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Experiences Across the Caucasus, Central Asia and Beyond with MIR Travelers
Firsthand Insights from Recent Journeys Across Georgia, Central Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Balkans
At MIR, we’ve spent decades building trusted relationships across the Caucasus, Central Asia and beyond, giving travelers access to immersive travel experiences across the Caucasus, Central Asia and beyond that go far deeper than sightseeing. These connections unlock home‑cooked meals, real conversations, and cultural moments not found in guidebooks. While the world today requires a flexible mindset, travelers continue to head out with curiosity and confidence to legendary destinations, supported by MIR’s regional expertise and long-standing local ties.
Below, hear directly from recent MIR travelers – what surprised them, moved them, and stayed with them long after they returned home.
1. Georgia Through the Eyes of R.K. – Hermantown, MN
Visiting Georgia with MIR blew us away. It is what every country could be. Everyone grows a garden. No lawns. Georgian wines and food can’t be beaten. We wish we could have stayed several more months. The beautiful art, natural resources, and preserved medieval heritages are endless. There is no other place like Georgia. It’s indescribable!
2. Five ‘Stans Through the Eyes of D.H. – Ulm, MT
Oh my gosh! My MIR trip to the’Stans in April 2025 was so far beyond my expectations, that I’m afraid anything else will fall short! The home visit meals, the horse and falcon demonstrations, the information given during driving hours, my fellow travelers, the music and dance entertainment, and that headless goat carcass horseback team game (you have to see it to believe it) were all amazing. I am definitely looking forward to my second trip with MIR.
3. Bulgaria and Romania Through the Eyes of C.M. – Bend, OR
I loved Romania. I loved the scenery, the architecture, it’s painted churches, and hope to visit again. The history museum in Brasov was a fascinating look at life under communism. The MIR guide was a gem. She is knowledgeable, friendly, and patient. She helped us in many ways. I couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
4. Balkans Through the Eyes of C.S. – Houston, TX
I had a great time on the MIR Balkan Odyssey trip: excellent tour, and local guides. I truly enjoyed my pre and post touring as well and saw a lot of Serbia and Macedonia. I enjoyed the entire trip. Bosnia and Kosovo were such shocks – and really their geography as well as Serbia and Albania so like Austria or Switzerland. I had been to Montenegro and Croatia twice before in the same areas but enjoyed and saw more as always something new to see. People are all kind in the countries and our group is so nice and on time and compatible.
