19/07/2016
7 Unforgattable and Great days in Georgia.
Day 1-Meeting at the airport and a transfer in hotel.
After rest walking across evening Tbilisi.
Dinner in ancient part of the city with the Georgian ethnic cuisine.
Overnight in Tbilisi hotel.
Day 2-After breakfast visit the sights of Tbilisi –an ancient historical part of the city and the modern city. At first we will visit Turtle Lake. it is a small lake at the outskirts of Tbilisi, so named due to the perceived abundance of turtles living in these places. Visit the ethnographic museum of Georgia (open-air museum )where you could see Georgia in a miniature. There are houses with the ethnography from different regions of Georgia. Afther walking tour across old Tbilisi: The rise by a ropeway on citadel Narikala. Narikala fortress (IV in) – soul of Tbilisi. The whole city is in front of it on the palm. The sulfuric baths are well known around the world - a favorite place of visitors, Where it is possible to take a bathe in sulfuric sources with the relevant service – Kisa (the specific massage in sulfuric baths). Dinner at the restaurant.
Overnight in Tbilisi in hotel.
Day 3-After breakfast departure by the main Georgian military road to Kazbegi (150km) and enjoy some spectacular panoramic views of the great Georgian landscape. On the road visit Ananuri fortress (XVI c). After travel Gudauri, remarkable ski resort in Georgia. It is located at the altitude 2200 meters above the sea level. The first, lower lift station is at 1,990 m above sea level and the last, top station is at 3,306 m, called summit Sadzele. The resort offers high quality skiing opportunities. Time for lunch. From Gudauri continue your trip to Gergeti trinity church (XII-XIV) century’s monument erected on the southern slopes of Mkinvarcveri is located at an altitude of 2170 meters. Gergeti Trinity church is an important temple and remarkable for its beautiful scenery. The Gergeti Trinity church is set poignantly on a hill directly below the towering white massif of Mount Kazbek ( 5033 meters). Built six hundred years ago its stones have weathered repeated blizzards, rain and invasion to stand as a proud symbol of Georgian resilience in the face of adversity. It is the photographer’s perfect shot. In case of desire it is possible to pass across Dariali Gorge to border of the Russian Federation. Overnight in the hotel in Kazbegi.
Day 4-After breakfast we are going to Borjomi. On the way visit ancient capital of Georgia - Mtskheta.
The cross monastery – Jvari (VI c) stands on the rocky mountaintop at the confluence of the Mtkvari (Kura) and Aragvi rivers, overlooking the town of Mtskheta. Lunch in the tavern”Salobie” where you can taste the Lobio (The beans)prepared in small bean pots of clay with mchadi (a flat cake from cornmeal), all sorts of a pickles, khachapuri, shish kebab, khinkali.
Departure to the Gori direction for visit Uplistsikhe Cave Town-Fortress - an ancient rock-hewn town.
In case of desire it is possible to visit Stalin's house museum in Gori. Arrival in Borjomi Check-in and over night in hotel in Borjomi.
Day 5-After breakfast visit Borjomi park, with a tasting of natural mineral waters.
The rise by cable car to the observation platform, from which you can enjoy views of the Borjomi Gorge. Further the direction to Akhaltsikhe city to visit a medieval castle complex –Rabati . The fortress was built in the 13th century and was completely reconstructed in 2011-2012. Rabati castle developed under the influence of the different cultures over subsequent centuries and this is reflected in its architecture. Within the 7 hectares castle complex there is a Church, a Mosque, a Minaret and a Synagogue. Lunch on the road in cafe in Borjomi.
Return to Tbilisi.
Overnight in hotel in Tbilisi.
Day 6-After breakfast departure to Kakheti- the homeland of wine.
Arrival to Telavi through the Gombori pass - Sights of Telavi (Palace of King Irakli)
Visiting Alexander Chavchavadze homestead in Tsinandali. There is an unique park of XIX-century with the most rare instance of flora, an enoteca with a set of unique ancient and vintage wines in the homestead. Further the direction to Kvareli lake. It is a beautiful place with outstanding views. Late lunch at the restaurant (the Tradition Georgian Kakhetian cuisine). Return to Tbilisi.
Overnight in hotel in Tbilisi.
Day 7-After breakfast visit Tbilisi Botanical garden, a wonderful place suitable for various activities including nature exploring, mini-hiking, kid's leisure or just relaxing. Beautiful sights, waterfall, interesting architecture in the surrounding. it is a place where you can sit, relax and enjoy the nature. After walking across Tbilisi streest and have a free time for shopping. Lunch in cafe.. Overnight in hotel in Tbilisi.
Day 8-Departure day. After breakfast Check-out and transfer to the airport.
