Essence of Georgia Express

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 - 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 in 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.

Accommodation: Best Western Kutaisi 4*

267 km | 04:44 by car

DAY 4: 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 World Heritage Site, a sacred precinct that will dazzle us with its ancient frescoes and its importance in the Georgian Golden Age. Later, we will descend into the depths of the earth in Prometheus Cave, a magical natural system adorned with impressive illuminated stalactites and stalagmites. If water level conditions permit, we will sail on its mysterious underground river. To finish, we will head to the Black Sea coast, concluding in the dynamic city of Batumi.

Accommodation: Best Western Premier Batumi 4*

197 km | 03:55 by car

DAY 5: 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