Even an experienced traveler, who has not been to Georgia, is missing a lot. This wonderful country on the shores of the Black Sea is famous for its beautiful mountains, medieval monuments, great wine, the most delicious cuisine and sincere and hospitable people. There is no other joyful country like Georgia, and we highly recommend not even consider, but just get a ticket to Georgia. The 7-day Georgia Private Classic Tour will gift you a spectrum of positive emotions and sweet memories.
Tour itinerary:
Arrival in Tbilisi. Transfer to hotel. Check-in at noon. Free time in Tbilisi. Overnight at the hotel.
Meet your guide to start sightseeing tour in Tbilisi. Start at Holy Trinity cathedral, one of the largest orthodox cathedrals in the world. Continue to Metekhi church and monument to Vakhtang Gorgasali, the legendary founder of Tbilisi. Take the 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, wine tasting bars, souvenir shops, and breathe in the living past. Visit Sioni Cathedral, Anchiskhati Basilica, and the clock tower of famous Rezo Gabriadze Theatre. In the evening, enjoy welcome dinner with folklore show at traditional restaurant. Overnight in Tbilisi.
After breakfast, drive to Mtskheta, one of the oldest towns and the cultural and religious centre of Georgia. Mtskheta was the capital of the Eastern Georgian Kingdom of Iberia from the third century BC. Visit 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. A complex featuring churches and towers dating back to the XVI-XVII cc. 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 views of Mt. Kazbek (or Mkinvari) 5033 m, the seventh highest peak in the Caucasus Mountains. Visit Gergeti Holy Trinity Church located at an altitude of 2170 and enjoy breathtaking views to Mt Kazbegi. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Gori and visit Stalin Museum. The museum includes more than 60,000 artifacts, the tiny house where Stalin was born, and impressive bulletproof train Stalin used to travel to Yalta and Potsdam. Explore cave town Uplistsikhe dating back to Hellenistic Period and notable for unique combination of various styles of rock-cut cultures and the co-existence of pagan and Christian architecture. Return to Tbilisi for overnight.
After breakfast depart towards the Kakheti region of Georgia, the cradle of Georgian wine. Beautiful road lies through Gombori pass. Our first stop will be in Telavi, the administrative and historic center of the region. Have a short walk-through charming streets of old Telavi and have a photo stop at the monument to Erekli II. Drive to Tsinandali, the residence of dukes of Georgia with beautiful English garden, a museum, and the wine cellar which belonged to prince Chavchavadze, 19th century public figure and poet. Continue to Alaverdi Cathedral, the second tallest cathedral in Georgia and an outstanding example of medieval Georgian architecture of 11th century. Return to Telavi for overnight.
Continue exploring Kakheti region and Alazani valley. Check-out from hotel and drive to Gremi architectural complex, 16th century royal residence and the capital of Kakheti Kingdom. Gloomy and monumental, the Gremi castle is one of the most visited tourist points in Georgia. Next stop will be at unique wine cellar “Khareba” located in the tunnel carved out of the rock. Originally built for military purposes, today the tunnel is used to store Khareba’s finest wines. Wine tour and wine tasting. Continue to 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. Depart to Tbilisi, making en-route stop at Bodbe convent, which according to the legend is a burial place of St. Nino, who converted Georgia to Christianity in the 4th century. According to Tsar Alexader III of Russia decree, since 1889 Bodbe complex functions as a nunnery. Continue driving to Tbilisi. Overnight at the hotel.
Price includes:
- All transfers (1-2 pax by sedan, 3-4 pax by Mercedes Vito or similar, 5-10 pax by Mercedes Sprinter passenger van);
- Accommodation based on double/twin room sharing, breakfasts included;
- Sightseeing tour program with English speaking guide;
- Entrance tickets to sights as per itinerary;
- Welcome dinner with folklore show in Tbilisi;
- Wine tasting at Khareba winery;
- Separate 4x4 car drive to Gergeti trinity church in Kazbegi;
- Bottled drinking water.
Price doesn't include:
- Full board (lunches and dinners);
- Hotel charges for additional services;
- Personal travel insurance;
- Tips are not included, but would be appreciated.
Prices, per person
Prices are in US$ per person, discounted prices for larger groups are available on request.
Accommodation
Economy:
Stay Boutique Hotel / Kopala / Tiflis / Ginger / Monday / Ramada By Wyndham Tbilisi Old City
Comfort:
River Side / Museum / Ibis Styles / New Tiflis
Luxe:
Ambassadori / Tiflis Palace / Rooms Hotel / Swissôtel Tbilisi / Wyndham Grand
Stay Boutique Hotel / Kopala / Tiflis / Ginger / Monday / Ramada By Wyndham Tbilisi Old City
Comfort:
River Side / Museum / Ibis Styles / New Tiflis
Luxe:
Ambassadori / Tiflis Palace / Rooms Hotel / Swissôtel Tbilisi / Wyndham Grand
Economy:
Sunshine Kazbegi / Horizon Kazbegi / Best View / NOA Kazbegi / Alpenhaus Kazbegi
Comfort:
Intourist Kazbegi / Memoir / Mountain House / Northgate / Capra
Luxe:
Rooms
Sunshine Kazbegi / Horizon Kazbegi / Best View / NOA Kazbegi / Alpenhaus Kazbegi
Comfort:
Intourist Kazbegi / Memoir / Mountain House / Northgate / Capra
Luxe:
Rooms
Tour Request
Georgia Classic Tour Reviews
Author: Alex Leman | Rating: 525 July 2023
We returned from our recent trip to Georgia about two weeks ago and now feel obliged to express our admiration. We chose the AdvanceTour option and our assigned curator, Nadezhda, was exceptional. With 8 days at our disposal, we carefully discussed the various options with her. She provided us with comprehensive explanations and promptly answered all our questions both before and during the trip, making sure that every issue was promptly resolved. Throughout our journey, we had the pleasure of exploring numerous destinations with our outstanding driver Archil, who had a deep knowledge of every road, demonstrating remarkable skills in navigating difficult mountainous terrain even in adverse weather conditions such as rain and fog. In addition, our guide Nino enriched our experience by sharing information about the rich history, nature, economy, political landscape, customs and folklore of Georgia. We enjoyed delicious national cuisine and tasting local wines, and made meaningful connections with the kindhearted people we met, who quickly became our friends. Our travel experience has left us with great love and we wholeheartedly recommend Advantour to anyone who wants to explore the wonders of Georgia.
Dr.Lina & Dr.Alex
Visited June 2023
Dr.Lina & Dr.Alex
Visited June 2023
