Sharjah with Georgia
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Welcome to the Pearl of Emirates ‘Sharjah’!! Sharjah is the third largest emirate in the UAE, its largest city and its most family-friendly destination. On arrival at Sharjah International Airport our representative will meet you and transfer you to your Hotel in Sharjah. Check-In & Relax in your hotel or you can explore this beautiful emirate on your own.
After breakfast, we set out to explore Sharjah with Hop on Hop off Tour. Enjoy panoramic views of Sharjah from an open-top, double decker bus. On this hop-on, hop-off bus tour you will easily discover the most famous attractions and sights of the city in the day. It is the best way to get your bearings if you’re visiting Sharjah for the first time! Simply hop off when you want to visit an attraction and hop back on when you’re ready. Some of the major attractions which can be seen from Hop on Hop off Tour are Palm Tree Oasis, Al Noor Mosque, Sharjah Aquarium & Maritime Museum, Al Maja Amphitheatre, Al Montana & Flag Island, Fish Market, Heart of Sharjah, Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, Cultural Square & Mega Mall. For your convenience we have included the below entrances along with your Hop on Hop off Tour. Rain Room: It gives visitor’s opportunity to walk through a downpour of continuous rain without getting wet. Sharjah Aquarium: Spread across an area of 6,500 m², this attraction in Sharjah comprises 20 different aquariums on two floors containing a variety of sea creatures. 15 Mins Boat Ride at Al Qasab: Al Qasab Sharjah is a waterfront community that is separated from Al Maja District by Al Khan Corniche Street. Al Qasab in Sharjah is a cultural landmark that features art centres, outdoor attractions and a number of other attractions. The 15 Mins traditional ride on the boat offers a panoramic view of the entire community.
After breakfast, we set out to explore Sharjah with Hop on Hop off Tour. Enjoy panoramic views of Sharjah from an open-top, double decker bus. On this hop-on, hop-off bus tour you will easily discover the most famous attractions and sights of the city in the day. It is the best way to get your bearings if you’re visiting Sharjah for the first time! Simply hop off when you want to visit an attraction and hop back on when you’re ready. Some of the major attractions which can be seen from Hop on Hop off Tour are Palm Tree Oasis, Al Noor Mosque, Sharjah Aquarium & Maritime Museum, Al Majaz Amphitheatre, Al Montazah & Flag Island, Fish Market, Heart of Sharjah, Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, Cultural Square & Mega Mall. Al Noor Island: This place has tons to offer anyone who wants some time away from the city life and malls of Sharjah Butterfly House: Located on Al Noor Island, it houses more than 500 butterflies belonging to 20 different exotic species. This dreamy space is located inside an ergonomically designed, nature-inspired structure that retains humidity and allows natural light to enter the butterfly haven.
After breakfast, we transfer you to Sharjah International Airport for your onward flight to Tbilisi. On arrival, we transfer you to your Hotel in Tbilisi. Tbilisi is famous for its old residential houses with colorful wooden curved balconies overlooking the Maidan Square and Metekhi Church, in the north-west region of Georgia known for its architectural treasures and picturesque landscapes. It’s also part of the UNESCO World Heritage list. Tbilisi is a wonderful and interesting city which has so many layers to it and the more time you spend here, the greater appreciation you have of how all these contrasting aspects co-exist in a somewhat whimsical harmony.
In Morning to proceed to do a city tour of Tbilisi starting with Holy Trinity Church (Sameba) – The place which is the biggest church in the whole of Georgia and a huge monument of Georgian religion. Rarely interesting place. Later proceeding to Bridge of Peace – The bridge which was built in 2010 is one of the most beautiful constructions in Tbilisi. This is a 150m Length Bridge over the Kura River. Then we will get to the Rike Park which is a modern park, from where we will take you to the Narikala Fortress, which is located on a mountain Mtatsminda and we will get there by the Cable car (ticket price is included in the tour). CableCar ride to the Narikala Fortress – The place which was the first building in Tbilisi City.
A day tour to the Kazbegi region, winding through the Military road of Georgia. You can explore mountains, rivers, castles and the Holy Trinity Church of Gergeti on a 2,130-meter altitude which provides magnificent views of Kazbegi. Next stop on the way is Gudauri, a remarkable ski resort in Georgia. The resort is at the altitude of 7,217 feet (2,200 meters) above sea level. The first lower lift station is at 6528 feet (1,990 meters ) above sea level and the last, or top, station is at a 3,306-meter called summit Sadzele. The resort offers high-quality skiing opportunities, with the ski season lasting from December through April. From Gudauri, you will continue your trip to Gergeti Trinity Church. This twelfth or thirteenth-century monument was erected on the southern slopes of Mkinvarcveri. Gergeti Trinity Church is an important temple, remarkable for its beautiful scenery. The Gergeti Trinity Church is set poignantly on a hill directly below the towering white massif of Mount Kazbek. On top of all this, you will also have the opportunity to partake in the best tandem paragliding in Georgia (optional). The spectacular views and stable weather conditions put it right up there. From the perfect take-off sites close to the spots around Gudauri, your flight will take you over the ridges with a birds-eye view of the places above Jvari pass or Aragvi Valley. After a 20 to 25 minute flight, you will smoothly land close to the takeoff area or near the road in the valley after your exhilarating cross-country flight.
After breakfast, depending on your flight times we will transfer you to Tbilisi International Airport.