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Once the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Colchis, Kutaisi and its surrounding villages are home to centuries-old buildings and streets well-worn by time. Instead of wasting time booking rental cars and researching how to get around, this tour covers the region’s historical highlights in a day. Visit the Gelati and Motsameta Monasteries outside of Kutaisi, boat across an underground lake in the impressive Prometheus Cave, and hike through the Sataplia Nature Reserve and snap photos of the reserve’s well-preserved dinosaur footprints.

Visit Armenia’s highlights with ease from Tbilisi on this 2-day guided tour. Depart from your Tbilisi hotel in a private vehicle with a driver and make your way into Armenia. Pause on the way at Lake Sevan before continuing to the capital city of Yerevan. Travel to Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, and Haghpat Monastery. Enjoy a tasting of local brandies in Yerevan.

Drive along the Georgian Military Road from Tbilisi to Stepantsminda, stopping to see important landmarks and take photos along the way. Visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) Ananuri (a castle complex), Gergeti Trinity Church, and more. You can also choose to hike to a waterfall or stop for epic views at a ski resort.

The Kakheti - Sighnaghi Private Day Trip from Tbilisi with wine tasting and Bodbe Monastery is unique for its comprehensive blend of cultural, scenic and spiritual experiences. Visitors enjoy breathtaking views of the Alazani Valley from Sighnaghi, the "City of Love," explore its charming streets and historical sites, and immerse themselves in Georgia's rich wine-making tradition with tastings in Kakheti. The tour also includes a visit to the serene Bodbe Monastery, an important religious site with beautiful gardens and a sacred healing spring. This tour offers a perfect combination of picturesque landscapes, historical and spiritual insights, and the delightful flavors of Georgian wine.

Visit Armenia and be back in Tbilisi by nightfall during this full-day, small-group excursion from Georgia. Visit three stunning and historic monasteries, including two inscribed on the UNESCO world heritage list. Tour the Soviet-built town of Alaverdi and dig into a tasty Armenian restaurant lunch, included in the tour.

Discover a handful of must-see destinations outside Tbilisi during this full-day, private guided tour. Enjoy panoramic views from UNESCO-listed Jvari Monastery, explore the iconic pilgrimage site of Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, learn about the life of Joseph Stalin in Gori, and venture into an ancient rock-hewn town in Uplistsikhe. Door-to-door transportation and bottled water are included.

Combine stops at Georgia's most impressive cultural attractions with an insider's wine tasting crawl on this special full-day, private combo trip. First, taste traditional Georgian wines at a local wine factory, followed by a family-run winery. Then, learn about Georgia's religious heritage at Bodbe Monastery, and tour Signaghi, known as the City of Love, and its historic wall that overlooks the Alazani Valley.

What to see on the road to Stepantsminda (Kazbegi)- Kazbegi (since 2007 renamed Stepantsminda) is the first large settlement on the Georgian side of the Georgian Military Highway. The sights of Kazbegi include natural and architectural monuments that are worth seeing. Old Mount Kazbek is actually an extinct volcano that last erupted 2.5 thousand years ago. Church Gergeti, against the background of Kazbeg is not just a view from a postcard, it is a sight without which it is impossible to say, that a person has been in Georgia. The building itself looks quite ascetic, it is not replete with luxurious decorations, architectural delights. Kazbegi tour is the secrets of the four gorges.

Explore Georgia on this private multi-stop tour, including some of the country's top highlights. Visiting all of these locations—Mtskheta, Ananuri, Gudauri, and Kazbegi—on your own might be a stressful undertaking, but this tour includes a dedicated guide to lead you and all transportation. Along the way, learn about the stops and each of their unique cultures and history through guided commentary.

Get a feel for the history of Georgia on this full-day private tour from Tbilisi. You'll visit the hilltop Jvari Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, along with the town of Gori, where you'll have the option of visiting the Stalin Museum. You’ll then visit the ancient rock-hewn town of Uplistsikhe and the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, also a World Heritage Site, before returning to Tbilisi.

Venture south of Tbilisi to discover northern Armenia on this full-day private tour. Drive through the green mountain scenery to explore highlights such as the Akhtala fortified church and the UNESCO-listed medieval monasteries of Sanahin and Haghpat. Learn more about Armenian and Georgian history from your informative guide and sample the local cuisine at traditional restaurants of the Debed River—not included.

Immerse yourself in Georgia’s rich history during this private, full-day tour from Tbilisi. Visit 6th-century Jvari church and medieval-era Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in history-filled Mtskheta, stop at Uplistsikhe, an ancient cave-town dating back to the 10th century BC, and learn about Stalin’s legacy in his hometown of Gori. Door-to-door transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off is provided.

Spend a half-day immersed in the regional cuisine of Georgia in a Tbilisi local’s kitchen. Your private group will enjoy personalized attention and an intimate atmosphere as you learn to make dishes such as khachapuri, khinkali, fkhali, and others. Your hosts will explain the importance that each dish has in the local cuisine as you cook; then sit down to eat the feast you’ve made with more conversation about Georgian culture and food.

Enjoy personalized attention and the ability to travel at your own pace while exploring Gudauri and Kazbegi on this private tour from Tbilisi. Additionally, visit the 11th-century Svetitskhoveli cathedral and the 6th-century Jvari monastery in Mtskheta, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Other highlights include Gergeti Trinity Church, Ananuri Fortress, and Jinvali Water Reservoir, among others.

This private departure transfer offers a comfortable, reliable, and stress-free way to get from your hotel or Airbnb in Tbilisi to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS). With door-to-door service, a professional driver, and a clean, comfortable vehicle, you can relax knowing your airport transfer is fully arranged. The private service ensures flexibility, punctual pickup, and a smooth ride, making your departure from Tbilisi easy and convenient. ✈️

Seasonality - All year round, only in dry weather. We will reach the village of Tbisi by transport, and from here we walk, back and forth about 7 km. Birtvis Canyons are located next to the Algeti Reservoir. Intricate paths winding in the subtropical forest and narrow passages in a chain of high canyons keep a mysterious atmosphere. It will take about an hour and a half to climb (with slow walking) with a breather near the ruins of the ancient fortress of Deda Tsikhe. The road to the top goes past the fortified walls of Birtvisi with holes in the loopholes, two gates and a watchtower. At the highest point is Sheupovari - a watch tower, visible from afar. At an altitude of 1000 m, a natural observation deck awaits, from where you can clearly see canyons, ancient buildings, the beauty of the Algeti Valley. After going down we can have a picnic on the grass or visit a fish restaurant not far from the Algeti reservoir.

The historic monuments and stunning natural landscapes of Kazbegi lie around three hours north of Tbilisi, close to the Russian border. On this full-day tour from Tbilisi, take in all the highlights of Georgia’s top end, including the Jinvali Water Reservoir, Ananuri Fortified Castle, and the Gudauri Ski Resort. Stop along the way to visit the Russian Georgian Friendship Monument and Gergeti Trinity Church, admire views of Mount Kazbek, and sample traditional Georgian cuisine at a local restaurant (own expense).

Perfect for first-time visitors, this immersive half-day tour offers a private chauffeured journey through Tbilisi’s highlights. Led by a local driver-guide, discover fascinating sights such as the 13th-century Metekhi Church, take in the blend of European and Asian influences at Rike Park, spot Soviet-era monuments, soak up sweeping views from Narikala Fortress, and wander through the historic Old Town and its vibrant bazaars.

Discover Georgia’s scenic southern Kakheti province on this private full-day trip from Tbilisi. Venture into Kakheti’s semi-desert landscapes and visit the David Gareja Monastery, set on the Georgia-Azerbaijan border and home to 6th-century monastic caves. Then, visit the medieval Bodbe Monastery near the hilltop town of Signagi. Admire the Alazani valley from Signagi’s watchtowers and enjoy a Kakhetian lunch (own expense) and optional wine tasting (additional cost). Your tour includes Tbilisi hotel pickup and drop-off.

Uplistsikhe, in translation Fortress of the Lord, is a cave town fortress situated on a rocky massif on the left bank of the river Mtkvari. Dating back to I-II millennium B.C. Uplistsikhe was an important religious, political and cultural centre in the Hellenistic and the late Antique periods. Joseph Stalin’s Museum in Gori – Stalin originally Georgian, was the secretary general of the Communist Party during second world war and one of the most influential dictators of modern times. Museum features Stalin’s house - a hut where he was born. Chronicles of Georgia. Few of the city's guests visit it, although the semantic load and large-scale dimensions are worth your attention and time. The grandiose ensemble of monumental sculptures “History of Georgia” was created by the hands of the Tbilisi genius Zurab Tsereteli.

Combine some of the Caucasus Mountains' top sights on this full-day tour from Tbilisi. With all transportation included, travel through the north of Georgia, visiting highlights such as Kazbegi town, the Ethnographic Musuem, the Ananuri Fortress, and the Jinvali Man-Made Reservoir.

For outrageous mountain vistas that you can enjoy on a day trip from Tbilisi, consider visiting the Kazbegi Region. Though driving is an option, it's a shame to focus on the road, instead of the view. Let someone else lead the way on this daylong tour into the mountains. Visit a castle complex, historic church, and enjoy a photo opportunities at the Gudauri ski resort. Adventurous visitors should consider the paragliding option.

Religion has played an important part in Georgian history and culture. In this tour, you will visit three of the most important buildings in Kutaisi - the great Bagrati cathedral, and the Gelati and Motsameta monasteries. The Gelati monastery is a masterpiece of medieval Georgia and holds a significant value to the history and culture of the country. Regardless of your beliefs, this tour can be a great spiritual experience.

Ride the Georgian Military Road on a private tour of Stepantsminda (formerly Kazbegi) from Tbilisi. Relax and enjoy the view as someone else handles the driving on the winding mountain road. Travel between highlights including the Ananuri complex and the Jinvali water reservoir with ease, and benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide along the way.