An incredible 10 regions in 2 weeks

An incredible 10 regions in 2 weeks

This tour will realize your dreams of a vacation in Georgia.You will spend an unforgettable 2 weeks with our team.Having been here once, you will want to come back here again and again!!!

The first day

Kvemo Kartli

Author's large sightseeing tour of Tbilisi.

This wonderful ancient city itself is one continuous attraction. Located on the banks of the Kura River, the city of Tiflis is an ancient cultural center of Georgia.Every house in Tbilisi has its own story. It is pleasant to walk here at any time of the year, getting lost in its labyrinths, finding more and more interesting and unusual places for yourself. Trust our Guide and you will discover an unusual and original capital!We invite you to learn a lot of interesting things, get acquainted with the secrets of the city and visit:

- Pushkin Square, the place where the great poet loved to walk.

- Ancient excavations of the 11th-13th century city wall, which is located under the highway.

- The world-famous Rezo Gabriadze Puppet Theater.

- Anchiskhati, the oldest church in Tbilisi from the 6th century, which housed the image of Jesus Christ made with hands.

- Residence of the Patriarch of Georgia.

- Rike Park, shaped like a map of Georgia.

- The Bridge of Peace is a unique architectural creation. 

- The Cathedral of Zion of the 6th-7th century, it is here that one of the main relics of Georgia, the Cross of St. Nino, is kept.

- Tbilisi Cathedral Synagogue.

- Meydan Square, with its fascinating streets Leselidze and Chardin.

- The 4th century Narikala city Citadel.

- The oldest urban area of Abanotubani (the area of sulfur baths), it was from here that the city of Tbilisi began to emerge.

- Legvtakhevi (Fig Gorge) with its beautiful waterfall.

- The 11th-century Metekhi Temple, around which there was a prison for prisoners. prisoners.

- The Cathedral of the Holy Trinity - Sameba, one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world.

- Ascent by funicular to Mtatsminda Mountain, where you will have a magnificent view of the city from the observation deck

The second day

Mtskheta - Mtianeti

Mtskheta is the ancient capital of the Georgian Kingdom, founded in the 5th century BC.The history of the founding of the city goes deep into the Biblical era, which is why Mtskheta is called the second Jerusalem in another way.It is in this city that the chiton of Jesus Christ, in which he was crucified, is kept. There are the remains of fortified residences of the Armaza fortress, Bebristsikhe, city quarters, burial grounds, as well as the Samtavro complex (the main temple of the XI century).

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral was and still remains the center of religious life and the main attraction of Mtskheta. The Cathedral of the Twelve Apostles is the first and main church in Georgia, whose name is traditionally translated as "life-giving pillar". It is one of the largest temples in the country and chronologically the first in Georgian temple history.

On the mountain opposite Mtskheta, at the confluence of the two rivers Aragvi and Kura, we will visit one of the oldest monasteries in the country of the 6th-7th century, the temple of Jvari. Jvari Monastery is considered a masterpiece of Georgian church architecture.

Continuing your journey along the picturesque mountain road, you will come to a beautiful corner where the medieval monastic architectural complex of the 6th century, Shio Mgwime, is located. It was founded sometime after 560 by Saint Shio, one of the Assyrian fathers, known as Shio Mgvimsky.

Return to Tbilisi.Dinner with folklore program

The third day

Kakheti

Kakheti is a region in the east, famous for monasteries, mountains, valleys and of course wine. If you are looking for a place with beautiful lakes and waterfalls, ancient wineries and cave monasteries, rich in delicious cuisine and hospitality, where every guest is considered an angel, then you will not find a better Kakheti.

The way there lies along the picturesque Gombor pass.We will rise to an altitude of 1620m above sea level. On the road that will lead us to the small village of Tsinandali, which is famous for its beautiful park and the residence of the Kakheti princes Chavchavadze.It is here that the playwright, poet and composer Alexander Griboyedov meets Princess Nina Chavchavadze, his future wife.

Let's feel the loving atmosphere of the city, where, according to legend, Niko Pirosmani presented actress Margarita with a million scarlet roses.Located on terraces connected by winding streets, Sighnaghi is called the "City of Love" for its beauty, romantic atmosphere and Wedding House, where you can get married at any time of the day.

Two kilometers from Sighnaghi is the Bodbe Monastery, one of the most important shrines in Georgia. This cathedral houses the relics of Saint Nino, thanks to whom Christianity spread throughout the country. This is a very strong and sacred place, thousands of pilgrims from the Orthodox world come here every year. Not far from the church there is a holy spring where you can swim, it has healing power and cures ailments.

At the end of a wonderful day, you will taste excellent homemade wine and chacha, as well as learn how to make khinkali and bake khachapuri.

The fourth day

Georgian Military Road

Today we will have an exciting journey towards northern Georgia along the famous Georgian Military Road. There are places in Georgia that attract an incredible spirit of greatness. Every person who, by the will of fate, will be able to touch these buildings will not be able to help but feel their power and strength literally pouring into him.

And one of these structures is the Ananuri Fortress. The fortress, which will never cease to excite the human imagination, is one of the best monuments of late feudal Georgia.

Climbing the Cross Pass, we find ourselves in the village of Gudauri.It is the largest and most modern ski resort in Georgia with a developed infrastructure and the largest elevation difference, located on the slopes of the South Caucasus at an altitude of 2196 meters above sea level.The natural features of Gudauri have made this ski resort famous all over the world.

At the foot of the majestic Kazbek Mountain, in a small urban–type settlement - Stepantsminda, we will transfer to jeeps and climb to the ancient Gergeti temple, which is located at an altitude of 2170 meters.

On the way back, we will stop at the Homeland of Khinkali in the village of Pasanauri, where the two rivers White and Black Aragvi merge with each other as a symbol of boundless love.

Fifth day

Shida Kartli

The city of Gori, founded by David the Builder.Here you will visit the State Museum of Soviet Leader Joseph Stalin. The museum was opened in 1957 after Stalin's death. However, the museum appeared in the house where he was born and spent his childhood back in 1937 during his lifetime.The museum complex includes a memorial house, the carriage in which he traveled, and a two-story exhibition hall, which houses Soviet exhibits and Stalin's personal belongings.

Next, we will climb a huge hill in the center of Gori, which is like a ship sailing in a sea of urban development.The hill is surrounded by the fortress walls of the once formidable Goristsikhe fortress.Its defensive structures descend in ledges along the slopes of the hill. The Gori fortress was built and destroyed several times.

The ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe is carved into the rock and includes 150 caves. The city appeared at the end of the II — beginning of the I millennium BC, experienced several ups and downs, was finally abandoned in the XIX century and is thus a multi-layered archaeological site, one of the most important monuments of Georgian culture.

The sixth day

Samtskhe Javakheti

Borjomi is a city lost among green ridges on the banks of the beautiful Kura River.This place will be a real paradise for you — quiet, fresh and calm.There we will walk through the picturesque Borjomi gorge and park, climb the Borjomi plateau by cable car and, of course, enjoy the legendary mineral water directly from the spring. Through a beautiful gorge, through the park you will get to the pools with springs of sulfur water.The warm water in which you can plunge and the view of the mountains is one of those pleasures for which it was worth coming to Georgia!The beautiful nature of the resort, the healthy fresh air and the sights that were admired by members of the imperial family, whose residence was located nearby, will give us freshness and new strength to climb the cave city of Vardzia.

This monastery complex is one of the main attractions of the XII—XIII centuries in the south of Georgia, an outstanding monument of medieval Georgian architecture. A high rock rises above the Kura and dozens of natural and man-made caves are visible in its sheer wall, like floors. Moreover, if dozens are visible from the shore of the Kura, then in fact there are hundreds of them — the rocky city consists of about 600 caves of natural and artificial origin and stretches along the river for about a kilometer.

Few travelers know that there is a delightful place in Georgia that is very difficult to describe in words. A place that has experienced so much joy and tears, a place where the rulers of Akhaltsikhe lived for a very, very long time. And it's all called the simple and hard word Rabat. The history of the fortress's foundation dates back to 1578. Today, everyone can take a walk through these beautiful places. Everyone can breathe in the air, which seems to scream and tell about the ancient greatness of Rabat, about the events that took place here and about those happy days that the fortress experienced. And there really were a lot of such days. It seems that all this beauty just came off the pages of a book with an Arabic fairy tale, and that the real sheikh and his concubines are hiding behind that bend.  The whole atmosphere surrounding this place simply breathes those great events that took place here so many centuries ago.…

Seventh day

Imereti

Today we will get to Imereti, a region and historical region of Western Georgia. Let's take a walk around the city of Kutaisi, located on both banks of the Rioni River.According to archaeological excavations, the city was founded in the 5th-6th century. It was in Kutaisi, the capital of the Colchian Kingdom), that the Argonauts went to King Ayet for the Golden Fleece.

The main attraction of the city is one of the largest temples in Georgia, Bagrati, which offers wonderful views of the whole of Kutaisi. The temple was built in Kutaisi during the reign of Bagrat III, as the main cathedral of his united Georgian kingdom and consecrated in honor of the Dormition of the Virgin in 1003.Majestic in size and proportions, the temple has become a fundamentally new word in the history of Transcaucasian architecture.

Another famous monastery is located nearby.A wooden bridge leads to the building itself, passing along which you can stop and enjoy the beauty of nature, which seems to hide this elegant structure in its very heart.The Motsameta Temple is literally surrounded by greenery of trees that have grown here above the roofs of the monastery buildings.  The domeless temple of Motsameta, founded at the beginning of the XI century by Tsar Bagrat III, is also called the Monastery of Saints David and Constantine.Here you can see all the beauty of the green mountains, listen to birdsong, breathe fresh air and just relax your soul.

Next, you will have an exciting tour of the largest cave in Georgia, Kumistavi, renamed Prometheus Cave in 2010. After the cave was discovered in 1984, it was almost immediately made a tourist attraction. There are underground lakes and rivers inside, there is very high humidity and there are bats, which, however, do not bother tourists because they fly very high. Today, Prometheus Cave, surrounded by a specially designed natural area with a radius of 3 kilometers, is one of the most tempting places for visitors to Georgia. Visiting the cave provides a unique opportunity to see the underground world of this region in all its glory. You can choose a 1600-meter hiking route through the caves and/or a boat trip along a real underground river. The route passes by breathtaking stalactites and stalagmites, underground waterfalls, rivers and even an entire lake.

At the end of this day, we will visit a unique natural monument with traces of prehistoric animals, one of the most memorable places is the Martvili Canyon. The finds of dinosaur footprints and bones, as well as the footprints of a caveman, have made the canyon a unique place important for world science.You can take a boat trip along the Martville Canyon, view its beauty up close and get an unforgettable experience. You can also take a walk along the entire course of the river. There is a very beautiful nature here: a large waterfall falling from a great height, many small waterfalls and streams that form beautiful blue lakes with clear water. Martvili Canyon is an amazing and fascinating natural monument in Georgia.

The eighth day

Racha

Today, our way lies to the historical mountainous region of Georgia in the upper reaches of the Rioni–Rachu River. This is one of the most picturesque corners of Georgia, where the Khvanchkara vineyards are located, only the endemic varieties of Alexandrouli and Mujuretuli grapes grow here, from which Stalin's favorite wine was made. It turned out to be impossible to plant these grape varieties in other regions of Georgia, so the real Khvanchkara is made only here.These are very beautiful mountains, composed of limestone, with many caves and interesting rocks.

Our route will pass through the beautiful Nakerala pass, which is 1218m high. Along the way, you will enjoy the picturesque scenery of deciduous forests and rocky cliffs.

Above the pass is the peak of the Rachinsky range, Mount Tskhradzhvari (the mountain of the "Nine Crosses"), whose height is 1565m. You can climb the mountain by off-road vehicle on a dirt and rocky road. The panorama that opens from the lower observation deck is already quite enough for a flurry of emotions, but you can climb higher to the very top.There is a clearly visible path leading to it. At the top of Tskhradjvari are the ruins of an ancient temple, where nine iron crosses are installed. The tenth, the most massive, cross is placed at the highest point. . A trip to Tskhradjvari can be attributed to the mandatory routes when visiting the Rachinsky region. The views that open from the highlands cannot be described in words. There is always a persistent feeling of nature's victory over civilization.

Just beyond the Nakerala Pass, Lake Shaori is an artificial lake in the Shaori basin at an altitude of 1105m. The slopes of the reservoir are covered with coniferous forests and alpine meadows. The air is intoxicating and intoxicating, it smells of herbs and forest, separately with a needle and separately with a leaf, each bush breathes its own breath, the turquoise of the mirror of the water surface fascinates with the beautiful bottomlessness of the reflected sky. Thanks to the gorge, the lake has its own climate, no matter how hot it is nearby, it is always cool and fresh here.

On the western shore of the reservoir is the church of Nikortsminda (St. Nicholas), built in the 19th century. – the next goal of our route.Initially, there was a monastery here, but in the 16th century the church was restored and proclaimed the main cathedral of the Rachinsky region. Amazingly beautiful and preserved in its original form, the finest 500-year-old stone carvings adorn the facade of the temple and its dome, the carving patterns are exquisite and complex. Inside the cathedral there are wonderful frescoes and ornaments of the XVI-XVIII centuries. The church is stunning with its beauty, its poetic name is "white bride", it is a true masterpiece of Georgian architecture.

We will also visit the ruins of the Chelishi Monastery (Udabno), dating back to the 9th-20th centuries. The monastery is located in the gorge of the Shareula River. To this day, the temple has been preserved without a vault with remnants of lapis lazuli on the walls and two saints' faces. If desired, it is possible to descend to the wild karst cave in Gogolati and to the Thmori waterfall. The Sakinule Cave, a natural refrigerator hidden in the forest part of the rocky gorge, is interesting to visit. The cave got its name from the biting cold inside at any time of the year.

Let's see the temple of the Virgin of Barakoni (XVIII century), located on a steep cliff at the confluence of the rivers Rioni and Luhuni and immortalized the name of the creator Avtandil Shulavreli. This is one of the few temples that have preserved the name of the creator, not the customer. On the hill of the opposite shore, the ruins of the ancient Mindatsikhe Castle, where Queen Tamara spent her childhood, are visible.

Racha-Lechkhumi is a hypnotic place, immersing in its beauty, slowness, tranquility and joie de vivre. Fill yourself with the life-giving power of these amazing places.

The ninth day

Adjara

Today, our journey lies through an ancient land surrounded by greenery and washed by the Black Sea, at the foot of the mountain ranges of the Lesser Caucasus - Adjara.It has a magnificent mild climate and majestic nature. A small plot of land contains sea beaches, mountain ranges, velvet forests, crystal waterfalls, stone gorges, bottomless lakes, foaming rivers and many other wonderful natural objects. The famous resorts of Adjara with beautiful beaches, which attract many tourists, are especially picturesque. But it is not only the enjoyment of the warm sea, magnificent mountain landscapes and subtropical nature that makes Adjara a popular holiday destination. Here, vacationers can plunge into the unique exoticism of this region, expressed in a motley mix of eastern and Western cultures – taste delicious national dishes, witness the traditional way of life of hospitable Adjarians, enjoy visiting ancient monuments, and purchase original souvenirs.

Traveling in Georgia usually includes such famous cities of this magnificent and beautiful country as Batumi, a city and port in Georgia, on the Black Sea coast, the capital of Adjara and the main tourist center of modern Georgia.Today, Batumi is the most important cultural, economic and tourist center of Georgia. It is famous for the historical city center and the modern tourist area with skyscrapers.

The history of the city of Batumi is only 150 years old, and the previous era is uncertain. Batumi is a young city and for this reason is devoid of ancient temples, fortresses and monasteries.Walking around Batumi, you can see and visit many of the sights of this wonderful city. On Europa Square in the center of Batumi stands the statue of Medea, which is a symbol of Georgia's wealth and prosperity. There are several Georgian churches, a Russian church, an Armenian church, a synagogue, a mosque and one Catholic church in Batumi. The New Boulevard of Batumi begins from the Park of Miracles, where you can see the sculpture of Ali and Nino, a symbol of acceptance and understanding that religion and ethnic hatred should not be a hindrance to love. There is also an Alphabet Tower in the park, which is a symbol of Batumi, designed to perpetuate the Georgian alphabet. By visiting the cable car, you can take a closer look at the areas of Batumi that are usually beyond the sight of tourists. From the observation deck, you can see the port, the buildings of the new and old cities, and the mountains of Adjara.

The tenth day

There is a Botanical Garden 10 km north of Batumi. It is a huge tropical forest, which should be visited for at least 2-3 hours, or preferably half a day or a whole day to relax on the beaches of Cape Verde.

At a distance of 30 km east of Batumi, you will find yourself in mountainous Adjara, specifically in the Keda region, a real oasis of silence and fresh air! In tourist farms, you can taste local wines made from such unique grape varieties as Cedar "Tsolikauri" and "Chhaveri".Keda is known for its healing mineral waters and baths. The waters "Kokotauri" and "Gundauri" are useful for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. The medical water "Kokotauri" has been awarded an international certificate.During the summer season, you can refresh yourself in the highest waterfall of Adjara, Makhuentseti, surrounded by greenery, and 500 meters from it stands an ancient bridge dating back to the reign of Queen Tamara.

The eleventh day

Svaneti

Today you will discover the historical mountainous region in the north-west of Georgia – Svaneti. This corner of Georgia is known for its architectural treasures and picturesque landscapes. Residential towers, built mainly in the IX—XII centuries, stand out. Ancient stone Orthodox churches have also been preserved.Upper Svaneti has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The mountains here are beautiful and majestic. Climbers will be able to find the most difficult routes to famous peaks here.:Shkhara, Ushba and Tetnuldi.The churches here have been preserved since the 9th century, with stunning ancient books and icons painted on the exterior and interior. After all, Svaneti, or rather Free Svaneti, has never fallen under anyone's rule, the invaders have never reached here, so all cultural monuments have been preserved here in their original form.

The largest settlement in the region is Mestia. Most of the mountain trails, waterfalls, glaciers and mountain lakes start in this city.The city of a thousand towers is sometimes called Mestia. In fact, there are a little less than three hundred of them, but looking at the slopes of the valley in Mestia, you begin to believe in a thousand. Descending from the mountain, the forest of coniferous giants gradually turns into a forest of towers of the city. Some of them are up to 25 meters high! The towers were built in the period from the 9th to the 13th century, so each is a historical monument, at least 7 centuries old.

The twelfth day

We will visit many attractions of Mestia.:the Museum of History and Ethnography, the old Svan residential complex of the Margiani family, the house museum of mountaineer Mikhail Khergiani.There are several mineral water springs in Mestia. One is located right in the center, the other three are on the banks of the Malakhuri River.

Near Mestia, at a distance of 7 km, there is the Khatsvali ski resort, one of the new resorts in Georgia, on the Zuruldi ridge.

In winter you can ski here, and in summer you can take a cable car to the top of the ridge, now Khatsvali is a major attraction.Mestia and partly the whole of Svaneti.

It's definitely worth climbing here.Svaneti is a very hospitable region, where you definitely want to return.

The thirteenth day

Megrelia

Zugdidi is a city in western Georgia, the administrative center of the Megrelia region. It is one of the major cities in the region, which plays an important role in the history, economy and culture of Georgia. Zugdidi is located in a picturesque valley at the foot of the Caucasus Mountains, near the Black Sea, which gives this city a special atmosphere and natural beauty.

It was the capital of the Megrelian Principality, and after Georgia joined the Russian Empire, it became an important hub on the way to the Black Sea.

One of the most famous historical monuments is the Dadiani Princes' Palace. This beautiful palace was the residence of the Megrelian princes and is an important cultural and architectural site. It houses a museum with historical exhibits, including ancient manuscripts and personal belongings of representatives of the princely family.

Botanical Garden: Zugdidi also has a botanical garden, which is a great place for walking and relaxing in nature. The garden is rich in vegetation, including rare species of trees and plants.

St. George's Cathedral: One of the key religious sites of the city, a temple with interesting architecture reflecting the traditions of Georgian temple architecture.

Zugdidi and its surroundings are a popular destination for tourism, both domestic and international. The city attracts tourists due to its historical heritage, natural beauty and cultural monuments.

The fourteenth day

Return to Tbilisi

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