Georgia Essentials Tour5 Days | Tbilisi, Jvari, Ananuri, Kazbegi, Sighnaghi, Bodbe

Private Tour from US$ 380
  • AnanuriAnanuri
  • TbilisiTbilisi
  • TbilisiTbilisi
  • Road to GudauriRoad to Gudauri
  • Gergeti churchGergeti church
  • JvariJvari
  • KazbegiKazbegi
  • SighnaghiSighnaghi
  • BodbeBodbe
  • Ananuri
  • Tbilisi
  • Tbilisi
  • Road to Gudauri
  • Gergeti church
  • Jvari
  • Kazbegi
  • Sighnaghi
  • Bodbe

Embark on a soul-stirring journey through the mystical landscapes and ancient landmarks of the Caucasus with our "Georgia Essentials Tour." In just 5 days, experience the heartbeat of Tbilisi, marvel at the spiritual serenity of Jvari and Ananuri, and feel dwarfed by the monumental Kazbegi mountains. From the romance-soaked streets of Sighnaghi, the "City of Love," to the breathtaking views from Bodbe Convent, this tour captures the quintessence of Georgia's rich history, vibrant culture, and unparalleled beauty. With comfortable accommodations, expert guides, and an itinerary designed to maximize your experience, you're not just booking a tour, you're securing a gateway to explore Georgia's soul. Don't miss the chance to experience all the essentials of this magical country.

Tour itinerary:

Day 1: Tbilisi – arrival
 
Arrival in Tbilisi. Transfer to the hotel. Check-in at noon. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Tbilisi – city tour
 
Meet your guide to start sightseeing tour in Tbilisi. Start at Metekhi church and monument to Vakhtang Gorgasali, the legendary founder of Tbilisi. Take cable car to Narikala Fortress to enjoy breathtaking panoramic view of the city. Walk down to the district of Sulphur bath houses passing by the only mosque in Tbilisi. Stroll through the Sharden area full of narrow streets with cozy cafés, souvenir shops, and breathe in the living past. Visit Sioni Cathedral, Anchiskhati Basilica, and the clock tower of famous Rezo Gabriadze Theatre. Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 3: Tbilisi – Sighnaghi – Bodbe – Tbilisi
 
After breakfast depart towards the Kakheti region. Arrive in Sighnaghi, the city of love, and the Royal Town, one of the crossroads of the Great Silk Road surrounded by defensive walls with 23 towers. Walk In the city and enjoy the views of Alazani Valley and the snow-capped Caucasus Mountains. Visit Bodbe convent, which according to the legend is a burial place of St. Nino, who converted Georgia to Christianity in the 4th century. Drive back to Tbilisi for overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Tbilisi – Jvari – Ananuri – Kazbegi – Tbilisi
 
At 08:30, after breakfast, drive to Jvari Monastery, a true architectural masterpiece of the early Medieval Period overlooking the confluence of Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers from the top of the hill, and Svetitskhoveli, the main cathedral of Mtskheta and a sacred place where the robe of Christ is being kept.
Continue to Ananuri architectural complex, a former residence of Argveti Dukes. Complex featuring churches and towers dating back to the 16-17th centuries is beautifully overlooking Jinvali reservoir. Continue driving on Georgian Military Highway passing through the highest point of it at 2394 m. above sea level. En-route, make a stop at the mineral water spring flowing down from a hilltop. Arrive at Kazbegi, a small town with the views of Mt. Kazbek (or Mkinvari) 5033 m, the seventh highest peak in the Caucasus Mountains. Visit Gergeti Holy Trinity Church located on altitude of 2170 and enjoy breathtaking views to Mt Kazbegi. Return to Tbilisi for overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Tbilisi – departure
 
Check-out from the hotel till noon. Free time till transfer to the airport. End of Georgia Essentials Tour.
  • All transfers (on Mercedes Sprinter passenger van); 4WD to Gergeti trinity church;
  • Accommodation based on double/twin room sharing, breakfasts included;
  • Sightseeing tour program with English speaking guide;
  • Entrance tickets to sights as per itinerary;
  • Bottled drinking water.
  • Full board (lunches and dinners);
  • Hotel charges for additional services;
  • Personal travel insurance;
  • Tips are not included, but would be appreciated.

Prices per person

 
 
Economy
Comfort
Luxe
1 person
US$ 995
US$ 1,095
US$ 1,420
2 persons
US$ 525
US$ 595
US$ 825
3 persons
US$ 445
US$ 520
US$ 740
4 persons
US$ 380
US$ 450
US$ 670
Single supplement
US$ 125
US$ 165
US$ 230
Prices are in US$ per person, discounted prices for larger groups are available on request.

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Georgia Essentials Tour Reviews

Author: Petcharat and Surachit Jamjod   |   Rating: 503 August 2018
The trip itinerary of the tour program that we visited, all are very interesting places
David, our guide, and Georgi, our driver, provided us on very good services that made we were very enjoy and happy on this trip with them
We do recommend anyone who have plan to Georgia for tourist trip using services of Advantour that will provide you interesting programs, with good transportation and hotels at reasonable price like we got in this trip.

Visited July 2018

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