Budget-Friendly Solo Backpacking Journey from Hyderabad to Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia by Bus

Day 1: Explore Hyderabad

Hyderabad, India on May 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Nimrah Café

Start the day with Irani chai and Osmania biscuits, a local budget-friendly breakfast special near Charminar.
INR50, 0h30m

9:00am

Visit Charminar

Iconic monument with rich history, open 9am-5pm, minimal entry fee makes it perfect for budget travellers.
INR20, 1h

11:00am

Explore Laad Bazaar

Famous for bangles and local crafts, a great place to experience Hyderabad's culture without spending much.
Free, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Pista House

Try affordable Hyderabadi biryani, a must-have local dish in a budget-friendly setting.
INR150, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Salar Jung Museum

House of antique collections, budget entrance fee and open till 5pm. Ideal for a cultural afternoon.
INR20, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Shadab Restaurant

Affordable traditional Hyderabadi dishes in a casual atmosphere near Charminar.
INR200, 1h

Day 2: Travel to Baku

Hyderabad to Baku via connecting buses and trains (budget overnight travel) on May 22, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast and last-minute shopping

Grab some light local snacks like samosas or idlis before departing to station.
INR50, 0h30m

7:00am

Begin journey via bus/train towards Baku with budget-friendly connections

Take buses and trains via Delhi and transit hubs to head towards Azerbaijan entering via Georgia for budget travel, book in advance for lowest fares.
INR8000 approx., Overnight travel

Day 3: Arrive & Settle in Baku

Baku, Azerbaijan on May 23, 2025

10:00am

Check into budget hostel

Stay in hostels like Sahil Hostel or similar with dorm pricing to save costs.
AZN15 (approx INR700), 1h

11:30am

Lunch at local café

Try affordable Azerbaijani kebabs or plov at small eateries.
AZN6, 1h

1:00pm

Walk along Baku Boulevard

Free promenade along the Caspian Sea for budget-friendly leisure and city vibes.
Free, 2h

4:00pm

Visit Flame Towers viewpoints

Amazing city views and photo opportunities, no ticket required to walk around the towers.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Firuze Restaurant

Budget-friendly local cuisine with set meal options to keep costs low.
AZN10, 1h30m

Day 4: Explore Baku on Budget

Baku, Azerbaijan on May 24, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at local bakery

Affordable fresh bread and tea from street vendors.
AZN2, 0h30m

9:00am

Old City (Icherisheher) visit

UNESCO heritage site with old architecture, free walking, entry to some places around AZN3.
AZN3, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Çay Bağı

Traditional Azerbaijani teas and inexpensive snacks in tea houses.
AZN5, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Azerbaijan Carpet Museum

Unique cultural museum with low entry fee, open till 6pm.
AZN4, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at street food stalls

Enjoy budget shawarma and local snacks along Nizami street.
AZN3, 1h

Day 5: Bus to Tbilisi, Georgia

Baku to Tbilisi, Georgia on May 25, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast and prepare for bus

Eat simple Azerbaijani breakfast before departure.
AZN2, 0h30m

10:00am

Take budget intercity bus to Tbilisi

Direct buses run daily and cost-effective for solo travellers, journey about 6-7 hours.
AZN20 (approx INR850), 7h

5:00pm

Check-in at budget guesthouse

Hostels like Fabrika Hostel offer affordable dorms in central Tbilisi.
GEL20 (approx INR600), 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Samikitno

Try budget-friendly Georgian dishes like khachapuri and mtsvadi.
GEL15, 1h

Day 6: Explore Tbilisi

Tbilisi, Georgia on May 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at local bakery

Affordable pastries and coffee at nearby bakeries.
GEL5, 0h30m

9:00am

Old Town walking tour

Free self-guided walking tour experiencing historical streets, churches, and sulfur baths.
Free, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Café Littera

Offers budget set lunches with local Georgian flavours.
GEL12, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Narikala Fortress

Stunning city views, accessible by cable car or hiking, entry free, open daylight hours.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Keto and Kote

Traditional Georgian dishes with affordable prices in a rustic setting.
GEL15, 1h

Day 7: Bus to Yerevan, Armenia

Tbilisi to Yerevan, Armenia on May 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast and bus preparation

Grab bakery items and tea before bus.
GEL5, 0h30m

8:30am

Board bus to Yerevan

Daily budget-friendly buses connect Tbilisi to Yerevan in roughly 6-7 hours.
GEL30 (approx INR900), 7h

4:00pm

Check-in budget hostel

Stay at hostels like Envoy Hostel with shared facilities to save costs.
AMD4000 (INR600), 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at local eatery

Try Armenian lavash wraps and soups at affordable prices.
AMD1500, 1h

Day 8: Discover Yerevan City

Yerevan, Armenia on May 28, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cafesjian Center

Simple Armenian breakfast with coffee at affordable prices inside the arts center area.
AMD1000, 0h45m

9:00am

Visit Republic Square

Main city square with beautiful architecture and free public access.
Free, 1h

10:00am

Walk to Cascade Complex

Outdoor giant stairway with gardens and art installations, free to explore.
Free, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Sherep Restaurant

Enjoy traditional Armenian cuisine with budget set meal options.
AMD2500, 1h

3:00pm

Visit History Museum of Armenia

Affordable entrance fee to learn about Armenian history and culture, open 10am-6pm.
AMD500, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Street Food Stalls

Try budget dishes like kebabs, local bread, and sweets on the go.
AMD1500, 1h

Day 9: Return travel begins

Yerevan to Hyderabad via Georgia and India on May 29, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast and pack

Light Armenian breakfast from local cafés to prepare for journey.
AMD1000, 0h30m

8:00am

Bus from Yerevan to Tbilisi

Budget bus connections back towards Georgia with advance bookings for cost savings.
AMD3500, 7h

3:00pm

Stay in budget hostel Tbilisi

Rest at affordable hostels like Fabrika again for overnight.
GEL20, overnight

Day 10: Travel from Tbilisi to India

Tbilisi to Hyderabad on May 30, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast and prepare for long travel

Economical Georgian breakfast before departure.
GEL5, 0h30m

8:00am

Long bus/train journey back to Hyderabad

Return trip with careful connections through Georgia and India using bus and trains to save costs, expect multiple transit days.
INR8000 approx., Multiple days