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Grand tour of Georgia (from Kutaisi)

Ushguli_Svaneti_GeorgiaShort description of the tour: the route of this grand tour starts from Kutaisi, this trip will allow you to experience the country by moving from the west to the east part of Georgia. During this tour tourists will be able to visit the main historical sights, compare the natural features of different regions, explore the culture of the Georgians. You will have some free time on the Black Sea coast to spend on walking and swimming by yourselves. Especially this tour will be interesting for people who love nature, the program includes visiting the high mountain regions (Svaneti, South Georgia, Kazbegi) and natural attractions (Martvili Canyon, Prometheus cave, Batumi botanical garden). During this trip you will face the active tourism as well such as short rafting experience on boats in the canyon, climbing to the cave city of Vardzia in the rock. According to this program you will visit all the objects which are included in the list of world Cultural Heritage of UNESCO.

Transfer is carried out by comfortable and well equipped transport with air conditioning. Grand tour in Georgia is an appropriate trip for tourists of different ages (except of children under 8 years old).

Total duration: 13 days / 12 nights

Total route: 2370 km

The main attractions:
Temple of Bagrat, Gelati monastery*, Prometheus cave, Martvili canyon, Upper Svaneti*, Batumi seaside resort, Batumi botanical garden, Roman fortress Gonio, Borjomi resort, cave city-monastery Vardzia, Ottoman fortress Rabat, capital of Tbilisi, the ancient capital of Mtskheta and the monastery of Jvari*, Tsinandali estate, Sighnaghi city of love, Georgian Military Road, Joseph Stalin Museum in Gori, Cave city of Uplistsikhe

*UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • tur v gelatskiy monastir Duration of the excursion day: ~3 hours
    Route length: ~40 km

    Arrival in Kutaisi, meeting at the airport and transfer to the hotel. 
    Excursion to the temple of Bagrat, which is a symbol of the Golden Age of the country. 
    A visit to the Gelati Monastery, where the great Georgian king David the Builder is buried. Inspection of the frescoes of the monastery, which are considered the best in the Caucasus. 
    Return to Kutaisi.

  • 34370258764_332db0c651_b Duration of the excursion day: ~10 hours
    Route length: ~240 km

    A walk through the cave of Prometheus, where you can admire the stalactites and stalagmites. 
    Boat tour of Martvili Canyon. 
    Transfer to the Upper Svaneti region, accommodation in Mestia at the hotel.

  • Ushguli_Svaneti_Georgia Duration of the excursion day: ~7 hours
    Route length: ~100 km

    Excursion to the highest mountainous village in Europe with a permanent resident population - the village of Ushguli (2200 meters), familiarity with the life of the population. 
    Return to Mestia.

  • 38132518276_7f0bb35749_b Duration of the excursion day: ~6 hours
    Route length: ~270 km

    The first half of the day will remain free, on-site it will be possible to book additional excursions: horseback riding, trekking with an escort, a trip by ropeway, etc.
    In the afternoon - transfer to the sea region of Adjara, accommodation in Batumi at the hotel.

  • zhilye v batumiDuration of the excursion day: ~6 hours
    Route length: ~50 km

    Sightseeing tour of Batumi by transport and on foot with a tour of Batumi embankment, the Old Town, the Tower of the Georgian alphabet, moving figures of lovers Ali and Nino, etc. 
    A visit to the Batumi Botanical Garden, located on an area of 113 hectares, is a true paradise, in which more than 5 thousand plants from around the world. For more than 100 years it has been simultaneously a place for tourists to rest and serious research by scientists.
    Return to Batumi.

  • 1465914781_most-caricy-tamaryDuration of the excursion day: ~5 hours
    Route length: ~80 km

    Excursion to the fortress of Gonio, which in ancient times was a Roman outpost. 
    A visit to the medieval bridge built during the reign of the great Georgian queen Tamar (end of the 12th century). 
    Inspection of the beautiful Makhuntsi waterfall 30 meters high. 
    Visiting Adjara wine house, located in a picturesque area, wine tasting. 
    Return to Batumi.

  • lechenie borjomi Duration of the excursion day: ~8 hours
    Route length: ~330 km

    Moving from Western Georgia to South Georgia. 
    On the way stop at the resort of Borjomi. Here tourists will take a walk in the city park and will be able to taste the famous Borjomi mineral water from the source. 
    Transfer to the city of Akhaltsikhe, hotel accommodation.

  • v ahalcihe Duration of the excursion day: ~9 hours
    Route length: ~330 km

    A visit to the cave city of Vardzia, which was carved into the rock under the great Georgian Queen Tamar and today is a functioning monastery. 
    Inspection of the Rabat fortress, acquaintance with the culture of the period of the Ottoman occupation (XVI-XVIII centuries). 
    Transfer to Tbilisi, hotel accommodation.

  • Duration of the excursion day: ~8 hours
    Route length: ~80 km

    ekskursii iz tbilisi A tour of Tbilisi by transport and on foot with a tour of the main attractions: the Old City, the quarter of sulfur baths of Abanotubani, Metekhi temple, Freedom Square, Rustaveli Avenue, etc.
    A visit to the ancient capital of Georgia - the city of Mtskheta. Inspection of the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, erected over the tunic of Jesus Christ.
    Excursion to the Jvari monastery, from where a magnificent view of the confluence of the Kura and Aragvi rivers opens.
    Return to Tbilisi.
    Dinner in a national restaurant with a folklore program (Georgian cuisine).

  • Duration of the excursion day: ~10 hours
    Route length: ~280 km

    vinnii tur po kahetii Excursion to the wine region of Kakheti, which is considered the birthplace of wine. 
    Guided walk through the capital of the region - the city of Telavi, external inspection of the fortress wall of Batonistsikhe. 
    Visit to the estate of a significant Georgian person of the XIX century - Alexander Chavchavadze, familiarity with the methods of making Georgian wine. Wine tasting. 
    Excursion to the Bodbe Monastery, on the territory of which the baptist of Georgia, St. Nino, was buried in the 4th century. 
    Guided walk through the city of Sighnaghi (Signagi) with a view of the mountains of the Greater Caucasus.
    Return to Tbilisi.

  • Duration of the excursion day: ~10 hours
    Route length: ~310 km

    aktivniy otdyh v gruzii Excursion along the Georgian Military Road, the opportunity to see the majestic Caucasian mountains. 
    A visit to the medieval fortress Ananuri on the beautiful Zhinvali reservoir. 
    Stop at the Cross Pass at an altitude of 2395 meters. 
    Moving to the village of Stepantsminda (formerly Kazbegi), climbing off-road vehicles to the Holy Trinity Church (XIV century), the opportunity to see one of the highest mountains in Georgia - Kazbek.
    Return to Tbilisi.

  • pechernye goroda gruzii Duration of the excursion day: ~8 hours
    Route length: ~270 km

    A visit to one of the oldest cities in the country - the cave city Uplistsikhe (age over 3 thousand years). 
    Excursion to the house-museum of the head of the USSR Joseph Stalin in the city of Gori. 
    Transfer to Kutaisi, hotel accommodation.

  • Transfer to Kutaisi Airport. 
    Departure.

The route may be adjusted depending on weather conditions

Included:
- group transfers according to the program
- DBL / TWIN accommodation in hotels in Kutaisi (2 nights), in Mestia (2 nights), in Batumi (3 nights), in Akhaltsikhe (1 night), in Tbilisi (4 nights)
- Meals: breakfast in hotels, 1 dinner in a national restaurant (alcoholic drinks for an additional fee)
- transport-escort
- guide services
- entrance tickets to objects
- tastings according to the program
- boat rental in Martvili
- rental of SUVs for the rise to the church in Gergeti

Not included:
- flight
- food in addition to the above
- excursions in Svaneti on a free day
- medical insurance
- visa fees

Additionally organized meals are possible: 15 USD p/per for each lunch, 30 USD p/per for each dinner

Reviews
Everything was organized at the highest level. Thank you for organizing it for us. Definitely will recommend your company
To say thanks to the travel company "My Georgia" is to say nothing. Excellent organization of a tour in Georgia (07/13 - 07/22/2019), taking into account any, even insignificant details for the tourists you receive. Such care and attention are captivating, not every company works so thoughtfully and responsibly, we dare to tell you! The journey through the South Caucasus is behind, but there are many impressions that have yet to be comprehended and "digested". But one thing is clear: we, experienced tourists from Norway, have something to tell our friends and interest them in visiting the wonderful country of Georgia.
Hello! We are home, tired, but so happy !!! We brought such huge baggage of impressions and memories! We were in Tanzania on a safari in March and to be honest I did not think that after Africa I could be surprised. How wrong I was. This May trip to the South Caucasus is in my heart! In addition to the natural beauty and landscapes of Georgia and Armenia, I was primarily struck by the inhabitants of these countries! So welcoming and hospitable. Your team, it is great! Thank you very much for the baggage of impressions. We wish to travel company My Georgia to prosper. It was nice to meet you, we will be back ...
Greetings MYGEORGIA! A few days ago I returned with my mother from a combined tour in the Caucasus. We learned so much interesting about Azerbaijan, Georgia, Armenia! Thank you very much for such a wonderful program! Everything was very competently and impeccably planned. Many thanks to the guides for their knowledge and professionalism. Many impressions and pleasant memories of time spent in beautiful cities with ancient history will remain with us forever. Thanks again to everyone!
We visited Tbilisi in March 2016. A very pleasant and positive experience from the employees of the travel company MyGeorgia. Thanks to them, a very interesting and productive program of stay in Georgia was compiled for 7 days. Visited all planned places. All excursions in Georgia took place according to the agreed schedule, strictly on time. Respect and friendliness towards tourists were obvious. Stories about historical objects were interesting, informative and not overloaded. All the advice of the tour operator about the Caucasus was helpful. It is nice to use the services of people who know and love their job. Thank you very much for a great time. As we say in our country - rakhmet. Wish development and growth to your company!
The study trip to Georgia for Finns learning the Russian language was simply wonderful! We received excellent service and spent time with outstanding guides (Saba and Dmitry). The hotels we stayed in were well-located and very comfortable. Batumi amazed us with its modern architecture and well-maintained promenade. The train journey from Batumi to Tbilisi was an incredible experience with stunning views. Visiting the wineries allowed us to get acquainted with Georgian wine traditions and enjoy tasting the local wine varieties. Uplistsikhe, the ancient cave city, impressed us with its architecture and history. The tours of Tbilisi and Mtskheta with the guide left us with vivid impressions. And what a wonderful gala dinner it was, where we had the opportunity to enjoy Georgian dances and songs and taste the delicious local cuisine! The organized excursions allowed us to immerse ourselves deeply in the cultural richness of Georgia. We left Georgia with wonderful memories and hope to return in the future. Everything was top-notch, and we highly recommend Georgia as a fantastic destination and MyGeorgia as the best Georgian tour operator.