Nature, Culture, and Culinary Delights
Adjara, Black sea, Greater Caucasus, Imereti
Kutaisi, Tbilisi, Stepantsminda, Truso, Gelati, Prometheus cave, Relax in Batumi
8 Days
Kutaisi
- Big groups
Expedition overview
Day 1: Kutaisi Airport – Tbilisi (250 km)
- arrival in the Kopitnari airport, near Kutaisi
- transfer to Tbilisi and hotel accommodation
- a short stop for a snack after the flight
- welcome dinner in the old town
- for those interested, a night tour of the old town
- dinner at a local restaurant
- overnight stay at a hotel
Day 2: Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Tbilisi sightseeing (60 km)
- after breakfast, sightseeing around Tbilisi – the city of Mtskheta, which until the 5th century AD served as the capital; visiting the legendary temple of Svetitskhoveli, the place of coronation and final resting place of the rulers of Georgia; transfer to the Jvari Monastery located on the top of the hill
- free time, break for an individual meal
- sightseeing in the old town of Tbilisi, walk along Rustaveli Shota Avenue, Sioni Cathedral and Anchiskhati Basilica, cable car ride to the Narikala Fortress with a wonderful view of the city, walk to the waterfall located in the city center, in the district sulfur baths
- dinner at a famous restaurant, combined with a show of traditional Georgian dances
- return to the hotel for overnight stay in Tbilisi
Day 3: Tbilisi – Ananuri – Tsminda Sameba – Gudauri (180 km)
- after breakfast, departure from Tbilisia towards the famous Georgian Military Road, connecting Tbilisi with Vladikavkaz
- lunch break on your own
- along the way, a stop at the Ananuri fortress from the 17th century, picturesquely located on the Zhinvali reservoir
- stop at a beautiful viewpoint just before the Krzyżowa Pass (2,379 m above sea level)
- entry to one of the most beautifully situated monasteries in Georgia – Tsminda Sameba, which is located at an altitude of 2,170 m above sea level. at the foot of Mount Kazbek (5033 m above sea level)
- transfer to Gudauri, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel
Day 4: Gudauri – Truso Valley – Gudauri (40 km)
- after breakfast, departure by off-road vehicle to the Truso Valley, known for its mineral springs, lakes, medieval defensive towers, the Abano monastery and the Zakahori fortress
- a walk around the valley, tasting mineral waters and an outdoor picnic with local shepherds and baking kebabs
- return to Gudauri, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel
Day 5: Gudauri – Uplistsikhe – Kutaisi (325 km)
- after breakfast, departure to Uplistsikhe – the oldest rock city in Georgia, where the settlement dates back to the second millennium BC.
- drive towards Kutaisi, the historical capital of the legendary Colchis, and currently the third largest city in Georgia and the capital of the Imereti region
- dinner at a popular local restaurant or Georgian evening: organization of supra – a traditional Georgian feast at a friendly host’s vineyard, combined with tasting aklokhola and local Imereti dishes, Georgian cuisine workshops and live music
- accommodation and overnight stay in Kutaisi
Day 6: Kutaisi – Batumi (150 km)
- breakfast, departure towards Batumi
- two trips to choose from:
- Martvili Canyon – visiting the picturesque and deeply cut Martwili canyon on the Abasha River, with its impressive rock formations, waterfalls and blue lakes creating unforgettable landscapes, a short pontoon cruise through the meanders of the deep canyon
- Prometheus Cave – the largest cave in Georgia open to tourists, almost 1.5 km long, with the lowest point of the cave located 40 m below sea level, with a room with a light illumination show accompanied by Georgian music
- Shekvetili Dendrological Park (Shekvetili) – The most famous dendrological park in Georgia with unique specimens of trees from all over the Caucasus and specially imported plants from around the world
- Botanical Garden – the largest botanical garden in Georgia covering 110 hectares with unique plant species from all over the world
- dinner break on the way to Batumi
- hotel accommodation in Batumi, free time in the city
Day 7: Batumi – Makhuntseti – Mirveti – Batumi (100 km)
- after breakfast, free time (possibility to go to the beach)
- a ride along a captivating route to Makhuntseti and Mirveti waterfalls
- visiting the medieval stone bridge from the times of Queen Tamara
- a visit to a vineyard located in the Adjara mountains, with a beautiful view of the surrounding area; tasting of local alcohols, dinner with traditional dishes from the Adjara region
- accommodation and overnight stay in Batumi
Day 8: Batumi – Kutaisi Airport (150 km)
- transfer to the airport
Information
We can adapt the offer to the requirements of each client, we can propose the appropriate standard of hotels, we can enrich the program with additional attractions, start from any airport in Georgia and extend it for any number of days.
* PRICES MAY CHANGE DEPENDING ON DATES OR NUMBER OF PEOPLE
* OFFER VALID FOR 14/30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF SENDING
If you have any questions, please contact us, we will gladly help you organize your dream
In Short
- Tbilisi – the capital of Georgia, the largest and one of the most beautiful cities situated in the valley of the Mtkvari River (Kura), surrounded by hills. Explore the old town, Narikala Fortress, whose history dates to the 4th century, and the district of sulfur baths.
- Mtskheta – the first capital of Georgia listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where Georgia adopted Christianity (326 AD), often called “Little Jerusalem” with the majestic Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery – built in the 6th century, offering a beautiful view of Mtskheta and the intersecting rivers Mtkvari (Kura) and Aragvi.
- Georgian Military Road – one of the most spectacular mountain routes with the Cross Pass (2,395 m above sea level) and the Ananuri Fortress located on the Zhinvali Reservoir
- Stepantsminda – a city among the High Caucasus Mountains with the Tsminda Sameba temple located against the background of the majestic Mount Prometheus – Kazbek 5054 m above sea level.
- full-day off-road to the Truso Valley and an outdoor picnic with local shepherds
- Uplistsikhe – the oldest rock city in Georgia, where the first traces of settlement date back to 2,000 years ago. BC one of the most important trading points on the Silk Road
- Kutaisi – the third largest city in Georgia, known from mythology with the story of the Argonauts and the search for the golden fleece. The capital of the Imereti region with a charming old town and the majestic Bagrati Cathedral 1003. rising above the city.
- Batumi – also called “little Dubai”, the second largest city and the capital of the Adjara region. The Black Sea pearl of Georgia, which fascinates everyone with its views of the sea and mountains
Price includes
- preparation and development of a detailed program, supervision of its implementation
- air-conditioned coach/minibus transfers to and from the airport
- mineral water on the coach 0.5L/person per day
- guarantee of providing a replacement coach/minibus in the event of a breakdown
- reservations and check-in at hotels or guesthouses
- organization of a supra at a private vineyard, with Tamada, Georgian toasts and local wine
- off-road vehicles on the trip route
- meals: two meals a day (breakfasts, hearty Georgian dinners)
- drinks: mineral water, coffee and tea, wine with dinner in restaurants
- care of an English-speaking guide
Price does not include
- plane ticket
- own expenses
- admission tickets
- additional meals during the day (lunch)
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