Essence of Georgia
- Tour countries:
- Georgia
- Type of tour:
- Historical, General
Day 1 Tbilisi
Arrival to Tbilisi. Sightseeing tour of Tbilisi. Known as a capital of Georgia from 5th century the city is extraordinary for its turbulent history, elegant and remarkable architecture, destroyed and restored through centuries but keeping entire style of Georgian orthodox religion and traditions. Walk through old city. Visit to Metekhi church dated 13th century, Sulfur Bathes, Narikala fortress of 4th century, Sioni cathedral initially built in 7th century, Anchiskhati basilica dated 6th century. *Optional lunch in city restaurant. Visit to Tbilisi National Museum. Evening walk along Rustaveli Avenue. Welcome dinner with traditional Georgian food, wine, songs and dances performance. Overnight in hotel. (-/-/D)
Day 2 Tbilisi - Mtskheta - Gori - Tbilisi
Drive to Mtskheta - old capital of Kartli-Iberia kingdom known as a political and cultural center from 3rd century BC. Drive up to Jvari monastery dated 6th century distinguished with harmonious proportions and representing the high achievements of early Georgian Medieval architecture. Visit to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral - 11th century architectural monument. Drive to Inner Kartli province to the town of Gori - famous for being a birthplace of Joseph Stalin. Visit to Stalin's museum and house of birth. *Optional lunch in local restaurant. Return back to Tbilisi for souvenirs shopping: visit wine cellar, local handicraft and handmade souvenirs shops, buy traditional Georgian jewellery made of enamel. Dinner and overnight in hotel (B/-/D)
Day 3 Tbilisi - Bodbe - Signagi - Bodbe - Telavi
After breakfast drive to Bodbe Nunnery of 9th century (100 km). *Optional lunch in local restaurant in Sighnaghi - royal town surrounded by the defiance wall with 23 towers built by the king Erekle II in 18th century. The town had many gates through which Georgia was connected to Europe and Asia by various trade routes. Stroll through tiny and cozy streets of Signagi and enjoy amazing view of Alazani Valley. Visit to local winery "Pheasant's Tears" and taste Georgian traditional Qvevri Wine. Alternatively we'll visit local farmer's vineyard in ANAGA (5 km) and participate in grape harvest (if it's September or early October). See how wine is made and stored in wine sellar, see the process of famous Georgian vodka - "Chacha" production. You will soon become acquainted with the traditions of the Georgian table - toasts making and drinking wine from wine horns. At dinner enjoy home-made food in a warm-hearted environment, which will make you familiar with the rules of a classical Georgian table. Also you can see and learn the secrets of the Georgian recipes, how the delicious traditional Georgian meals are prepared. Drive to Telavi for overnight. (B/-/D)
Day 4 Telavi - Lagodekhi
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Geogia - Azerbaijan border between Balakan and Lagodekhi at 10:00 am and change of transport. Continue your travel at Azeri side.
Tour schedule
Package includes:
- 3* hotel accommodation (double/twin occupancy for groups)
- Meals as listed per day by day program
- Private vehicle accompanied by an experienced English speaking local guide who will look after you exclusively
- Local driver for your vehicle, exclusively for your tour
- Sightseeing program including all entrance fees
- Private guided transfers to and from airport
- Visa support
Not included into the package:
- Fees for taking photos in historical sites
- Any other meals, alcoholic beverages
- Other personal expenses
| N of pax |
Tour cost for group (USD, $) |
Cost per pax (USD, $) | Special notes |
| 2 | 1800 | 900 | 4 seater sedan or 4WD vehicle to be provided |
| 6 | 4500 | 750 | 7 seater van to be provided |
| 15 | 8,700 | 580 | 15 seater van to be provided to allow luggage |
| 20 | 11,200 | 560 | Large bus to be provided |
| 25 | 13,750 | 550 | |
| Single supplement | +$110 |
