9 days tour from 1020 $

Day 1. Tbilisi- Mtskheta

Arrival in Tbilisi. Placement at the hotel and rest. After free time departure to Mtskheta. Mskheta due to its historical significance and several cultural monuments, the “Historical Monuments of Mtskheta” become a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1994. As the birthplace and one of the most vibrant centers of Christianity in Georgia, Mtskheta declared as the “Holy City” by the Georgian Orthodox Church in 2014.

Svetitskhoveli- Cathedral- the first church which built in the 4th century. Afterwards, during the centuries it became the largest and the most impressive church of Georgia. Christ’s mantle buried here, which was brought here from Jerusalem. The church is on the UNESCO world heritage site.

Holy Cross Monastery- Jvari Monasytery – is a Georgian orthodox monastery of the 6th century. Jvari Monastery stands on the rocky mountaintop of the confluence rivers  mtkvari and aragvi , overlooking the town of Mtskheta, which was formerly the capital of the Kingdom of Iberia.  There are picturesque views of Tbilisi and Mtskheta from monastery territory. Nowadays Jvari Monastery is an active church and monks live there.  it is listed as a World Heritage site  by UNESCO.

Also we will visit Samtavro Monastery. Samtavro Transfiguration Orthodox Church was built in the 1030-1040s in the town Mtskheta. The preserved mural paintings in the altar conch and in the dome are dated to the mid-17th century. The archeological excavations revealed the remains of a large church that had stood here before the 11th century. Dinner in Mtskheta restaurant and return to Tbilisi.

Tbilisi is an ancient capital and the largest city of Georgia, sunny and beautiful. Nowadays Tbilisi is the main industrial, cultural and social center of Georgia. Image of old Tbilisi is like no other city in the World. Tbilisi possess a special atmosphere. They're always active life: Bars, pubs, nightclubs, live music, wine bars, billiard halls, casinos and music till the morning. We will see both modern and old cities. So there you can see: As Orthodox churches also the temples and mosques, Ancient and modern buildings, Historical places, Waterfalls, Sulfur's ancient baths which are known

Day 2,. Tbilisi-Ananuri-Kazbegi-Tbilisi

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to Kazbegi. Kazbegi is a village in the North Georgia and most popular among hikers. It's surrounded by beautiful mountains. There is a unique view from Kazbegi (5047m) and from Kazbegi Gergeti’s trinity erected on the mountain, which located opposite to Kazbegi. Kazbegi is the gateway to the world of mountains and is associated with the grandeur of mountain landscapes

On the way to Kazbegi we will see the Jinvali reservoir, Ananuri Castle and Fortress complex. This complex built during XV-XVIII centuries and its unique because of its architecture and history.There are monuments of cult, military and secular things. After Ananuri we will arrive to piece monument of Gudauri. It's located in the mountains of the Caucasus. From there opens a beautiful view that attracts all visitors.Then we will go to Gergeti Trinity church which is the most symbolic place of Kazbegi. of 14th century - It built on the slope of Mt. Mkinvartsveri (top of the glacier), on the left bank of the river Tergi. It is the monument built on the highest spot in Europe. Gergeti is a domed church with a bell-tower.

Departure to Tbilisi.

Day 3. Tbilisi-Kutaisi

Kutaisi is the second largest city and a former capital of the western Georgian Kingdom Colchis It associated with the legend of the Argonauts and the Golden Fleece.There we will see: Gelati monastery and Bagrati Cathedral .

Gelati Monastery - is a symbol of the Golden Age of Georgia. This is an outstanding monument of Georgian architecture, the center of the spiritual and scientific life of the Middle Ages. Gelati was an important center of culture, science and education. 

Bagrati chatedral-(11th century) is the monument  that stands on the hill on the right bank of the river Rioni. The temple  built-in 1003. Also in the city centre we will see the king's residence  with beautiful park and 800 year old tree, where the kings managed the court. Dinner at Kutaisi restaurant and back to the hotel .After nice day  back to the hotel .

Day 4. Kutaisi-Tskaltubo

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to Tskaltubo.

 Tskaltubo- It is known as a balneological resort (7 km from Kutaisi) There we can see : Cave of Prometheus - was discovered in 1984.  Now illuminated stalactites and stalagmites attract hundreds of tourists. There are waterfalls, cave pearls, underground rivers, and lakes. You can enjoy with the boat ride along the underground river.

Cave of Prometheus - was discovered in 1984. Now illuminated stalactites and stalagmites attract hundreds of tourists. Sataflia cave It is famous for the dinosaur footprints nearby. The tour enters the through-cave on one hillside, crosses the hill underground and then goes back past the surface to the dinosaur footprints. The cave named after Mt. Staple (494m), an extinct volcano, which is now the Nature Preserve. After an impressive excursion, we will dine at the restaurant near caves and back to Kutaisi.

Day 5. Kutaisi- Martvili

On the fifth day we will depart to the wonderful place Martvili canyon with lots of waterfalls and sky blue water! This place located in Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti region, in Georgia. Martvili district is truly one of the greatest places in Georgia – combining unique natural environment with historical monuments. It is a place with lots of waterfalls and sky blue water! You can borrow a boat with a boatman and he will take you to unforgettable journey between high rocks in Canyon. On the shore among the trees there are special wooden tables and chairs where you can have a nice picnic. There is also a small footpath which will lead you to the Dadiani's "swimming pool" ( this is a place of the river, looked like a pool ).

The Monastery of the Virgin in Martvili (7th- century) is one of the most significant monuments in Georgia and one of the oldest and most important centers in Western Georgia. Also in Martvili we will see Salkhino Residence, the summer residence of Dadiani Family. The palace Located on the shore a fascinating river Cheshire and near the Ojaleshi breed. The representatives of Dadiani Dynasty acquainted with world history and culture latest technical achievements. You can taste here amazing wine and enjoy the beautiful view. Here finish our tour and we will return to the hotel in Kutaisi

Day 6. Kutaisi- Racha-Lechkhumi

From Kutaisi departure to Racha-Lechkhumi-located in the furthermost region in the country’s NW, the administrative center of Racha, Lechkhumi and Qvemo Svaneti is Ambrolauri. It is originality and uniqueness is not only defined by its geographic location but also its rich and varied flora and fauna. The region’s mountain realm, the snowy peaks and ridges of the Caucasus, rivers, forest areas and shaori reservoirs, historical, archeological monuments, such as are: Nikortsminda, Barakoni churches.

Nikortsminda (11^th century) very  richly, vibrantly ornamented church. Frescoes painted on the church walls date to the 16^th-17^th centuries. The temple preserved in its original form and never had changed .

Also in Ambrolauri municipality we will see a Shaori water reservoir a fabulous place where nature is untouched by humanity. This water reservoir located at 1,100 meters above sea level. Dinner at Ambrolauri restaurant and after going to browse Barakoni – in Tsesi village. The church built in 1753. From here departs to Kutaisi.

Day 7. Kutaisi-Akhaltsikhe fortress-Tbilisi

After breakfast at the hotel from Kutaisi departure to Akhaltsikhe. The impressive medieval city established in the 9th. There is an amazing “Rabati Castle”, standing on the small hill on the very shores of the Potskhovi River. There are Crossing the entire area, the walls of the citadel, the citadel castle, the hall of the gates, the mosque.. On the way back visit Borjomi Central Park. Also, we will see here ancient churches. After this wonderful tour return to the hotel. Dinner at the Rabati restaurant and departure in Tbilisi.

Day 8. Tbilisi- Sighnaghi-Tbilisi

On the last day of our tour we will see “the city of love”  Sighnaghi.

Beautiful Georgian and Italian Renaissance architecture,  famous for  wines and traditional Georgian carpets. Also an  excellent  Sighnaghi fortress-fence  (8th century)Is the first largest in the  Europe (after the Chinese wall),  overlooking Alazani velly . The defensive walls and 28 towers built by King Erekle II in the 18th century. Little has changed here for the last 200 years. The town has preserved its original image and now offers visitors stunning views of the surrounding Caucasus Mountain. 4600 meters long stretch separates Sighnaghi in two parts old and new Sighnaghi!  In Sighnaghi you can  see Niko Pirosmani's paintings.Then we will go to The  Bodbe Monastery (4th century) holds the tomb of St. Nino, the Cappadocian maiden who converted the Georgian people to Christianity as early as 337.   

After Sighnaghi we will see the Batonis Fortress in Telavi, king's residence of Kakheti in the 17th-18th centuries. The historical significance palace where was born King Erekle II. Alaverdi Monastery (20 km from Telavi) founded by Assyrian father Joseph Alaverdali.

Day 9. Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the Tbilisi Airport

Inclusions

• Hotel pick-up and drop off

• Hotel B&B

• Sightseeing tour program with (English or Russian ) guide

• Bottled water

Exclusions

• Full board (lunches and dinners)

• Drinks (alcohol)

• Hotel charges for additional services