Explore the rich natural heritage of the Caucasus – May 28-June 12, 2019. Travel to Armenia and Georgia. The New England Wild Flower Society will travel to Armenia and Georgia with Betchart Expeditions, Inc. We begin in Armenia, exploring Lake Sevan (elevation 6,234 feet), the largest body of water in the Caucasus region; and Khor Virap Monastery, which sits at the foot of Mount Ararat (elevation 16,854 ft.), the sacred volcanic mountain. Then we go on to Georgia, where we visit the National Botanic Garden, Mtskheta, the country’s ancient capital, and Jvari Monastery. Our trip takes in many more-local attractions along the way, including museums, a convent, villages, a national park, and the subtropical Batumi Botanical Garden on the Black Sea, the richest in plant biodiversity in Russia (pictured). Complete itinerary and details will be found at http://www.newenglandwild.org/learn/travel-to-armenia-and-georgia.html/?searchterm=Georgia