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14 Days

Availability : Mai - November

Start of the Tour: Tbilisi

End of the Tour: Tbilisi

Min Age : 8

Max People : min. 2 - max. 12

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Travel Programme

Overview

Our 14-day round trip through Georgia is a great opportunity to get to know the country and its people, as well as to visit and experience the country’s highlights. The unique cultural monuments, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and the scenic beauties repeatedly captivate visitors from all over the world.

We have selected the best routes for a round trip of Georgia, which enable our guests to get to know all regions of the country (except Abkhazia and Samachablo/South Ossetia) and experience the diversity of the country in all its glory.

Short hikes, occasional free time and the opportunity to experience the warm hospitality of the Georgians are what make a stay in this country so fascinating and attractive.

Our friendly and highly qualified tour guides are always at your disposal to make your trip to Georgia an unforgettable experience.

The accommodation ranges from cozy guest houses to 3-star hotels, so there is something for every taste and budget. The best time to travel to Georgia is from mid-May to the end of October. You can find more information about the best time to travel to Georgia HERE.

Please note: The trip can also be booked as a self-drive tour. Our team will be happy to help you plan an individual round trip in Georgia.

Highlights for Round Trip in Georgia

Old town of Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia
Kakheti wine region; Davit Gareji Monastery, Sighnaghi, Telavi, Gombori Pass, wine tasting
Mtskheta Old Town, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Jvari Church
Stepantsminda, military road, Ananuri Castle, Jvari Pass, Trinity Church and Mkinvari Mountain, Trusso Valley
Gori, Uplistsikhe, Kutaisi, Gelati Cathedral and Academy,
Svaneti- Mestia, Mestia Museum, M. Khergiani House Museum, hiking through Uschguli
Batumi - old town, Promenade and Boulevard, Bathing in the Black Sea
Borjomi, Vardzie cave city, the mountains of the Lesser Caucasus, Paravani and Saghamo lakes

Itinerary

Day 1.Arrival and sightseeing the capital Tbilisi

Tbilisi has been the heart of Georgia for 1500 years. Its rich history is characterised by a variety of religions and cultures. On our city tour, we will immerse ourselves in the famous sulphur baths, stroll over the Bridge of Peace to Freedom Square and Pushkin Square.

We will continue to the imposing Nari-Kala fortress, the Anchiskhati and Metekhi churches, a mosque and a synagogue. And of course, a visit to the Mother of Georgia is not to be missed. After a light meal, you are free to explore the city on your own. In the evening, we will indulge in delicious dishes and exquisite Georgian wines in an authentic Georgian restaurant.

Meals: breakfast, welcome dinner

Accommodation: Tbilisi / in hotel

Day 2.Gareji-Sighnaghi | Kakheti - Wine region of Georgia

Georgia is known as the cradle of wine and is famous for its great winemaking tradition. More than 425 grape varieties are native to the country. Most of them thrive in Kakheti, the country’s most famous wine region.

Our round trip through Georgia naturally also takes us through this wine region. First, we will visit the monastery of Gareja, which is located on the border with Azerbaijan in a picturesque semi-desert. According to legend, it was founded in the 6th century by Davit, one of the 13 fathers of Azerbaijan.

Here we can admire the colourful frescoes of the monastery from the 10th to 13th century. For lunch, we recommend a cosy restaurant in the village of Udabno, before continuing on to Sighnaghi.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Sighnaghi / in a hotel

Sighnaghi City of Love - Round Trip Georgia

Day 3.Sighnaghi - Mtskheta | Tour in the wine region

After breakfast, we will take a walk around the town and explore the historic city walls of Sighnaghi. We will also enjoy breathtaking views of the Alazani Plain and the majestic Caucasus Mountains.

Our tour will take us to the nunnery in Bodbe, where Saint Nino, one of the most important figures in Georgian history, found her final resting place.

Wine culture is an important part of our tour of Georgia. On the way to Telavi, we will stop at the palace of the Georgian prince Chavchavadze in Tsinandali. There, a wine tasting and a small snack await us at the neighbouring Shumi winery. Afterwards, we will continue over the picturesque Gombori Pass to Mtskheta.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Mtskheta / in a hotel

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral - Round Trip Georgia

Day 4.Mtskheta – Stepantsminda | on the military road

Mtskheta‘s rich archaeological finds and some historical buildings bear witness to its important past. The Svetitskhoveli Monastery from the 12th century and the Jvari Church from the 7th century are among the city’s outstanding attractions and have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

On a round trip through Georgia, the famous military road to Stepantsminda is an absolute must that we will not miss. We will stop at the Jinvali Dam and visit the Ananuri Castle.

From the Jvari Pass, we will enjoy a magnificent view and, after crossing the pass at an altitude of 2600 m, we will reach Stepantsminda in the evening.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Stepantsminda / in a hotel

View on the Military road - Round Trip Georgia

Day 5.Stepantsminda | Enjoy the mountain world of the Caucasus

Stepantsminda is located in the mountains at an altitude of 1,500 metres and is a popular destination for travellers on a round trip through Georgia. The day begins with a hike or an organised trip to the monastery of Gergeti, which was built in the 14th century at the foot of Mount Kazbeg (5047 m) at an altitude of 2200 m.

In the afternoon, the route passes through the picturesque Sno Valley to the village of Juta. From there, you can either hike up Mount Tschauchi or enjoy the breathtaking view from Café Zeta at an altitude of 2200 m. This route is part of a well-known hiking trail that starts in Stepantsminda and goes all the way to Omalo in Tusheti.

The round trip takes about 2-3 hours. A light packed lunch is provided.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Stepantsminda / in a hotel

Mt. Kazbeg and the Trinity church - Round Trip Georgia

Day 6.Stpanzminda - Kutaisi | to the land of ancient Colchis

Our journey through Georgia continues and the landscape changes as we travel from the east to the west of Georgia, to the country’s second largest city, Kutaisi. In the afternoon, we visit Gori, the birthplace of Stalin, and the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe, which was built between the 4th and 6th centuries.

Uplistsikhe was once an important trading centre and religious centre that played a crucial role in the political and social life of the Georgians.

In Gori there is an opportunity to visit the Stalin Museum. After a lunch break, we will drive over the Rikoti Pass to Kutaisi, where we will spend the night.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Kutaisi / in a hotel

Day 7.Around Kutaisi | Second largest city in Georgia

We start the day with a city tour of Kutaisi, the second largest city in Georgia, and visit the famous farmers’ market.

The Motsameta Church in picturesque surroundings and the Gelati Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are also on the programme. The rest of the day is free to spend at your leisure in Kutaisi.

Meals: breakfast, wine tasting + dinner

Accommodation: Kutaisi / in a hotel

Mosaik in Gelati - Top travel destinations Georgia

Day 8.Kutaisi - Lentekhi | Magnificent mountains and ancient Svaneti culture

Svaneti attracts visitors from all over the world with its unique defense towers, chapels with fascinating wall paintings from the 12th and 13th centuries and the breathtaking mountain landscape of the Caucasus.

Today marks the beginning of a particularly beautiful part of our tour of Georgia. Our aim is to help our guests discover lesser-known places in Georgia. On the way, we will stop at some special places, such as the old fortresses in Lechkhumi or a picturesque place with a trout farm, where we will spend our lunch break.

After about two hours’ drive, we arrive at our destination – Lentekhi, the administrative centre of Lower Svaneti. After checking in, we take a short hike of 2-3 hours through the forest to a mineral water spring.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Lenteckhi / in a family hotel

Day 9.Lentekhi - Ushguli - Mestia | a fairytale village at the foot of the Caucasus

Today we will take a scenic drive through the valley of the Lashkhuri River to the foothills of the Caucasus. We will cross the Lasdili Pass at an altitude of 2,600 metres, a popular route for jeep tours in Georgia, and finally reach Ushguli.

Ushguli is located at an altitude of 2200 metres, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a famous destination for hikes in Svaneti. From here we have a magnificent view of the highest mountain in Georgia, Shkhara, which we can admire and photograph.

A walk through the village allows us to experience the full beauty of Uschguli. In the evening, we will continue on to Mestia, where we will spend the night.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Mestia / in a family hotel

Day 10.In Mestia | heart of Svaneti.

We will start the day with a ride in a chairlift to the mountain Zuruldi (2300 m) (depending on the weather). There we will have a fantastic view of the mountains of the Caucasus and the Svaneti range. In the afternoon we will visit the Mestia museum and then we will have some free time.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Mestia / in hotel

Day 11.Mestia – Borjomi | from the Greater to the Lesser Caucasus

Today we will cover the longest distance of our round trip in Georgia – from Mestia to Borjomi. Borjomi is a well-known resort town in the Lesser Caucasus. We will spend the night here and have the opportunity to taste the famous Borjomi mineral water.

In Borjomi, guests will have the opportunity to hike to the sulfur springs and bathe in the thermal baths. It’s a very special part of nor round trip in Georgia.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Borjomi / at the hotel

Day 12.Borjomi – Vardzia | the Golden Age of Georgia

The southern part of Georgia, the Javakheti region in the Lesser Caucasus, boasts unique historical monuments and picturesque landscapes. On today’s slightly longer drive, we will reach the cave monastery of Vardzia, which was founded in the 12th century.

The cave monastery of Vardzia, built in the 12th century, is on our programme today and will be visited in the afternoon. The rest of the day is free for us to enjoy the beautiful garden of our accommodation on the river Kura.

Meals: Breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Vardzia / in a family hotel

Day 13.On the plateaus of the Lesser Caucasus | Vardzia - Tbilisi

The last day of our tour of Georgia begins with the drive back to Tbilisi after breakfast.

The route leads over the high plateau of the Lesser Caucasus and offers scenic views. On the way, we will stop at the beautiful Paravani and Saghamo lakes before arriving in Tbilisi in the evening. Here we are happy to organise a farewell dinner for our guests to round off the trip in style.

Meals: Breakfast, farewell dinner

Accommodation: Tbilisi / at the hotel

Day 14. Departure

Our wonderful round trip in Georgia ends with the transfer to the airport.

Travel dates:

21.06.2025 – 04.07.2025Available | 12 places still left

Please note: You can book this tour as an individual trip for dates that suit you. The best time to travel is between May and November. You can find out more about the best time to travel to Georgia HERE.

Tour price:

Prices per person in a DR:EUR 1930

SGL - supplement :EUR 320

Please note: The price applies if the minimum number of 2 participants is reached. Price differentiation if the minimum number of participants is not reached: PLEASE SEE HERE.

Our services included:

Transfers to/from airport
VerpflegungBreakfast and dinner
Travel organisation
English-speaking guide
Entrant cardsaccording to the programme
Overnightin a double room / 3* hotels, huts or tents (see programme)
Wine tastings
Welcome and farewell dinner
Water – 0.5 litres per day

NOT included:

Flight
Travel insurance
Alcohol
Tip

Route for a Round Trip in Georgia

FAQ-s about the round trip in Georgia

Question 1.What are the top tourist destinations in Georgia?

Some of the most popular destinations include Tbilisi, Svaneti with Ushguli, the cave city of Vardzia, Kazbegi, Mestia and the wine region of Kakheti.

Question 2.Which activities are particularly recommended in Georgia?

There are numerous activities to experience during a tour of Georgia, including wine tastings, visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, hiking in the mountains, exploring historic cities and culinary discoveries.

Question 3.When is the best time to travel to Georgia?

The best time to visit depends on your interests:

Spring (April-June): Pleasant temperatures and nature in bloom.
Autumn (September-October): Perfect for wine lovers and mild temperatures.
Summer (July-August): Ideal for mountain hikes in Svaneti or Tusheti.
Winter (December-February): Excellent for skiing in Gudauri or Bakuriani.

Question 4.What currency is used in Georgia?

The currency used in Georgia is the Georgian Lari. The exchange rate to the euro is approximately 1:3. Please note that this rate can be very volatile and subject to change.

Question 5.Which local specialities should you definitely try?

Khachapuri (stuffed cheese bread), Khinkali (dumplings), Georgian wine, and Shashlik (grilled meat) are a must.

Question 6.What is the means of transport in Georgia?

On our tours, guests travel in a comfortable vehicle, which is included in the price. The country has a good network of buses, minibuses and trains. Taxis and rental cars are also available.

Question 7.What languages are spoken in Georgia?

The official language is Georgian, but many residents also speak Russian and English, especially in tourist areas.

Question 8.What accommodation options are there in Georgia?

There is a wide range of accommodation, from hostels to luxury hotels. Airbnb and traditional guesthouses are also common.

Question 9.What cultural particularities should be taken into account?

Respect for older people, appropriate clothing in religious sites and removing shoes when entering houses are important.

Question 10.What outdoor activities are popular in Georgia?

Hiking, mountaineering, skiing in the winter months, white water rafting and climbing are very popular in Georgia.

Question 11.Are there any special rules or customs that travellers should be aware of?

Hospitality is a great tradition. Accepting invitations to dinner or for a glass of wine is often a gesture of friendship. Respect for religious sites is also important.

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Breakfast in Kazbeg in a Hotel in Kazbeg

Dinner at a Family Hotel near Kutaisi - Round Trip Georgia

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