Georgia – Tbilisi, Kazbegi & Batumi

Meet & Greet at the airport and transfer to Tbilisi hotel Check In at the hotel Overnight in…

Day-wise itinerary

1. 01

   Day 1: Arrival in TBS airport; Transfer to Tbilisi hotel

   Meet & Greet at the airport and transfer to Tbilisi hotel

   Check In at the hotel

   Overnight in Tbilisi

2. 02

   Day 2: Heritage Journey through Mtskheta and Tbilisi

   Breakfast at the hotel

   Drive to Mtskheta, former capital of Georgia. Mtskheta is a UNESCO heritage site located at the crossing of two rivers and the ancient trade routes. Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta is a splendid architectural monument and the first Christian church in Georgia (XI c). It is the burial site of Georgian monarchs of the Bagrationi dynasty. Jesus Christ’s robe is believed to be buried inside as well. Visit Jvari Church (VIc) that stands on a hill overlooking the confluence of the Mtkvari and the Aragvi rivers.

   Explore the historical neighborhood of Tbilisi Metekhi, Sioni and Anchiskhati churches stand next to soviet structures and new buildings of the President Palace, the Justice house, the famous Bridge of peace. Lift to Narikala fortress by cable car and visit the statue of Mother of Georgia, standing proudly next to the fortress.

   From Narikala walk down to Sulfur bath district constructed in the XVII- XVIII centuries under Islamic architectural style. The district is also called “Abanotubani” where several, hot sulfur springs immersed. This place is legendary which gave birth to city life even before the V century. Visit Waterfall near botanical garden. Then continue the tour to Chardin Street, a famous pedestrian area aligned with international cafes, small shops and Gabriadze Puppet Theater with the clock tower.

   Overnight in Tbilisi

3. 03

   Day 3: Highland Harmony: Zhinvali to Kazbegi Expedition

   Breakfast at the hotel

   On the way to Kazbegi you will make a stop in Ananuri and Zhinvali Reservoir for a couple of minutes. Zhinvali, also Jinvali, is an artificial water reservoir located on the river Aragvi in Georgia. The building of the hydroelectric dam formed the Zhinvali Reservoir. The dam was built in 1986. Water is a perfectly blue color surrounded by mountains. Ananuri fortress is a sixteenth-century castle complex on the Aragvi River. The fortress stands beside the famous Georgian Military Highway, overlooking a large Zhinvali lake. Continue a stunning drive from Gudauri along the Tergi River that will bring you to Kazbegi – the main town in the region. It is the third-highest peak in Georgia (after Mount Shkhara and Janga) and the seventh-highest summit in the Caucasus Mountains. Kazbegi is also the second- highest volcanic summit in the Caucasus, after Mount Elbrus. The summit lies directly to the west of the town of Stepantsminda and is the most prominent geographic feature of the area. Mount Kazbegi is the highest peak of Eastern Georgia. From Kazbegi we drive to Gergeti Trinity Church located at 2170m. Weather permitting, you may catch a glimpse of one of the highest glaciers in the Caucasus – Mt Kazbegi (5047m).

   Overnight in Tbilisi

4. 04

   Day 4: Head to Batumi via Martvili canyon

   Breakfast at the hotel

   We take an early morning drive to the direction of Martvili canyons, Georgia's most spectacular canyon. This wonderful place is located in the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti region, Georgia. Martvili district is truly one of the gorgeous places in Georgia – combining a unique natural environment. You will be shocked by brilliant scenery, sensational waterfalls, and a boat trip in the deep green color. You can lend a boat with a boatman, and he will take you on an unforgettable journey between high rocks in the canyon. The walls of the canyons are covered with moss.

   Overnight in Batumi

5. 05

   Day 5: Batumi Bliss: Seaside Wonders and Mountain Marvels tour

   Breakfast at the hotel

   Piazza square is the start point of the tour, then we move to Church of St. Nicholas. Next stop is Europe square and statue of Medea. From here we go to the drama theater of Batumi. Afterwards the group visits the dancing fountain and walks down to the boulevard. Then we visit the moving statue of Ali & Nino and Batumi port. Later on the same day it’s a good idea to take a walk in Batumi Botanical Garden, located at the distance of 9 km from the center of Batumi, being spread to the height of 0-220 meters from the sea level, which not long time ago was totally covered with Kolkheti type forest (beech, chestnut, linden) and evergreen sub-forest. The garden is distinguished by century-long parks, unique collections of subtropical flora, as well as succulents, palms, roses, camellias, citrus, bamboos, magnolia, Cyprus, pine- trees, nut, persimmon and maple tree collections.

   Overnight in Batumi

6. 06

   Day 6: Return back to Tbilisi via Prometheus cave

   Breakfast at the hotel

   After breakfast proceed to Prometheus cave to see beautiful natural monuments of the world. It is about 60-70 million years old. This beautifully shaped karst cave with stunning strips of stalactites and stalagmites once again will convince you of the enormous power of nature and will travel you in the fairy world. In the cave, it is possible to travel by boat on the river flow.

   Return back to Tbilisi

   Overnight in Tbilisi

7. 07

   Day 7: Departure day

   Breakfast at the hotel

   According to the flight details transfer to the airport.