Tbilisi: 5-Day Guided Tour with Wine Tasting and Transfers
ID: GYG1206797-1852267
Categorie:
Land: Georgië
Duur:
5 dagen
Beschrijving
Explore the highlights of Georgia on a 5-day guided tour from Tbilisi. Visit the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe, the underground city of Vardzia, and the Rabat Fortress.
Day 1: Tbilisi (12:00-15:00)
Begin your journey with a guided tour of Tbilisi. Explore the historic district of Old Tbilisi, where you’ll find the unique sulfur baths of Abanotubani and the ancient Anchiskhati Church, the oldest building in the city.
Stroll through New Tbilisi, visiting the famous Vakhtang Gorgasali Square and Shardeni Street. See the Metekhi Church, Freedom Square, and the Gabriadze Puppet Theater. End your day with a visit to the modern Rike Park and the stunning Bridge of Peace.
Day 2: Mtskheta, Gori, and Uplistsikhe (09:00-19:00)
Travel to Mtskheta, Georgia’s ancient capital, and visit the Jvari Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, where the robe of Christ is said to be buried.
Next, head to Gori to visit the Stalin Museum, dedicated to the Soviet leader who was born here. Finally, explore the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe, one of the oldest settlements in Georgia.
Day 3: Vardzia, Rabat, and Borjomi (07:00-22:00)
Visit the underground city of Vardzia, founded in the 12th century by Queen Tamara. Explore its tunnels, alleys, and staircases, and admire the frescoes in the cave monastery.
Continue to the Rabat Fortress, the largest fortress in Georgia, with its palace, towers, and labyrinth garden. End your day in the resort town of Borjomi, famous for its mineral springs.
Day 4: Kakheti, Bodbe, and Signagi (09:00-20:00)
Begin your day in the village of Manavi, where you’ll taste traditional Georgian wine, chacha, and snacks. Continue to Badiauri to see how traditional bread is made and taste local cheeses.
Visit the city of Signagi, known as the “City of Love,” and admire the views of the Alazani Valley. Stop at the Bodbe Monastery, famous for its connection to Saint Nino, and visit the holy spring of St. Nino. Enjoy a wine tasting at a local cellar.
Day 5: Kazbegi, Ananuri, and Gudauri (09:00-21:00)
Travel along the Georgian Military Road to Kazbegi, a highland region of Georgia. Stop at the Zhinvali Reservoir and the Ananuri Fortress. In Pasanauri, see the black and white Aragvi rivers flow side by side and taste local honey and chacha.
Drive past the Gudauri ski center and admire the mountain views. Visit the Monument of Friendship and see the turquoise lake. Stop at a travertine mountain to taste mineral water.
Arrive in Stepantsminda and see Mount Kazbek, one of the most famous peaks of the Caucasus Mountains. Visit the Gergeti Trinity Church, located at 2200 meters above sea level.
Hoogtepunten
- Discover the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe, built 3,000-5,000 years ago
- Explore the underground city of Vardzia, founded in the 12th century
- Visit the Rabat Fortress, the largest fortress in Georgia, founded in the 9th century
- Taste traditional Georgian homemade wine, chacha, and snacks in Manavi
- See the Monastery of the Holy Trinity "Gergeti" at 2,200 meters above sea level
Talen
BELANGRIJKE INFORMATIE
The tour involves a lot of walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
Weather can vary, so bring weather-appropriate clothing.
Sunscreen is recommended for sun protection.
Camera is recommended for capturing the beautiful sights.
INCLUDED
- Professional guide
- Excursions in Tbilisi, Mtskheta, Gori, Uplistsikhe, Vardzia, Rabat, Borjomi, Kakheti, Bodbe, Signagi, Kazbegi, Ananuri, Gudauri
- Wine tasting in Kakheti
- Visit to Stalin Museum
- Visit to Jvari Monastery
- Visit to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
- Visit to Uplistsikhe cave city
- Visit to Vardzia underground city
- Visit to Rabat Fortress
- Visit to Borjomi resort town
- Visit to Signagi city of love
- Visit to Bodbe Monastery
- Visit to Zhinvali reservoir
- Visit to Ananuri Fortress
- Visit to Gudauri ski center
- Visit to Stepantsminda
- Visit to Mount Kazbek
- Visit to Gergeti Monastery
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