Intro
Armenian cuisine is among the oldest in the world. Every region, indeed every village, has its own unique dishes, and its residents are scrupulous in following their traditional recipes. Join them in making the perfect Lavash loaf, sample various vegetarian dishes and try their khorovats (barbecue), kebabs and harissa (wheat porridge mixed with chicken). Take a trip down to Armenia’s oldest winery with a 6,000-year-old history in Bird Cave and sample traditional Armenian wines, many of which are made in Karases (traditional terracotta vessels). Take in views of Armenia’s crystal waters, fertile land and continental climate, which allows for the production of its delectable food and drink. Brandy-tasting and honey-tasting can also be arranged.
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Places Visited
Garni
Christian Armenia (1-7 days)
Explore the rich and mystic religious culture of Armenia
Birds of Armenia (1-5 days)
Discover Armenia's abundant and varied bird species
Cuisine of Armenia (1-3 days)
A Taste of Armenia's rich culinary heritage
Armenian Script (1 days)
Learn about the unique ancient script of Armenia
Best of the Caucasus (15 days)
Charms & contradictions of Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia
Armenia & Georgia Explorer (12 days)
Journey through the rich history of Armenia & Georgia
Around the South Caucasus (12 days)
Three small countries. All neighbours. All totally different.
Ancient World of the Caucasus (12 days)
Archaeology laid bare on Europe's balcony.
Armenia Explorer (9 days)
Ancient monasteries, traditional cuisine & stunning landscapes
Pam Bowers & John Simpson , Best of the CaucasusWe had a fantastic time on our Best of the Caucasus tour. We loved eating with the families in Georgia and visiting the Molovan family in Armenia, definitely highlights of the trip. Our Georgian guide in particular was the best you could possibly have, giving a true insight into the country. He should be recommended for an award!
Irwin Drangel & Linda Schain , Tailor-made Caucasus and Soviet FringesWe asked Travel the Unknown to come up with an unusual trip to 6 counties of the Caucasus and the ex-Soviet Union countries. They did so in a tour that flowed seamlessly the whole 38 days. The most impressive part was when Ukrainian Airlines cancelled our connecting flights from Kiev to Minsk, for 2 consecutive days. We contacted Travel The Unknown that morning and asked them to arrange an overnight train with a sleeping compartment. When arrived in Kiev, we were met at the airport, driven to the train station where tickets where waiting for us. They arranged for our pickup at the station in Minsk, as we left the train, and we went on our planned tours without losing a minute. That is what I call great service!
Margaret Small , Best of the CaucasusLoved the Caucasus with Travel the Unknown. I learnt of their ancient history and the current geopolitical significance of the cross roads between West and East. Another first class trip from Travel the Unknown with extremely knowledgeable guides and great hotels.
Doreen , Best of the CaucasusThe trip to the Caucasus was both illuminating and fun. It was particularly interesting to visit all three countries, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia, to try to understand the area and the problems they face from each country's very different perspective. The scenery in the whole area is breathtaking. The tour introduced us to many local people who were all very hospitable and generous. They welcomed us warmly and joined in our enjoyment of "having a go" at various crafts, eg bread making, felt-making, learning a bit of Georgian script, etc. In each of the three countries, religion is fundamental to their lives and visits to mosques, temples, churches, monasteries and cathedrals were a large feature in the tour. I would highly recommend the tour to anyone who likes an activity-packed holiday in places that are off the beaten track.
The Martyn-Fishers , Best of the CaucasusOur private tour of the Best of the Caucasus was well organised with a varied and busy itinerary, knowledgeable and interesting guides and good transport. Everything ran very smoothly, gave us a wonderful introduction to the long, and at times traumatic, history of each country and was a lot of fun. Thanks!