Georgia: Tbilisi, Kazbegi, Mtskheta, Kakheti & Borjomi Discovery Tour

Enjoy your breakfast and step out to explore Georgia. Today you will enjoy a guided tour to the most iconic city Tbilisi, uncover the culture, heritage and history. Enjoy a guided full-day tour of Tbilisi, combining walking and vehicle travel to cover the city’s key highlights. A cable car ride is included for panoramic views.

The day begins with a walk through the charming Old Tbilisi district, filled with narrow lanes, colorful balconies, and a rich mix of architecture. You’ll take a cable car up to the historic Narikala Fortress, where panoramic views of the city await. You’ll visit the iconic Bridge of Peace and the ancient Metekhi Church, perched above the Mtkvari River. The famous sulphur bath district, Abanotubani, offers a look into Tbilisi’s thermal spa culture. The tour also includes the impressive Holy Trinity Cathedral (Sameba), followed by a drive down Rustaveli Avenue and a visit to Freedom Square. A cable car ride is included for panoramic views.

Today includes round-trip transfers from Tbilisi to Mtskheta and Uplistsikhe in a comfortable private vehicle. Explore Georgia’s ancient religious and architectural heritage with your guide. Moderate walking required across historical and uneven terrain.

Your day starts with a visit to Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you’ll explore the hilltop Jvari Monastery, offering a stunning view of the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers. In the heart of Mtskheta, you’ll visit the grand Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece and a sacred site in Georgian Orthodoxy. Later, you’ll journey to Uplistsikhe, a fascinating cave city carved into sandstone cliffs, where you’ll explore tunnels, chambers, and ancient worship spaces that date back to the early Iron Age.

Treat yourself with a hearty breakfast. Today features a scenic drive along the Georgian Military Highway with several photo stops, ending in Stepantsminda (Kazbegi). A 4×4 vehicle is used for the final ascent to the Gergeti Trinity Church. Take in breathtaking mountain landscapes, explore fortresses, and enjoy an off-road ride up to one of Georgia’s most iconic churches.

You’ll begin your journey with a stop at the turquoise Zhinvali Reservoir, followed by a tour of the 17th-century Ananuri Fortress complex overlooking the water. As you ascend into the Caucasus Mountains, you’ll stop at Gudauri for panoramic views and visit the striking Russia–Georgia Friendship Monument. The day’s highlight is the visit to Gergeti Trinity Church, perched dramatically on a mountaintop at over 2,000 meters altitude, offering unmatched views of Mount Kazbegi and the surrounding peaks.

Today’s journey takes you east from Tbilisi to the Kakheti region and back, with multiple stops in between. Experience Georgia’s wine culture through tastings and vineyard visits, stroll through a romantic hilltop town, and visit a peaceful monastery. Your exploration of Kakheti begins at the KTW Winery, where you’ll learn about Georgia’s ancient winemaking traditions and enjoy tastings of local wines. You’ll then visit the serene Bodbe Monastery, set among gardens and known as the final resting place of Saint Nino, who brought Christianity to Georgia. The day ends in the charming town of Sighnaghi, known as the “City of Love,” where cobbled streets, pastel homes, and distant views of the Alazani Valley and Caucasus Mountains create a perfect atmosphere for relaxation and photography.

A day trip from Tbilisi to Borjomi and back will be arranged in a private vehicle. Leisurely walks through lush parks, mineral water tasting, and optional cable car ride or forest walk. In Borjomi, you’ll visit the famous Borjomi Central Park, known for its mineral springs and natural beauty. Stroll along forested trails, enjoy the fresh mountain air, and taste the region’s legendary mineral water straight from the source. The park features beautiful landscaping, old buildings from the imperial Russian era, and an optional cable car ride that gives you scenic views over the valley.

You’ll be transferred from your hotel to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) based on your flight schedule. Check out from the hotel and prepare for your return journey. If time allows, you may explore nearby cafes or pick up souvenirs before heading to the airport.