America | English flag English | USD flag USD

Eastern Turkey & Georgia Discovery (Small Group Tours)

Summary:

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 ...

Duration
14 Days
Countries
2
Next Departure
12-Sep-2025
Starting at
USD 3,299.00
Price per day
USD 236.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

  • Overview
  • Dates and Details
  • Map, Destinations
  • G Adventures
 
Operator
G Adventures
Tour
Eastern Turkey & Georgia Discovery
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1 - 12
Categories
tour category: Boattour category: Walkingtour category: Cooking

Summary

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.

Map: Eastern Turkey & Georgia Discovery (G Adventures)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Istanbul
Day 2
Istanbul/Adıyaman
Day 3
Adıyaman/Sanliurfa
Day 4
Sanliurfa/Mardin
Day 5
Mardin/Van
Day 6
Van/Kars
Day 7
Kars
Day 8
Kars/Tbilisi
Day 9
Tbilisi
Day 10
Tbilisi/Gudauri
Day 11
Gudauri To Kutaisi
Day 12
Kutaisi
Day 13
Kutaisi West/Tbilisi
Day 14
Tbilisi

Countries (2): Georgia, Turkiye

Travel Cities (6): Dogubeyazit, Istanbul, Kars, Kutaisi, Stepantsminda, Tbilisi

Highlights

  • 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
  • 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.

Included in Price

  • 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner
  • 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.

Travel Package

 

Coming from

 

Going to

Tour...

Istanbul

Arrow Going To

Tbilisi

Group ToursThis is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

Memberships and Financial Protection

Abta Planeterra ATOL Safe Travels ATTA


ToursOnTheWeb

  • Find interesting destinations per country or region.
  • Compare operators, itineraries, dates and prices to find the best tour for you, whether budget, comfort or pure luxury.
  • Book at the tour operator directly, without middle men, without additional Terms & Conditions.