Hands-On Georgian Knife Forging Workshop in Mukhrani

Step into a real blacksmith’s workshop and forge your own traditional Georgian knife. Guided by a master craftsman, you’ll heat, hammer, and shape raw steel into a one-of-a-kind souvenir.
Your experience begins in the historic village of Mukhrani, where you’ll be welcomed into the rustic workshop of Nika, a passionate local blacksmith. Surrounded by the tools of the blacksmithing and the scent of burning charcoal, you’ll learn about the history of Georgian blades like the "khanjali" and "kindjal".

Then, step up to the forge yourself. Under Nika’s expert guidance, you’ll heat raw steel in a traditional charcoal fire, then hammer, twist, and shape it on the anvil using centuries-old techniques.

As sparks fly and metal transforms, you’ll feel the true craftsmanship behind these iconic weapons. You’ll also learn about Nika’s journey as a self-taught artisan and the cultural heritage of metallurgy in Georgia.

As your blade is finished, it’s time to celebrate your hard work. You’ll raise a glass of local Georgian wine, enjoy a tasting of artisan cheese, and join Nika in a traditional Georgian toast to your craft and effort. This final moment, surrounded by warmth and hospitality, brings the experience full circle—leaving you with an unforgettable memories of Georgia’s living traditions.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.