Georgia Authentic Tour 10 days

After arrival at Tbilisi International Airport, a private transfer will be organized for you to the hotel in the heart of Tbilisi. Check-in at the hotel starts at 2:00 pm, if you arrive earlier, leave your luggage in the reception and take your time to walk in the city.

Included Activities:

 Hotel in Tbilisi 

The Tbilisi city tour starts from Metekhi Church with a spectacular view of Tbilisi Old Town, with its lovely blend of colorful buildings, wooden balconies, red-bricked, blueish domed churches, Narikala fortress and a Persian Mosque. We head to Narikala fortress on the other bank of the Kura River flowing in Tbilisi. We will take a nice stroll in the narrow cobbled streets of Tbilisi, stop at sulfur semicircular domed baths, the Botanical Garden waterfall, and Tbilisi’s famous clock tower at Gabriani Theater. Then head to the Piece Bridge over the river made of glass and designed by Italian Architects. We will visit the 6th-century Anchiskhati Basilica with well-preserved frescoes and Sioni Cathedral. Welcome dinner will be served in a traditional restaurant.

Included Activities:   

• Tbilisi sightseeing guided tour

 Hotel in Tbilisi
  Breakfast, dinner
5-6 hours

The day starts with a spectacular drive to Telavi via Gombori Pass a 65 km forest serpentine highway. The first visit is to the 17th-century Batonis Tsikhe Fortress with its massive tower walls with very strong Persian influence. The Fortress was the main resistance of Kakhetian kings in the 17- 19 centuries. It holds a small church and an ethnographic museum inside. A wine-tasting experience awaits us in Shumi Winery along with a delightful lunch. After we will continue to Tsinandali Estate and Garden. The Estate was founded by Prince Alexander Chavchavadze, a Georgian Poet and military figure. Here wine tasting is available (optional). After we will drive Akhasheni Wine Resort and Spa for rest and overnight.

Included Activities:   

• Batonis Tsikhe Fortress visit
• Shumi Winery wine-tasting and lunch
• Tsinandali Palace visit

Akhasheni Wine Resort & Spa 
  Breakfast, lunch
8-9 hours

After a healthy and leisurely breakfast, we continue our Georgia tour to Sighnaghi, a city of love. The city gained its name due to the opportunity to register marriage within a day. Sighnaghi is a nice small city with small brick-made houses, wooden balconies, and red roofs overlooking Alaznai Valley and the Caucasus Mountains. We visit Bodbe Monastery originally built in the 9th century. Bodbe is a burial place of Saint Nino who preached Christianity in Georgia in the early 4th century.  We will be back in Tbilisi around 5:00 pm and you will have a free evening in Tbilisi for your own explorations.

Included Activities:   

• Bodbe Convent visit
• Sighnaghi city walk

 Hotel in Tbilisi
  Breakfast
6-7 hours

Today marks the beginning of our Georgia tour to the West. Our first stop is at the Jvari Church, a remarkable early medieval building that has stood the test of time, remaining largely unchanged. A spectacular view over the junction of Kura and Aragvi rivers opens from Jvari Chruch. We continue to Gori, the birthplace of Joseph Stalin. Here we will visit the Stalin House Museum, consisting of the main exposition building, a small house, and the room where he was born and his train. We continue to an impressive Uplistsike Cave Town dating to the Iron Age with dozens of cave settlements, dwellings, and a Christian Church. We drive to Kutaisi for rest and overnight and to be closer to tomorrow’s destination.

Included Activities:   

• Jvari Church visit
• Stalin Museum visit & guided tour
• Uplistsikhe Cave Town visit 

 Hotel in Kutaisi
  Breakfast
8-9 hours

This day is dedicated to one of the most famous natural wonders of Georgia Prometheus Cave with its wonderful underground world of stalactites, stalagmites, numerous halls, and a river flowing in the cave. The Cave length is 1.5 kilometers and takes 40 minutes to walk. After our exploration of Prometheus Cave, our journey continues to Zugdidi, where we will have the privilege of visiting the Dadiani Royal Palace. This magnificent neo-gothic style building now serves as a historical and architectural museum, showcasing an impressive collection of archeological excavations. Prepare to be amazed by the rich history and grandeur that awaits us at this remarkable destination. We leave Dadiani Palace behind we embark on a picturesque journey to Zemo-Svaneti. Our destination holds the captivating Svan Towers, which showcase unique architectural complexes living spaces, and watchtowers designed for defensive purposes. We will visit an original Svan house and tower to see these constructions in use.

Included Activities:   

• Prometheus Cave visit
• Dadiani Palace visit
• Svan tower visit

 Hotel in Mestia
  Breakfast
8-9 hours

After a healthy breakfast and fresh coffee, we take a 4-wheel ride to Ushguli Village on 2200 m, which is considered to be one of the highest inhabited villages in Europe. Weather permitting Shkhara Mountain will open with its full magnificence. We will visit the Ushguli Architectural complex listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with a Lamaria Church with its 12th-century frescoes. Stroll in the pebbled narrow streets of Ushguly, and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding mountains and fresh air. Evening we will be back to Mestia for rest and overnight.

Included Activities:   

• 4×4 drive to Ushaguli
• Ushguli Architectural Complex visit
• Lamaria Church visit

 Hotel in Mestia
  Breakfast
6-7 hours

Today, we will be dedicating our day to exploring the natural wonder of Martvili Canyon in Georgia. Our adventure begins with a scenic drive to the canyon, followed by a leisurely walk through its stunning landscape. Once we reach the observation point, we will be treated to breathtaking views of the river’s bluish crystal-clear waters. Next, we will embark on a delightful slow boat ride along the narrow canyon, where we can marvel at the picturesque cliffs and cascading waterfalls. Some sections of the canyon are so narrow that sunlight can barely penetrate its depths, creating a truly unique atmosphere. Don’t forget to bring your camera, as the canyon offers plenty of opportunities for capturing beautiful photos. We continue to drive to Kutaisi to our hotel for rest and overnight.

Included Activities:   

• Martvili Canyon borat trip
• Martvili Canyon photo stop

 Hotel in Kutaisi
  Breakfast
7-8 hours 

After breakfast, we will check out from the hotel in Kutaisi and take a drive to 11th-century Gelati Academy. Gelati Complex played a crucial role in the history and education of Georgia as it was amongst the first institutions providing higher education, later it was converted into a refectory. Nowadays Gelati is a functioning Monastery Complex with impressive architecture and bright frescoes inside. After we will visit a family-run Merabashvili Restaurant for lunch and wine tasting. We continue to Mtskheta We continue to Mtskheta one of the first cities in Georgia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We take a leisurely stroll in Mtskheta and visit Svertitskhoveli Cathedral. In the evening we will be back in Tbilisi to enjoy the last evening in this bustling city.

Included Activities:   

• Gelati Academi visit
• Merabishvili Winery lunch & wine tasting
• Mtskheta visit 
• Svetitskhoveli Cathedral visit

 Hotel in Tbilisi
  Breakfast, lunch
7-8 hours

Check out from the hotel, private transfer is organized for you to the airport according to your flight schedule. If you have an evening flight you can always leave your luggage in the reception and enjoy your time in Tbilisi.

  Breakfast