Let’s start our Georgia group trip! A private shuttle will bring you to your hotel in the city center. For the rest of the day, you will have time to settle. In the evening, we will come together and share the first dinner to get to know each other and toast to our upcoming adventure. After a good night’s sleep, we will explore Tbilisi and this amazing country!

We will explore the old windy roads of both the New and Old city and finish off our day with a wine tasting of Georgia’s traditional wine fermented in huge clay barrels. The country’s most significant cultural, political, and economic hub has attracted visitors worldwide with its hospitality, tolerance, and mesmerizing mixture of architecture combining Eastern and Western elements. With the bohemian art scene and the vivid nightlife and longstanding traditions of sulfur bath scrubs, Tbilisi offers unique experiences for every traveler. Our exclusive city tour will bridge the gap between the new and old districts and offer you an unspoiled perspective of the youthful spirit enchanting a city that is still very much known for its crumbling Soviet past. Walking down the narrow cobblestone roads will eventually lead us to our private wine tasting, where we can taste the special Georgian wine traditionally fermented in underground clay barrels. Legends say it tastes best when consumed from a clay pot.

Formerly the only pass through the impenetrable Greater Caucasus, the Georgian military highway has remained a critical land bridge between Russia and Georgia for centuries, frequented by traders, invaders, and travelers alike. Apart from its historical significance, this corridor offers some of the country’s most impressive scenery littered with iconic sights. Our journey will take us past historic fortresses and iconic monasteries preserved from the medieval times, while the road will become increasingly curvier and the mountainous landscape more idyllic after every hairpin bend. Eventually, we reach the Kazbegi region high above sea level, where traditional village life persists and the White and Black Aragvi river merge. Welcome to the Northern Gate of Georgia!

Georgia’s history is more than complicated but remains a present aspect of the country’s landscape. Mtskheta, the former capital of the Georgian Kingdom and the birthplace of Christianity in Georgia, is a picturesque and peaceful little town whose quiet streets invite for a stroll. Our road trip continues to Gori, the infamous birthplace of Stalin, and will finish in the abandoned cave town of Uplistsikhe. The ancient city carved out of rock is home to various secret tunnels and ancient wine-cellars, making it a perfect place to explore. Apart from its vibrant history, Georgia is also known for its incredibly authentic cuisine. We will have a traditional Georgian style dinner and taste all of the delightful dishes the country offers.

The mystique atmosphere of the Prometheus Cave is a breath-taking experience, where we get to explore underwater lakes and rivers. The impressive stalactites and petrified waterfalls are home to hundreds of bats and believed to be the subject to an old legend! Leaving the underground world behind, we’ll head to a nearby canyon with staggering overhead cliffs, covered in a dense cluster of moss and home to many elegant waterfalls, making this a truly magical place. We will explore this oasis by boat, gliding through the deep blue-green water, and approaching the waterfalls below. Don’t forget your camera! We’ll end our day in Kutaisi, a pretty town that looks like it’s from another era. From old cable cars built by Stalin to vibrant bazaars, this town is known for its incredible hospitality and ‘old-world charm’.

Near Motsameta in the gorge of Tskaltsitela, a spectacular monastery perched on a cliff invites you to take in the panorama of the surrounding landscape. This extremely isolated place will allow us to get a taste of the monastic life that has largely shaped the region. Take in the relaxing atmosphere and enjoy the mesmerizing views of the towns surrounding them. Leaving the cultural sites behind, we will visit the Sataplia nature reserve, where we can encounter ancient dinosaur traces and enjoy the view from a glass bridge that is not for the fainthearted. “The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach,” they say. So after leaving the monasteries behind, we’ll be tasting our way through different Georgian wines and enjoy an authentic homemade dinner before leaving for our final destination Mestia – a gorgeous town in the mountains!

Back in the day, enemies were careful to not venture out too deep into the Svan territory, because deep in the mountains of Upper Svaneti, a community of villages was armed with hundreds of stone watchtowers overlooking the mountainous slopes. Ushguli has now been considered one of Europe’s highest continuously inhabited settlements, with many towers still in perfect shape after more than a thousand years. Due to its extreme remoteness, this former outpost offers incredible views over the mountains and the opportunity to immerse oneself into the ancient village life and, of course, the vivid history and the stunning views. Now declared a UNESCO heritage site, this excursion will be the highlight of the trip and something to remember!

There is nothing like the first glimpse of the beautiful Black Sea after making the last curve and descending from the mountains into the Black Sea capital. Today’s drive is filled with spectacular views, panoramas, and ever-changing scenery passing by the window. Once we arrived, we will have time to relax by the beach or explore the city at our own pace. Beyond the beach, Batumi offers a bizarre mixture of ancient and modern architecture, vibrant markets, and captivating street-art, reflecting the unique composition of the region’s history, culture, and religion that has shaped the city. A stroll down the Batumi boulevard is more than recommendable, but we understand if the beach is more inviting.

As mentioned before, Batumi has many exciting sights and activities to explore. Yet, over centuries the Black Sea has been attracting people mainly to enjoy the lush beach life. The subtropical climate and the beautiful mountains surrounding this seaside resort are extremely inviting to just kick it back and unwind. However, being the Adjara region’s capital and home to the ancient kingdom of Kolkhida, the area has been shaped by its vibrant history. The Famous Gonio fortress situated right by the sea is a constant reminder of this era. Have you ever heard of the stolen Golden fleece? Although hard to pronounce, you have for sure seen or already eaten the Acharuli Khachapuri once. We will partake in a masterclass on Georgian cuisine and cook this delicious bread stuffed with melted cheese. Shaped like a boat, this specific type originated from the coastal area of Adjara.

Everything comes to an end eventually, and unfortunately, this Georgia trip is no exception. On our way back to Tbilisi, we can let our thoughts wander, watching the scenery gradually change and reflect on our experiences of the past days. Having explored the rich history, the natural beauty, and the incredible hospitality of this unique country, we will return home with memorable stories that might surprise some of our friends. Our guide will take us to a lovely restaurant, and together, we celebrate the end of the trip with traditional Georgian dances and look back at some of the most memorable experiences as well as new friendships. With Tbilisi being the vibrant hub, there are plenty of possibilities to continue into the night.

The last day of your adventurous Georgia group trip has come. After a final breakfast at the hotel, we will make sure you will have a smooth transfer back to the airport to catch your flight home or to your next destination. If you’d like to extend your stay and explore the area further on your own, we’d be more than happy to provide suggestions for additional things to do and see.