Multi-ethnic Georgia - Yezidis
Overview
You have probably heard that the capital of Georgia, Tbilisi,is the most multinational and multi-confessional city in the South Caucasus. Followers of both the main world religions and ethno-religious societies have long lived here.
On our tour,you will learn how the new inhabitants of Tiflis adapted to the conditions of modern realities,in which districts and quarters they settled, and how they managed to preserve their centuries-old culture and religion.
According to most modern researchers,it is the Yezidis who are the descendants of the Sumerians,the first civilization on earth.
Throughout their long-suffering history,the Yezidis have survived 74 acts of genocide because of their religious affiliation.Surprisingly, this people managed to almost completely preserve their language, cultural identity and religion.Thanks to the tolerant Georgian people, the Yezidis,along with other ethnic groups living on the territory of Georgia, feel safe and most of them are full-fledged citizens.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee You will be treated to tea or coffee in a Yezidi family.
- Bottled water Bottled water per participant.
- Accompanying guide throughout the event
- Dinner
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
Meeting Location
Freedom Square
T'bilisi, Georgia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
At the turn of the 19th-20th centuries, there was a mass migration of Yezidis from their historical lands to the countries of the South Caucasus,in particular to Armenia and Georgia.This preceded the events associated with ethnic cleansing in the territory of the Ottoman Empire shortly before its fall.
During the event, we will tell and show you:
Who are the Yezidis?What is their script and what language do they speak?
–Let's touch on the topic of national clothes and Yezidi folklore.
–You will find out in what quarters of Tbilisi and in what conditions the Yezidis lived in the 19th and 20th centuries and what was their main occupation.
–We will visit a Yezidi family and touch on the topic of centuries-old traditions and national dishes.
–And also we will tell you how the Yezidis managed to preserve their authentic identity in modern conditions and learn about famous Yezidis in the post-Soviet space. I'm sure you will be surprised.
–And closer to the end of the event, accompanied by our guide, we will give our guests the opportunity to visit the“Temple of the Yezidis of Georgia”,located in Tbilisi. There will also be touched upon the main religious topics regarding Yezidism.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+04).
- Tea and coffee. You will be treated to tea or coffee in a Yezidi family.
- Bottled water. Bottled water per participant.
- Accompanying guide throughout the event.
- Dinner.
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Multi-ethnic Georgia - Yezidis is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Multi-ethnic Georgia – Yezidis will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeYou will be treated to tea or coffee in a Yezidi family.
- Bottled waterBottled water per participant.
- Accompanying guide throughout the event
- Dinner
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
