GEORGIA EXPLORER 8 NIGHT

 PRICES FROM: 790 USD

ACCOMMODATION: 4 nights in Tbilisi ,1 night in Telavi,   1 Night in Kazbegi, 1 Night in Gudauri, 1 Night in Akhaltsikhe
DATES: 2020-2021 ( All year round)

DAY 1: TBILISI

• Arrival in Tbilisi.
• Transfer and check-in at the hotel.  (Overnight in Tbilisi).

Meals included: No

DAY 2: TBILISI- MTSKHETA

• Breaksfast at the hotel.
• Excursion in the former capital city of Mtskheta, being the religious center of Georgia.
• Mtskheta is one of the oldest cities of Georgia (in Kartli province of Eastern Georgia), near Tbilisi. Mtskheta was a capital of the Georgian Kingdom of Iberia during the 3rd century BC - 5^th century AD. Here Georgians become converted to Christianity in 317 and Mtskheta still remains the headquarters of the Georgian Orthodox and Apostolic Church.
• Jvari Monastery is a Georgian Orthodox monastery of the 6th century near Mtskheta (World Heritage site), Mtskheta-Mtianeti region, eastern Georgia. The name is translated as the Monastery of the Cross. For another, Jerusalem-located Georgian monastery with the same name.
• Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, built in the 11 th century. Though the site itself is even older dating back to the early 4th century and is surrounded by a number of legends associated primarily with the early Christian traditions. Svetitskhoveli, known as the burial site of Christ's mantle, has long been the principal Georgian church and remains one of the most venerated places of worship to this day. The church counts UNESCO world heritage sites.
• Explore the capital of Georgia, Tbilisi and wander the old districts of the city with its narrow streets, patterned balconies and colorful houses.
• Walking tour in the old part of Tbilisi.
• Take in the views from the funicular of Tbilisi. From here there is an incredible view of the whole Tbilisi.
• Welcome dinner at the restaurant with show program of national dances. (Overnight in Tbilisi).

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Distance: Tbilisi-Mtskheta – 30 km.

 

DAY 3: TBILISI-DAVID GAREJA- TELAVI(+WINE TASTING,MASTER CLASSES)

• Breakfast in the hotel. Check out.
• Departure to region Kakheti region - the cradle of Georgian Wine.
• Visit  David Gareja monastery located at the border of Georgia and Azerbaijan. Here we will see lavra Monastry.
• On the way to Telavi We will visit a unique wine caller and museum "kvevri"; (a kvevri monument, the museums of wine, the unique, cut kvevri (With their help we can watch the process of production of wine in kvevri). We will have a chance to bake the Georgian bread – “shoti” in the “tone”, and make the Georgian sweet – Churchkhela. A lunch and Wine tasting. 2 kind of wine- red, white and chacha. The wine maker will tell story of grape culture and production of wine in Georgia.
• Check in at the hotel in Telavi. (Overnight in Telavi)

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

Distance: Tbilisi-Telavi – 120 km.

DAY 4: TELAVI - KAZBEGI

• Breakfast in the hotel. Check out.
• Departure to Aragvi Valley via military road. On the way, we will visit Fortress Ananuri. It is not only a historical place, but from here, you can also see the Zhinvali reservoir with an amazing panoramic view.
• Departure to famous ski resort Gudauri-photo shooting.
• For Dinner  we will visit a local Family.  For fans of mountains, Caucasus nature and travelling, It will be interesting to wrap with own hand khinkali and a pkhlovan (khachapuri with greens), this journey will become true pleasure. (Overnight in Kazbegi)

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with culinary master-classes

Distance: Telavi – Kazbegi 200km.

DAY 5: KAZBEGI-GERGETI-GUDAURI

• Breakfast at the Hotel. Check out.
• Walk to Gergeti church.
• The church is situated on the right bank of the river Chkheri, at an elevation of 2170 meters (7120 feet), under Mount Kazbegi. The church, lonely staying of the top of the mountain, surrounded with a breathtaking landscape, is one of most famous Georgian landmarks.  (a vehicle is available for those who prefer not to walk).
• Weather permitting you may catch a glimpse of one of the highest glaciers in the Caucasus on Mt Kazbegi (5047m).
• Lunch in Kazbegi.
• Drive through the dramatic Dariali Gorge, where we have the opportunity to walk to Gveleti waterfalls.
• Transfer to Gudauri.  (Overnight in Gudauri)

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Distance: Kazbegi - Gudaurii 35 km.

DAY 6: GUDAURI- GORI-UPLISTSIKHE-TBILISI

• Breakfast  at the hotel.
• Check out from the hotel.
• Transfer to the Gori city. This town is known as the place where Stalin was born and studied.
• There is also a museum dedicated to this historical figure. The museum collection boasts many personal belongings of the leader, including his personal railway carriage.
• Then we’ll prolong our way to the ancient cave city Uplistsikhe.
• This mysterious place is called Uplistsikhe. Its history dates back to the II-I millennium BC.
• In the era of Late Antiquity, it was a thriving and influential religious, political and cultural center. We will walk along the streets carved into the rock, pass magnificent cave temples, halls, dwellings and utility rooms.
• People finally abandoned this settlement only in the 19th century AD. Ages ago this amazing city was consisted of more than 700 underground premises, but only 150 have reached our days.   (Overnight in Tbilisi)

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Distance:  Gudauri – Gori 150 km. Gori-Tbilisi -100 km.

DAY 7: TBILISI-BORJOMI-VARDZIA-AKHALTSIKHE

• Breakfast  at the hotel.
• Today we are going to the unique natural resort - Borjomi. This is popular health resort, famous for its mineral water springs, mild climate and fresh air. Small cozy town lies on the banks of Kura river. It was beloved by aristocracy in 19th century already, the summer residences of noble people can still be found here. The ancient stone baths were discovered in Borjomi, which means that even many centuries ago the inhabitants knew about the healing properties of Borjomi natural water.
• We will enjoy the mysterious silence of the coniferous forest in the National Park and taste the famous mineral water. 
• In Borjomi we will be surrounded by the breathtaking views of the emerald mountains and incredible fresh air.
• Vardzia Cave city.
• The fortress was built to protect the Borjomi gorge from enemies who tried to conquer these territories from the south. First the rocks covered the inside part of the building from the enemy’s eyes. The monastery by itself was connected to the surface by several secret passages — tunnels. The whole settlement was hiding behind a huge rock. That time Vardzia consisted of about 600 rooms.
• There were temples, living cells, food warehouses, and a library. And once even the little Queen Tamar was lost (and successfully found) in that labyrinth.
• The fortress was designed in such a way that it was completely invisible from the outside. However, the earthquake that shook the area in the 13th century, exposed the fortress-monastery, dropping a large block of rock down to the gorge.
• From that moment Vardzia lost her defensive assignment. But its story did not end there. And the details of this amazing legend you will learn during the tour.
• Next we are going to the city of Akhaltsikhe. (Overnight in Akhaltsike)

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Distance:Tbilisi-Borjomi – 160 km.  Borjomi –Vardzia110 km. Vardzia-Akhaltsike 60 km.

 

DAY 8: AKHALTSIKHE-TBILISI

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Check out from the hotel.
• Visit  Rabati Castle, built by the Ottomans around a mosque, and St. Marine's Church
• The fortress was rebuilt and renovated not so long ago, and boast its picturesque city views. From the castle wall one can enjoy the view of amazing mountain landscapes.
• The first military fortifications in Akhaltsikhe was erected by Ottoman empire in XVI - XVII centuries. Once powerful walls protected the peace of the Pasha and preserved one of the richest libraries of the Muslim East.
• Transfer to Tbilisi
• Free evening in Tbilisi.
• Coming to Georgia and not visiting the famous Tiflis sulfur baths is like visiting France and not visiting the Eiffel Tower! That is why we offer: optionally Visit the sulfur baths. (Overnight in Tbilisi)

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Distance: Akhaltsikhe-Tbilisi 210 km.

DAY 9: TBILISI

• Breaksfast at the hotel.
• Transfer to Airport.

Meal plan: Breakfast

 

THE PRICES INCLUDE:

• Professional Guide Service
• Transportation during the whole tour
• Narikala cable tickets
• All lunches and dinners according to the program
• Accommodation at the hotel of chosen category with Breakfast
• Entrance tickets at the museums

THE PRICES EXCLUDE:

• Early check-in or late check-out
• Flight tickets
• Visa fee

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*Prices can be changed according to dollar exchange at the time of booking.

*The hotels can be replaced with similar ones.

* Company has the right to change excursion days and sequence of tourist sites, according to the weather and/or other force-majeure situations.

 

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