Classic Georgia and Wine Route

DAY 1: Transfer from Batumi airport to Batumi

We will transfer from the airport to the hotel with the assistance of our guide, who will accompany you throughout the journey.

Accommodation: Best Western Premier Batumi 4*

6 km | 00:15 by car

DAY 2: Batumi - its surroundings

After enjoying a relaxing breakfast at the hotel, we will dedicate the morning to connecting with the cultural roots of the region at the Batumi Ethnographic Museum. This unique space, the work of sculptor Kemal Turmanidze, will captivate us with its impressive wood carvings and recreations that celebrate the soul and traditional customs of Georgia in a visual and artistic way. Later, we will move south to explore the historic Gonio Fortress. In this ancient 1st-century Roman bastion, we will stroll among ruins that whisper stories of the Silk Road and sacred legends, such as the supposed location of the tomb of the Apostle Matthias, all with the Black Sea breeze in the background. To close the day with a cosmopolitan touch, we will return to the heart of the city to tour the center of Batumi. We will lose ourselves in the charming streets of the old town and stroll along its iconic coastal Boulevard, absorbing the vibrant atmosphere and eclectic architecture of this Caucasus gem.

Accommodation: Best Western Premier Batumi 4*

30 km | 01:10 by car

DAY 3: Batumi - Dendrological Park - Ubisa - Tbilisi

After a relaxing breakfast at the hotel, we will begin our adventure discovering the natural richness of the coast at the Shekvetili Dendrological Park. This impressive modern botanical garden unfolds as a biodiversity sanctuary facing the Black Sea, where we will stroll among a unique collection of more than 200 species of exotic plants, explore its fascinating tropical greenhouse and venture into its artistic hedge maze. Later, our journey will take a turn towards history and spirituality as we head to Ubisa Monastery. Nestled in a picturesque mountain landscape, this 9th-century complex houses one of Georgia's most valuable artistic treasures: its vibrant 14th-century frescoes. The visit to this sacred place will allow us to appreciate the mastery of the medieval pictorial school and enjoy the peace emanating from its surroundings, offering us a deep and serene cultural experience on our way to the capital.

Accommodation: Ibis Styles Tbilisi Center 4*

377 km | 06:07 by car

DAY 4: Tbilisi - Guided tour

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we will begin our cultural immersion on the vibrant Rustaveli Avenue, the beating heart of Tbilisi. On this elegant boulevard, we will admire architectural gems such as the imposing Parliament and the neo-Moorish Opera Theatre, as well as the distinctive Rustaveli Theatre and the beautiful Kashveti Church. Our tour will then take us to Metekhi Square, where the historic church and the equestrian statue of King Vakhtang Gorgasali will give us privileged views over the Mtkvari River. The experience will reach new heights as we take the cable car up to Narikala Fortress, the ancient 4th-century defensive citadel offering the best panoramic views of the capital. Later, we will enter the picturesque Abanotubani district, world-famous for its historic sulfur baths and charming medieval streets. Finally, we will culminate this unforgettable day by visiting the Anchiskhati Basilica, the oldest church in the city, where time seems to stand still among its walls and secular frescoes.

Accommodation: Ibis Styles Tbilisi Center 4*

2 km | 00:26 by car

DAY 5: Tbilisi - Mtskheta - Uplistsikhe - Gori - Kutaisi

We will leave Tbilisi behind to first visit the ancient capital and religious center of Georgia, Mtskheta. There we will explore its World Heritage treasures: the panoramic Jvari Monastery and the sacred Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Next, we will travel through ancient history at Uplistsikhe, an impressive Iron Age rock city where we will walk among caves and temples carved into sandstone. Our next stop will be in the nearby city of Gori, where we will visit the Stalin Museum to learn about the birthplace and trajectory of the Soviet leader. Finally, we will continue our journey west, entering the legendary land of Colchis, until we reach Kutaisi, where we will stay.

Accommodation: Best Western Kutaisi 4*

267 km | 04:44 by car

DAY 6: Kutaisi - Bagrati - Gelati - Prometheus - Batumi

We will start our day exploring the authenticity of the Kutaisi Agricultural Market, a vibrant place where the aromas and colors of local products will surround us. After this immersion in daily life, we will climb Ukimerioni Hill to admire Bagrati Cathedral, an imposing medieval structure that offers the best panoramic views of the city. We will continue the historical tour at the Gelati Academy, a UNESCO Heritage Site, a sacred precinct that will dazzle us with its ancient frescoes and its importance in the Georgian Golden Age. Later, we will venture into the depths of the earth in Prometheus Cave, a magical natural system adorned with impressive illuminated stalactites and stalagmites. There, we will have the opportunity to navigate its mysterious underground river, provided water level conditions permit at the time of the visit. To end this day full of emotions and geographical contrasts, we will leave the inland landscapes behind to head towards the Black Sea coast, concluding our journey in the dynamic city of Batumi.

Accommodation: Best Western Premier Batumi 4*

197 km | 03:55 by car

DAY 7: Transfer from Batumi to Batumi airport

We will transfer from the hotel to the airport according to the scheduled flight time, with the assistance of our guide, who will accompany you throughout the journey.

6 km | 00:15 by car