Georgia · Hiking

3-Day Racha Hiking Tour from Tbilisi with Caves and Waterfalls

3 Days Round trip from Tbilisi Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Take in majestic nature views from Tskhra Jvari Pass
02 Admire the beauty of Waterfall Sikvaruli, Gvirishi waterfall, and Rachkha waterfall
03 Take a relaxing stroll beside the alluring Green Lake
04 Unwind at the Lailashi spring and mineral pool
05 Explore an iced cave and the Prometheus caves

Embark on this adventurous journey across the prominent tourist highlights of Racha. Hike to the incredible Rachkha waterfall, explore the famous Prometheus caves, marvel at the ancient Sairme Pillars, and take in majestic views from Tskhra Jvari Pass. Visit a local family winery producing rare bio Usakhelauri wine, enjoy an exciting trek to Znakva Cascade, and see the unique frescoes at Nikortsminda Church.

Hike to the incredible Rachkha waterfall, explore the famous Prometheus caves, marvel at the ancient Sairme Pillars, and take in majestic views from Tskhra Jvari Pass.

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What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Tbilisi

Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

From Tbilisi to Racha's Caves, Waterfalls, and Winery

At 07:00 am, we will start the tour from your hotel in Tbilisi.
Begin by visiting the Prometheus caves and the three-cascade waterfalls.
Then, go for an 800-metre trek to reach the Rachkha waterfall.
Next, head to Green Lake, where you can relax and optionally try local grilled trout. Visit a family winery that produces a limited quantity of rare bio Usakhelauri wine.
Afterwards, move to Lailashi spring and mineral pool, with an awesome viewpoint of Lajanura Reserve.
Continue further towards Gvirishi waterfall.

Overnight in Racha.

Day 02

Racha Treks to Sairme Pillars and Znakva Cascade

At 10:00 am, we will commence the program from your hotel in Racha.
Today, engage in a 3-hour trek to see the Sairme Pillars.
Then, head towards the mesmerising Waterfall Sikvaruli (Waterfall of Beloved).
Next, enjoy a 1-hour trek to Znakva Cascade.

Overnight in Racha.

Day 03

Shareula, Nikortsminda Church, and Return to Tbilisi

At around 09:00 am, we will continue the tour from your hotel in Racha.
On the last day, travel to Shareula, the place of the river's 'birth', and explore an iced cave.
Then, proceed to Nikortsminda Church and look at its unique frescoes.
Afterwards, enjoy a 3-hour trek to Tskhra Jvari Pass and witness a breathtaking viewpoint.
Later, return to Tbilisi to conclude the tour.