Borjomi - Vardzia • 2-day tour

Explore Georgia’s historic landmarks, rock-hewn cities, and natural wonders on a 2-day Borjomi-Vardzia tour. Perfect for history buffs and nature lovers.

Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Mtskheta - Borjomi

Jvari Church - The great church of cross - Jvari (586-604) is one of the most prominent architectural items in Georgia and the world in general.
Jvari church has one of the most exciting
views, as from the distance it looks like an ending of the mountain silhouette

there are many religious buildings in and outside Georgia with similar architecture but
you won’t find any that are older and more complete than Mtskheta cross.

Mtskheta - the ancient capital of Georgia is a place connected with the birth of the
Georgian statehood. the history of Christianity in Georgia begins in Mtskheta as well.

Due to its historical significance and several cultural monuments, the
“Historical Monuments of Mtskheta” became a UNESCO World Heritage
Site in 1994. As the birthplace and one of the most vibrant centers of
Christianity in Georgia, Mtskheta was declared as the “ Holy City” by the
Georgian Orthodox Church in 2014

Uplistsiche Cave Town - It was the center of a large region, which was widely involved in international trading and economic life. According to historians, the
The Caucasus part of the great silk road was stretched here.

It is supposed to had over 700 caves in the antic times, but only 150 ones are preserved now.
Among the caves located near circles, the noteworthy is the amphitheater,
Queen Tamar’s Hall, prisons, wine-presses, pharmacy and three-nave basilica.

Borjomi Central Park - The famous mineral spring water “Borjomi” which is sold in over 30 countries worldwide actually originates from the Georgian city-resort of Borjomi.

The Borjomi mineral water park is a very popular attraction with tourists who visit Borjomi. This is the place where the “famous” mineral water was first produced. While there you can bring your own bottles and fill them up with the mineral water which is known to be good for health. Children are also bound to have a good time, since the park also offers a variety of attractions and amusements for them to enjoy.

Rabati castle - Vardzia caves

Rabati Castle - Rabati Castle is a medieval structure in Akhaltsikhe, Georgia, which dates back to the 13th century.
A mosque, a minaret, a synagogue, a Christian church, the Jakelis’ Palace, a museum and a citadel are the restored antique buildings, which can be seen at the renovation site.

At present, Rabati Castle is one of Georgia’s national landmarks and a tourist attraction.

Vardzia - Vardzia is located 300 km. away from Tbilisi, in the extreme south-
west,
Cave monastery was carved in rock in the second half of the XII century at an altitude of 1
300 meters. the number of tiers themselves varies from 3 to 13. The total
the complex includes St. Mary rock-hewn church, refectory, monks cells, storage rooms, secret springs and 25
cellars with 185 pitchers found inside.

Paravani Lake - Paravani is the largest lake in Georgia, which is located in the mountains in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region, at an altitude of 2070 meters above the sea level. The lake has a volcano-tectonic origin

Lake Paravani attracts more and more ecotourism and wildlife enthusiasts. The nature is truly picturesque, especially in spring and summer when alpine meadows are covered with greenery and fragrant aromas of flowers. The lake is particularly attractive for fishing fans because it is rich in various types of fish – temples, trout, carb, Chapala and others. Here you can catch the fish yourself, or try it at a local cafe.

What's Included
  • Tour guide service
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • lunch / dinner
  • complimentary tips
  • accommodations
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

This Two-day tour includes one of the historic landmarks of our nation and satisfies visitors with different interests and expectations. On the first day, we will visit The former capital of Georgia MTSKHETA and the Monastery of the Cross with its panoramic views, afterwards we head toward A rock-hewn city – Uplistikhe Overnight in Borjomi - that is a word-famous hydrothermal health spa resort and one of the best places for recreation and relaxation On the second day we continue our tour toward the extreme south part of the country - the Samtskhe region The tour to Samtskhe region is a perfect gateway for travelers who are interested in history, nature, and Landscapes. during the tour we will visit • Rabati fortress • Vardzia - the biggest rock-hewn town in Georgia • Javakheti National Park - unique with its flora and fauna • Biggest lake of Georgia - Paravani.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Rajasekarv
Oct 31, 2023
An Amazing trip from Tibilisi to Borjomi - Unforgettable trip from Tibilisi to Borjomi. Our recent journey to Borjomi was truly magical, Giga took us to many beautiful spots along the way, allowing us to capture breathtaking pictures and create lasting memories. His knowledge about Borjomi and willingness to share insights about the area added a whole new dimension to the trip. We were fortunate to visit some of the most famous places in the region, all thanks to Giga. If you're planning a trip to Borjomi, I wholeheartedly recommend Giga for a wonderful, informative, and picture-perfect adventure. Thank you for making our trip so special.
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Sheetal_bhanti
Oct 21, 2023
A Beautiful trip! Thanks Alex! - Beautiful places and a big thank you to our guide Alex! We generally don’t go on planned tours because it feels too binding … just rushing around ticking off things on a list… you don’t really experience places you just see them! But since this was a last minute planned trip, we didn’t have time to research, and so we booked this trip and we got lucky because we had Alex!!! Excellent guide and an even better human! He explained about everything, the cultural and historical aspects and never rushed us, we even tweaked our itinerary our way! I would strongly suggest to get in touch with him early so he can create an itinerary which would work as per your interest.
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Farahn1509
Jun 28, 2023
Must visit! - Great experience with Giga to Rabati castle and verdzia caves. He has alot of knowledge in history and speaks english fluently. The places were amazing and full of history. He makes the tour very engaging and interesting. Highly recommended!
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Vidyamanmohan
Jul 25, 2021
My magical experience in Borjomi, Georgia - It was a magical experience. Giga was the best tour guide we could ask for. He spoke fluent English. The nature walks in borjomi, sulphur baths, historic caves, and family lunches where all so memorable.
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Nambiar66
Jul 24, 2021
Scenic and lovely - One of the most beautiful & serene place. Even though part of the the ride up was through very rough terrain, it was worth it! Our guide Giga made it a memorable trip with experienced drivers and a wonderful explanation on the history of the place. The monastery and church was beautiful and has breathtaking views. It is a must visit!
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07abhi
Jul 24, 2021
Family trip to Georgia - Beautiful place with many historic landmarks. Giga, our tour guide made sure to explain to us the history behind each place and we all found it very interesting. Walk through the national park was one of the highlights. Overall an amazing experience
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Anupamvr23
Jul 23, 2021
Family trip - The place is nice and the people are amazing. The food was unmatched The scenery was beautiful The planning of the tour was great.
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