Grand Georgia Tour: 7 Days of Mountains, Caves & History

Day 2 — Tbilisi Sightseeing

1. Start · Morning Old Tbilisi Tour

   After check in, will begin Tbilisi sightseeing tour. During the tour, you will see old part of the city. You can take a glance to the history of the city from early centuries, during the walking in some narrow streets of the city and exploring the religious and secular architecture. You will amaze with old Christian orthodox churches, synagogues, mosques, as well as famous 19th century houses with wooden multi-colored balconies.

2. Afternoon Narikala and City Views

   Afterwards we will drive up to get a panoramic view of whole city, then walk down to the Narikala Fortress (4th century). You will visit the sulfur bath district, then taking a stroll along Rustaveli Avenue, Main Street in Tbilisi.

3. End · Evening Tbilisi Zip Line & Hotel

   In Tbilisi we have longest ZIP Line more than 1000m. Transfer to the hotel in Tbilisi.

Day 3 — Mtskheta & Kazbegi

1. Start · Morning Mtskheta Religious Sites

   After breakfast in the morning we will drive to visit the ancient capital and religious Centre of Georgia Mtskheta, first we will see Jvari Monastery (6th century) and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th century) – churches are protected by UNESCO World Heritage site.

2. Afternoon Georgian Military Highway & Ananuri

   Then we drive up to the famous Georgian Military Highway (leading to the Georgian-Russian border). On the way, we will visit Ananuri architectural complex (17th century), the two churches and the fortress overlook the Jinvali water reservoir. The carvings on the churches are one of the best samples of the Georgian art.

3. End · Evening Kazbegi Arrival

   The drive is very scenic through high Caucasus Mountains, afterwards we will see Gudauri view point (Arc of friendship) and we will arrive in Stepantsminda, overnight in Kazbegi.

Day 4 — Kazbegi Exploration

1. Start · Morning Gergeti Trinity Church

   We will drive up through beautiful valleys and woodland to Gergeti Holy Trinity Church located at 2175m. Weather permitting you may catch a glimpse of one of the highest glaciers in the Caucasus – Mt Kazbegi (5047m).

2. Afternoon Dariali Gorge & Waterfalls

   Upon arrival, back in the town of Stepantsminda drive along the beautiful Dariali gorge (leading to the Russian border), to visit Gveleti waterfalls.

3. End · Evening Return to Tbilisi

   Then we drive to Tbilisi, overnight there.

Day 5 — Gori & Borjomi

1. Start · Morning Uplistsikhe Cave Town

   After breakfast, we will go to the town Gori, near Gori we will visit Uplistsikhe Cave Town (1st millennium BC). Uplistsikhe is the place where the Great Silk Road used to pass. This is an old and interesting complex with dwelling quarters, wine-cellars, bakeries, a three-nave basilica church hewn out in rock and even an antic theatre.

2. End · Afternoon/Evening Borjomi Park & Activities

   Afterwards we will go to Borjomi, we will visit Borjomi historical park, taste Borjomi mineral water you can try different activities as a quad biking, horse riding, rafting etc. overnight in Borjomi.

Day 6 — Kutaisi Caves

1. Start · Morning Sataplia Cave

   After breakfast, we will go to Sataplia Cave. Sataplia is a rather small cave located in Tskaltubo, Georgia. It is famous for fine speleothems and the dinosaur footprints nearby. The tour enters the through-cave on one hillside, crosses the hill underground and then goes back on the surface past the dinosaur footprints. The cave is named after Mt. Sataplia (494m), an extinct volcano, which is now the Nature Preserve.

2. End · Afternoon Prometheus Cave

   Then we will see Prometheus Cave, Cave is one of Georgia’s natural wonders and one of the largest in the world and has many underground rivers. It was discovered in 1984. Its unique features include a variety of halls and landscape diversity. Four distinct layers were formed during different stages of the Earth’s development and tourists are able to journey through the historic territory by foot or in boats. Prometheus Cave is one of the most popular international tourist caves, and includes various types of stalactites, stalagmites, curtains, petrified waterfalls, cave pearls, underground rivers, and lakes. The cluster of six caves differs significantly from each other in scale and the unique shapes of petrified flowstones found within. Golden Fleece cave meets all needs of international tourism level. Overnight in Kutaisi

Day 7 — Martvili & Dashbashi

1. Start · Morning Martvili Canyon

   In the morning, we will go to Martvili canyone, one of the most beautiful place in west Georgia. Visitor Centre of Martvili Canyon is located in the village Inchkhuri. 700 meters circular hiking trail starts from the visitors' center and passes through Dadiani's historic walkway. There are 2 bridges, 3 viewing platforms, and 30-step historic staircase that is built from limestone staircase. Here you have the opportunity to take a trip by boat, 300 meters (one way) section of Abasha and enjoy the beautiful views of canyon. Here you have a great chance to enjoy diving and explore beautiful places under the water. Canyon welcomes visitors during week-end as well, thus put hiking clothes into the backpack and enjoy the vacations in Western Georgia you can also tri zip line. And then we will go to Tbilisi, overnight there.

2. End · Afternoon Dashbashi Canyon & Departure

   Tsalka (Dashbash) Canyon Natural Monument is a canyon carved by Ktsia (Khrami) River in the stream bed cut through the volcanogenic rocks of Dashbash volcanic plateau, distinguished by its rarity and biodiversity. It is located at 1,110-1,448 m above sea level. The vegetation cover of the surrounding ecosystem is rather sparse, whereas the plants on the steep slopes of the canyon and astounding waterfalls create absolutely different micro-landscape, with characteristic micro-climate, specific fauna etc. the Bridge stretching 240 meters (787 feet) across and suspended 280 meters (919 feet) above the canyon floor, the Diamond Bridge is a testament to engineering ingenuity and aesthetic precision. But this is no ordinary bridge. At its center, a multi-level bar crafted in the shape of a diamond dangles over the canyon, offering a space for visitors to unwind with a drink in hand, surrounded