Yerevan Tours in September 2027

Brilliant tour leaders . Hotels in Georgia not so good towards the end of the holiday likewise with the food at these hotels. Itinerary very good but would have liked more time in Armenia.

This was certainly a trip with a difference and I learned so much on the journey in the company of like minded and exceptionally well travelled people. The tour guides were exceptional especially Anahit who took over for the last leg of our journey in Armenia. Her enthusiasm, knowledge and energy levels were incredible and provided a useful window in to the history and politics of the Caucasus countries. The included meals were wonderful and food was definitely one of the highlights of the trip. I will take away so many happy memories of this trip.

Wonderful and beautiful countries. People are really nice and kind. We had a few hotel change, but is try going to understand because trip was maybe new. Over all tour was good.

The trip was well organized with knowledgeable guides who were happy and prepared to share the history and culture of their country. Most of the accommodations were more than adequate. A few were very basic but the places we were had very little choice of where to stay. Food was very good and plentiful.

I enjoyed this tour as has been the case with others with Explore. We had excellent guides and although there were variations in luxury and comfort all the hotels were acceptable. This includes the Soviet style Blue Sevan. My only real complaint was the obsession with churches and religious places. I estimate that we vistied 22 churches and religious places and this, to me, was clearly over the top. It contrasted with the with the much more interesting and informative meetings with local people and the enjoyment of their hospitality. They provided insights into the what life was like in both countries - notably the challenges of the 1990s and ever present fear posed by Russia.

Some people have complained of too many churches and too many long journeys but this is what you get if you want to fully explore a country. I loved all the monasteries and castles, they were mostly in spectacular locations which were worth visiting in itself. Generally there was a lovely mixture of visiting monasteries, castles, cities, towns, villages, seaside and mountains. Maybe more time in Tbilisi would be good and some of the hotels were too basic (although comfortable) with too many mediocre buffets but generally I loved it and cannot complain. Tour leaders were also excellent (Laura and Lexie) who always did their best to keep everyone happy.