two rivers below\, and houses with red roofs that stand in stark contrast to the sprawling greenery around them. \nFrom here\, we will head to Gori\, a town famous for one reason – this is where Stalin was from! The most popular place to visit here is the Stalin Museum. \nFrom here we will go to the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe. It is known to be one of the oldest settlements in Georgia\, dating back to the 2nd century BC and many temples have been unearthed here which are from before the arrival of Christianity in the region. During the summer\, the arid landscape can make you very dehydrated so make sure to carry water with you as you go up\, the cafes are only at the bottom. \nStay in Mksheta \nDay 3 & 4: Annanuri\, Gadauri & Kazbegi\nBreakfast \nStart road trip toward Annanuri \nToday we will see the most beautiful part of Georgia\, the mountains. All the three towns we will cover today are equally charming.  Stunning valleys and rivers with take your breath away and hidden spots such as cafés and restaurants serving locally-fermented wine are scattered across the area\, so go slow and find your little treasure of a place. \nWe will drive through the winding mountain roads\, known as the Georgian Military Highway\, you will come to a gorgeous blue lake\, Jinvali Lake or reservoir as they sometimes call it\, from there we will arrive at the Ananuri complex\, featuring a fortress\, churches\, and towers from the 13-16th centuries. Set in the backdrop of the Caucasus mountains\, the architecture is enchanting and walk inside the fortress is a must! You might also want to take a dip in the waters behind the complex\, in the summer.  A souvenir market just outside the complex is a great place to strike some good bargains. \nAfter Ananuri\, we will head to Gadauri\, where the landscapes get even lovelier. This is where the ski resort is located .You may\, however\, want to try the para-gliding from here because of the amazing views over the valley. A viewing platform decorated with mosaics\, located on the edge of the hill is a popular place for tourists to stop and take some amazing pictures. \nAfter some mountain activities and lovely pictures\, proceed to Kazbegi\, specifically to a town called Stepantsminda\, from where the trek/ off-road tours to Gergeti Trinity Church begin. This is one of the prettiest churches you will visit in Georgia\, perched on a hill and with snow-capped peaks in the backdrop. \nActivity :If you choose to hike to the church\, keep about 1.5 – 2 hours for it else you can take a tour (in a 4-wheel drive) from the village below. Be prepared for an extremely bumpy ride! The views from the top\, however\, are worth it. \nStay in Gadauri \nDay 5 & 6\nBreakfast  \nDrive to /214 km & Kakheti (Sighnaghi) \nKakheti is the primary wine-producing city in Georgia. Two major towns form the centre of all activity – Sighnaghi\, and Telavi.  We will spend our time in the picturesque old town of Sighnaghi. \nRed brick houses with contrasting mint green rooftops and balconies adorn the landscape of this little town. The architecture is stunning in its ancient grandeur\, and the cobbled stone streets lined with lamp posts\, vintage cars\, and old city walls form the perfect little postcard. \nWe will visit a winery while you’re here. One of the most popular ones is the Pheasant’s Tears Winery. The selection of wine is brilliant and the service is great. \nDay 7\nBreakfast and travel back to Tablisi \nDay 8\nFly back with happy memories  \n  \n\nPackage: per person: 55000 p.p\n\n8 days / 7 nights in a double occupancy private room\nBreakfasts (7)\nGuided City tour\nAirport transfer on both sides\nRoad trip in a private vehicle\nFuel & Tax\nTeam Lead from TBT\n\nExclusions : \n\nLunch\, Dinner\nEntry Charges\nPersonal expenses\nInsurance charges\nAnything not mentioned in Inclusions\nVisa formalities if any\n\n  \n\n\nAZERBAIJAN\nAzerbaijan’s capital Baku (or Bakı in Azeri) is the architectural love child of Paris and Dubai…albeit with plenty of Soviet genes floating half-hidden in the background. Few cities in the world are changing as quickly and nowhere else in the Caucasus do East and West blend as seamlessly or as chaotically. Baku\, the capital of Azerbaijan\, is a captivating destination with a mix of modern architecture and rich history. \nBaku’s nightlife offers diverse options\, including energetic clubs like Enerji and Eleven\, live music venues such as the Baku Jazz Center\, and rooftop bars with stunning views. You can also find casinos\, relaxed cafes\, and special events throughout the year. Explore the city’s vibrant atmosphere and enjoy the nightlife scene. \nHistory: Before the discovery of oil\, Baku was a sleepy little town passed over by the world. After oil was discovered in 1846\, the city grew: large boulevards and buildings were built to emulate Paris\, as the nouveaux riches loved all things French. The city grew well into the early 20th century before subsequent world wars and Soviet rule pushed it off the world stage. Now\, thanks in part to Eurovision and lots of oil money\, Baku is a mix of its ancient core\, the surrounding 19th-century Parisian-style neighbourhoods\, and the sprawling modern city with its futuristic buildings\, expanding outward.v \n \n\nBrief itinerary : \nDay 1 (27-June): Land and Settle down + Night Party \nDay 2 (28-June): Old Baths + Night Party \nDay 3 (29-June) : Mud Volcano full-day trip \nDay 4 (30-June): Fly back home \n  \nDay 1\nWelcome to the capital city in Azerbaijan.\n\nAs soon as you land at the airport\, one of our staff will welcome you at the airport and will take you to the hotel in a vehicle. After you are done with the check-in\, you can spend the entire day at leisure.\n\n\n\nNizami Street walking tour\nFountain Square\nIccherii Sheher (old town)\nBaku fortress wall\nMuhammad Mosque\n\n\nNightlife:\nExtra Night club\nMojo club\n\n\nStay in Baku\n\nDay 2\nThe second day of your Azerbaijan starts with a delicious breakfast\, after which we will take you for the sightseeing tour of Baku.\n\nHeydar Aliyev Center\nRepublic Square\nMaiden tower\nOld baths\nAzerbaijan cultural market\n\n\nNightlife:\nImmerse yourself in the high-energy atmosphere of Las Vegas club. Dance to the latest beats and revel in the vibrant nightlife scene. For a more unique experience\, unwind with a late-night session at Elektra club. Choose your favourite flavour and enjoy the relaxed ambience.\n\nStay in Baku\n\n\nDay 3\nThe third day of your Azerbaijan starts with a delicious breakfast\, after which we will take you to explore outside of the city limits.\n\nHead out of town for a day trip to the four biggest attractions near Baku. First up are the mud volcanoes. Azerbaijan is home to nearly a third of the world’s mud volcanoes\, which form when pockets of underground gas force their way to the surface. They’re like geysers\, but with mud. Here\, you can visit one of the only mud volcanoes in the world where you can actually put your hands into the mud. \nNext are the petroglyphs in Gobustan\, home to 6\,000 rock paintings up to 40\,000 years old. The well-preserved sketches display ancient populations travelling on reed boats\, men hunting antelope and wild bulls\, and women dancing. \nThen visit Ateshgah\, a temple that has been used as a Hindu\, Sikh\, and Zoroastrian place of worship (now it’s center for Zoroastrians). Each room has detailed panels about the history of the temple\, the pilgrims who visited it\, and the Zoroastrian religion. In the centre of the complex is a flame representing God. \n\nStay in Baku \n  \nDay 4 \nGo back home with happy memories \n  \nPackage: per person: 29000 p.p \n\n4 days / 3 nights in a double occupancy private room\nBreakfasts (3)\nGuided City tour\nAirport transfer on both sides\nVolcano full-day trip\n\nExclusions : \n\nLunch\, Dinner\nPersonal expenses\nInsurance charges\nAnything not mentioned in Inclusions\nVisa formalities if any\n\n  \n\n  \n\n  \nFAQs: \nVISA POLICY \nQ. Do we need a visa for this trip? \nIndian citizens can apply for an e-visa before their travel. \nQ. What is the process to obtain an Azerbaijan e-visa from India?  \nIndian citizens can apply for an Azerbaijan e-visa online. \n  \nAnything which is unforeseen and occurs as an expense shall be shared by the entire group. \nCancellation Terms \nBooking fee(Non-refundable) : INR 5\,000/- (Inc. in total trip cost) \nMinimum 50% payment to be completed 60 days prior to departure \nThe remaining payments are to be completed 30 days prior to departure \nWe follow a no-refund policy but you can use the amount in the next 2 trips (international) \nQ. Is travelling during a pandemic easy? \nThe pandemic is not allowing us to travel the way we were travelling in past and the future is not clear so you should be prepared for a sudden change in the plans without intimation. Things can change overnight and even countries can go under lockdown and in these situations\, one can do anything. So if you are travelling with us then be prepared to take this kind of risk and then only finalise your plans.TBT will not be responsible for any such event and no refunds will be made\, all the costs will be borne by the member who is joining us. \nQ. Trip requirements? \nA vaccine (both shots) certificate will be required and the trip will be based on the current guidelines of the travel country for Indian travellers. You might need a booster shot as well if your 2nd dose has surpassed 9 months on the day of travel. \nWhich visa is needed for this trip? \nAns: Visa is free \nQ. Refund Policy \nAns: No refund 15 days before the trip. No reasons will be considered. Book after planning properly. \nQ.I want to see your last trip pics. \nAns: Follow the link: PICTURES \nQ. How will I meet the group if I come? \nAns: We will add you to our WhatsApp group for further communication and if you are coming alone then we will arrange an airport pickup for you by public transport. \nQ. Do you have any referral discounts? \nAns: Yes\, if someone joins us because of you or with you then you will get a discount of 500 rupees. \nQ.Any a discount for a group? \nAns: Yes\, 1000 if you bring someone with you. \nWhere can I see the T&C of the trips? \nAns: Follow this link: CLICK ME \nHow to Contact us? \nCall us on 9029099709 or E-mail us at info@travelbuddiestalk.com \n  \nThanks \nTeam TBT \nWebsite.  :                  info@travelbuddiestalk.com \nFacebook:                   https://www.facebook.com/Travelbuddiestalk/ \nMeetup:                      https://www.meetup.com/Travel-Buddies-New-Age-Solo-Backpacker/ \nWhatsapp:                  9029099709  \n 
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