Taking from Tbilisi a one day-tour to Vardzia is an amazing opportunity for an unforgettable experience of your time in Georgia. On the way to this magnificent ancient cave town, that was built in rocks, you will enjoy the nature and discover completely restored Rabati fortress in the town of Akhaltsikhe. Don’t miss the chance to visit one of the most prominent historical sights of the South Caucasus with our Vardzia and Rabati Fortress day tour from Tbilisi.
Tour itinerary:
Tbilisi - Rabati fortress - Khertvisi - Vardzia - Tbilisi
At 08:00 am our driver and guide will pick you up from your hotel in Tbilisi. Drive towards the South-West of Georgia passing Borjomi town. Arrive in Akhaltsikhe for a short tour inside Rabati fortress. Its name comes from Arabic meaning “fortified place”. The old stone Rabati fortress is standing on the small hill on the very shores of the Potskhovi River. Continue our tour to Vardzia. En route, short photo-stop at Khertvisi fortress (10-11th century). Arrive to Vardzia, which was erected in the 12-13th centuries during the rule of George III and his daughter Queen Tamara for the purpose of the southern boundaries of Georgia protection. Vardzia is not just a set of random rooms cut in rocks. It is a multi-storied complex with streets, tunnels and stairs leading to monasteries, temples, fortresses, baths, libraries dwelling houses and so forth. Drive back to Tbilisi. Drop off at your hotel. End of Vardzia and Rabati Fortress day tour from Tbilisi.
Please note that this tour lasts 12-14 hours.
Price includes:
- All transfers as per itinerary;
- English speaking guide;
- Entrance tickets to sights as per itinerary;
- Lunch in Akhaltsikhe;
- Mineral water (0,5 l per person).
Prices, per person
Prices are in US$ per person, discounted prices for larger groups are available on request.
Tour Enquiry
The tour is private with your personal guide. There will be no other people joining the tour.
Our guides will follow your own pace.
The starting time of the tour is up to you and may vary from 09.00 am to 16.00 pm.
We are happy to offer this tour for air/train passengers too. Our guide will meet you at the arrival station.
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