Surprising Georgia - From the Stone Past to Virgin Canyons

DAY 1: Transfer from Tbilisi Airport to the capital

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

Accommodation: Ibis Styles Tbilisi Center 4*

18 km | 00:25 by car

DAY 2: 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 Theater, as well as the distinctive Rustaveli Theater 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 gain height as we take the cable car up to Narikala Fortress, the ancient defensive citadel from the 4th century that offers the best panoramic views of the capital. Afterwards, we will enter the picturesque district of Abanotubani, known worldwide for its historic sulfur baths and the charm of its medieval streets. Finally, we will conclude this unforgettable day by visiting the Anchiskhati Basilica, the oldest church in the city.

Accommodation: Ibis Styles Tbilisi Center 4*

2 km | 00:26 by car

DAY 3: Tbilisi - Gori - Uplistsikhe - Akhaltsikhe

We will leave Tbilisi behind to travel west and enter the Kartli region. Our first stop will be in the city of Gori, where we will visit the Stalin Museum. In this historical complex, we will delve into the life of the controversial Soviet leader, observing his original birthplace and his imposing personal armored train car. A few kilometers away, we will go back in time visiting Uplistsikhe, a fascinating rock city carved into sandstone. We will walk through its ancient streets, exploring theaters, pharmacies, and pagan temples dating from the Iron Age, all with privileged views of the Mtkvari River. After this archaeological immersion, we will continue our journey south until we reach Akhaltsikhe.

Accommodation: Hotel Gino Wellness Rabath 4*

248 km | 04:12 by car

DAY 4: Akhaltsikhe - Vardzia - Khertvisi - Rabati - Kutaisi

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, our day will begin exploring the majestic Vardzia, an impressive 12th-century rock-cut monastery city, where we will enter its tunnels to admire unique medieval frescoes. Next, we will make a scenic stop in front of the historic Khertvisi Fortress, one of the oldest fortifications in Georgia. A highlight will be our crossing over a picturesque suspension bridge over the Kura River. To finish, we will head to the extraordinary Rabati Fortress in Akhaltsikhe, where we will walk along its imposing walls, gardens, and museum.

Accommodation: Best Western Kutaisi 4*

299 km | 05:45 by car

DAY 5: Kutaisi - Okatse - Martvili - Batumi

We will leave Kutaisi behind to enter the lush nature of western Georgia. Our first stop will be in the Imereti region to explore the Okatse Canyon. There we will experience a dizzying adventure walking on its famous walkway suspended over the abyss, from where we will enjoy unparalleled views of the deep gorge and virgin forest. Later, we will move to the Samegrelo region to discover the magic of Martvili Canyon. This place seems straight out of a fairy tale, with its intense turquoise waters and dense vegetation. If the water level allows, we will take a relaxing boat ride along the Abasha River, sailing between moss-covered rock walls. After a day of total immersion in these natural jewels, we will descend to the Black Sea coast to end in the vibrant city of Batumi.

Accommodation: Best Western Premier Batumi 4*

241 km | 04:40 by car

DAY 6: Batumi - 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 will captivate us with its impressive wood carvings and recreations that celebrate the soul and traditional customs of Georgia. Later, we will head south to explore the historic Gonio Fortress, an ancient Roman bastion from the 1st century. We will walk among ruins that whisper stories of the Silk Road and sacred legends. To close the day, we will return to the heart of the city to explore downtown Batumi, losing ourselves in the charming streets of the old town and its iconic coastal Boulevard.

Accommodation: Best Western Premier Batumi 4*

30 km | 01:10 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.

6 km | 00:15 by car