Tbilisi Trip Overview
Exploration of Georgia follows the Great Silk Road, and introduces the combination of Georgian culture, history and nature to its visitors. Participants of this tour will be able to sightsee the capital of Georgia – Tbilisi, museum of Joseph Stalin in Gori town, Kutaisi city and Imereti region in the western part of Georgia, the cave sites of Uplistsikhe and Prometheus, and traditional Georgian wine-making region Kakheti in the east.
Additional Info
Duration: 6 days
Starts: Tbilisi, Georgia
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Tbilisi, Georgia, Georgia
Exploration of Georgia follows the Great Silk Road, and introduces the combination of Georgian culture, history and nature to its visitors. Participants of this tour will be able to sightsee the capital of Georgia – Tbilisi, museum of Joseph Stalin in Gori town, Kutaisi city and Imereti region in the western part of Georgia, the cave sites of Uplistsikhe and Prometheus, and traditional Georgian wine-making region Kakheti in the east.
Itinerary
Day 1: Tbilisi Sightseeing
Stop At: Tsminda Sameba Cathedral, Elia Hill, Tbilisi Georgia
Holy Trinity Cathedral (Sameba). Sameba was constructed between 1995 and 2004 and presents a mix of medieval styles of Georgian church architecture.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Metekhi Cathedral, Metekhi St, Tbilisi Georgia
Metekhi church of 13th c. overlooking Mtkvari River. Nearby the church stands the monument of the King Vakhtang I Gorgasali (or Vakhtang the Wolf Head) the founder of Tbilisi as the capital of Georgia.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Narikala Fortress, Tbilisi Georgia
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Abanotubani, Abano St, Tbilisi Georgia
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Sioni Cathedral Church, 3, Sioni Street Old Town, Tbilisi Georgia
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Anchiskhati Basilica, Loane Shavteli, Tbilisi Georgia
Anchiskhati basilica, one of the oldest church in Tbilisi dating from 6th c.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Georgian National Museum, 3, Rustaveli Ave, Tbilisi 0105 Georgia
Georgian National Museumn houses the Collection of Treasures including large number of unique artefacts from the second half of the 3rd millennium BC through 19th century AD. The collection features gold and silver jewelry from pre-Christian period.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Tbilisi 3 * hotel
Day 2: Tbilisi – Gori – Uplistsikhe – Kutaisi
Stop At: Stalin Museum, 32 Stalin Avenue Stalin Park, Gori 1400 Georgia
The museum and house of Joseph Stalin, located in Gori town, where he was born. The museum was established in mid of 20th c. and presents items related to Soviet dictator’s life.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Uplistsiche Cave Town, Kvakhvreli 15 km Eastwards to Town Gori, Gori 1423 Georgia
Uplistskhe is a rock-cut town covering 8 ha. The history of the city dates back to 2 – 1st millennium BC.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Bagrati Cathedral, Bagrati Street, Kutaisi 4600 Georgia
Drive to the west through Rikoti pass and Arrive in Kutaisi. Visit Bagrati Cathedral – a masterpiece of medieval Georgian church architecture. The cathedral is named after the King Bagrat the Third, the first King of united Georgia. Built in the 11th century, the cathedral stands on a hill and dominates the city of Kutaisi.
Duration: 40 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Kutaisi 3* hotel
Day 3: Kutaisi tour
Stop At: Road to Gelati Monastery, Motsameta, Kutaisi 4600 Georgia
Gelati Academy and Monastery of 12th c. built during the reign of David the Builder – one of the most prominent kings of Georgia. Gelati was a cultural center preserving lots of murals and manuscripts from 12th-17th cc.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Motsameta Monastery, Tbilisi, Motsameta, Kutaisi 0172 Georgia
Motsameta monastery (“the monastery of martyrs”) constructed on the execution place of Georgian martyrs. The monastery dates back to 10th c. and was rebuilt in 19th c.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Prometheus Cave, Kumistavi Georgia
Visit Prometheus caves with astonishing stalactites and stalagmites. A 1.2 km long underground trail has 16 caves in total, only 6 are accessible for public. The tour is accompanied with a light show and classic music.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Kutaisi Market, Phallashvili Street, Kutaisi 4600 Georgia
Visit the farmer’s bazaar, here locals sell fresh fruit and vegetables and famous Imeretian cheese. Take an evening walk in Kutaisi city center.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Kutaisi 3* hotel
Day 4: Kutaisi – Mtskheta – Tbilisi
Stop At: Mtskheta, Mtskheta, Mtskheta-Mtianeti Region
Mtskheta was the capital of Eastern Georgia up until 5th c. Archaeologists discovered remains of the city dating back to 1000 year BC. Mtskheta is a popular tourist destination and houses two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Svetitskhoveli Cathedral of 12th c. and Jvari monastery.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Arsukidze, Mtskheta 3300 Georgia
Svetitskhoveli 12th century is considered as a sacred place since it is said to contain the robe of Jesus Christ buried in underneath the cathedral.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Jvari Church, Mtskheta Georgia
Jvari monastery 6th century, gives you the opportunity to witness the confluence of Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Tbilisi 3* hotel
Day 5: Tbilisi – Sighnaghi – Tsinandali – Tbilisi
Stop At: Bodbe Monastery of St. Nino, Signagi Georgia
Drive to Kakheti – a region known for its wine-making traditions. First stop is Bodbe Nunnery of 9th c. – a place where St. Nino Georgian female evangelist’s relics are shrine.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Sighnaghi, Sighnaghi, Kakheti Region
Signagi – a small town, surrounded with 18th c. defensive structures. Take a walk in Signagi.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Tsinandali Palace, Tsinandali village, Tsinandali Georgia
Visit the house-museum of Kakheti nobleman Alexandre Chavchavadze, poet and founder of the first enoteca (wine library) in Georgia. Have excursion at the residence, English-French garden and wine cellar located in the museum with a glass of famous Tsinandali wine.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Shumi Winery, Kakheti 42, Tsinandali 2217 Georgia
Take a guided tour at small wine museum and taste of 3 wine varieties with light snacks.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Tbilisi 3* hotel
Day 6: Tbilisi – Departure
Pass By: Tbilisi, Tbilisi
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out time untill 12:00 pm. End of service.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
