7-Day Georgian Highlights Tour from Tbilisi, Tbilisi

About this activity

Enjoy sightseeing in Tbilisi, travel to Kartli region and visit the ancient caves of Uplistsikhe (dated back to the 1st millennium BC). In Kartli explore more sites: Mtskheta town – the former capital of Eastern Georgian kingdom Iberia, Svetitskhoveli cathedral 11th c and Jvari monastery 6th c. Mtskheta sites are under UNESCO protection. The town represents the most secret place as Christ’s robe is burred here. Free yourself and feel the wild beauty of Mtiuleti and Khevi (Kazbegi) mountains. Visit Borjomi Spa town and taste its mineral sparkling water. Explore the cultural heritage of Samtskhe-Javakheti region.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 days
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Georgian Holidays

Ages: Infants (0–6 years) · Children (7–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Overnights in 3* hotels: 3 nights Tbilisi; 1 night Gudauri, 1 night Akhaltsikhe, 1 night Vardzia 4*
Included: 1 x local jeep in Kazbegi on day: 3;
Included: English-speaking Guide-Driver service all days except day 7
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: Bottled water
Included: Dinner
Included: Breakfast
Included: Air conditioned comfortable car all days except day 7

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Travel insurance
Not included: Tbilisi Airport transfers
Not included: Visa Fees
Not included: Accommodation in a single room
Not included: Lunches & Dinners unless mentioned

Itinerary

Day 1 · Tbilisi City Tour

Tbilisi Holy Trinity Cathedral

one hour

Trinity cathedral (1995-2004) the highest church in Georgia, where thousands of children are baptized every year.
Jan Shardeni Street

30 min

Walk to Shardeni Street and enjoy sightseeing of tiny sculptures scattered around the streets.
Sioni Cathedral Church

30 min

Sioni cathedral, the former seat of patriarch, also stands here. The cathedral was first established in 6th-7th cc., but was destroyed and rebuilt several times throughout the centuries. The present cathedral dates back to 13th c.
Narikala Fortress

30 min Admission included

Drive to Narikala fortress by cable car and enjoy the views of the city from the top. The fortress was first built in 4th c. AD and was known as Shuris Tsikhe (translates as Invidious Fortress). Present structures date from 7th c. and 12th c.
Abanotubani

2 hours

Stroll down to the old city and visit Tbilisi Mosque, the only surviving one dating back to 18th c. Continue to Legvtakhevi (Fig ravine), visit waterfall nearby and take a walk towards Sulfur bathhouse district. Bathhouse is one of the oldest districts in Tbilisi. Some of the baths date back to 17th-19th cc. and are built on natural hot water springs. Take a walk on Meidan square, Sharden and Erekle II streets with lots of cafes, bars and pubs, souvenir shops and art galleries.

Overnight in Tbilisi 3* hotel

Day 2 · Tbilisi - Mtskheta - Ananuri - Gudauri

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

one hour

Drive to Mtskheta - ancient capital of Georgia to visit UNESCO sites: Jvari monastery 6th c and Svetitskhoveli cathedral 11th c. Considered as Georgian architectural wonder, Svetitskhoveli preserves the robe of Jesus Christ.
Jvari Monastery

40 min

Jvari monastery stands on the hill of the mountain that overlooks the city. You have the unique opportunity to see confluence of two rivers – Aragvi and Mktvari.
Ananuri fortress complex

40 min

Ananuri Architectural Complex 16-17th cc. The complex comprises churches, fortification and residential buildings and was one a seat local Dukes

Dinner at the hotel

Overnight in Gudauri 3* hotel

Day 3 · Gudauri - Stepantstminda (Kazbegi )- Tbilisi

Gergeti Trinity Church

5 hours

Full day exploration of high Caucasus Mountain. Reach 2395 m level on the Cross Pass, where we can make several stops to taste the mineral water and observe snowy peaks of mountains. Visit top of Mount Gergeti, Holy Trinity Church 14th c. standing on the top of Stephantsminda and at the same time under the foothills of magnificent peak Kazbegi (5033m)

Overnight in Tbilisi 3* hotel

Day 4 · Tbilisi - Gori - Uplitsikhe - Borjomi - Akhaltsikhe

Stalin Museum

one hour Admission included

The museum houses a collection of private items that belonged to the Soviet Dictator - Joseph Stalin.
Uplistsiche Cave Town

1 h 30 min Admission included

Uplistsikhe cave town – one of the oldest inhabited places of Georgia. It dates back to early Iron Ages. The town is cut out from rock with secret tunnels and passes connecting ancient chambers and halls.
Borjomi Central Park

2 hours Admission included

Borjomi – a town famous for mineral sparkling water. The artesian springs are fed by waters coming from glaciers and it rises to the surface without pumping. You can taste Borjomi mineral sparkling water and walk through Borjomi-Kharagauli national park – one of the largest protected areas in Europe that covers 5300 sq. km. The place is unique because of ecological and geographical zones, historical sites, and wildlife.

Overnight in Akhaltsikhe 3* hotel

Day 5 · Akhaltsikhe - Vardzia

Rabati Castle

2 hours Admission included

Rabati Castle is a Fortress in Akhaltsikhe, established in the 9th century and later rebuilt by the ottomans.
Vardzia

2 hours Admission included

Vardzia is a rock-hewn complex on the left bank of the river Mtkvari. It was founded in the 12-13th cc, during the reign of Giorgi III and his daughter Queen Tamar. Initially planned as a town-fortress, the complex became a well-fortified monastery that had a significant role in a political, cultural and spiritual life of Georgia.

Overnight in Akhaltsikhe 3* hotels or Vardzia 4* upon availability

Day 6 · Vardzia - Tsalka - Tbilisi

Stop 1

4 hours

Drive to Tbilisi via lakes Sagamo, Paravani and Tsalka.

Overnight in Tbilisi 3* hotel

Day 7 · Tbilisi

Tbilisi

Passing by

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out untill 12:00 pm. End of service.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel M9
DejaVu Hotel
Siberia Hotel
Mia B&B Old Tbilisi
Artists Residence in Tbilisi
Gvino Minda Hotel
Apartment Rustaveli Opera
TbiliSee Hotel
Astoria Hotel
Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace
Dream Hill Terrace
Burusa

and 505 more pickup points

Your centrally located Tbilisi hotel

Using your ticket

A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. Women either must wear a dress below knees or have a cover up fabric (You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements)
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel	You get back
At least 6 days before	100%
At least 2 days before	50%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Options

Tour Price - Double Room

Shared twin/double room: Price is based on the shared Double/Twin rooms

Note: The group is "Guaranteed to run" after 4 people book the tour.

Pickup included
Tour price - Single room

Single room : The price includes accommodation in single rooms.

Note: The group is "Guaranteed to run" after 4 people book the tour.

Pickup included