Itinerary

1. Day 1 – Arrival and Tbilisi Old Town Discovery

   • Arrive at Tbilisi International Airport and receive a warm welcome.

   • Begin a half-day tour of Tbilisi’s vibrant Old Town.

   • Visit the Holy Trinity Cathedral, the third tallest Eastern Orthodox cathedral in the world.

   • Explore Metekhi Church and see the King Vakhtang Gorgasali Statue.

   • Take a scenic cable car ride to Narikala Fortress for panoramic views.

   • Wander through Abanotubani, the Sulfur Baths District.

   • Stroll along Shardeni Street, visit Rike Park, and cross the modern Peace Bridge.

   • Return to your self-booked hotel for overnight stay.

2. Day 2 – Mtskheta, Gori and Uplistsikhe Cave Town

   • Explore the spiritual and historical heart of Georgia.

   • Visit Jvari Monastery with panoramic hilltop views over Mtskheta.

   • Tour Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

   • Discover the ancient rock-hewn cave city of Uplistsikhe.

   • Visit the Stalin Museum in Gori.

   • Return to Tbilisi in the evening.

3. Day 3 – Kakheti Wine Route: Sighnaghi and Telavi

   • Drive to the picturesque town of Sighnaghi, known as the "City of Love".

   • Visit Bodbe Monastery, the burial site of Saint Nino.

   • Enjoy panoramic views over the fertile Alazani Valley.

   • Experience wine tasting at a traditional Georgian wine cellar.

   • Transfer to Telavi for overnight stay (self-booked or with optional assistance).

4. Day 4 – Tsinandali and Monastic Wine Culture

   • Explore the Batonis Tsikhe Fortress or visit the Telavi Market.

   • Visit the Tsinandali Estate and Wine Museum, home of the Georgian poet Alexander Chavchavadze.

   • Choose optional visits to Alaverdi Cathedral or Ikalto Monastery.

   • Return to Tbilisi by evening.

5. Day 5 – Georgian Military Highway to Gudauri

   • Journey through dramatic mountain landscapes via the Georgian Military Highway.

   • Visit the historic Ananuri Fortress overlooking the Zhinvali Reservoir.

   • Continue through the scenic Aragvi River Valley.

   • Arrive at Gudauri Ski Resort and enjoy free time or explore viewpoints nearby.

   Overnight stay in Gudauri (self-booked).

6. Day 6 – Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) and Juta Valley

   • Drive to Stepantsminda (Kazbegi).

   • Take a 4x4 jeep ride to Gergeti Trinity Church for iconic views of Mount Kazbek.

   • Choose optional activities such as a short hike or horseback ride in Juta Valley.

   • Explore Gveleti Waterfall or visit Dariali Gorge.

   • Return to Tbilisi or stay overnight in Kazbegi, according to your preference.

7. Day 7 – Tbilisi to Borjomi and Akhaltsikhe

   • Head westward through varied landscapes.

   • Pass through Surami and visit the pottery village of Shrosha.

   • Enjoy a walk in Borjomi Central Park and taste the famous natural mineral water.

   • Continue to Akhaltsikhe for overnight stay.

8. Day 8 – Vardzia Cave City and Rabati Fortress

   • Visit the impressive 12th-century cave monastery of Vardzia, carved into cliffs.

   • Stop at Khertvisi Fortress for a brief visit.

   • Explore the beautifully restored Rabati Fortress, showcasing Georgian, Ottoman, and Armenian architecture.

   Overnight in Akhaltsikhe or nearby.

9. Day 9 – Scenic Return to Tbilisi

   • Travel back to Tbilisi via the scenic Surami Pass.

   • Stop for lunch or local snacks along the way.

   • Arrive in Tbilisi and enjoy a free evening for leisure activities.

10. Day 10 – Tbilisi Leisure and Departure

    • Spend your final day exploring at your own pace.

    • Choose optional visits to the Chronicles of Georgia monument, Tbilisi Mall, or Dry Bridge Flea Market.

    • Arrange airport transfer for evening departure.