Day 1: Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) - The Biltmore Tbilisi Hotel (Welcome Dinner)
Upon arrival at Tbilisi International Airport (TBS), meet and greet then transfer to the Hotel.
4 times arrival transfer provided: 10:00am - 1:00pm - 4:00pm - 6:00pm, please make sure you meet the driver on time at arrival hall because the pick-up team will leave airport on time. (If your arrival time differs from what we provide, please arrange your own transport to hotel)
The hotel’s check-in time is 3:00pm onward, but the hotel sometimes changes the time according to its own room status. If you cannot check in, you can store your luggage and check in again later.
7:00pm - Welcome Dinner at hotel. After that, free at leisure.
Overnight at The Biltmore Tbilisi Hotel 5*
Day 2: Tbilisi - Mtskheta - Ananuri - Gudauri - Stepantsminda (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Breakfast at hotel.
Before you start your trip to the mountains make a stop at Mtskheta.
[Mtskheta] it’s one of the oldest cities in Georgia. 3rd century BC old town UNESCO Heritage Site. We will go up to Jvari Monastery to have a look over the city, the river and the mountains.
[Jvari Monastery] is a sixth-century Georgian Orthodox monastery near Mtskheta, eastern Georgia. Jvari is a rare case of an Early Medieval Georgian church that has survived to the present day almost unchanged. We will go to the Jvari Church Viewpoint as well.
[Svetitskhoveli Cathedral] is an Orthodox Christian cathedral located in the historic town of Mtskheta, Georgia, to the northwest of the Georgian capital Tbilisi. A masterpiece of the Early and High Middle Ages, Svetitskhoveli is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. You may scroll along the next door market for local souvenirs and snacks.
[Ananuri] is a castle complex perched along the turquoise waters of the Aragvi River, is a prime example of Georgia’s unique blended architectural aesthetic. We will visit to the viewpoint and it's Architectural Complex .
[Friendship Monument] is a monument built in 1983 to celebrate the bicentennial of the Treaty of Georgievsk and the ongoing friendship between Soviet Georgia and Soviet Russia.
Continue to Gudauri and enjoy the lunch at local restaurant.
After lunch, continue to visit:
[Cross Pass] also known as Jvari Pass, is a high mountain pass featuring impressive panoramic views of the surrounding peaks & valleys.
Transfer to Stepantsminda City Center.
Proceed to hotel check-in and enjoy dinner at hotel.
Overnight at Rooms Hotel Kazbegi 4*
Day 3: Stepantsminda Full Day Tour (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Breakfast at hotel.
A good daytrip to Kazbegi Glacierand visit the famous Trinity Church. Kazbegi is a small town located just a couple of kilometers away from the Russian Border, from where you get jaw-dropping views of Mount Kazbek, a 5,000-meter peak.
Go up to [Gergeti Trinity Church] to enjoy the amazing views. When the weather is fair, you will enjoy the stunning view on the Mountain Kazbeg (5147m), one of the highest peaks in Georgia.
Lunch at local restaurant.
Transfer to Stepantsminda City Center.
Transfer back to hotel and enjoy dinner at hotel.
Overnight at Rooms Hotel Kazbegi 4*
Day 4: Stepantsminda - Kutaisi - Martvili - Kutaisi (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Breakfast at hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to Kutaisi.
[Kutaisi] As the third largest city in Georgia, Kutaisi is home to some of the oldest settlements in Europe.
Sightseeing to visit during tour:
[Bagrati Cathedral] is an 11th-century cathedral in the city of Kutaisi, in the Imereti region of Georgia.
[Gelati Monastery] which is a UNESCO Heritage site, located just 10 kilometers outside of town. It is also one of the first monasteries in Georgia, it was founded in 1106 by King David IV of Georgia as a monastic and educational center.
[Kutaisi State History Museum] formally known as the Niko Berdzenishvili Kutaisi State History Museum, is a museum in Kutaisi, Georgia. A major museum, it is also considered to be one of the most important scientific-research institutions in Georgia with its extensive research library and laboratory.
Scroll along the Old Kutaisi and Kutaisi Food Market.
Lunch at local restaurant.
After lunch, continue to Martvili Canyons.
[Martvili Canyon] is a natural wonder that you can’t miss while in Georgia. Experience some adventure trip in Martvili.
Transfer back to Kutaisi and enjoy the dinner in the local restaurant.
Overnight at Newport Hotel Kutaisi 4*
Day 5: Kutaisi - Borjomi (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Breakfast at hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to Borjomi.
[Borjomi] is a small resort town in Georgia located in the valley of the Mtkvari River. The town was discovered in 1810 by Russian soldiers(or at least, this is what is believed). When the mineral spring with supposedly health properties was discovered, Borjomi was developed into a resort. Enjoy a retreat and spa after days of travel and relax at the small city.
Lunch at local restaurant.
Transfer back to hotel and enjoy dinner at hotel.
Overnight at Crowne Plaza Borjomi 5*
Day 6: Borjomi - Sighnaghi - Kisiskhevi - Telavi (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Breakfast at hotel.
After breakfast, proceed to Kakheti.
[Kakheti] is known as the main wine-producing region in Georgia, so if you’re a wine lover, this is one of the best places to see in Georgia. Some of the top wineries you need to check out include Schuchmann Winery, Twins Wine Cellar, and the Pheasant’s Tears Winery.
Today we will have a chance to visit Pheasant’s Tears Winery with wine tasting experience and also lunch in the winery.
After that, we will continue to visit : Bodbe Monastery, Sighnaghi Town and Old Telavi.
[Bodbe Monastery] The monastery of St. Nino is located in the village of Bodbe, in the Sighnaghi region, Kakheti. The territory of the monastery is decorated with flower beds and bushes, vineyards and a healing spring. The history of the monastery is closely connected with the adoption of Christianity.
Enjoy a free time in Sighnaghi Town.
Transfer to Telavi.
Dinner at local restaurant.
Transfer back to hotel for check-in.
Overnight at Esquisse Design Hotel 5*
Day 7: Telavi - Naparueli - Tbilisi (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Breakfast at hotel.
After breakfast, proceed to visit Wine Yard, enjoy a country side beautiful view.
Again, we have a chance to have wine tasting experience and also lunch in the Twins Wine Cellar.
After that, transfer back to Tbilisi. It's the last view of the Old and Modern Tbilisi.
Explore the capital of Georgia, Tbilisi, and wander the old districts of the city with its narrow streets, patterned balconies, and colorful houses.
[Abanotubani] Literally "bath district", and the well-known Sulfuric Baths. Abanotubani is an important historic part of the city: it is where according to a legend the King of Iberia, Vakhtang Gorgasali’s falcon fell, leading to a discovery of the hot springs and, subsequently, to the founding of new capital.
[Legvtakhevi] a beautiful pedestrian street with a little waterfall.
[Peace Bridge] Within the bridge walkway, the low-power linear LED arrays embedded in the glass railings are triggered by 240Motion sensors as the pedestrians pass, giving an impression that the bridge lights come on for each person setting foot on the bridge. Additionally, a message in Morse code that renders the periodic table of elements goes across two parapets every hour. The lights designer Martinaud considers this communication celebration of "life and peace between people".
Walking through the street "Bambis Rigi"
[Rezo Gabriadze] Famous puppet theatre with a clock tower.
Dinner at local restaurant.
Transfer back to hotel for check-in.
Overnight at The Biltmore Tbilisi Hotel 5*
Day 8: The Biltmore Tbilisi Hotel - Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) (Breakfast)
After breakfast, transfer to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) according to your departure time.
4 times departure transfer provided: 6:00am - 9:00am - 12:00noon - 3:00pm, please make sure you are in the hotel lobby on time, because the team will leave on time.
Please check out before 12:00noon. In case of late check-out, please pay the additional fee at the front desk of the hotel.