# Phoenix Tour

> Phoenix Tour is a Yerevan-based tour operator running curated group and private tours across Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, and the wider Caucasus — with combined routes reaching Uzbekistan and Moldova. Programs span single-day excursions out of Yerevan to multi-country journeys of two to three weeks, covering cultural, pilgrimage, gastro & wine, adventure, luxury, and winter travel themes.

All tours are operated end-to-end by our local team — licensed guides, vetted drivers, hand-picked accommodation, and direct relationships with family-run wineries, guesthouses, and craft producers. Group sizes are kept small (8 maximum on most departures). Rated 5.0/5 across 26 traveler reviews.

## Browse tours

- [All tours](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours): Full catalog of multi-day and daily programs across Armenia and the Caucasus.
- [Multi-day tours](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/armenia): 5–14 day Armenia-focused itineraries.
- [Daily tours from Yerevan](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/daily-tour): Day trips to Garni, Geghard, Khor Virap, Tatev, Lake Sevan, Areni-1 cave, and more.

## Multi-day tours

- [Armenia City Break: Yerevan, Garni & Lake Sevan](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/armenia-city-break): 5 days · Armenia · from €615 per person · Bestseller, Group
  - Q: Is 5 days enough to see Armenia? A: Yes — for a first visit. This itinerary covers Armenia's essential highlights: Yerevan, the pagan temple of Garni, the UNESCO-listed cave monastery of Geghard, Lake Sevan, Noravank set in its red canyon, and Echmiadzin, the spiritual center of the Armenian Church. To reach the far south (Tatev) or spend time in the mountains, consider our 8-day Best of Armenia tour instead.
  - Q: Do I need a visa to visit Armenia? A: Most travelers do not need a visa to enter Armenia. However, visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/
  - Q: When is the best time to visit Yerevan and Armenia? A: Armenia is a year-round destination, with each season offering its own unique experiences. The most comfortable periods for sightseeing, cultural visits, and outdoor activities are April to June and September to October, when the weather is pleasant and temperatures are ideal for exploring. July and August are the hottest months, especially in Yerevan, where daytime temperatures can reach around 33–36°C — however, many excursions take place in higher-altitude areas, where the climate is cooler and more refreshing. Yerevan itself is lively year-round.
  - Q: What is included in the price? A: Four nights in a 4-star hotel, daily breakfast, all transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, an English-speaking guide, all entrance tickets, a wine tasting, and a lavash bread-baking masterclass. International flights, lunches, and dinners are not included.
  - Q: How much walking does the tour involve? A: The pace is easy. Expect gentle city walking and short visits at each site; the most demanding stretch is the stairs at Noravank and the uneven stones at Geghard. The tour is comfortable for all ages.
  - Q: Which airport do I fly into? A: Zvartnots International Airport (EVN) in Yerevan, served by direct flights from many European and Middle Eastern hubs. Airport transfers on arrival and departure are included.
- [Armenia Signature: Luxury Tour](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/armenia-signature-tour): 5 days · Armenia · from €2,105 per person · Unique, Specialty, Customizable
  - Q: Is Armenia a good destination for luxury travel? A: Yes — and it is still a well-kept secret. Yerevan has five-star properties, award-winning restaurants, and a 2,800-year-old history, without the crowds of established luxury destinations for a truly authentic experience. This tour pairs Armenia's highlights with private cultural experiences money can't usually buy.
  - Q: Which hotels are used on this tour? A: The Alexander, a Luxury Collection Hotel in central Yerevan, or Seven Visions Resort & Places, The Dvin — are among Armenia's leading five-star properties.
  - Q: What makes this different from a standard Armenia tour? A: The private experiences: an exclusive female choir performance inside the rock-hewn Geghard Monastery, a visit to the studio of a master duduk maker, a panoramic Yerevan tour in retro Volga cars, a private tolma cooking masterclass, and a tasting at the Ararat Brandy factory.
  - Q: Do I need a visa to visit Armenia? A: Most travelers do not need a visa to enter Armenia. However, visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/
  - Q: Is this a private tour or a group tour? A: This is a private tour fully tailored to your preferences and interests.
  - Q: Can the itinerary be customized? A: The tour can be fully customized. We are very flexible in making any changes and adjustments to maximise your experience and are available 24/7 for any questions that may arise during the tour.
- [Armenia Wine Tour](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/armenia-wine): 6 days · Armenia · from €1,195 per person · Bestseller, Specialty, Customizable
  - Q: Is Armenia really one of the world's oldest wine countries? A: Yes. The Areni-1 cave — which you visit on this tour — holds the world's oldest known winery, dated at over 6,100 years. Armenia's modern wine renaissance is built on indigenous grapes like Areni Noir and Voskehat grown at high altitude on volcanic soil, and the wine scene in Yerevan has exploded over the past decade.
  - Q: Which wineries does the tour visit? A: A different tasting almost every day: the Armenia Wine Museum and a local estate on arrival day, wineries in the Ararat Valley, the Areni region with the Areni-1 cave, and Kria Wines in the Yeghegis valley among others.
  - Q: When is the best time for a wine tour in Armenia? A: September and October — harvest season, when wineries are at their liveliest and the Areni Wine Festival takes place in early October. April to June is also excellent, with pleasant weather and quieter cellars.
  - Q: What is included in the price? A: Five nights of accommodation, daily breakfast, all wine tastings listed in the program, a tolma cooking masterclass, an English-speaking guide, all transfers, and entrance tickets. Flights, lunches, and dinners are excluded.
  - Q: I don't drink much — is this tour still worth it? A: Yes. The route doubles as a cultural tour: Zvartnots and the Bronze Age site of Metsamor, Noravank monastery, the Areni-1 archaeological cave, and the Yeghegis valley. Tastings are optional and moderate — this is wine culture, not a drinking tour.
  - Q: Do I need a visa to visit Armenia? A: Most travelers do not need a visa to enter Armenia. However, visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/
- [Georgia & Armenia Tour: 7 Days from Tbilisi to Yerevan](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/georgia-armenia-7-days): 7 days · Georgia & Armenia · from €1,125 per person · Bestseller, Group
  - Q: Is one week enough to see Georgia and Armenia? A: Yes, for the essentials of both: Tbilisi's old town and Mtskheta, the Georgian Military Highway to Kazbegi and Gergeti Trinity Church, then across the border to UNESCO-listed Haghpat, Lake Sevan, Garni, Geghard, Echmiadzin, and Yerevan. It is the most efficient introduction to the South Caucasus we offer.
  - Q: How do we get from Georgia to Armenia? A: Overland, crossing at the Sadakhlo–Bagratashen border, located about an hour south of Tbilisi. At the border, you will change vehicles and continue the journey with a new vehicle and guide on the Armenian side. Your guide will assist you throughout the crossing process. The border crossing typically takes 30–60 minutes, depending on traffic and the number of travelers at the border.
  - Q: Do I need visas for Georgia and Armenia? A: Most travelers do not need a visa for Armenia & Georgia. However, visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements by visiting the official websites of the relevant authorities: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/ E-visa portal of Georgia: https://www.evisa.gov.ge/GeoVisa/
  - Q: When is the best time to take this tour? A: Armenia and Georgia are year-round destinations, with each season offering its own unique experiences. The most recommended period for this tour is March to November, when the weather is ideal for sightseeing, cultural visits, and outdoor activities. May to September offers the best chance of clear views of Mount Kazbek from Gergeti Trinity Church, while mid-September–October is especially beautiful with the harvest season, wine experiences, and golden autumn landscapes. Winter offers a different kind of charm, with snow-covered landscapes, a magical atmosphere in the mountain regions, and the opportunity to experience Armenia and Georgia in their winter setting.
  - Q: What is included in the price? A: Six nights in 4-star hotels, daily breakfast, two dinners with a folk show, an English-speaking guide, all entrance tickets, 4x4 Delica vehicles up to Gergeti, the Narikala cable car in Tbilisi, a lavash masterclass, and an Ararat brandy factory tasting. Flights and remaining meals are excluded.
  - Q: What should I budget for meals not included? A: Roughly 20–25 euro per person at good restaurants in both Tbilisi and Yerevan — the Caucasus remains one of Europe's most affordable food destinations.
- [A Tale of Two Terroirs: Moldova & Armenia Discovery](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/moldova-armenia-discovery): 8 days · Moldova & Armenia · from €1,595 per person · Unique, Customizable
  - Q: Why combine Moldova and Armenia in one trip? A: They are two of the world's great underrated wine civilizations. Moldova has the highest density of vineyards on earth and the world's largest wine cellars; Armenia has the world's oldest known winery, the 6,100-year-old Areni-1 cave. In eight days you taste both traditions — European and Caucasian — in one seamless itinerary.
  - Q: Do we visit Milestii Mici, the world's largest wine cellar? A: Yes — Milestii Mici, holder of the Guinness World Record with some 200 km of underground galleries and over 1.5 million bottles, is visited on day 4, alongside Purcari, Asconi, and Mircesti wineries earlier in the tour.
  - Q: Is the flight from Chisinau to Yerevan included? A: No — the Chisinau–Yerevan flight and your international flights are not included in the price. We can advise on the best connections when you book.
  - Q: Do I need visas for Moldova and Armenia? A: Most travelers do not need a visa for Armenia & Moldova. However, visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements by visiting the official websites of the relevant authorities: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/ Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova: https://mfa.gov.md/en/content/visa-regime-foreigners
  - Q: When is the best time for this tour? A: September and October are ideal — harvest season in both countries, including Moldova's National Wine Day in early October. Spring (April–June) is a close second with mild weather and green vineyard country.
  - Q: What is included in the price? A: Seven nights in 4-star hotels, daily breakfast, two dinners, all listed wine tastings in both countries, a lavash baking masterclass in Armenia, an English-speaking guide, transfers, and entrance tickets. Flights, remaining meals, and travel insurance are excluded.
- [Armenia Trekking & Hiking Tour: 8 Days](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/armenia-trekking-hiking-tour): 8 days · Armenia · from €1,725 per person · Specialty, Group
  - Q: How difficult are the hikes on this tour? A: Moderate overall. Days 3–6 are half-day hikes on marked trails (Azat Canyon, Smbataberd fortress, Dilijan to Haghartsin) suitable for anyone with reasonable fitness. Day 7 is the demanding one: the two summits of Mount Aragats at 3,878 m and 4,001 m — a full mountain day that requires good condition.
  - Q: Do we climb Mount Aragats, and do I need mountaineering experience? A: Yes — the tour ascends the southern (3,878 m) and western (4,001 m) summits of Aragats, Armenia's highest peak, starting from Kari Lake. No technical climbing or ropes are involved in season; it is a strenuous high-altitude trek, and a hiking instructor accompanies the group.
  - Q: When is the best season for hiking in Armenia? A: Mid-June to late September for Mount Aragats, when the summits are free of snow. The lower trails around Dilijan and Yeghegis are beautiful from May through October, with October adding autumn colors to Dilijan National Park.
  - Q: What is included in the price? A: Full-board meals, 7 nights in hotels and guesthouses, an English-speaking guide during the city tour, an English-speaking hiking instructor on days 3–7, horseback riding on day 6, all entrance tickets, and a lavash baking masterclass. International flights and travel insurance are excluded.
  - Q: What gear do I need to bring? A: Broken-in hiking boots, layered clothing (summit mornings can be near freezing even in July), a waterproof shell, sun protection, and a daypack. Trekking poles are recommended for Aragats. No camping gear is needed — all nights are in hotels and guesthouses.
  - Q: Should I worry about altitude sickness? A: The itinerary builds up gradually — most nights are at 1,200–1,900 m, and only day 7 goes high. Reaching 4,001 m in a single day can cause mild altitude symptoms; the pace is set accordingly and the instructor monitors the group. Travelers with heart or respiratory conditions should consult a doctor first.
- [Best of Armenia in 8 Days](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/best-of-armenia): 8 days · Armenia · from €1,025 per person · Bestseller, Group
  - Q: What does this tour cover that shorter Armenia tours don't? A: The south. Beyond Yerevan, Garni, Geghard, Lake Sevan, and Echmiadzin, this itinerary reaches Tatev Monastery via the Wings of Tatev — the world's longest reversible aerial tramway — plus the cave village of Khndzoresk with its swinging bridge, the ancient stones of Zorats Karer (often called Armenia's Stonehenge), and the forested spa town of Dilijan.
  - Q: Is the Wings of Tatev cable car included? A: Yes — a round-trip ticket on the 5.7 km tramway across the Vorotan Gorge is included in the price.
  - Q: Do I need a visa to visit Armenia? A: Most travelers do not need a visa to enter Armenia. However, visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/
  - Q: When is the best time to take this tour? A: May to October. The Vorotan and Selim mountain passes on the southern route are at their best in this window; September–October adds wine harvest season and autumn colors in Dilijan.
  - Q: How demanding is the itinerary? A: Comfortable, the tour is broken up with stops.
  - Q: What meals are included, and what should I budget for the rest? A: Seven breakfasts are included. Lunches and dinners are open so you can explore Armenia's food scene — budget roughly 15–20 euro per person per meal at good local restaurants.
- [Caucasus Discovery: Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/caucasus-discovery-azerbaijan-georgia-armenia): 9 days · Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia · from €2,055 per person · Multi-lingual, Group, Unique
  - Q: Can I visit both Azerbaijan and Armenia on the same trip? A: Yes. This tour is deliberately routed Azerbaijan first, then Georgia, then Armenia. This reverse order poses no problem — Armenia admits travelers with Azerbaijani stamps.
  - Q: Do I need visas for Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia? A: Only for Azerbaijan, in most cases: an e-visa obtained online in about three working days. Most travelers do not need a visa for Armenia & Georgia. However, visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements by visiting the official websites of the relevant authorities: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/ E-visa portal of Georgia: https://www.evisa.gov.ge/GeoVisa/ Visas are not included in the tour price, but we can offer assistance at a supplement cost if informed in advance.
  - Q: How are the border crossings handled? A: The tour includes two land border crossings: Azerbaijan–Georgia border (Lagodekhi, Day 4): After completing the Azerbaijani border formalities, travelers need to walk approximately 700 meters with their luggage to reach the Georgian customs point. Guests should be prepared to carry their own bags during this section. The crossing usually takes around 30–60 minutes, depending on traffic and border procedures. Georgia–Armenia border (Bagratashen, Day 6): This crossing is more convenient and straightforward. There is no long walk between border points; travelers only need to carry their luggage a short distance while passing through passport control to receive the entry stamp. The crossing typically takes around 30–60 minutes, depending on the number of travelers at the border.
  - Q: When is the best time to visit the Caucasus? A: April to June and September to November, when all three countries enjoy mild, sunny weather. September adds harvest season in Georgia's Kakheti wine region, where the tour stops in Sighnaghi.
  - Q: What meals are included, and what should I budget for the rest? A: Eight breakfasts and one bottle of water per day are included; lunches and dinners are on your own. Expect roughly 20–25 euro per person at good local restaurants in all three countries — the Caucasus is famously affordable for food.
- [Caucasus Signature: Georgia & Armenia](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/caucasus-signature-tour-armenia-georgia): 9 days · Armenia & Georgia · from €4,385 per person · Unique, Specialty, Customizable
  - Q: Which hotels are used on this luxury tour? A: Five-star properties throughout: Stamba Hotel in Tbilisi, Rooms Hotel Kazbegi — famous for its panoramic view of Mount Kazbek — and The Alexander, a Luxury Collection Hotel, in Yerevan (or similar).
  - Q: What experiences set this apart from a standard Georgia–Armenia tour? A: Hands-on and private moments: a khinkali masterclass and Georgian calligraphy lesson in Tbilisi, the Abanotubani sulfur baths, an Armenian BBQ (khorovats) masterclass, a female choir performance inside Geghard Monastery, a visit to a duduk master's studio, the Matenadaran manuscripts laboratory, Ararat brandy tasting, and a retro Volga city tour in Yerevan.
  - Q: Is it easy to combine Georgia and Armenia in one trip? A: Very — they share a land border an hour south of Tbilisi. This tour crosses once, pausing at the UNESCO-listed Haghpat Monastery on the way to Dilijan, with your guide handling all formalities. Both countries are visa-free for most Western nationalities.
  - Q: When is the best time for this tour? A: May to October. Kazbegi is at its most spectacular from mid-June to September, when Mount Kazbek is most often clear; September–October adds wine harvest and cooler, golden days in both capitals.
  - Q: Is this a private tour? A: This is a private tour fully tailored to your preferences and interests.
  - Q: What meals are included? A: Eight breakfasts and three dinners, including the masterclass meals you cook with local chefs. Remaining meals are free so you can explore two of the world's great food cities — we're happy to suggest and book restaurants for you for the remaining meals.
- [Georgia & Armenia 9 Days Pilgrimage Tour](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/georgia-armenia-9-days-pilgrimage): 9 days · Georgia & Armenia · price on request · Unique, Customizable
  - Q: Is daily Holy Mass available on this pilgrimage? A: Yes — arrangement for daily Holy Mass throughout the tour is included in the program. We can accommodate both Catholic and Orthodox groups and will coordinate with suitable churches along the route, subject to local church schedules and availability.
  - Q: Why are Armenia and Georgia significant for Christian pilgrims? A: Armenia was the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion, in 301 AD, and Georgia followed in the early 4th century. The route includes Khor Virap, where St. Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned; Echmiadzin, the mother cathedral of the Armenian Church; the cave monastery of Geghard, which held the Holy Lance (now exhibited at the Echmiadzin Museum); Mtskheta's Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, associated with Christ's robe; and the Gergeti Trinity Church beneath Mount Kazbek.
  - Q: Are all meals included? A: Yes — full board: 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 8 dinners, so groups can stay together throughout the pilgrimage without planning meals. However, the meal plan can be customized according to your group's preferences and requests, including adjustments to the number of included meals or specific dietary requirements.
  - Q: Is there a dress code for the monasteries and churches? A: Yes. Shoulders and knees should be covered at active monasteries and churches; women are asked to cover their heads in some Georgian churches (scarves are usually available at the entrance). Comfortable shoes matter — floors are ancient stone.
  - Q: Do I need visas for Georgia and Armenia? A: Most travelers do not need a visa for Armenia & Georgia. However, visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements by visiting the official websites of the relevant authorities: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/ E-visa portal of Georgia: https://www.evisa.gov.ge/GeoVisa/
  - Q: How physically demanding is the pilgrimage? A: Moderate and manageable for most ages. Jeeps carry the group up to Gergeti Trinity Church and through the Garni gorge; elsewhere expect monastery steps and uneven stone floors at a gentle pace.
- [Caucasus Explorer: Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/caucasus-azerbaijan-georgia-armenia): 10 days · Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia · from €2,135 per person · Unique, Bestseller, Group
  - Q: Are meals included on this tour? A: Almost all of them — 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 9 dinners, making this our most inclusive Caucasus itinerary. You'll eat your way through all three cuisines without opening your wallet; only drinks are extra.
  - Q: Is it a problem to enter Armenia after visiting Azerbaijan? A: No. This tour is deliberately routed Baku → Tbilisi → Yerevan. This reverse order poses no problem — Armenia admits travelers with Azerbaijani stamps.
  - Q: Do I need visas for the three countries? A: Only for Azerbaijan, in most cases: an e-visa obtained online in about three working days. Most travelers do not need a visa for Armenia & Georgia. However, visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements by visiting the official websites of the relevant authorities: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/ E-visa portal of Georgia: https://www.evisa.gov.ge/GeoVisa/ Visas are not included in the tour price, but we can offer assistance at a supplement cost if informed in advance.
  - Q: When is the best time to take this tour? A: April to November. For the clearest views of Mount Kazbek at Gergeti, mid-June to September is best; April and November are quieter and still mild in Baku, Tbilisi, and Yerevan.
  - Q: How fit do I need to be? A: No special fitness is required. Jeeps handle the two steep sections (Gergeti church and Garni gorge), and site visits involve easy to moderate walking on cobblestones and monastery steps.
- [Gastro-Wine Tour to Georgia & Armenia](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/gastro-wine-georgia-armenia): 11 days · Armenia & Georgia · from €1,885 per person · Bestseller, Specialty, Customizable
  - Q: Why are Georgia and Armenia considered wine's homeland? A: Georgia has made wine for some 8,000 years and its qvevri clay-vessel method is UNESCO-listed; Armenia's Areni-1 cave contains the world's oldest known complete winemaking facility (6,100 years old). This tour traces both traditions vineyard by vineyard — from Kakheti's estates to Armenia's high-altitude cellars.
  - Q: When is the best time for a wine tour in the Caucasus? A: Wine tours in Georgia and Armenia can be enjoyed year-round, as wineries and wine museums welcome visitors throughout the seasons. However, the best time is April to October, when the weather is ideal for vineyard visits, outdoor tastings, and exploring the wine regions. September to mid-October is the most special period for wine lovers, coinciding with Rtveli, Georgia's traditional grape harvest season, and Armenia's own harvest traditions, including the Areni Wine Festival in early October. Spring (April–June) is a quieter alternative, with pleasant weather and green vineyards.
  - Q: How many wineries and tastings are included? A: Tastings run nearly every day across both countries: Tbilisi wine bars, the Kakheti region (Sighnaghi, Kvareli wine cave, Tsinandali estate), Ateni's cellar near Gori, the Armenia Wine Museum, VanArdi estate, Areni-1 cave with tasting, and Kria Wines in the Yeghegis valley — plus a tolma masterclass at Mamik House. All listed degustations are included with local snacks.
  - Q: What other sights are covered besides wine? A: The route doubles as a cultural grand tour: Tbilisi and Yerevan city tours, Bodbe Monastery and Sighnaghi, Mtskheta and the Uplistsikhe cave town, UNESCO-listed Haghpat, Zvartnots, Metsamor, and Noravank.
  - Q: Do I need visas for Georgia and Armenia? A: Most travelers do not need a visa for Armenia & Georgia. However, visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements by visiting the official websites of the relevant authorities: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/ E-visa portal of Georgia: https://www.evisa.gov.ge/GeoVisa/
  - Q: What meals are included? A: Ten breakfasts, three lunches, one dinner, and generous local snacks during the wine degustations. The remaining meals are left open deliberately — Tbilisi and Yerevan have outstanding restaurant scenes worth exploring on your own.
- [Caucasus Tour: Armenia, Georgia & Azerbaijan](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/caucasus-tour-armenia-georgia-azerbaijan): 12 days · Armenia, Georgia & Azerbaijan · from €1,965 per person · Unique, Group
  - Q: This tour visits Armenia before Azerbaijan — is that a problem at the border? A: Azerbaijan is an optional 2-day extension reached by a short flight from Tbilisi. Travelers with Armenian stamps are admitted to Azerbaijan.
  - Q: Is the Baku extension included in the price? A: The tour is sold as 10 days (Armenia & Georgia) or 12 days with the Azerbaijan extension. The Tbilisi–Baku flight is not included; accommodation and touring in Baku are part of the extension package.
  - Q: Do I need visas? A: Most travelers do not need a visa for Armenia & Georgia. However, visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements by visiting the official websites of the relevant authorities: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/ E-visa portal of Georgia: https://www.evisa.gov.ge/GeoVisa/ Only the optional Azerbaijan extension requires an e-visa. You can apply for the Azerbaijan e-visa yourself through the official ASAN Visa portal: https://evisa.gov.az/ Visas are not included in the tour price, but we can offer assistance at a supplement cost if informed in advance.
  - Q: What food and wine experiences are included? A: This is our most gastronomic Caucasus route: wine tastings at Ararat and in the Kakheti wine region, culinary masterclasses in both Armenia and Georgia, and Yerevan gastro experiences — plus breakfasts daily, three lunches, and two dinners.
  - Q: When is the best time to take this tour? A: May to November, with September–October the sweet spot: harvest season in Kakheti, mild days in Yerevan and Tbilisi, and clear mountain views at Ararat & Kazbegi.
  - Q: How much walking is involved? A: Easy to moderate — city walking tours, monastery steps, and short site visits. 4x4 Delica vehicles handle the climb to Gergeti at Kazbegi. The tour suits all reasonably mobile travelers.
- [Uzbekistan & Caucasus Discovery](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/uzbekistan-caucasus-discovery): 15 days · Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia · from €4,180 per person · Multi-lingual, Group, Unique
  - Q: Can I visit both Azerbaijan and Armenia on the same trip? A: Yes. This tour is deliberately routed Azerbaijan first, then Georgia, then Armenia. This reverse order poses no problem — Armenia admits travelers with Azerbaijani stamps. The itinerary crosses from Azerbaijan into Georgia at Lagodekhi border and from Georgia into Armenia at Bagratashen border, with your guide assisting at both crossings.
  - Q: Do I need visas for Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia? A: Most travelers do not need a visa for Uzbekistan, Georgia & Armenia, but need a visa for Azerbaijan. Visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements by visiting the official websites of the relevant authorities: E-visa portal of Uzbekistan: https://e-visa.gov.uz/application Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/ E-visa portal of Georgia: https://www.evisa.gov.ge/GeoVisa/ Azerbaijan e-visa: https://evisa.gov.az/
  - Q: When is the best time to take this tour? A: April to June and end of August to October. Uzbekistan's summer regularly exceeds 40°C, while spring and autumn bring mild weather in both Uzbekistan and the Caucasus — and September–October adds harvest season in Georgia's wine regions.
  - Q: Is it safe to travel to Uzbekistan and the Caucasus? A: Yes — Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia all have low crime rates and well-established tourism infrastructure, and all four capitals are safe for walking, including in the evening. We have operated tours across the region for over 17 years.
  - Q: Are flights and trains included in the price? A: Everything inside Uzbekistan is: the Tashkent–Urgench domestic flight and high-speed trains on the Bukhara–Samarkand and Samarkand–Tashkent routes. The Tashkent–Baku flight and your international flights are not included.
  - Q: What meals are included, and what should I budget for dinners? A: Fourteen breakfasts and thirteen lunches are included. Dinners are free for you to explore on your own — expect roughly 20–25 euro per person at good local restaurants in all four countries.
  - Q: What languages are the tours available in? A: Guides are available in English, Spanish, and Italian throughout the tour.
- [Silk Road: Uzbekistan, Georgia & Armenia](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tour/silk-road-uzbekistan-georgia-armenia): 17 days · Uzbekistan, Georgia & Armenia · from €2,925 per person · Unique, Group
  - Q: Do I need visas for Uzbekistan, Georgia, and Armenia? A: Most travelers do not need a visa for Uzbekistan, Georgia & Armenia. However, visa requirements depend on your nationality and passport type. You can check the latest visa requirements by visiting the official websites of the relevant authorities: E-visa portal of Uzbekistan: https://e-visa.gov.uz/application Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/ E-visa portal of Georgia: https://www.evisa.gov.ge/GeoVisa/
  - Q: Is the flight from Tashkent to Tbilisi included? A: No — the Tashkent–Tbilisi connection and international airfare are excluded. Everything inside Uzbekistan is covered: the Urgench–Tashkent domestic flight, high-speed trains Tashkent–Samarkand and Samarkand–Bukhara, and the Khiva–Bukhara train.
  - Q: When is the best time to take this tour? A: April to June and September to October. Uzbekistan's summer regularly exceeds 40°C, while spring and autumn are ideal across both Uzbekistan and the Caucasus — and Kazbegi (day 10) is at its best from mid-May through October.
  - Q: How difficult is this tour physically? A: Mostly light walking on cobblestones and monastery steps. Jeeps handle the two steep sections (Kazbegi and the Garni gorge), and long distances in Uzbekistan are covered by high-speed train rather than road. The tour suits all reasonably mobile travelers, though 17 days is a full itinerary.
  - Q: Is it safe to travel to Uzbekistan, Georgia, and Armenia? A: Yes — all three countries have low crime rates and well-developed tourism infrastructure, and their capitals are safe for evening walks. We have operated tours across the region for over 17 years.
  - Q: Can I pay by card, or do I need cash? A: Cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels in all three countries. Carry some local cash (Uzbek som, Georgian lari, Armenian dram) for bazaars, small towns, and tips — ATMs are available at every overnight stop.

## Daily tours from Yerevan

- [Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall & Museum Tour](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/aram-khachaturian-concert-hall-tour): from €25 per person · Year-round (Mon–Sat, except Aug)
- [Ararat Brandy Factory Experience](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/ararat-brandy-factory-experience): from €25 per person · All Year
- [Areni-1 Cave & Wine Experience](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/areni-1-cave-wine-experience): from €95 per person · All Year
- [Armenia Dimats Mountain Jeep Tour](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/dimats-mountain-jeep-tour-armenia): from €145 per person · April - October
- [Armenian Cooking Class in Yerevan](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/armenian-cooking-class-yerevan): from €75 per person · All Year
- [Azat Reservoir Sub-Boarding](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/azat-reservoir-sub-boarding): from €85 per person · May - October
- [Bezoar Goat Watching in Armenia](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/bezoar-goat-watching-armenia): from €110 per person · April - October
- [Duduk Workshop in Yerevan](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/duduk-workshop-yerevan): from €75 per person · April - October
- [Hiking Experience in Armenia](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/hiking-experience-armenia): from €175 per person · May - September / On Request
- [Hot Air Ballooning over Armenia](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/hot-air-ballooning-armenia): from €245 per person · Seasonal (weather dependent)
- [Khachkar Carving Workshop in Armenia](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/khachkar-carving-workshop-armenia): from €65 per person · All Year
- [Kond District Walking Tour in Yerevan](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/kond-district-walking-tour): from €65 per person · All Year
- [Matenadaran Manuscript & Miniature Painting Workshop](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/matenadaran-miniature-painting-workshop): from €50 per person · All Year
- [Pottery Workshop in Yerevan](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/pottery-workshop-yerevan): from €55 per person · All Year
- [Sunset Yerevan Tour in Retro Volga Cars](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/sunset-yerevan-retro-volga-cars): from €55 per person · Seasonal
- [Yerevan Artist and Sculptor Studio Visit](https://www.phoenixtour.org/daily-tour/yerevan-artist-sculptor-studio-visit): from €95 per person · On Request

## Tours by travel style

- [Historic & Cultural Tours](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/historic-cultural): UNESCO monasteries, ancient temples, four millennia of layered history.
- [Pilgrimage Tours](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/pilgrimage): Holy sites of Armenia — Etchmiadzin, Khor Virap, Geghard, Tatev — guided by experts in Armenian Apostolic church history.
- [Gastro & Wine Tours](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/gastro-wine): Tastings at Areni Noir wineries, lavash workshops, qvevri winemaking, and traditional supra meals.
- [Adventure Tours](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/adventure): Hiking the mountain Trail, ziplining at Yenokavan, paragliding, 4WD, and cave exploration.
- [Luxury Tours](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/luxury): Private programs with premium hotels, chauffeured transfers, helicopter access, and curated experiences.
- [Winter Tours](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/winter-in-armenia): Skiing at Tsaghkadzor, snowshoeing on Aragats, hot springs at Jermuk, and Armenian Christmas celebrations.

## Tours by country combination

- [Armenia tours (single country)](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/armenia): 5–14 day Armenia-only itineraries.
- [Armenia & Georgia combined tours](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/armenia-georgia): 10–14 day routes covering Yerevan, Tbilisi, Khor Virap, Tatev, Kakheti wine country, Mtskheta, and Kazbegi.
- [Armenia & Moldova combined tours](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/armenia-moldova): Wine-focused itineraries including Areni-1 cave winery, Cricova, and Mileștii Mici cellars.
- [Caucasus tours](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/caucasus): Multi-country programs covering Armenia, Georgia, and optionally Azerbaijan.
- [Caucasus & Central Asia tours](https://www.phoenixtour.org/tours/caucasus-central-asia): 18–25 day Silk Road programs spanning Yerevan, Tbilisi, Tashkent, Samarkand, and Bukhara.

## About

- [About Phoenix Tour](https://www.phoenixtour.org/about-us): Meet our local team in Yerevan, our approach, and our experience.
- [About Armenia](https://www.phoenixtour.org/about-armenia): Country profile, why visit, must-see sites, and unique experiences for travelers.
- [DMC Armenia — for travel agencies](https://www.phoenixtour.org/dmc-armenia): Phoenix Tour as a full-service destination management company (DMC) for agencies and operators selling Armenia and the Caucasus.

## Blog & travel guides

- [Travel blog](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog): Travel stories, insider tips, and practical guides for exploring Armenia, Georgia, and the Caucasus, written by our local team.

- [The Two Knockers of Meghri](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/the-two-knockers-of-meghri): A small detail on the old doors of southern Armenia reveals a surprisingly rich story about life in historic Meghri.
- [Chasing Sunrise on Mount Khustup](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/chasing-sunrise-on-mount-khustup): A pre-dawn drive, a rugged mountain track, and a sunrise above the peaks of Syunik—ascending Mount Khustup is as much about the journey as reaching the summit.
- [Yerevan After Dark: Discovering One of the Caucasus’ Most Vibrant Nightlife Scenes](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/yerevan-after-dark-nightlife-guide): Creative cocktail bars, world-class jazz, late-night wine culture, and streets that stay lively well into the early hours—Yerevan’s nightlife is evolving into one of the city’s greatest surprises.
- [Where Summer Lives: Following Armenia’s Highland Shepherds](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/where-summer-lives-following-armenias-highland-shepherds): Each year, as snow retreats from Armenia’s highest mountains, shepherds and their flocks return to alpine pastures that have sustained communities for generations. Among them are Yazidi families whose seasonal migrations preserve one of Armenia’s most enduring living traditions.
- [Nubar Gulbenkian: A Diplomat, Oil Tycoon and British Spy](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/nubar-gulbenkian-1896-1972-a-diplomat-oil-tycoon-and-british-spy): Nubar Gulbenkian (1896–1972) — Armenian-British oil tycoon, MI9 spy, and one of the 20th century's most eccentric figures. Discover his extraordinary life.
- [George Byron on Armenians, the Armenian Language and Armenia](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/george-byron-about-armenians-armenian-language-and-armenia): How Lord Byron studied Armenian in Venice and helped introduce the language and culture to 19th-century Europe — a quiet but lasting cultural bridge.
- [Aveluk: A Uniquely Armenian Dish](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/aveluk-a-uniquely-armenian-dish): Aveluk, Armenia's wild mountain sorrel, is dried, braided, and fermented before it reaches the plate. Discover one of the country's most distinctive ingredients.
- [Gavari Kufta: The Pride of Armenian Cuisine](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/gavari-kufta-the-pride-of-armenian-cuisine): From Lake Sevan's Gavar comes one of Armenia's most unusual meat dishes — light, airy meatballs made from hand-beaten veal in a centuries-old technique.
- [Khash: The King of the Armenian Table](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/khash-the-king-of-armenian-table): Khash is more than soup. Discover Armenia's most ritualised winter dish — built on hospitality, tradition, and dawn gatherings that define the season.
- [Pamidorov Dzvadzegh: Scrambled Eggs and Tomatoes, Armenian Style](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/pamidorov-dzvadzegh-scrambled-eggs-tomatoes-armenian-style): Pamidorov Dzvadzegh — Armenia's classic tomato and egg breakfast. A summer dish that reveals the heart of Armenian home cooking through simplicity.
- [Tan: Traditional Armenian Yogurt-Based Beverage](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/tan-traditional-armenian-refreshing-savory-yogurt-based-beverage): Tan — Armenia's centuries-old salty yogurt drink — remains the country's most enduring summer refreshment, rooted in pastoral traditions and highland life.
- [The Armenian Gampr: A National Treasure of the Highlands](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/gampr-armenian-wolfhound-a-national-treasure-of-armenia): The Armenian Gampr — an ancient guardian breed shaped by the Armenian Highlands. Discover the dog deeply tied to Armenia's pastoral and cultural history.
- [Armenian Inventors Who Changed the World](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/armenian-inventors-that-changed-the-world): From colour TV to the ATM, Armenian inventors shaped key innovations of the modern world. Discover the lesser-known story of Armenia's global contribution.
- [Mount Ararat: The Holy Mountain of Armenians](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/ararat-the-holy-mountain-of-armenians): Mount Ararat sits at the centre of Armenian memory, identity, and faith. Discover why this mountain remains the most powerful symbol in Armenia.
- [Armenia and the Quiet Revival of an Ancient Wine Culture](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/armenia-wine-culture-revival): An exploration of Armenia's winemaking heritage—not as a trend, but as a living tradition shaped by land, history, and identity.
- [What to Do in Yerevan in 3 Days: A Meaningful Guide to Armenia's Capital](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/yerevan-3-days-itinerary): A 3-day Yerevan itinerary — Republic Square, Cascade, cafés, and cultural layers that reveal Armenia's capital beyond surface sights and first impressions.
- [Ancient Armenia: Monasteries, Temples, and a Landscape Shaped by Time](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/ancient-armenia-monasteries-temples): Explore Armenia's ancient monasteries, temples, and historic sites — Geghard, Garni, and a living cultural landscape shaped by centuries of Christian heritage.
- [Armenia's Natural Landscapes: A Country Defined by Contrast](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/armenia-natural-landscapes-contrast): Discover Armenia's natural landscapes — from Dilijan forests and Lake Sevan to Lori highlands and southern gorges, a country of striking geographic contrast.
- [Hiking in Armenia: Movement, Landscape, and the Experience of Discovery](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/hiking-in-armenia-guide): Discover hiking in Armenia — trails through Dilijan National Park, highland plateaus, and quiet mountain routes across one of the Caucasus' most varied terrain.
- [Above the Forest Line: Hiking Mount Dimats in Tavush](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/mount-dimats-hike-tavush): Hike Mount Dimats in Armenia's Tavush Province — alpine meadows, dramatic cliffs, and sweeping Caucasus views on one of the country's most rewarding trails.
- [Chasing Light in Lori: Discovering Tsitskar and the Arevatsag Gorge](https://www.phoenixtour.org/blog/tsitskar-arevatsag-gorge): Explore Tsitskar and Arevatsag Gorge in Armenia's Lori Province — a northern landscape of dramatic cliffs, quiet rivers, and unforgettable sunrises.

## Contact

- Booking: Every tour can be booked and paid online with secure card checkout (via Converse Bank). Multi-day tours departing in more than 40 days can be reserved with a 10% deposit, with the balance due before departure.
- Office: 12 Pavstos Buzand Street, Yerevan, Armenia
- Phone: +374 96 011 448
- Email: info@phoenixtour.am
- Hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00, Sat 10:00–15:00 (Yerevan time)

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