Grandiosity of canyons - Tour around canyons of Georgia
Route Tbilisi – Ananuri – Gudauri – Borjomi – Bakuriani – Canyons – Tskhaltubo – Tbilisi
6 nights 7 days tour
During tour around canyons of Georgia you will have a chance to visit most picturesque natural sights of Georgia. Take a boat ride through Martvili canyon and Prometheus cave. Enjoy panoramic view from Okatse canyon viewing deck. Take walk in Borjomi Central Park and meny more attractions awaiting you through out the journey.
Day 1:
Arrival to Tbilisi
Warm welcome at the airport, transfer to the hotel
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 2:
Breakfast in the hotel
10:00 starting the tour (time can be discussed with the guide)
Starting the tour from the Holy Trinity Cathedral commonly known as Sameba Cathedral. Built in 2004, Sameba is the highest church in Georgia, it is 101m tall.
Then we move forward to the old city, starting with the most famous areas called Abanotubani (area of the baths). Here we will visit the below landmarks:
Abanotubani – the ancient district of Tbilisi, known for its sulfuric baths.
Leghvtakhevi waterfall which is 22 meters tall. The name Leghvtakhevi comes from Georgian word "Leghvi" which means fig.
Narikala Fortress – you can notice this place from many sides of Tbilisi. Overlooking the Mtkvari River, Narikala offers stunning views on the city. You can enjoy a cable car ride to or from the area of Narikala.
Kartlis Deda (the mother of Georgia) – proudly overlooking the city, 20m aluminum woman is the symbol of the city
Then we continue to explore the city on the other side of the river:
Metekhi – historical neighborhood of Tbilisi, located on the elevated cliff that overlooks the Mtkvari River.
Rike Park – one of the newest parks located in the heart of Tbilisi. It leads us to the famous – Bridge of Peace - bow-shaped pedestrian bridge, a steel and glass construction illuminated with numerous LEDs, over the Kura River in downtown Tbilisi.
Once we take lots of pictures and enjoy the area of old town, we drive to Mtatsminda Park.
Mtatsminda Park is an amusement facility located atop Mount Mtatsminda on 770 meter height overlooking the Georgian capital Tbilisi. It is the highest point in Tbilisi. Located on more than 100 hectares. Park has more than 100 year’s history. Mtatsminda Park is the most popular theme park in Tbilisi.
Lunch during this tour can be planned upon wish and preference of the guests
Once the program is finished, the guide will leave you in the city or drop back to the hotel
Tour will be finished around 16:00
Time at leisure
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 3:
Breakfast in the hotel
10:00 starting the tour
Trip on Georgian Military road to Kazbegi
During this trip you will enjoy beautiful mountain views and fresh air
First stop at Zhinvali reservoir - hydroelectric dam on the Aragvi River with amazing views near Ananuri fortress - architectural complex of the late feudal times in Georgia. Built on the right bank of Aragvi River in 16th-17th cc, it was the main seat of Aragvi Eristavi - Dukes dynasty since 13th century
Second stop near the monument of friendship built in 1983 after signing the treaty of Georgievsk.
in Gudauri, opening beautiful views from the mountains
Passing by Gudauri ski resort – 2196 meters above the sea.
Visiting Gergety Trinity Church in Kazbegi by Jeeps in Stepantsminda. The elevation is 2170 meters.
Tour will be finished around 19:00
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 4:
Breakfast in the hotel
Departure to Borjomi via Bakuriani
Bakuriani - The mountain resort Bakuriani is situated on the northern slope of the Trialeti Range, 29 kilometers from Borjomi, at an elevation of 1,700 meters (5576 feet) above sea level in the sub-tropical zone. The snow blanket remains for 4-5 months but in the summer the aroma of the coniferous trees and other climatic factors create ideal conditions for rest and recreation. It is a paradise for ski lovers and an internationally important winter sports centre, which meets Olympic standards.
Continue journey to Borjomi
Borjomi is a resort town noted for mineral water industry, the Romanov summer palace in Likani, and the World Wide Fund for Nature-site Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park. Borjomi mineral water is particularly well known in those countries which were part of the former Soviet Union; the bottling of mineral water is a major source of income for the area.
Overnight in Borjomi
Day 5:
Breakfast in the hotel
Trip to Samegrelo and visiting Martvili canyon – the miracle of the nature, where you have the chance to ride the boats there with amazing waterfalls
Okatse Canyon is natural monument with recently built high quality tourist infrastructure – stairs, footpaths offering magnificent views to the canyon and its surroundings make a nice day out in the nature especially in spring when water levels are high and nature is in blossom
Check in the hotel in Tskhaltubo
Overnight in Tskhaltubo
Day 6:
Breakfast in the hotel
Morning departure back to Tbilisi
Visiting UNESCO Heritage places Jvari Monastery - a sixth century Georgian Orthodox monastery near Mtskheta, eastern Georgia. It is listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO
Svetitskhoveli Church is an Eastern Orthodox cathedral, A masterpiece of the Early Middle Ages, Svetitskhoveli is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. It is currently the second largest church building in Georgia
Continue journey to Tbilisi
Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 7:
Breakfast in the hotel
Check out from hotel at 12 noon
Free time before departure
Transfer to the airport and farewell to Georgia
Rack rates. Price per person based on double/twin rooms accommodation:
4* hotels - 444 USD
5* hotels (budget) - 525 USD
5* hotels (premium) - 686 USD
*Special B2B rates are available for contracted agencies
*For groups more then 10 guests additional discounts applied, please contact us on info@judi-travel.com
Inclusions
6 nights’ accommodation in the hotel including breakfast
Private Airport chauffeurs
Private transportation through the tour route in the comfortable car (different types of vehicles available according to the number of tourists)
Private sightseeing tours with professional English speaking guide
Jeeps in Kazbegi
Optional
Lunches / Dinners
Early check in to the hotel
Late check out from the hotel
Tours and sightseeing which are not mentioned in the program
Entry Tickets
Exclusions
Flight tickets
Tips
Visa charges (if required)