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4 Days

Availability : Mai - October

Start of the Tour: Tbilisi

End of the Tour: Tbilisi

Min Age : 18

Max People : min. 4 - max. 12

|| Wine world of Kakheti

Programme

Overview

On our wine trip through Georgia in the Kakheti and Kartli regions, you will get to know some of the most outstanding wine producers in Eastern Georgia. These breathtaking regions are characterised by a rich culture and an impressive variety of wines.

You will also be able to admire the impressive landscape and experience the warm hospitality of the people you meet along the way. Embark on this adventure and discover the fascination and unique charm of Georgia!

Our friendly and knowledgeable team of tour guides is always on hand to ensure that your wine tour in Kakheti and Kartli is an unforgettable experience.

Please note: This trip can also be booked as an individual trip with or without a tour guide as a self-drive tour.

Highlights

Gombori Pass, Qvevri wine cellar, Lagvani winery, Kondoli winery, Telavi
‘Shumi’ wine museum and family winery “Chubini” in the village of Shilda, Gremi Castle
Mtskheta Svetistkhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Church, Jagos Wines, Uplistsikhe Ruins, Naperi Winery
Excavations at Gadachrili Gora, vineyard in Bolnisi, wine cellar near a monastery

Itinerary:

Day 1.Tbilisi - Telavi - Kondoli

Our wine tour in Georgia begins with a drive to the picturesque region of Kakheti, which extends east of Tbilisi and is considered the most renowned wine region in the country.

The route takes us over the Gombori Pass to the charming village of Vardisubani, where we will have an exciting encounter with Mr Zaza. He is one of the few craftsmen who still make Georgian wine amphorae, known as Qvevri, using traditional methods.

Zaza will show us his modest workshop and give us fascinating insights into the art of Qvevri production. We will have the opportunity to taste wine and chacha, the Georgian schnapps, at his place.

We continue to Akhmeta, where we visit the charming family winery ‘Lagvani’. A relaxing lunch break with wine tasting and a delicious lunch awaits us here.

After visiting the Lagvani winery, we will visit a monastery in Ikalto, which housed a prestigious academy in the 12th and 13th centuries where, among other things, the art of winemaking was taught.

Afterwards, we will continue to Telavi, where we will have time at leisure until dinner. Dinner and wine tasting will take place at another family winery in the village of Kondoli.

Meals: Lunch, dinner, wine tasting

Accommodation: Telavi / in hotel

Day 2.Telavi - Tbilisi

Not far from Telavi, one of the most renowned wineries in the country, the Shumi winery, awaits us. Our first stop today is the winery, where we can visit a very interesting wine museum.

The beautiful garden, where a variety of Georgian and international grape varieties are planted, is also worth seeing. After we have tasted the wines on site, we continue our journey to the village of Shilda.

In the family winery ‘Chubini’ in Shilda, we will be welcomed by a young and successful winemaker who will give us interesting insights into his business. Lunch and wine tasting in a cosy atmosphere await us here.

The programme also includes a visit to the impressive 17th-century Gremi castle ruins.

Meals: lunch, dinner, wine tasting

Accommodation: Tbilisi / in hotel

Day 3.Tbilisi - Mtskheta - Tbilisi

At our meeting with the wine researcher and winemaker Mr Giorgi, we will learn exciting stories about Georgian wine culture and have the opportunity to taste various local wines.

In the village of Chardakhi, a fascinating family winery run by Mr Jago awaits us. He has been producing so-called natural wine for many years and is known for his unique wines.

Of course, we won’t miss the opportunity to visit the winery and enjoy these special wines during a lunch and wine tasting.

We will use the time between lunch and dinner for an excursion to the ancient city of Uplistsikhe. We will return to the ‘Naperi’ family winery for dinner and wine tasting at around 7:00 pm. After that, we will continue on to Tbilisi.

Meals: Lunch, dinner, wine tasting

Accommodation: Tbilisi / at the hotel

Day 4.Tbilisi - Bolnisi - Tbilisi

Today is an extremely fascinating day of our wine tour in Kakheti on the programme. We will travel to the place where the history of wine literally originated. We will visit the archaeological site near the town of Bolnisi, known as ‘Gadachrili Gora’, where the oldest wine artefacts in human history were found.

In addition to two family wineries, we will also have the opportunity to visit a wine cellar near a monastery where the wine is made by the monks who live there.

If time permits, we will visit the ancient ruins of Dmanisi, a valley once inhabited by Stone Age hominids.

In the evening, we return to Tbilisi and end our exciting wine tour of Georgia.

Meals: Lunch, dinner, wine tasting

Accommodation: Tbilisi / at the hotel

Travel dates:

20.05.2025 – 20.10.2025Available | 12 places still left

NOTE: As there are no fixed dates for this trip, you can arrange the travel period flexibly. The trip is possible from the end of May to mid-October. Find out more about the best time to visit Georgia.

Price:

Prices per person in a DR:EUR 560

Sgl - supplement:EUR 60

IMPORTANT: The price applies if the minimum number of participants is reached. Not reaching of the minimum number of participants PLEASE SEE HERE.

Our services included:

Transfers from / to airport
Alle Transfers und Nahverkehr im bequemen Minibus
Breakfast, snack/picnic, dinner
Travel organisation
English-speaking guide
Tickets according to the programme
Overnight stays in a double room3* - 5* Hotels
All wine-tastings as per programme.
Welcome and farewell dinner
Water – 0.5 litres per day

NOT included services:

Flight
Travel insurance
Tip

Our route

FAQ about wine tour in Georgia

Question 1Which region in Georgia is best for a wine tour?

Kakheti in eastern Georgia is the best region for a wine tour in Georgia, as it is known for its rich wine culture and tradition.

Question 2.What types of wine can you taste in Georgia?

In Georgia, you can try a wide selection of wines, including Saperavi, Rkatsiteli, Kisi, Kindzmarauli and many other local varieties.

Question 3.Are there guided tours for wine lovers in Georgia?

Yes, there are numerous guided wine tours in Georgia where you can visit wineries, enjoy wine tastings and learn about the region’s wine culture.

Question 4.Can you experience traditional winemaking methods in Georgia?

Yes, in Georgia you can experience traditional methods of winemaking up close, such as the use of qvevri (Georgian amphorae), and understand the ancient techniques. This is what we will experience on the wine tour in Georgia.