Itinerary
- Day 1
Tbilisi
You'll land in Tbilisi and start right away with a guided morning tour of Georgia's capital, walking through its main neighborhoods and historical spots. Afternoon is yours to wander around on your own, grab lunch wherever catches your eye, check out some shops or cafes. By evening, head to a rooftop restaurant for dinner with local Georgian food and a relaxed atmosphere.
- Meals
- Dinner (Rooftop dinner with laid-back vibes)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Brim (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Tbilisi with local guide
- Cable car ride to Narikala Fortress
- Visit to sulphur baths
- Rooftop dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore colourful houses and modern architecture
- Visit Tbilisi cafes and shops
- Free afternoon exploration of the city
Landmarks Narikala Fortress Sulphur Baths 
- Day 2
Tbilisi to Kakheti Region
Early start for the drive to Kakheti wine region. First, you'll see Sighnaghi, an old fortified town with narrow streets and great views. Then you're eating a homemade Georgian feast at a local family's house, learning how they make wine using traditional clay jar fermentation at a UNESCO-listed winery. After that comes instruction on Georgian BBQ cooking before heading back to Tbilisi. Evening is free to rest or explore the city on your own.
- Meals
- Lunch (Homemade Georgian feast at local family home with wine)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Brim (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Sighnaghi (City of Love)
- Homemade Georgian feast at local family home
- Wine-making lesson
- Mtsvadi (traditional Georgian BBQ) cooking lesson
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage winery with Qvevri clay jars
Optional Activities
- Free evening in Tbilisi to sample wine and local restaurants
Landmarks Sighnaghi Kakheti Region Winery - Day 3
Tbilisi to Mtskheta to Stepantsminda
After breakfast, you're heading to Mtskheta, an ancient capital from 3000 years ago where you'll see two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From there, the drive takes you along the Georgian Military Highway through the Caucasus Mountains, passing Zhinvali Reservoir. By afternoon you'll reach Stepantsminda with views of Mt Kazbek 16,558 feet/5,047 meters towering above. You've got free time to settle in and take in the scenery.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Darchi Kazbegi (or similar))
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Visit Jvari Church (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Drive on Georgian Military Highway
- View Zhinvali Reservoir
- Travel through Caucasus Mountains
Optional Activities
- Free time in Stepantsminda
- Visit Mt Kazbek viewpoints
Landmarks Jvari Church Svetitskhoveli Cathedral Zhinvali Reservoir Mt Kazbek 
- Day 4
Stepantsminda
This is a hiking day starting early with a walk through valleys and woodlands in the mountains, passing by churches and a village nestled between snow peaks. You'll reach Gergeti Church perched high up with views worth the climb. After that, the trek through Truso Gorge takes you past isolated villages with ancient stone towers. You're back in Stepantsminda by evening, tired but satisfied.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Darchi Kazbegi (or similar))
Included Activities
- Morning walk through valleys, woodlands, and mountains
- Visit Gergeti Church
- Hike through Truso Gorge
- Explore remote mountain villages and ancient towers
Landmarks Gergeti Church Truso Gorge 
- Day 5
Stepantsminda to Gori to Kutaisi
Leaving Stepantsminda, you drive to Gori to visit Stalin's birthplace house and the museum there. Then it's on to Kutaisi, one of the oldest cities in the world, where you'll see old cathedrals, waterfalls, and get a feel for the local scene. The city's known for a lively nightlife if you're interested in checking that out.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kutaisi Inn (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Stalin's birthplace house and museum in Gori
- Travel to Kutaisi, ancient city named after the myth of the Argonauts
Optional Activities
- Explore Kutaisi's cathedrals and nearby waterfalls
- Experience Kutaisi's club scene
Landmarks Stalin's Birthplace House Gori Kutaisi 
- Day 6
Kutaisi to Mestia
Start this morning at the Kutaisi agricultural market checking out local produce and getting a feel for the area. After that, head to Martvili Canyon where you'll take a boat ride through the gorge and get some great views of the canyon walls and water. Later you'll drive to Mestia in Svaneti, which sits in the mountains with snow-covered peaks and traditional houses scattered around. The whole route takes you through rolling fields, past lakes and waterfalls, so the landscape changes quite a bit as you move from the market to your final stop for the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sun Tower (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Kutaisi agricultural market to sample local produce
- Boat ride through Martvili Canyon with views of steep-sided gorges and waterfalls
Landmarks Kutaisi Agricultural Market Martvili Canyon Svaneti 
- Day 7
Kutaisi to Mestia
Start your day at Kutaisi's agricultural market tasting fresh local produce and getting a feel for how locals shop. Drive through Martvili Canyon with crystal clear water and steep rocky walls on both sides. Later you reach Mestia in Svaneti, surrounded by snowy peaks, green fields, lakes, waterfalls, and colorful wildflowers everywhere.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sun Tower (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Kutaisi Agricultural Market
- Glide through Martvili Canyon on clear water
- Travel to Mestia in Svaneti region
Optional Activities
- Sample local produce at agricultural market
Landmarks Kutaisi Agricultural Market Martvili Canyon Mestia - Day 8
Mestia to Kutaisi
Leaving Mestia, you drive to Gelati to see UNESCO World Heritage Sites and ancient buildings, including one of Europe's oldest schools and the burial place of David the Builder. Later you return to Kutaisi for an orientation walk through town, dinner, and a good night's sleep before your last full day.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kutaisi Inn (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Gelati UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Visit one of Europe's oldest education centres
- Visit tomb of David the Builder
- Kutaisi orientation tour
- Dinner in Kutaisi
Landmarks Gelati Monastery Kutaisi - Day 9
Mestia
Four-wheel drive takes you to Ushguli, Europe's highest village where people actually live year-round, and it's a UNESCO site. From there you hike to Shkara glacier with Caucasus Mountain views, ancient towers scattered around, and alpine flowers blooming. Back in Mestia, you'll have a calm dinner and time to relax.
- Meals
- Dinner (Relaxing dinner in Mestia)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Brim (or similar))
Included Activities
- 4x4 travel to Ushguli (highest permanently settled village in Europe, UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Hike to Shkara glacier
- View Caucasus Mountains, ancient towers, and flowers
- Relaxing dinner in Mestia
Landmarks Ushguli Shkara Glacier - Day 10
Tbilisi Departure
Final breakfast in Tbilisi and then your departure. Tour ends.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final breakfast
