5 Days Private Tours Including Hotels

Itinerary

DAY 1 Transfer from Airport & Tbilisi Walking tour

During the day, we take you to various fascinating and hidden places in this charming city. We visit famous sights of Tbilisi such as Metekhi Cathedral, Monument of Vakhtang Gorgasali, cable car, the statue of Mother of Georgia, Narikala fortress, sulfur baths district, Leghvtakhevi Waterfall, Shardeni Street, Sioni Church, Anchiskhati Church, the Clock Tower of the Puppet Theater Rezo Gabriadze, Bridge of Peace, etc. First, our journey begins with a nice walk through the old street to Metekhi Church. Then you listen to the great history of the foundation of Tbilisi. Next, we cross the Bridge of Peace through Europe Square and Rike Park and go to the unique Clock Tower of Rezo Gabriadze Puppet Theater. Also, you learn the story about Anchiskhati Church and visit Sioni Cathedral with the most beautiful frescoes. After we see the statue of the Toastmaster and by cable car, we go up to Mother of Georgia’s Monument and take stunning pictures of Tbilisi. With a rich history, this romantic city attracts hundreds of thousands of travelers from all over the world. The beauty of the mountain region and distinctive Georgian culture inspired many famous writers, artists, and poets to dedicate their fabulous creations to Georgia. From there, we continue our tour to Narikala Fortress, visit the mosque and through Leghvtakhevi gorge, get to Leghvtakhevi waterfall. Finally, we take memorable photos and continue our road to the sulfur baths district along the Bridge of Love. On the way, you enjoy impressive views of the “Leghvtakhevi” gorge. At the end of the tour, we taste local wine and study some Georgian toasts.

DAY 2 Tbilisi-Uplistsikhe-Gori-Jvari Monastery-Mtskheta-Svetitskhoveli

Departure time: 09:00 End time: 19:00-19:30 Duration: 10 hours - 09:00 - Your Experience Has Just Started!

- 11:00 Uplistsikhe Cave-town Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Uplistsikhe is an antique rock-hewn town in eastern Georgia. It was built on a left bank of the Mtkvari River, contains multiple structures dating from the Early Iron Age to the Late Middle Ages, and is notable for the unique mixture of various rock-cut cultures from Anatolia and Iran coexistence of pagan and Christian architecture.

- 13:00 Lunch in a Local Restaurant Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes Unique possibility to feel as native. Visit a local restaurant and enjoy , traditional, delicious food.

- 14:45 Stalin Museum Or Free Time In Gori (Optional) Duration: 1 hour Stalin Museum is a museum dedicated to the life of Joseph Stalin, the leader of the Soviet Union, who was born in Gori. The Museum retains its Soviet-era characteristics, Stalin's Original house and Stalin's railway carriage. In Case Of Free Time in Gori (Optional) Discover the city Gori, populated since the early Bronze Age. The fortress of Gori (Goris Tsikhe) appears to have been in use already in the 7th century, and archaeological evidence indicates an urban community in Classical Antiquity. According to medieval Georgian annals, King David IV founded Gori. In the 2008 Russo-Georgian war, the town came under aerial attack by the Russian air force from the outset of the conflict.

- 16:35 Jvari Monastery Duration: 30 minutes The name of this monastery is translated as the "Monastery of the Cross." Jvari Monastery is the 6th-century Georgian Orthodox monastery near Mtskheta. Along with other historic structures of Mtskheta, it is listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO. Jvari Monastery stands on the rocky mountain top at the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers, overlooking the town of Mtskheta, which was formerly the capital of the kingdom of Iberia.

- 17:25 Svetitskhoveli in Mtskheta Duration: 1 hour Mtskheta, one of the oldest cities in Georgia, was founded by the ancient Meschian tribes in the 5th century. UNESCO recognizes it as a World Heritage site due to its historical significance and several cultural monuments. It was the capital of the early Georgian Kingdom of Iberia from the 3rd century BC to the 5th century AD. However, Mtskheta remained to serve as the coronation and burial place for most kings of Georgia until the 19th century. Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (literally the Cathedral of the Living Pillar) is currently the second-largest church in Georgia (after the Holy Trinity cathedral). Known as the burial site of Christ's robe, Svetitskhoveli has been one of the principal Georgian Orthodox churches and is among the region's most venerated places of worship.

DAY 3 Tbilisi-Zhinvali Dam-Ananuri-Gudauri-Kazbegi-Tbilisi

Departure time: 09:00 End time: 21:00-21:30 Duration: 12 hours Explore Kazbegi and Gergeti Trinity Church, surrounded by magical mountain peaks and stunning valleys. Discover the spectacular slopes of Gudauri and travel in the history of the Ananuri Fortress.

- 09:00 Congratulations! Your experience has just started!

- 10:10 Jinvali Water Reservoir Duration: 20 minutes Jinvali Water Reservoir, also known as a lake, is located on the Georgian Military Highway. Soviets constructed the dam in the 1980s—a wonderful place to take amazing pictures

. 10:40 Ananuri Fortress Complex Duration: 1 hour Ananuri Fortress dates to the XVI-XVII centuries and is situated on the foreland by the Aragvi River. Ananuri was a castle and seat of the Eristavis (Dukes) of Aragvi, a feudal dynasty that ruled the area from the 13th century. The fortress was the scene of numerous battles. The fortress remained in use until the beginning of the 19th century. In 2007, the complex was on the tentative list for inclusion into the UNESCO World Heritage Site program. Ananuri is a perfect place for landscape photography, and there are stunning views of the fortress and Jinvali Reservoir.

- 12:00 Lunch Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes We have lunch in a pleasant atmosphere to try many different traditional Georgian dishes. 14:30 Gudauri View Point (Friendship Monument of Georgian and Russian People) Duration: 45 minutes Friendship Monument of Georgian and Russian people was built in 1983 to celebrate the bicentennial of the Treaty of Georgievsk and the ongoing friendship between Soviet Georgia and Soviet Russia. Located on the Georgian Military Highway between the ski resort town of Gudauri and the Jvari Pass, the monument is a large round stone arch and concrete structure overlooking the Devil's Valley in the Caucasus mountains. Gudauri is a ski resort located in the heart of the Caucasus Mountains. It belongs to Stepantsminda district (2,200 meters above sea level), with a skiing area enjoying maximum exposure to the sun. In addition, the resort takes you on a whole new life as a fabulous sightseeing destination with fresh air.

- 16:00 Arrive in Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) and depart to Gergeti Trinity Church After arriving in Kazbegi, we need to change the transport and hire a local driver with a 4WD car to take us to Gergeti Trinity Church. Local drivers wait for 30 minutes at the church and take us back to our transport. 16:30 Gergeti Trinity Church Duration: 30 minutes Gergeti Trinity Church is a popular name for Holy Trinity Church near Gergeti village. The church's location is the right bank of the Chkheri river under Kazbegi Mountain, 2170 meters above sea level. Gergeti Trinity Church was built in the 14th century, and this is the only cross-cupola church in Khevi province. In times of danger, precious relics from Mtskheta, including Saint Nino’s Cross, were brought here for safekeeping. During the Soviet Era, soviets prohibited religious services, but the church remained a popular tourist destination. The church is an active establishment of the Georgian Orthodox and Apostolic Church. You will get an epic panoramic view of the whole valley from the church. Due to the church’s isolation in the steep mountainous area full of nature remains Georgia's most iconic tourist attraction. You will be impressed with the view of Mount Kazbegi, which is 5047 meters above sea level.

- 17:30 The Rooms Hotel Kazbegi Duration: 30 minutes Rooms Hotel Kazbegi is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Stepantsminda, offering a luxury environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. The Rooms Kazbegi's stylish restaurant serves international cuisine, decorated with wooden furnishings. Guests can read a book and drink in the lobby bar, while meals can be enjoyed on the terrace with the mountain view.

- 18:00 Departure from the Rooms Hotel Kazbegi to Tbilisi 21:00

DAY 4 Tbilisi-Badiauri-Bodbe-Sighnaghi-Kindzmarauli Winery-Khareba Winery

Departure time: 09:00 End time: 21:00- 21:30 Duration: 12 hours

- 09:00 Congratulations! Your experience has just started!

- 10:20 Badiauri, Traditional Bakery Duration: 40 minutes Badiauri Bakery is a place where you are welcome to taste delicious Georgian bread, cheese, and Chacha. Try to make traditional Georgian bread by yourself and be amazed by a unique way of baking. - 11:45 Bodbe's St. Nino's Convent Duration: 40 minutes After Badiauri, we go to Bodbe Nunnery. On the way to Bodbe, we stop at the viewpoint of Sighnaghi and take amazing pictures. Bodbe Nunnery of St. Nino is located in Kakheti, 2 kilometers away from Sighnaghi. According to the legend, it is built on the burial place of Saint Nino. A saint for Georgians who converted their religion into Christianity. Georgian kings were paying great attention to the Bodbe Monastery. It has been repaired and restored many times.

- 12:30 Sighnaghi – the City of Love and the Great Wall of Georgia Duration: 1 hour Signagi is a town in Kakheti, 75 km east of Tbilisi. The Great Wall of Georgia has stunning views for taking pictures, and the city is surrounded by it. However, Georgia's smallest towns serve as a popular tourist destination due to their location at Georgia's winegrowing region's heart, picturesque landscapes, pastel houses with wooden fretwork balconies, and narrow cobblestone streets.

- 13:30 Lunch & free time in Sighnaghi Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes. In Sighnaghi, we have lunch with the beautiful view of Alazani valley. Try many delicious Georgian dishes. Eating Georgian food, drinking some good wine, and looking at Alazani valley from the top is a great experience that must be done while in Georgia.

- 16:10 Khareba Winery Duration: 1 hour and 10 minutes Winery Khareba is the largest of Georgia’s wine cellars. There are perfect storage conditions for wine, 7,7 km of tunnels, and galleries maintaining a constant temperature of 12-14 degrees 0C. You have a walking tour with a local guide where you’ll find out more information and details about wine and taste it. The complex has an excellent museum in the tunnel you see during the tour.

- 17:30 Kindzmarauli Corporation Duration: 1 hour and 10 minutes Corporation Kindzmarauli's history dates back to 1533 and is connected with constructing the historical Kvareli fortress in the region. The fortress's wine cellar produced wine and molasses exclusively for the royal families for much of its history and now has opened to the broader local and international market

DAY 5 Transfer to Tbilisi Airport

After all the tours you can choose any day you want to have a transfer back to Tbilisi International Airport.

What's included

Accommodation 3*

A guide service

A bottle of water

Wine tasting in Tbilisi

Cable car

Georgian Pie

Georgian Lemonade

Transportation service

Transfer service Private - Transfer from Tbilisi Airport to a hotel

Transfer service - Private Transfer from a hotel to Tbilisi Airport

Wine tasting - in Khareba Winery

Wine tasting - in Kindzmarauli Winery

Entry/Admission - Tunnel Winery Khareba's

Entry/Admission - Kindzmarauli Corporation Wine House