3-day Kutaisi and its Vicinities Tour3 Days | Private | Kutaisi, Gelati, Motsameta, Prometheus Cave, Martvili Canyon

Embark on a three-day Kutaisi and its Vicinities tour, crafted to showcase Georgia's stunning beauty in a way that's enjoyable yet not overly exhausting for the whole family. This journey takes you to the grand Bagrati Cathedral, the UNESCO-listed Gelati Academy, and the serene Motsameta Monastery with its breathtaking gorge views. Experience the wonder of the famous Prometheus Cave and a scenic boat trip through the beautiful Martvili Canyon. All this and more await you on this memorable adventure.

Tour itinerary:

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Day 1: Kutaisi – arrival – Gelati – Motsameta – Kutaisi

Arrive at Kutaisi International Airport. Meet your guide and drive to Kutaisi. Check-in to the hotel at 2 p.m. Start sightseeing in the second biggest city of Georgia – Kutaisi, which according to the legend was the ultimate destination of the Jason and Argonauts searching for the Golden Fleece. Visit Bagrati Cathedral (11th century), one of the best samples of medieval architecture towering over Kutaisi and visible from almost any point in the city. Time permitting, the next stop is the Gelati Academy, built by King David the Builder in the 12th century. Gelati was the center of the spiritual and scientific life of the Middle Ages, the tomb of Georgian kings, and a cult place for pilgrims. It is under UNESCO protection as an object of cultural and historical legacy. Continue to Motsameta monastery to enjoy fantastic views over the Rioni River gorge. Overnight at the hotel in Kutaisi.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Driving distance: 45 km

Day 2: Kutaisi – Prometheus Cave – Martvili Canyon – Kutaisi

In the morning, drive to the Prometheus Cave, where you will walk in a 1.5 km long tunnel and enjoy breathtaking views of stalactites, stalagmites, petrified waterfalls, underground rivers, and lakes along the cave. The underground light system is filled with LED lights of all colors of the rainbow, marvelously highlighting the natural beauty of the Prometheus Cave. Continue to the Martvili Canyon. Weather permitting, take a small boat trip inside the Canyon, and see one of the nature’s most wonderful creations – waterfall. After that enter the gorge's another side and stroll over the canyon's waters watching it changing its colors on every turn and stone. The best place for selfies. Return to Kutaisi for an overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 5-6 hours
Driving distance: 115 km

Day 3: Kutaisi – departure

Check-out from the hotel till noon. Transfer to Kutaisi International Airport. End of Kutaisi and its vicinities tour.

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 local English-speaking guide;
Entrance tickets to all sights as per itinerary;
Bottled drinking water.