If you’re travelling to Georgia, Armenia, or Azerbaijan, consider enriching your trip with a stopover in the Middle East. With excellent flight connections and world-class airports, cities like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Muscat, and Manama make ideal transit hubs and unforgettable short-stay destinations.
We also offer the option of a stopover in Istanbul – more on this in a separate post.
Please note: We only arrange individual trips in the Middle East. We are happy to organise transfers, hotels, excursions, and provide comprehensive advice to help you choose the perfect stopover destination.
Why Add a Stopover in the Middle East?
🇦🇪 UAE (Dubai & Abu Dhabi)
- Excellent global flight connections
- Iconic attractions such as Burj Khalifa, Dubai Fountain, and Louvre Abu Dhabi
- Beautiful beaches, luxury shopping, and outstanding hotels
- A modern, cosmopolitan contrast to the Caucasus
🇶🇦 Qatar (Doha)
- Striking architecture, desert landscapes, and world-class museums
- Museum of Islamic Art, The Corniche, and desert safari experiences
- Compact, clean, and ideal for short layovers
🇴🇲 Oman (Muscat & Beyond)
- Traditional Arabian atmosphere
- Mountains, wadis, and a pristine coastline
- Grand Mosque, Muttrah Souq, and desert camp stays
- Ideal for nature lovers and culture seekers
🇧🇭 Bahrain (Manama)
- Relaxed island atmosphere
- Bahrain Fort, National Museum, and bustling souqs
- A small, manageable stopover with classic Arabian charm
Why You Should Let Us Organise Your Stopover
Arranging a stopover might look simple at first, but in reality it can become surprisingly time-consuming. Coordinating flights, hotel check-in times, transfers, and any visa requirements – especially when different airlines and unfamiliar airports are involved – often leads to confusion and unnecessary stress. We not only take care of all the logistics for you, but also provide personalised advice to help you choose the best stopover destination for your route and travel style.
Because we organise your Caucasus trip as well, we ensure everything fits together seamlessly: no conflicting schedules, no long gaps between flights, no unexpected complications. Just smooth connections, reliable transfers, and a perfectly coordinated travel experience from start to finish.
If you’d like to understand even more about the benefits of booking with us rather than planning everything yourself, see our article: Why book a package holiday rather than DIY.
Why It’s Worthwhile
- Break up long intercontinental journeys
- Explore two regions in one trip
- Unwind with a beach holiday and enjoy warm hospitality
- Enjoy excellent-value hotels and warm hospitality
- Benefit from smooth connections with Emirates, Etihad, Qatar Airways, Oman Air, Gulf Air
How to Book Your Middle East Stopover
Just contact your travel consultant. Tell us how long your stopover should be and what you want to experience – we’ll organise the rest, ensuring it fits perfectly with your Caucasus itinerary.
✨ Begin your holiday in the Middle East – make your journey even more memorable!