Day 1 – Airport (Tbilisi)-Tbilisi
Arrive in Tbilisi. Meet at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Today, you are free to explore the city on your own. You can take one of the nightlife walking tours or a street food tour.
Day 2 – Tbilisi
Today we will explore the capital of Georgia, Tbilisi. Wonder in the old districts of the city which are structured like terraces, as well as take a walk in the narrow streets to enjoy colorful houses, patterned balconies and wonderful samples of modern architecture. We will start the tour from the Metekhi church (13th century), facing magnificent views over old Tbilisi. A stroll along winding little streets takes us to the main sights of the city. Afterward, take cable cars up to the ancient Narikala fortress (4th century) to enjoy the panoramic views of the whole town. Visit Tbilisi Mall for shopping. Overnight at a hotel in Tbilisi.
Day 3 – Tbilisi-Sighnaghi-Velistsikhe-Tsinandali-Tbilisi
Today we travel in the Kakheti region famous for being a winemaking area, as well as associated with welcoming hospitality. Here we can see both snowy Caucasus mountains and fertile valleys. Firstly we visit the 18th century beautiful, the small town of Sighnaghi, which will impress us with its old fence and tiny houses with tile roofs and decorated balconies. From here, we can see the picturesque views of Alazani Valley and the Great Caucasus mountains. Later visit the traditional Georgian wine cellar, which is a kind of ethnographic museum where we can find Georgian wine cellar characteristic features, as well as ancient things. Here we taste wine made by traditional way in Kvevri (clay vessel). This method of winemaking is inscribed in the UNESCO intangible heritage list. Here you will have lunch also with homemade food (including Georgian Shashlik \”Mtsvadi\”) and then continue to visit the estate and the beautiful garden of Georgian Dukes from the 19th century in Tsinandali. Afterward, drive back to Tbilisi. Overnight at a hotel in Tbilisi. (B/L/-)
Day 4 – Tbilisi-Mtskheta-Gori-Uplistsikhe-Tbilisi
Today we will visit the ancient capital and religious center of Georgia – Mtskheta (3000 years old) and see its historical places: Jvari church and impressive Svetitskhoveli Cathedral where the Robe of Christ is buried. Both Jvari and Svetitskhoveli are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Then drive to visit the town of Gori and its historical place: Uplistsikhe Cave Town (1st millennium BC). Uplistsikhe is the place where the Great Silk Road used to pass. This is an old and impressive complex with dwelling quarters, wine-cellars, bakeries, a three-nave basilica church hewn out in rock, and even an antic theatre. Afterward, return to Tbilisi. Overnight at a hotel in Tbilisi.
Day 5 – Tbilisi-Gudauri-Tbilisi
In the morning, we drive to visit the Ananuri architectural complex (17th century), the two churches and the fortress overlook the Zhinvali water reservoir. The carvings on the churches are one of the best samples of Georgian art. Then continue to North, towards the Caucasus Mountains. Arrive in Gudauri ski resort and enjoy some free time to see the beautiful Caucasus Mountains and snow (if available). Afterward, return to Tbilisi. Overnight at a hotel in Tbilisi.
Day 6 – Bye Bye Georgia
It is your last day in Georgia. You can do some last moment souvenir shopping. Transfer to the airport and departure.
