Top Trips for Learning About Ancient History

When is drinking wine considered “historical research”? When you’re indulging in the ancient wine-making traditions on this rural Georgia adventure. For nine days, you’re welcome to drink as much as you desire: this region is where the first known wine was fermented, after all. Don’t skimp on the starch, either. Aside from exploring Tbilisi’s Old Quarter and the medieval Gergeti Trinity Church, you’ll break bread with those who bake like they did centuries ago.

Jordan was not left untouched by the Roman Empire. Today, you can visit the Citadel and the Roman Theatre while walking through Amman. And while these sites are dated, they’re not even the oldest attractions in the area. The rose-pink Nabataean city of Petra is 2,000-years-young, yet looks as good as ever – even Unesco thinks so. Slide into Petra through the exclusive “back door” entrance and scope out Amman’s ancient ruins during this nine-day trip through Jordan.