Cultural Tour of Georgia: Heritage, Landscapes, Traditional Food etc. 5 Days

Day 1 · Arrival, City Tour as per preference of visitor and time available

1. 1

   Tbilisi

   2 hours

   Arrival. Meeting at the Tbilisi Airport. Transfer to the hotel. Free time to rest.

2. 2

   Old Town Tbilisi

   one hour

   Narikala ais an ancient fortress overlooking Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, and the Kura River. The fortress consists of two walled sections on a steep hill between the sulphur baths and the botanical gardens of Tbilisi. Take the cable car to Narikala Fortress to enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the city.

3. 3

   Metekhi Cathedral

   one hour

   Metekhi is a historic neighborhood of Tbilisi, Georgia, located on the elevated cliff that overlooks the Mtkvari river.

4. 4

   Rike Park

   one hour

   Rike park is considered to be the youngest recreational area in Tbilisi. It is situated on the left bank of the river Mtkvari and already has become a popular place for both local and international visitors. You will have an opportunity to experience air baloon.

Overnight in the apartment/ 3*hotel

Day 2 · Kakheti Tour

1. 1

   Stop 1

   2 hours Admission not included

   The complex in Tsinandali embraces the memorial house, a landscape garden, a historical winery, wine cellar, hotel and a café. The vineyards have been restored and wine production has resumed. We offer you a pleasurable and informative experience: you will look into the background of the noble Chavchavadze family, who played a significant part in the national history; enjoy the views of the garden, have a look at the winery and sample the “Tsinandali” (first produced by the Chavchavadzes) etc.

2. 2

   Bodbe Monastery of St. Nino

   one hour

   The monastery of St. Nino is located in the village of Bodbe, in the Sighnaghi region, Kakheti. The territory of the monastery is decorated with flower beds and bushes, vineyards and a healing spring. The history of the monastery is closely connected with the adoption of Christianity.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   2 hours

   Sighnaghi is also called the ‘City of Love’ and stands strong as an alternative and offbeat place to visit in the Caucasus. Sighnaghi wall with the length of about 5 kilometers and 23 towers was built in King Erekle II's times in 1770s. Sighnaghi Wall is still considered to be one of the most important historic monuments in Kakheti and throughout Georgia.

Overnight in the apartment/ 3*hotel

Day 3 · Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Jvari – Tbilisi

1. 1

   Jvari Monastery

   40 min

   You will visit the Jvari temple built in the 7th century on a historical mountain overlooking the main Caucasian Jvari range - one of the most important temples of Georgia. It is located high on the mountain above Mtskheta. From its territory opens the famous landscape of the confluence of two rivers – Aragvi and Kura.

2. 2

   Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

   40 min

   Svetitskhoveli Cathedral: known as the burial site of Christ’s robe and the second largest church building in the country.

3. 3

   Samtavro Church

   40 min

   Samtavro Monastery is a Georgian Orthodox Christian monastery complex that combines Samtavro Transfiguration Church and Nunnery of St. Nino in Mtskheta, Georgia. Built presumably in the 4th century by the King Mirian III, and reconstructed in the 11th century by King George I and Catholicos-Patriarch Melchizedek I, Samtavro is an important Early and High Medieval historical and architectural monument and was inscribed on the UNESCO

4. 4

   Tbilisi Holy Trinity Cathedral

   30 min

   The Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi, commonly known as Sameba, is the main cathedral of the Georgian Orthodox Church located in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. Constructed between 1995 and 2004, it is the third-tallest Eastern Orthodox cathedral in the world and one of the largest religious buildings in the world by total area.

5. 5

   Sulfur Bath No 5

   30 min Admission not included

   Sulphur baths district: It is the most historic part of the city, as according to legend, it was the sulphur springs that enticed King Vakhtang Georgasali to settle the land and declare it the new capital city in the 5thcentury AD

6. 6

   Jan Shardeni Street

   one hour

   Shardeni Street is one of the most popular and beautiful streets in Tbilisi, with many cafes, clubs, little art salons, and galleries. This street is so well known that no guest that travels to Georgia leaves this country without visiting Shardeni Street. The street was named Shardeni, in honor of the French traveler Jean Chardin.

Overnight in the apartment/ 3*hotel

Day 4 · Tbilisi – Zhinvali – Ananuri – Gudauri - Tbilisi

1. 1

   Zhinvali Dam

   2 hours

   Zhinvali: We begin the day by visiting Zhinvali water reservoir. Zhinvali dam was built in 1980’s because Tbilisi was growing rapidly and needed a new water supply. As a result we have a beautiful lake, where we stop to enjoy the stunning views of the water and surrounding colorful forests. [Kayaking]

2. 2

   Ananuri fortress complex

   one hour

   Afterwards, we’ll continue to explore the famous 17th century Ananuri Fortress, known for its haunting history. Attacked many times throughout the centuries, it still stands strong and attracts each and every guest.

3. 3

   Gudauri

   2 hours

   Then we’ll head up the breathtaking military highway of Georgia to Gudauri, where we’ll see the Friendship Monument. Here you’ll also have a chance to have an unforgettable experience of [Paragliding over the Caucasus Mountains].

Overnight in the apartment/ 3*hotel

Day 5 · Departure

1. 1

   Tbilisi

   2 hours

   Tbilisi City Tour, as per time permits to cover missed attractions from Day 1 & Day 2

2. 2

   Tbilisi

   Passing by

   You can have free time till your flight. Transfer to the Airport if required.