Tbilisi Trip Overview
This tour is the best way for first-time visitors to explore the beauty of Georgia. After you land at Tbilisi Airport, we will make sure that you won’t lose time by thinking of what to do next.
We will pick you up from Tbilisi International Airport. On the same day, we have a morning/evening walking tour (according to the arrival time) to feel the beauty of Tbilisi.
The next day we have an adventure in Kakheti region to feel Georgia as the Cradle of Wine. where you have a unique opportunity to taste some Georgian wines and dishes.
On the 3rd day we have a PCR in Tbilisi and we visit UNESCO sites like Ancient Capital of Georgia – Mtkheta, Jvari Church and Uplistsikhe. Also, we go to Joseph Stalin’s Museum in Gori.
On the fourth day we go from Tbilisi to the Caucasus mountains with its amazing views. During this tour, you also have a chance to have an unforgettable experience of paragliding over the Caucasus mountains.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Tbilisi, Georgia
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Tbilisi, Georgia, Georgia
This tour is the best way for first-time visitors to explore the beauty of Georgia. After you land at Tbilisi Airport, we will make sure that you won’t lose time by thinking of what to do next.
We will pick you up from Tbilisi International Airport. On the same day, we have a morning/evening walking tour (according to the arrival time) to feel the beauty of Tbilisi.
The next day we have an adventure in Kakheti region to feel Georgia as the Cradle of Wine. where you have a unique opportunity to taste some Georgian wines and dishes.
On the 3rd day we have a PCR in Tbilisi and we visit UNESCO sites like Ancient Capital of Georgia – Mtkheta, Jvari Church and Uplistsikhe. Also, we go to Joseph Stalin’s Museum in Gori.
On the fourth day we go from Tbilisi to the Caucasus mountains with its amazing views. During this tour, you also have a chance to have an unforgettable experience of paragliding over the Caucasus mountains.
Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Tbilisi international Airport, Tbilisi walking tour.
Stop At: Tbilisi, Tbilisi
We are glad to meet you at Tbilisi International Airport. You are not alone here. Your friendly driver is here to take you to your doorstep safely and comfortably.
After the drop-off, you will rest after the flight. Later we will take you on the morning/evening Walking tour (According to the time of your arrival).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Rike Park, The left bank of the Mtkvari River, Tbilisi Georgia
Rike park is a beautiful, one of the most new artistically appointed park in the heart of the city. it’s very important, that the whole park, if seen from a bird’s eye view, creates a large-scale map of Georgia, as well as the meandering pathways from the borders depict various regions of Georgia. This park is located on the left bank of the Mtkvari River.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Monument of King Vakhtang Gorgasali, Tbilisi Georgia
Vakhtang ruled Georgia in V Century. The name “Gorgasali” was given to him by the Persians, it means – “Wolf Head”. He was an outstanding reformer and has reigned for 45 years! He ascended to the throne at the young age of 15, nevertheless went into history as one of the most celebrated kings of Georgia and a legendary and fearless leader. He is recognized as a saint by the orthodox church of Georgia and well-known founder of Tbilisi city
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kartlis Deda, On the top of Sololaki hill, Tbilisi Georgia
Mother of Georgia as known Kartlis Deda is a monument in Georgia’s capital Tbilisi. The statue symbolizes the Georgian national character: in her left hand she holds a bowl of wine to greet those who come as friends, and in her right hand is a sword to fight those who come as enemies.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Narikala Fortress, Tbilisi Georgia
According the history the structure was established in the 4th century as a Sasanian citadel called Shuris-tsikhe ( “Invidious Fort”). It was considerably expanded by the Umayyads in the 7th century and later, by king David the Builder (1089–1125). The Mongols renamed it “Narin Qala” (i.e., “Little Fortress”). Most of extant fortifications date from the 16th and 17th centuries. In 1827, parts of the fortress were damaged by an earthquake and demolished. Guests can walk around the castle. From Narikala Fortress you can see two extremely different views. On the one side of the wall you can see a busy, hestic city and on the other side a quiet, peaceful forest known as the Botanical Garden.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Abanotubani, Abano St, Tbilisi Georgia
From Narikala fortress we will walk down to Abanotubani. According to legend, this place became the reason for the founding of Tbilisi in the 5th century AD. Sulfur water flows naturally from the soil in the Abanotubani area and supplies about 3,000,000 liters of water daily and its average temperature is 47 °.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Legvachtahvi Gorge, Botanikuri st 1 Old Town, Tbilisi 0105 Georgia
Right in the middle of the capital you can enjoy by the beauty of Leghvtakhevi Waterfall. By the way you can escape hot weather in summer and enjoy by the coolness. A beautiful gorge located within old town, that is very accessible to visitors, excellent pathways crossing Tbilisi’s lock bridge, small but perfectly formed, innercity waterfall
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Shardeni Street, Tbilisi Georgia
After the waterfall we will take the road to Chardin street, the most colorful and favorite street in Tbilisi. Named in honor of Jean Chardin, a French traveler, who traveled to Georgia in the 18th century and returned to his native land with great fascination. This street is famous for its nightlife that lasts until 5 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Wine Gallery, Tsinamdzghvrishvili Mikheilis st. 39, Tbilisi 0102 Georgia
One of the best places where our guests will be invited to Georgian organic wine. You can also get any information about Georgian wines
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Bridge of Peace, Tbilisi Georgia
Beautiful walking glass bridge, which is on the list of 10 most beautiful bridges. A sightseeing spot you must not miss, the Peace Bridge was officially opened in 2010. It is 156 meters long and consists of 10,000 lamps.
Duration: 10 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Day 2 – Tour to Kakheti (Cradle of Wine)
Stop At: Patardzeuli, Georgia
Our first stop is KTW (Kakhetian Traditional Winemaking) factory which is one of the biggest wine factories in Georgia. At this stop, we have a tour inside with wine tasting where we taste different types of Georgian wines.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Badiauri, Badiauri, Kakheti Region
After wine tasting we stop at the local village where you have an unique opportunity to taste some Georgian traditional sweetness Churchkhela and visit the local traditional bakery to taste Georgian traditional cheese and bread – Shoti.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Bodbe Monastery of St. Nino, Signagi Georgia
Bodbe Monastery dedicated to Saint Nino is located at Bodbe, 2 km from the town of Sighnaghi, Kakheti. St. Nino is very important saint for Georgians, since she was the one who spread Christianity in our country in the 5th century. Last years of her life, she spent in Bodbe, that’s why Georgians buried St. Nino in this monastic complex.Nowadays, a lot of people come to see her tomb, as this place is very miraculous. You will see many people coming out from there with tears and hear many stories explaining how their wishes came true. This place keeps many secrets and stories. You will feel it already when you enter the beautiful garden which overlooks to Alazani Valley. Nuns, who live there, are taking care of it and they try to keep it as beautiful and green as it was during the life of St. Nino.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Sighnaghi, Sighnaghi, Kakheti Region
Sighnaghi is a small town in the east of Georgia situated on the mountainside in the historical region of Kakheti. It was founded in the 17th century during the reign of King Erekle II of Georgia, and as locals say, it is the only city in Georgia that has fully preserved with fortification wall which is one of the biggest wall in the world. The great wall is crowned with 27 watchtowers and 6 gates where travelers can climb to get the magnificent view of the Alazani valley. New life of Sighnaghi started in 2007 when it changed into a European town. Its architecture with narrow cobbled streets and beautiful balconies will not leave you indifferent. The town has two central squares with wedding house where couple can marry anytime of the day. Thus, Sighnaghi is called the city of love. You will find many cosy places, hotels and hostels to your taste, street cafes and restaurants, where you can try the home-made Kakhetian wines: Saperavi, Kindzmarauli, Rkaciteli, Mtsvane…
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Tunnel Winery Khareba’s, Meurneoba District Kakheti, Kvareli 383320 Georgia
Of course we continue our tour with more wine. We visit The unique wine cellar Khareba Winery built on the edge of Alazani Valley. Wine cellar is carved into the Caucasus rock massif and total length of the Wine Tunnel is 7.7 km, which consists of two main and 13 connecting tunnels. In one of the main two tunnels we can see the bottled wine cellar, where “Winery Khareba” holds up to 26,000 bottles of the best quality wine. The oldest collectible wine is 17 years old.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Kindzmarauli Corporation Wine House, Chavchavadze St. 55, Kvareli 383320 Georgia
The history of Corporation Kindzmarauli dates back to 1533. According to the degree of King Levan Didi of Kakheti, the wine marani (cellar) was erected in conjunction with other royal buildings. This wine cellar produced wine and molasses (badagi) exclusively for the royal families for much of its history. Since the 70s, the vineyards have been passed through several owners, and changed into Joint Stock Company status.Corporation Kindzmarauli provides 600,000 bottles wine in per year. They export to 10 countries and have cognac spirits with 3-23 years of aging. You will be invited for white and red wine, you will know detailed information from professional local wine expert about wine and about history of winery. Corporation Kindzmarauli feels strongly that when tasting their wine, the consumer should be able to feel, taste, and smell the unique features of the place in which the vines were cultivated, to get acquainted with traditions and history that are connected with the vineyards.
Duration: 50 minutes
Meals included:
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: PCR test, Tour to Mtskheta – Jvari – Gori – Uplistsikhe Cavetown
Stop At: Jvari Church, Mtskheta Georgia
Translated as “The Monastery of the Cross”, Jvari is a 6th Century Monastery that is, coincidentally, in the shape of a cross. It is located on a mountaintop with a great view of the meeting between the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers as well as the entire city of Mtkskheta. Jvari Monastery is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, along with other historic structures in Mtshketa. Jvari is the perfect place for those looking to travel back in time and enjoy the architecture of the Middle Ages. Note that the place is windy throughout the entire year, so be prepared.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Uplistsiche Cave Town, Kvakhvreli 15 km Eastwards to Town Gori, Gori 1423 Georgia
Uplistsikhe, whose name translates to ‘Fortress of the Lord’, is an ancient rock-hewn town which played a significant role in Georgian history over a period of approximately 3,000 years. Archaeological excavations have revealed extraordinary artifacts dating from the Late Bronze Age all the way up to the late Middle Ages. The ancient cave city was built on a rocky bank of the Mtkvari River, approximately 15 kilometers east of the town of Gori. Between the 6th century BC and 11th century AD, Uplistsikhe was one of the most important political, religious, and cultural centers of pre-Christian Kartli, one of the predecessors of the Georgian state, and flourished until it was ravaged by the Mongols in the 13th century.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Stalin Museum, 32 Stalin Avenue Stalin Park, Gori 1400 Georgia
Museum dedicated to the life and work of Soviet leader Joseph Stalin. Here you will find about 60,000 exhibits, including the house where Stalin was born and Stalin’s own carriage. (If you do not wish to visit the museum
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Narekvavi-Mtskheta-Railway Station, Mtskheta, Georgia
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral dates back to the 11th-century and has been a religious center of the country since its construction. Its complex includes the church, a bell tower, a gate, castles, and clerical residences. There are two legends connected to this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The notion that the seamless robe of the Christ is buried here is vastly believed by any Georgian. While according to another legend, King Giorgi ordered the amputation of the right hand of the architect who laid out the Svetitskhoveli, so as not to build something this beautiful ever again.
Duration: 40 minutes
Meals included:
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Tour to Caucasus Mountains (Zhinvali – Ananuri – Gudauri – Kazbegi)
Stop At: Zhinvali Dam, E 117 Hwy., Aranisi 1813 Georgia
This place has been a battlefield for Georgians for so many times that they decided to call the road that is leading to Ananuri – the Georgian Military Road. On the way to Ananuri Fortress, you have to pass by the Zhinvali water reservoir. Besides the main purpose of this reservoir which is to supply Tbilisi with water, this place keeps many secrets and legends as well. The construction of the reservoir caused big floodings on this territory and almost destroyed all the historical monuments. They say that the old church that was built from the time of King Tamari in the 12th century has fallen underwater and when the water level decreases the Church is reappearing. This church is considered to be one of the most mystical places in Georgia.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble, Georgian Military Highway Near Zhinvali Reservoir, Ananuri 1803 Georgia
Ananuri Complex – 10 minutes drive from the Jinvali Water Reservoir we find a fort whose walls, towers, and churches have witnessed the centuries-old history of Georgia. Currently, this castle is a UNESCO Heritage Site and its merging with the beauty of the Aragvi gorge gives this place a flawless charm.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Gudauri Ski Resort, New Gudauri blok 1, Gudauri 4702 Georgia
Gudauri – Mountain – Ski resort, which is especially popular during the winter season, and not only amateurs but also professionals visit ski resorts. Here you can also enjoy snowmobiles, beautiful views, playing snowballs with friends, family, or travelers, and most importantly, you can fly paragliding and shoot your flight video with GoPro, which will remain one of the best memories of your life.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Gergeti Trinity Church, Near the Village of Gergeti, Stepantsminda Georgia
Gergeti Trinity – XIV century complex built 2200 meters above sea level. Many travelers consider it as a real paradise on earth. It is a church surrounded by a thrilling nature and the British newspaper ‘Telegraph’ has placed it in the list of the most beautiful churches in the world„It is possibly the setting, in the green and white Caucasus mountains, below the summit of Mt Kazbegi, that makes Gergeti Trinity Church quite so magnificent.” – ‘Telegraph’ writes.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
