Over the course of a 10-day journey, we’ll explore Georgia’s top destinations; Immersing ourselves in the breathtaking landscapes, towering mountains, and icy glaciers. We’ll delve into history, savor the flavors of Georgian cuisine, and sample wines from various regions. This 10-day trip promises to be a memorable one.
Tbilisi Tour
Rike Park - Rike Park is a stunning, modern artistic park located in the heart of the city. Notably, when viewed from above, the entire park forms a large-scale map of Georgia, with winding pathways representing various regions. Situated on the left bank of the Kura (Mtkvari) River, it is easily accessible from the Old Town via the pedestrian Bridge of Peace, which is listed among the “Amazing Bridges that are the definition of architectural Masterpieces.” Despite some controversy over its location in Tbilisi’s historical district, the bridge has become a must-see, with nearly everyone walking across it at least once.
Narikala Fortress - Narikala Fortress is a top tourist attraction in Tbilisi, with no visitor leaving the city without exploring this magnificent site, especially stunning at night. Visible from almost every part of Tbilisi, the fortress overlooks the Mtkvari River, adding to its allure. Narikala consists of two walled sections between the sulphur baths and the Tbilisi Botanical Garden. Known as Shuris-tsikhe or The Rival Fortress, its walls date back to various periods, the earliest from the 4th century as a Persian citadel. Most of the current walls were built in the 8th century by Arab emirs. Offering some of the best city panoramas, Narikala is a symbol of Tbilisi’s ancient defensive prowess. You can reach it by walking up from Meidan or taking a cable car from Rike Park, which offers numerous entertainment facilities.
Abanotubani - Walking through the Abanotubani district reveals the city’s charm. This small area boasts historical religious buildings, including Georgian, Armenian, and Catholic churches, a mosque, a synagogue, and even a Zoroastrian fire temple.
Mtatsminda Amusement Park - Mtatsminda Park, located atop Mount Mtatsminda at 770 meters, is the highest point in Tbilisi and a popular amusement park. Spanning over 100 hectares with a history of more than a century, it offers various cafes, souvenir shops, a children’s entertainment center, a wedding house, picnic zones, a large Ferris wheel with splendid city views, a funicular tram, and other attractions. The park’s fresh air, stunning views, fun rides, and excellent customer service make it a perfect spot for relaxation and enjoyment with family and friends.
Ananuri Fortress - Gudauri Ski Resort - Stepantsminda (Kazbegi)
Zhinvali Reservoir - The tour from Tbilisi to Kazbegi begins with a stop at the Zhinvali Dam.
Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble - The 17th-century Ananuri fortified ensemble, designed by architect K. Bakhsarashvili, is located on the left bank of the Aragvi River along the Georgian Military Highway, 66 km from Tbilisi. It includes a circuit wall with turrets, a porch, the Church of the Virgin, the minor Church of Gvtaeba, a tower with a stepped pyramidal roof, the single-nave Church Mkurnali, the Sheupovari tower, a bell tower, a spring, and a reservoir. The Church of the Virgin houses the tombs of some Aragvi dukes. The Church of the Assumption, built in 1689, features richly decorated facades with fine relief carvings and beautiful frescoes.
Russian Georgian Friendship Monument - Also known as Gudauri Panorama, this monument features Soviet-style mosaics depicting Georgian heroes, farmers, fairy tales, and communist symbols, making it a vivid and colorful sight.
Gergeti Trinity Church - Gergeti Trinity Church, near the village of Gergeti, is situated on the right bank of the river Chkheri at an elevation of 2170 meters, beneath Mount Mkinvartsveri (Kazbegi).
Gveleti Waterfall - Located in the village of Gveleti, the name Gveleti means “place of snakes” in Georgian.
Ujarma Fortress - Alaverdi Monastery - Telavi - Tsinandali - Sighnaghi
Ujarma Fortress - This 5th-century fortress, the first capital city of Kakheti, is where King Vakhtang Gorgasali died. It is a mysterious and beautiful place worth discovering.
Gombori Pass - A sightseeing stop at Gombori Pass includes a chance to try Gios Herbal tea.
Alaverdi St. George Cathedral - Located 18 km from Telavi in the Alazani River valley, the Alaverdi St. George Cathedral dates back to the first half of the 11th century. The earliest structures of the Alaverdi Monastery date to the 6th century. The present-day cathedral, part of an 11th-century Georgian Orthodox monastery, is the highest in Georgia, reaching up to 50 meters.
Twins Wine Cellar - Founded by brothers Gia and Gela Gamtkitsulashvili, this unique museum of “Qvevri and Qvevri Wine” opened in 2014. The complex includes an 8-meter-long pitcher statue and several halls detailing the process of making pitcher wine. The museum features a 15-year collection of wine, archival photos, information about Georgian grape species, and a winepress. Notably, it houses three 500-liter pitchers cut to one-third size and covered with glass.
Batonis-Tsikhe Fortress - Built by King Archil between 1667-1675, Batonis Tsikhe, or ‘The Master’s Fortress,’ was the main residence of the Kakhetian kings in the 17th-18th centuries. The castle includes two old churches, the ruins of a royal bath, and a Persian-style palace of King Erekle II. The complex served both as a royal residence and a military stronghold, protecting the city and its population from invasions.
Tsinandali Palace - Prince Alexander Chavchavadze, the founder of Georgian romanticism, transformed his inherited estate in Tsinandali into a cultural and intellectual center. The complex includes a memorial house, a landscape garden, a historical winery, a wine cellar, a hotel, and a café. The vineyards have been restored, and wine production has resumed. Visitors can learn about the Chavchavadze family, enjoy the garden, visit the winery, and sample Georgian wines.
Sighnaghi - Mtskheta - Jvari Monastery - Uplistsikhe Cave City - Museum of Josef Stalin
Bodbe Monastery of St. Nino - Located 2 kilometers from Sighnaghi in Kakheti, the Bodbe Monastery of St. Nino is built on the burial site of Saint Nino. Georgian kings paid great attention to the monastery, which has been repaired and restored many times. In the 19th century, it became a church for believers and later a monastery with a teaching school. The complex includes a three-nave basilica with architectural features from the early feudal age, though it has been significantly altered over time.
Signagi City Walls - The 13th-century Sighnaghi City Wall is a medieval remnant worth visiting. With over 20 towers, each named after a town at the end of the road passing through its gate, the wall offers stunning views of the Alazani Valley.
The Sighnaghi Museum - Located in the center of Sighnaghi, this museum features relics from archaeological excavations, art exhibitions, and traveling exhibits. Some works of the famous Georgian painter Pirosmani are displayed here.
Jvari Church - This 6th-century Georgian Orthodox monastery is built on a hill opposite Mtskheta, at the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers. Shortly after the adoption of Christianity, King Mirian III erected a wooden cross on this site. The church, built in the 6th century, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral - Dating back to the 11th century, this Georgian architectural wonder has served as the country’s religious center for centuries. The complex includes the church, a gate, a bell tower, castles, and clerical residences. The mantles of Christ and the Prophet Elijah are preserved here, along with the tomb of Tbilisi’s founder, King Vakhtang Gorgasali. The cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Uplistsikhe Cave Town - Located 10 km east of Gori on the left bank of the Mtkvari River, Uplistsikhe is one of the oldest settlements in the Caucasus, first mentioned in the 7th century. The rock-hewn city and its surrounding monuments date back to the early Bronze Age and are relics of the Kura-Araxes culture.
Vardzia Cave City - Rabath Castle - Borjomi
Vardzia - The Vardzia cave monastery complex was built during the reign of King George III and his daughter Queen Tamar. According to legend, the name “Vardzia” originated when a young Tamar, playing in the unfinished cave town, shouted “Ak var dzia!” (“I am here, uncle!”) when she was lost. The name stuck, and the complex was called Vardzia.
Borjomi Central Park - Borjomi, a resort town in central Georgia, is famous for its mineral waters, with springs located in Borjomi Central Park. The Romanov Palace, with its striking exterior and ornate furniture, is nearby. The park also features trails through the Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park and the centuries-old Mtsvane Monastery (Green Monastery).
Kutaisi - Prometheus Cave - Gelati Monastery - Tskaltubo
Prometheus Cave - Located 40 kilometers from Kutaisi near Tskaltubo, Prometheus Cave is a popular destination featuring various types of stalactites, stalagmites, curtains, petrified waterfalls, underground rivers, and lakes. Visitors can also take a boat tour through an underground lake.
Tskaltubo - Tskaltubo’s mineral water is considered the oldest in geological terms, formed through modern hydrochemical processes. The water is believed to originate from vast underground resources and is enriched with biologically active trace elements like iodine, bromine, manganese, lithium, boron, zinc, strontium, and copper. The water’s gentle action and absence of toxic elements make it ideal for medical treatments.
Gelati Monastery - Situated 11 km west of Kutaisi, the Gelati Monastery, with buildings dating from the 12th to the 17th centuries, was an important religious, cultural, and educational center. The complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its mosaics and frescoes. King David the Builder, Georgia’s most celebrated king, is buried in the monastery yard.
Kutaisi - The historical part of Kutaisi, the Royal District, includes areas around the White Bridge, Tsisferkantselta Street, St. Nino Street, Tsereteli Street, and Pushkini Street.
Martvili Canyon - Okatse Canyon - Kinchkha Waterfall - Mestia
Okatse Canyon - The Okatse Canyon features a hanging trail that gives the feeling of walking in the sky. The pedestrian trail passes through historic forests, ending at a panoramic view where visitors can take photos with a smart camera. Located in the village of Gordi, Khoni municipality, Okatse Canyon is a perfect weekend destination.
Kinchkha Waterfall - Kinchkha is a stunning place with two waterfalls and a canyon, located at an altitude of 1000 meters. The area is perfect for swimming, hiking, and camping.
Martvili Canyon - Visitors can take a boat trip along a 300-meter section of the Abasha River, enjoying the beautiful canyon views. The canyon is also great for diving and exploring underwater. It is a popular weekend destination in Western Georgia.
Ushguli - Mestia
Ushguli - Located in the municipality of Mestia, at the base of Mount Shkhara, Ushguli is comprised of four villages and is the highest settlement in Europe, ranging from 2060 to 2200 meters above sea level. The center of the community, Chazhashi, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Mestia Tour
Hatsvali Ski Resort - About 8 km from Mestia, Hatsvali features a 1.5-kilometer-long ropeway to Mount Zuruldi, known for its unique views of the Tetnuldi and Caucasus mountain range. In winter, it offers a 2,400-meter-long ski slope.
Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography - Founded in 1936, the museum houses historic artifacts from the Svaneti region, including unique icons, engravings, manuscripts, medieval weaponry, ornaments, jewelry, pottery, textiles, and ethnographic items depicting ancient life in Svaneti.
Batumi Tour
Batumi Boulevard - Batumi Boulevard, a main attraction for visitors, follows the seaside and features beach bars, cafes, restaurants, amusement rides, and colorful fountains. With over a century of history, the boulevard was initially designed by a Prussian gardener and later developed by a French gardener and designer. It now stretches 7 kilometers and includes unique sculptures and architectural monuments.
Gonio Fortress - The Gonio-Apsaros Fortress, the oldest in Georgia, is a Roman-Byzantine military structure covering 47,000 sq. m. with high stone walls and 18 towers. Built by the Romans in the 1st century AD, it was later occupied by the Byzantines and Ottomans. According to legend, the name Apsaros comes from the Greek myth of the Argonauts. The fortress is also believed to house the tomb of Apostle Mathew.
Batumi Botanical Gardens - Located 9 km from Batumi, the Batumi Botanical Garden spans 108.7 hectares along the coastline. Founded in 1912 by Professor Andrei Krasnov, the garden features a diverse collection of exotic plants and unique vegetation.
- Airport Transfers
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Boat trip in Batumi
- All fees and taxes covered
- Entrance tickets to museums and attractions
- 9-night stay in a 3-star hotel
- Alcohol Drinks;
- Dinner for 4 days;
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