Georgia · UNESCO Heritage Sites

14-Day Georgia Cultural and Nature Tour from Tbilisi to Svaneti

14 Days Round trip from Tbilisi Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore UNESCO sites such as Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta
02 Hike through Stepantsminda to Gergeti Monastery, Gveleti waterfalls, and Darially Gorge
03 Visit Uplistikhe cave city, Vardzia, and other historic fortresses across Georgia
04 Discover Black Sea resorts including Ureki, Kobuleti, and Batumi with its Botanical Garden
05 Experience the alpine scenery of Svaneti with Mestia, Hatsvali mountain, and Chalaadi Glacier
06 See the dramatic landscapes of Martvili Canyon, Okatse Canyon, Prometheus Cave, and Sataplia Park

Embark on a 14-day journey through Georgia's cultural and natural wonders, from UNESCO-listed landmarks such as Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral to the dramatic landscapes of Stepantsminda and Mestia. Explore ancient cave cities, canyons, waterfalls, monasteries, and Black Sea resorts while experiencing Borjomi's mineral water pools and the alpine beauty of Svaneti. The route also takes you through Kakheti's wine region, historic fortresses, and the old and new sights of Batumi and Tbilisi, offering a rich mix of culture, nature, history, and adventure.

Embark on a 14-day journey through Georgia's cultural and natural wonders, from UNESCO-listed landmarks such as Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral to the dramatic landscapes of Stepantsminda and Mestia.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Batumi, Kobuleti, Kutaisi, Telavi, Zugdidi, Akhaltsikhe, Gori, Tbilisi, Tskaltubo, Uplistsikhe, Signagi, Gudauri, Mtskheta, Borjomi, Vardzia, Stepantsminda, Mestia, Dmanisi, Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park, Bolnisi, Sataplia Strict Nature Reserve

Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mtskheta Heritage and the Road to Stepantsminda

Visit UNESCO-protected sites including Jvari Monastery, Mtskheta - the old capital - and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Continue to Jinvali Dam, Ananuri Fortress, Passanauri village, the Gudauri Friendship Monument, and the village of Stepantsminda/Kazbegi.

Stay overnight in Stepantsminda.

Day 02

Gergeti Monastery and Stepantsminda Nature Trek

Visit Gergeti Monastery and Darially Gorge, hike to the Gveleti waterfalls, and continue to Archangels Church, Eligea mountain, and Sno Valley.

Stay overnight in Stepantsminda.

Day 03

Samtavisi, Gori, and Uplistikhe to Borjomi

Visit Samtavisi Church, Gori city, Uplistikhe cave city, and Borjomi National Park.

Stay overnight in Borjomi.

Day 04

Borjomi Park, Fortresses, and Vardzia Cave City

Walk in Borjomi Park, where it is possible to ride quads, swim in mineral water pools, and visit Atskuri, Akhaltsikhe, and Khertvisi fortresses, as well as Vardzia cave city.

Stay overnight in Borjomi.

Day 05

Black Sea Resorts and Batumi Arrival

Visit the Black Sea resorts of Ureki, Kobuleti, and Batumi, along with the Botanical Garden and Petra Fortress.

Stay overnight in Batumi.

Day 06

Old and New Batumi with Waterfalls and Fountains

Visit Batumi for old and new Batumi sightseeing, Makhuntseti Waterfall, Queen Tamara Bridge, the Boulevard, and the Dancing Fountains.

Stay overnight in Batumi.

Day 07

Zugdidi, Enguri Dam, and the Svaneti Mountains

Visit Zugdidi city, Enguri Dam, the Svaneti mountains, and the oldest churches.

Stay overnight in Mestia.

Day 08

Mestia Alpine Landscapes and Glacier Views

Visit Hatsvali mountain, Chalaadi Glacier, and the Mestia Towers.

Stay overnight in Mestia.

Day 09

Martvili Waterfalls and Okatse Canyon

Visit Martvili Canyon and its waterfalls, then continue to Okatse Canyon.

Stay overnight in Kutaisi.

Day 10

Prometheus Cave and Sataplia Nature Discovery

Visit Prometheus Cave, the resort town of Tskaltubo, and Sataplia Park.

Stay overnight in Kutaisi.

Day 11

Motsameta, Gelati, and Scenic Racha Landscapes

Visit Motsameta Monastery, Gelati Cathedral, Tskhrajvari high pass, Nikortsminda Cathedral, and Shaori Lake.

Stay overnight in Tbilisi.

Day 12

Kakheti Monasteries, Winery, and Signagi

Visit the Gombori mountains, Shuamta Monastery, Telavi Kingdom City, Shumi Winery, Signagi - the City of Love - and Bodbe Monastery.

Stay overnight in Tbilisi.

Day 13

Bolnisi Churches and Dmanisi Archaeological Heritage

Visit Bolnisi Church, Tsugrugashieni Church, Kveshi Fortress, Dmanisi Fortress, and the archaeological site.

Stay overnight in Tbilisi.

Day 14

Old and New Tbilisi with Airport Transfer

Visit Tbilisi for old and new Tbilisi sightseeing.
Transfer to the airport.

Where this trip takes you

Jvari Monastery, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Gergeti Monastery, Chalaadi Glacier

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Tbilisi 21 cities · 14 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transportation by private car
Fuel and parking fees
Guide-driver service

What's Not Included

Hotels and restaurants for tourists
Entrance fees to museums and national parks, if you would like to enter
Activities such as hiring boats for rafting, horse riding, quad biking, off-road jeep tours, wine tasting, or any other activities tourists would like to have during the tour

What to bring

Warm jackets for the mountains, and warm clothes for spring and autumn.
Hiking shoes if you are going to hike.
Swimming suits if you are going to swim.

Know before you go

These tours are available only in spring, summer, and autumn. In winter, some of these places may sometimes not be available to visit.
The tour itinerary may be changed according to the tourists' requests, interests, preferences, age, or weather conditions.
Please contact us for any changes needed in the itinerary.

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