A Textile & Craft Heritage Journey through Armenia & Georgia
Threads of the Caucasus
7 May 2026 – 18 May 2026 Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days
Step into the heart of the Caucasus, where tradition and craftsmanship are woven into everyday life. This 12-day journey explores the textile legacies of Armenia and Georgia — two ancient lands known for their rich cultural history, deep-rooted artisan skills, and breathtaking landscapes.
From Yerevan’s centuries-old carpet workshops to Georgia’s remote mountain villages, where women still spin, dye, and weave by hand, you’ll engage with local communities, participate in traditional craft workshops, and explore UNESCO-listed monasteries and colorful markets.
This tour is an immersive experience for textile enthusiasts and cultural travelers looking to discover the untold stories stitched into the cultural fabric of the region. Explore both countries’ vibrant traditions in weaving, embroidery, carpet-making, ceramics, and other folk arts. This journey includes workshops, artisan visits, cultural sightseeing, and authentic local experiences.
Pricing
USD $4650 - Double Occupancy
Extra USD $1750 - Single Occupancy
Deposit of USD $1,000 required
Inclusions
—> First-class 4 star accommodations or resorts;
—> All entrance tickets and activities as per the itinerary
—> Round-trip transfers to and from hotels;
—> Luxurious motor coach equipped with air conditioning and driver;
—> Breakfasts each day and select lunch and dinners as per itinerary
—> Pam Holland's textile and photography classes on route;
—> Your tour guide’s in-depth expert explanations throughout the tour, giving you insight into the history and culture of the areas visited.
—> Taxes;
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Highlights
4+ 4+ artisan workshops: Learn felt-making, embroidery, weaving, and natural dyeing with local craftswomen.
6 UNESCO/national heritage sites: From Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery in Armenia to Bodbe Monastery and Gergeti Trinity Church in Georgia.
Carpet & embroidery traditions: Guided visits to carpet factories, artisan cooperatives, and embroidery studios.
Cultural immersion: Explore Old Towns, lively markets, and folk-art museums in Yerevan, Dilijan, and Tbilisi.
Wine & wool: Taste fine Georgian wines while discovering spinning, dyeing, and silk-thread techniques.
Local encounters: Meet women’s groups, family-run workshops, and community artisans preserving ancient skills.
Scenic landscapes: Journey from Armenia’s Lake Sevan to Georgia’s Kakheti vineyards and the peaks of Kazbegi.
Culinary experiences: Enjoy vineyard lunches, cross-cultural food tastings, and festive folk dinners.
Comfortable stays: Boutique hotels such as Tufenkian Heritage in Armenia and Stamba or Rooms Kazbegi in Georgia.
Seamless travel: Private transport, expert local guides, all entry fees, demos, and interactions included.Hands-on artisan workshops .
Included all entrance and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Expert local guide
A deluxe motor coach
Breakfast daily ,Some lunches and dinners
Following not included ------
International flights, any meals not in the Itinerary, Visa, insurance and any personal expenses
Arrival city — Yerevan ,Armenia . Departure city Tbilisi ,Georgia
FITNESS LEVEL —Moderate . stairs. you should be able to do walking tours for 1-2 hours with breaks .Distance: 2-4 Km per day Moderate with some stops.