The Caucasus & Turkey Experience

About this trip

Discover four countries across the Caucasus and Turkey on this immersive 22-day journey to ancient archaeological sites, through spectacular landscapes and into the kitchens and workshops that carry on local traditions. Explore Qobustan's prehistoric rock art and mud volcanoes and follow the dramatic mountain roads leading into Georgia. Taste qvevri wine, make khinkali and visit Gergeti Trinity Church before crossing into Armenia, where you'll join a rug-weaving workshop in Yerevan. Fly to Istanbul, then continue through Ottoman Bolu, Cappadocia’s underground cities, prehistoric Catalhoyuk and Pamukkale’s thermal terraces. From the looming Caucasus mountains to the turquoise waters of the Turkish coast, you’ll unveil the region’s rich layers with an expert local leader by your side.