Ashgabat To Tbilisi (24 Days) Iran Caravan

Beginning in Turkmenistan’s Capital Ashgabat, in Central Asia, this exciting overland trip covers four fascinating and very different countries in just twenty-four days, ending in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi.

Starting in the heart of Asia you will feel as if you have almost returned to Europe. You will encounter friendly locals, a diverse and long history, a unique and varied culture, lively and cosmopolitan cities, and vast, stunning landscapes that range from arid desert to rugged mountains, with dense forests and snow-capped peaks as we reach the Caucus states of Armenia and Georgia.

This tour has a focus on Iran, as you’ll travel there on your second day. You’ll visit Mashhad, the Dasht e Kavir Desert, Shiraz, and Persepolis. You’ll be treated to typical Iranian food and meet some fascinating people along the way! Read the detailed Itinerary below to find out more. Day 1 Turkmenistan

Ashgabat – Free time and City Tour

Days 2 to 15 Iran

Mashhad - home to the stunning Imam Reza Mosque

Dasht e Kavir Desert - in search of the Asiatic Cheetah

Shiraz & Yazd

Persepolis - ancient ruins partly destroyed by Alexander the Great

Tehran

Esfahan - explore this historic and beautiful city

Tabriz - explore the 35km labyrinthine bazaar and the Blue (Kabud) Mosque

Days 16 to 20 Armenia

Yerevan – World-famous brandy distillery

Savanavank – monastery on the shores of Lake Sevan

Days 21 to 23 Georgia

Telavi - ancient wine-growing region

We continue to Tbilisi

Day 24 Trip ends after breakfast 24 Days - Central Asia & South East Asia - Overland Adventures Please note there may be a kitty contribution - please check the website