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8 Day Self-drive tour to Georgia, Tbilisi, Kakheti, Kazbegi

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Gergeti Trinity Church, Stepantsminda

Kazbegi. Gergeti Trinity Church

Kazbegi. Gergeti Trinity Church

Kazbegi Pick & Gergeti church

Kazbegi Pick & Gergeti church

Panorama from Jvari. Armazi Mountains, Mtskheta.

Panorama from Jvari. Armazi Mountains, Mtskheta.

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8 Day tour to Georgia, Tbilisi, Kakheti, Kazbegi

Starts from: TBILISI 

Available: all season

Distance: 791 km

Type: Private Cultural multiday tour

Duration: 8 DAYS

The 8 day tour of Georgia gives you an unforgettable introduction to the country's history, culture, and architecture. 

You will visit Bodbe, a medieval monastery located near the town of Signaghi. You will stop at Tsinandali museum & Chubini winery for some wine tasting as well as Lagazi for some traditional Georgian lunch. Then You will head to Gremi, Visit also Gergeti trinity church by 4x4. And go ahead to Gveleti waterfall and Dariali gorge. 

 

This is an incredible opportunity to experience the true beauty of Georgia – a land rich in ancient culture, spectacular landscapes and fascinating people.

Sights to Visit

Itinerary


Day to day

Meet and transfer to the hotel. 

Overnight in Tbilisi. 

Recommended to start Tbilisi city tour is 10:00AM

To make your stay more exciting, we have suggested a number of sightseeing in Tbilisi. You can start off at the Holy Trinity Cathedral (Sameba). Explore the city's historic district,  visit the world's tallest Orthodox Christian cathedral.

Visit Metekhi plateau & church was built in the 13th century and sits on top of a cliff with a fantastic view of the Old Town. 

Afterwards, you can continue to Europe Square, Rike park and take a cable car  to The Narikala Fortress –one of the oldest landmarks of the city. Enjoy panoramic views form the fortress, visit Legvtakhevi  (“Fig Ravine) and waterfall, walk through The sulfur bathhouse district and Shardeni street with outdoor cafes, art galleries and souvenir stores.

Overnight in Tbilisi.

Driving distance: 3h 23min(206 km)

Meet rental guy to take car.

Breakfast in the morning.

You will begin your day by visiting Kakheti region and its famous monastery in Davit Gareja.  The complex of churches and monasteries, built in the early middle ages, is one of the most interesting and diverse architectural complexes in the Georgia. It includes hundreds of cave cells, living areas, chapels and other buildings.

After the journey from Tbilisi to Davit Gareji, you can stop at Bodbe monastery near the picturesque town of Signaghi. Originally built in 9th century, it was renovated several times until it reached its present state in 17th century. 

After 2 kilometers drive, arrive in Sighnaghi - a small charming town on the eastern foothills of Gombori mountain range, overlooking the valley of Alazani and surrounded by the defensive medieval curtain walls.

In Signaghi you have overnight at Lost ridge Ranch, where you have optional activity like horse riding, cooking classes atc.

Overnight In Signaghi

Driving distance: 2h 36min(145 km)

Breakfast in the morning.

First place to visit is Tsinandali museum, which is of Kakhetian nobleman Alexandre Chavchavadze, he was a person who delivered the classical European technology of wine making. You can visit amazing English-French garden, and have a glass of white wine.

After Tsinandali drive to the Lagazi wine cellar, where you can taste 4 types of Georgian wine and taste some of the delicious Tushetian dishes, as Apokhti’s Khinkali, Tatkhuri, red drum bread etc. 

Next stop is Gremi monastery. Today, this monument consists of a castle, church and bell tower. In addition to the architectural composition, it is surrounded by a medieval wall with turrets and towers.

The journey continues to Shilda Village, where guests will visit the Chubini Wine Cellar located at the foothills of the Caucasus Mountains. Here, you will taste 2 types of wines fermented in qvevri – big clay vessels buried in the ground. This tradition has been practiced for 8000 years and has become an integral part of Georgian culture and viticulture.

Overnight in Kvareli,  at Chubini cottage

Driving distance: 3h 48min(201km)

After breakfast drive from Shilda to Kazbegi. On the road, you can visit Ananuri fortress& Zhinvali reservoir. Medieval fort is comprised of churches, fortification structures, escape tunnel and residential tower of local lords – Aragvi Eristavi.

The road has great economic and historical importance, as it was part of the Great Silk Road connecting Caucasus countries to the north. In 19th century the road was named by Russian Empire as Georgian Military Highway, today we follow it through Jvari Pass, Gudauri observation platform, travertine mountain up to Kazbegi and in the evening arrive in Stepantsminda for overnight.

Driving distance: 51min (31,6 km)

After breakfast, you will drive to Gergeti Mountain  - an unforgettable and epic drive for everyone who likes nature. Visit the Holy Trinity Church 14th century, located on top of the mountain, overlooking Stepantsminda and at the same time, situated under the foot of glacier Kazbegi (5054 m). After this stop, drive to Dariali Gorge (4040 m), visit waterfall Gveleti.

Finally, you'll drive back to Kazbegi where you'll enjoy local cuisine. 

*optional- Gergeti zipline per person price – 130 GEL

Overnight in Stephantsminda.

Driving distance:  3h 1min (157 km)

After breakfast drive to Mtskheta. Located at the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers, the city of Mtskheta was once the capital of Iberia (3rd century BC - 4th century AD). Pondering its historic past and lofty medieval architecture, UNESCO has deemed these landmarks as part of World Heritage Site. Visit both Svetitskhoveli Cathedral & Jvari Church, main landmarks of Mtskheta historic town. 

*Suggested: Holoseum Tbilisi Museum- per person price 21.5 GEL

*Suggested Illusion museum Tbilisi - per person price 35 GEL

Rental car drop-off

Overnight in Tbilisi

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out time is 12:00. Transfer to the Airport for departure. 

We wish you nice flight back home and hope to greet you again in Georgia.

Inclusions


Included

Private Transportation:

  • 2 x transfers to/from airport to/from the hotel by a Comfortable Climate Controlled sedan (1-3 seats);minivan (4-6 seats) - On days 1,8
  • Comfortable Climate Controlled self-drive Nissan Xterra specialized off-road vehicle category 2010-2015 year of production; (2-4seats) ;Toyota Fortuner Hilux Brand new category, 2016-2021 year of production (4-6 seats) – days 3-7

Accommodation:      

  • 3 x nights in Tbilisi Citrus or similar
  • 1 x night in Sighnaghi Lost ridge or similar
  • 1 x night in Kvareli  Chubini cottage or similar
  • 2 x night in Kazbegi Sunshine hotel or similar

Meals:

  • 7 x Breakfasts-on days 2-8
  • 1 x Lunches – days 4

Entertainment and other:

  • Excursions in accordance with the program 
  • Entrance fees in accordance with the program
  • Tsinandali wine testing &museum
  • Lunch & wine tasting at Lagazi wine cellar
  • Wine-tasting in Chubini winery 
  • Local sim card with preloaded balance: 4 GB mobile internet & 10 GEL for local/international calls
  • 24/7 assistance of local operator
  • All Taxes

 


Excluded

  • Insurance
  • Flight Tickets
  • Early Check In/Late Check Out 
  • Fuel Expenses
  • Guide Service
  • Navigator Jeep with technical assistance: 

Price


Group size Price per adult
Solo 1121 $
2 - 3 people 777 $
4 - 5 people 611 $
6 - 15 people 587 $

The above prices (except for solo) are based on two people sharing a twin/double room accommodation.

There is additional fee for single room accomodation that you can select at checkout.

Child Policy
0-6 years - Free
7-12 years - 50%
12 years and above - Adult

*Online booking deposit will be deducted from the total tour price.

The balance can be paid in one of the following ways:

  • Bank transfer - in Euro/USD/GBP currency, no later than two weeks before the tour starts
  • VISA/Master card - in GEL (local currency) in Tbilisi only, before the tour starts, directly to your guide via POS terminal. Card service fee +3%
  • Cash - GEL only, directly to the nearest TBC Bank office or TBC Bank Cash terminal no later than the beginning of the tour.

For a larger group or custom itinerary please contact us at info[at]georgianholidays.com

Tips for booking procedure:

How to know which “Operator” to select?


You only need to select the Operator name if you have previously communicated with one of our sales agents via phone or email, otherwise please leave it at default.

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Additional optional charges on spot:

  • Holoseum Tbilisi- 14 $
  • Illusion museum Tbilisi: 13 $

 

Cancellation is free of charge prior 7 days of the starting day.

  • The booking deposit 60 $ is non-refundable. 

If Tourist cancels the booked tour for some reasons not depending on Tour Operator, the following sums are kept back as a fine:

  • 50% of the total cost of tourist product in case of tour cancellation 7 days or less prior to the tour;
  • 100% of the total cost of the tourist product due to the Tourist's failure to appear.

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