13 Assyrian Fathers Tour: 11 Days of Heritage & Pilgrimage

Highlights

• ✓Visit monasteries established by the 13 Assyrian Fathers across Georgia
• ✓Explore UNESCO-listed religious sites and ancient church architecture
• ✓Experience Georgian Orthodox traditions and monastic life
• ✓Journey through diverse Georgian landscapes from mountains to valleys
• ✓Stay in locally-connected accommodation for authentic cultural contact
• ✓Learn the historical significance of these 6th-century missionaries

Insider tips

• ★Early morning visits to monasteries offer quieter reflection time and better light for photography before other tour groups arrive
• ★Learn a few Georgian phrases related to faith and greetings—monasteries and local communities respond warmly to this effort
• ★Pack layers: monastery locations vary significantly in elevation and temperature, even in the same season

Good to know

• •Modest dress required at all monastery sites (covered shoulders and knees)
• •11 days/10 nights includes accommodation and guided tours; verify what meals are included
• •Ground transportation is by bus/minivan; some monastery access involves walking on uneven terrain
• •Departing from Tbilisi; confirm exact meeting point and time upon booking

Who it's for

Best time to visit

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer ideal weather for extended touring and monastery visits, with comfortable temperatures and minimal rain. Summer can be hot at lower elevations, while winter may restrict access to some mountain monasteries.