DESCRIPTION
Explore Different Cultures
Day 1: Arrival
After arrival in Tbilisi International Airport, once you collect all your luggage and go to "Arrivals" Section of the Airport, our company representative will meet you in the Airport holding a board with your Name written on it. She / He will accompany you to the vehicle and will take you to your hotel to Check-in to your room and rest for a day to get over the jetlag and gather strength until beginning your adventure. Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 2: Tbilisi city and Old Town Mtskheta-Samtavro and Jvari Monastery tour 10:00-17:00
After breakfast we will start our tour with visiting The Bridge of peace and beautiful European Park which is situated in the Old Town, from the park we proceed the way by cable car to Narikala Fortress. The fortress was established in the 4th century and considerably expanded over subsequent centuries. Enjoy are spectacular views of the city from the battlements. We will continue exploring the Tbilisi Old Town with Sulfur Baths and Leghvtakhevi Waterfall – this district is called “Abanotubani”. Abanotubani is the place, where according to legend, King Vakhtang Gorgasali’s falcon fell, leading to the discovery of the hot springs and, subsequently the founding of a new capital. Will move to Holy Trinity church of Sameba The Sameba Cathedral is located on Elia Hill, which rises above the left bank of the Mtkvari River in the historic neighborhood of Avlabari District. After transfer to ancient city of Mtskheta, Samtavro and Jvari Monastery (6th century), Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th century). Significant religious site is the Svetitskhoveli. It was built in the 11 th century (1010-1029) on the site of the Twelve Apostles Church, the first Christian Georgian church erected in the 4 th century.
Due to its historical significance and several cultural monuments, the "Historical Monuments of Mtskheta" became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. As the birthplace and one of the most vibrant centers of Christianity in Georgia, Mtskheta was declared as the "Holy City" by the Georgian Orthodox Church in 2014.
In 2016 the Historical Monuments of Mtskheta were placed by UNESCO under Enhanced Protection, a mechanism established by the 1999 Second Protocol to the 1954 Hague Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict. Back to Tbilisi Hotel and overnight.
Day 3: Ananuri -Gudauri-Kazbegi 10:00-18:00
After breakfast transfer to Mtiuleti region. On the way to Kazbegi we will visit Ananuri fortress: seat the Dukes of Aragvi and its earliest parts date from the 13th century. The fortress is on the UNESCO Tentative list. We will continue our tour by visiting Friendship Monument - the monument is a large round stone and concrete structure overlooking the Devil's Valley in the Caucasus Mountains. Thereafter we will visit Gergeti Trinity Church - The Church is situated on the right bank of the river Chkheri (the left tributary of the river Terek). Will enjoy the stunning views of Mount Kazbeki, the third highest mountain in Georgia (after Mount Shkhara and Janga). Back to Tbilisi Hotel and overnight
Day 4: Transfer to Kakheti region and visit: Sighnaghi - Bodbe – Tsinandali Museum tour 10:00-18:00
After breakfast check-out from Tbilisi hotel and transfer to Kakheti region. Visit: Sighnaghi (City of love), a small town in the east of Georgia situated on the mountainside. It was founded in the 17th century. Is famous for its long city walls (18th Century), with watchtowers, there are well preserved 4.5 kilometer of stone walls and you can get the magnificent view of the Alazan valley and the great Caucasus Mountain. A famous Bodbe Monastery (4th century). Tour continues in Tsinandali Museum.
Prince Alexander Chavchavadze, the founder of the Georgian romanticism turned the estate in the village of Tsinandali, which he inherited from his father into cultural and intellectual center of the country, the status it preserves to this day.
The complex in Tsinandali embraces the memorial house, a landscape garden, a historical winery, wine cellar, hotel and a café. The vineyards have been restored and wine production has resumed. Explore the territory of Tsinandali. Check-in at Lopota hotel and overnight.
Day 5: Free leisure day
After breakfast enjoy with your free day at Lopota Resort and Spa. Explore the resort on your own.
Overnight in Lopota.
Day 6: Departure
After breakfast check-out from a hotel and transfer to Tbilisi International Airport.
Total Tour Price for 2 Persons in DBL/Twin Occupancy From : 2`910 USD
Package Includes:
Accommodation for 05 nights
Daily Breakfast
Private Domestic Transfers
Private Transportation
Guide
Entrance Tickets
Mineral Water
Package Does Not Include:
Lunch / Dinner
Flight Tickets
Any personal expenses