Fortress Route: 6 Days of Military History

DAY 1: Transfer from Kutaisi Airport to Kutaisi

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 Kutaisi 4*

25 km | 00:30 by car

DAY 2: Kutaisi - Bagrati - Gelati - Prometheus - Borjomi - Akhaltsikhe

Our route today starts from Kutaisi, heading first to the imposing Bagrati Cathedral. From its privileged location on Ukimerioni Hill, we will enjoy a complete panoramic view of the city before continuing to the Gelati Monastery. This complex, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will allow us to appreciate medieval architecture and valuable frescoes from what was a great academy in the 12th century. Leaving human history behind, we will venture into the spectacular geology of Prometheus Cave, exploring its chambers filled with millennial formations and, if water level conditions are favorable, sailing its underground river. Finally, the journey will take us south to Borjomi, an oasis of tranquility famous for its volcanic springs.

Accommodation: Hotel Gino Wellness Rabath 4*

239 km | 04:57 by car

DAY 3: Akhaltsikhe - Vardzia - Khertvisi - Tbilisi

Today, we will begin the day exploring the majestic Vardzia, an extraordinary 12th-century rock-hewn monastery-city that will transport us to the past. We will venture into its labyrinthine tunnels to discover unique medieval frescoes and visit its ancient wine cellars, witnesses to the millennial winemaking tradition of the area. We will continue our route to the imposing Khertvisi Fortress, one of the oldest fortifications in Georgia, strategically located in the Samtskhe-Javakheti valley; there we will admire its robust walls and enjoy unparalleled panoramic views. Finally, we will head to Tbilisi to conclude the day, crossing dreamlike landscapes dominated by the imposing mountains of the Lesser Caucasus.

Accommodation: Ibis Styles Tbilisi Center 4*

287 km | 05:30 by car

DAY 4: Tbilisi - Guided Tour

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 offer us privileged views over the Mtkvari River. The experience will gain height as we ascend by cable car to Narikala Fortress, the ancient 4th-century defensive citadel that offers the best panoramic views of the capital. Later, we will enter the picturesque Abanotubani district, known worldwide for its historic sulfur baths and the charm of its medieval alleyways. Finally, we will conclude by visiting the Anchiskhati Basilica, the oldest church in the city.

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 treasures declared World Heritage Sites: the panoramic Jvari Monastery and the sacred Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Next, we will travel through ancient history in Uplistsikhe, an impressive Iron Age rock-hewn city where we will walk among caves and temples carved into the 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 career of the Soviet leader. Finally, we will continue our journey westward to reach Kutaisi.

Accommodation: Best Western Kutaisi 4*

267 km | 04:44 by car

DAY 6: Transfer from Kutaisi to Kutaisi 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.

25 km | 00:30 by car