When the Kardashian sisters travel, the world watches. But their highly-publicized trip to Armenia wasn’t just about photo ops, red carpets, or designer looks—it was a deeply personal, sometimes painfully raw journey that exposed cracks in the family’s famous foundation. For Kourtney and Kim, what was supposed to be a powerful return to their ancestral homeland became a test of sisterhood, celebrity, and self.

“I Don’t Like Being a Celebrity”

The episode opens with a confession that would shock most Kardashian fans: Kourtney, the eldest sister, is done with the spotlight. “I don’t like being a celebrity,” she admits, her voice flat with exhaustion. The trip to Armenia is supposed to be about heritage, activism, and family pride. But for Kourtney, it’s just another reminder of the relentless pressure that comes with Kardashian fame.

Kim, on the other hand, is all business. She’s disappointed in Kourtney’s attitude, but she can see that her sister is dealing with deeper emotional struggles. “This is not a vacation,” Kim insists. “This is a trip to be seen, to be heard. We’re trying to get the Armenian Genocide recognized by the United States.” For Kim, the mission is bigger than their personal drama—but that doesn’t make the tension any less real.

Sisterly Intervention: “You Have Two People That Want to Hear You”

Back at the hotel, Kourtney is checked out and withdrawn. Sensing her pain, family matriarch Kris Jenner and grandmother MJ stage a gentle intervention. “You should know you have two people that want to hear you, and want to know that you’re okay,” MJ tells her.

Kourtney’s voice cracks as she describes feeling ganged up on by her sisters. “Every day, they just pick on me. I just can’t do it anymore,” she says, tears threatening. She feels especially betrayed by Khloé, who she says always takes Kim’s side. “It just seems like they put the show and work above my happiness, and it’s caused this distance between us.”

Kris encourages her daughter to take a break if she needs it. “Don’t do it if it’s not worth it. Tell everybody you need a break,” Kris says. But for Kourtney, the guilt of letting her family down is almost as heavy as the burden of fame.

“This Is a Rebirth”: The Armenia Trip Begins

Despite her misgivings, Kourtney boards the plane for Armenia with Kim and their children. The trip is packed with meaning: they’ll be baptizing their kids at the world’s oldest church and meeting the President of Armenia to advocate for genocide recognition.

As they arrive, Kim’s excitement is palpable. “I want to walk out the front, I want to say hi to everybody,” she says, determined to make the most of their time in the country. The crowds are massive, the energy electric. But for Kourtney, the pressure is overwhelming.

Fame Fatigue: “I Just Wanted to Enjoy the Trip With Kim and the Kids”

Hundreds of fans gather outside their hotel, desperate for a glimpse of the world’s most famous sisters. Kim thrives in the chaos, but Kourtney is visibly uncomfortable. “I just wanted to enjoy the trip with Kim and the kids, like more low-key,” she confesses.

The sisters visit Armenian businesses, meet inspiring female entrepreneurs, and learn about their family’s roots. Kourtney is deeply moved by the country’s resilience and creativity, but the constant attention and lack of privacy start to wear her down.

At the Memorial: “People Just Don’t Get It”

One of the trip’s most emotional moments comes at the Armenian Genocide Memorial. Kim is focused on the mission: paying respects, getting the perfect photo, and honoring their ancestors. But the crowds, cameras, and chaos leave Kourtney feeling exposed and anxious.

“I love when I travel to really take in the culture, but this is feeling very overwhelming,” Kourtney says. “I wasn’t really planning on this lack of privacy.” The pressure to perform, to be gracious, to be “on” for the cameras and fans, is suffocating.

Kim, meanwhile, is frustrated by what she sees as Kourtney’s negativity. “If you don’t like being a celebrity, then maybe you should take off filming,” she says pointedly. But for Kourtney, it’s not that simple—her struggle is about more than just camera crews.

Dinner With the President: “We’re Everywhere”

A turning point comes when the sisters dine with Armenia’s president. The conversation turns to the Armenian Genocide, the resilience of the Armenian people, and the importance of never forgetting. “They wanted to finish with the nation, and what happened is the other way around—we’re everywhere,” the president says, his words resonating deeply.

For Kourtney, the dinner is a wake-up call. “Although I haven’t been the most up for this kind of trip, having dinner with the president really helped me realize how important it is for us to be here,” she reflects. The mission suddenly feels bigger than her personal struggles.

Baptism at the World’s Oldest Church: “So Beautiful and So Moving”

The emotional climax of the trip comes when Kourtney and Kim baptize their children at the world’s oldest church. The ceremony is sacred, intimate, and unexpectedly healing. “To be able to be here with our children and get baptized in our home country was so beautiful and so moving,” Kourtney says.

For a moment, the sisterly drama fades into the background, replaced by a sense of unity and pride. The family gathers, the children are blessed, and the weight of generations is felt in every prayer.

The Aftermath: “I Just Don’t Like Being a Celebrity”

As the trip ends, Kourtney is honest about her lingering discomfort. “I just don’t like being a celebrity,” she repeats. The crowds, the cameras, the constant scrutiny—it’s all too much. Kim, ever the pragmatist, wishes her sister would just “put on a happy face and get it together.” But for Kourtney, the struggle is real and ongoing.

Still, both sisters leave Armenia changed. The trip forced them to confront not just their family history, but their own personal crossroads. For Kim, it’s a reminder of the power of fame to effect change. For Kourtney, it’s a lesson in boundaries, self-care, and the courage to speak her truth—even when the world is watching.