- 5 DAYS AND 4 NIGHTS
- AVAILABILITY - AS PER YOUR SCHEDULE
At the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Georgia is a combination of uniqueness and diversity. Although a small country, you can find here the Caucasus Mountain range, Black Sea coastline, curative climate and mineral waters, national parks and UNESCO Heritage Sites, ancient history, diverse culture and traditions, delicious cuisine, rich wine culture and last but not least, the world-famous Georgian hospitality.
DAY 1 - ARRIVAL IN TBILISI
- Arrival at Tbilisi international airport
- Driver will meet you and transfer from the airport to the hotel in Tbilisi (30-minute drive)
- Check in to the hotel (before 15:00 upon availability)
- Free time
- Overnight in Tbilisi
DAY 2 - TBILSI CITY TOUR
- Breakfast at the hotel
- 11:00 am. Proceed for Tbilisi City Tour (duration 4-5 hours)
- Old Tbilisi tour is mostly walking Tour
- Here we will visit the below landmarks:
- Sameba – Holy Trinity Cathedral
- Abanotubani – the ancient district of Tbilisi, known for its sulfuric baths.
- Narikala Fortress – you can notice this place from many sides of Tbilisi. Overlooking the Mtkvari River, Narikala offers stunning views on the city. You can enjoy a cable car ride to or from the area of Narikala.
- Kartlis Deda (the mother of Georgia) – proudly overlooking the city, 20m aluminum woman is the symbol of the city
- Metekhi – historical neighborhood of Tbilisi, located on the elevated cliff that overlooks the Mtkvari River.
- Rike Park – one of the newest parks located in the heart of Tbilisi. It leads us to the famous – Bridge of Peace – bow-shaped pedestrian bridge, a steel and glass construction illuminated with numerous LEDs, over the Kura River in downtown Tbilisi.
- Once we take lots of pictures and enjoy the area of old town, we drive to Visiting Chronicles of Georgia. It chronicles Georgia’s history. The top part of the statue features the kings and queens of Georgia. The lower part portrays the life of Christ. The dark sculpture can be seen all the way from the highway
- Transfer back to the hotel
- Overnight in Tbilisi
DAY 3 - ANANURI-GUDAURI-KAZBEGI TOUR
- Breakfast at the Hotel.
- 10:00 am. Proceed for Ananuri Gudauri and Kazbegi Tour. (duration 8-9 hours)
- The route will take over the Georgian Military Highway up North, towards the border with Russia. Your first stop will be Jhinvali Water reservoir created during the soviet era, promptly continuing to Ananuri complex, a former residence of Argveti Dukes. The complex features churches and towers dating back to the 16-17th centuries, beautifully overlooking the Jhinvali reservoir. Continue your drive to see the conjunction of two small mountain rivers famous for the fact that being different in color they still keep their own colors even after merge. Continuing way to Gudauri Ski Resort, where you can enjoy the Winter Sports during winter or be more adventurous and experience Paragliding in every season with local professionals. Afterwards, We will then drive over the Cross Pass and make a short stop at the Soviet-era “People’s Friendship” mountain view point overlooking a deep gorge of Caucasus mountain range and on the way to Town of Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) we will pass by the beautiful Travertine in Kazbegi National Park. After arriving to Kazbegi, we will change our vehicle to a four- wheel drive car to reach Gergeti Holy Trinity Church located on altitude of 2170 meters, and enjoy breathtaking views of Mt Kazbegi.
- Transfer back to the hotel
Overnight in Tbilisi
DAY 4 - KAKHETI TOUR
- Breakfast at the hotel
- 10:00 am. Proceed for Kakheti Tour (duration 5 – 6 hours)
- The Monastery of St. Nino at Bodbe is a Georgian Orthodox monastic complex originally built in the 9th century, it has been significantly remodeled, especially in the 17th century. The monastery now functions as a nunnery and is one of the major pilgrimage sites in Georgia, due to its association with St. Nino, the 4th- century female evangelist of Georgians, whose relics are shrined there.
- Sighnaghi is endowed with significant historic and cultural heritage sites. Its charming cobblestone streets and alleys, restored original nouveau woodwork, and detailed facades give the town a romantic mystique.The town sits atop a bluff overlooking the Alazani Valley, which is one of Georgia’s most famous wine-producing regions. Stunning view of the Alazani Valley make Sighnaghi one of Georgia’s most attractive small towns.
Transfer back to Tbilisi
DAY 5 - DEPARTURE
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Check out from the hotel and transfer to Tbilisi airport
- Departure to Home Country
- 4 nights at chosen hotel in Tbilisi BB base
- Private Tours and transfers by sedan or minivan car
- English speaking driver cum guide (one person)
- Tbilisi cable car (round trip)
- 4×4 Gergtei ride in Kazbegi
- Flight tickets
- Early check in / late check out
- Lunch / dinner
- Travel insurance
- Separate guide
- Visa
- Tips
- Personal expenses or any entrance ticket which is not mentioned in program