From Kutaisi To Tbilisi

Arrival and overnight in Kutaisi

On this day, from Kutaisi you’ll continue your way to Gori, a hometown of the Soviet Leader Joseph Stalin. The tour includes visiting his house-museum in order to learn more about his childhood spent in Georgia. Afterward, we will drive to Uplistsikhe. The name of this rock-hewn town translates into English as Lord’s Fortress. The area played a significant role in Georgia history and features architectural marvels of different periods including, pre-Christian, Anatolian, and Iranian.Then, you’ll continue your way to Tbilisi for overnight.

You’ll start your trip with learning more about the Georgia’s capital, Tbilisi. You’ll be able to visit some of its iconic landmarks, such as a 4th century Narikala Fortress, famous sulfur bath neighborhood Abanotubani, the Freedom Square, the oldest Basilica - Anchiskhati, Metekhi Church, walk on pedestrian bridge called the Peace Bridge, and visit Rike Park. You’ll listen to the history of the city, how it came to be and why it’s called Tbilisi.

The day starts with a drive to Kakheti region to visit some of the most important landmarks. Bodbe Monastery is the final resting place of St. Nino, an evangelist who brought Christianity to Georgia in the 4th century. Afterward, you’ll visit Sighnaghi town, located only 2 km from here. Known as the city of love, Sighnaghi is a beautiful town with its red rooftops, colorful houses, and narrow cobblestone streets overlooking the picturesque Alazani Valley. After, back to Tbilisi for overnight.

The day starts with visiting Jvari Monastery, which sits at the top of the hill overlooking Mtskheta and junction of Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers. Jvari Monastery is one of the oldest religious buildings in Georgia. It is believed that St. Nino, the evangelist who brought Christianity to the country put her wooden cross here. The name “Jvari” means “cross” in English. Then, you’ll visit the former capital of Georgia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site - Mtskheta. Here, you’ll visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, one of the most important religious buildings in the country. In addition, it’s the architectural masterpiece of Early Middle Ages. The day continues to Zhinvali Dam, one of the most picturesque reservoirs in Georgia with its emerald green waters. You’ll stop by Ananuri Castle, which was a seat for Dukes of Aragvi, a feudal family ruling the area in the 13th century, as well as see the confluence spot of white and black Aragvi rivers. From here, the road to Stepantsminda goes through the Georgia Military Road. On the way, you’ll stop at Friendship Monument dedicated to Russian-Georgian friendship and overlook the picturesque valley from here.

This take takes you around Stepantsminda and its surroundings. First, you’ll visit Gergeti Trinity Church, one of the most beautiful landscapes in the area. The church sits at the root of Mount Kazbegi offering stunning views of the surrounding Caucasus Range. Then, you’ll continue towards Gveleti waterfall and visit the remote villages - Sno and Juta. Juta is one of the highest settlements within the area, located at 2,200 meters above the sea level. It’s also very popular because of Chaukhi mountain range, nested on the main ridge of the Caucasus mountain range.

On this day from Kazbegi via Rikoti you'll drive to Kutaisi. Kutaisi is the former capital and home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You will see all the important landmarks within the city tour including Bagrati Cathedral, Gelati Monastery, and the Prometheus Cave. Then you’ll continue your way to Martvili Canyon, one of the most gorgeous places of the country. With its emerald green water and untouched nature, you’ll see why Martvili is considered as the natural wonder of the country. In addition, you’ll be able to ride a boat inside the canyon to make your trip even more exciting and adventurous.

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