Georgian Story

Peace Bridge: A striking bow-shaped pedestrian bridge made of glass and steel over the Mtkvari River, connecting old and new Tbilisi.

Historic Sulfur Baths: Located in Abanotubani, these iconic dome-shaped brick bathhouses sit over the hot springs where the city was originally founded.

Narikala Fortress: An ancient 4th-century fortress overlooking the city. We'll take a scenic cable car ride to reach its historic walls.

Mother of Georgia: "Kartlis Deda", a massive statue standing high above the city, holding a bowl of wine for friends and a sword for enemies.

Mtatsminda Park: Ride the historic funicular train to the highest point in Tbilisi for breathtaking panoramic views of the entire capital.

Lunch Time: A perfect break to enjoy authentic Georgian cuisine and relax at a carefully selected local restaurant.

Sameba Cathedral: The Holy Trinity Cathedral, one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world, featuring stunning golden domes.

Chronicles of Georgia: Often called the "Stonehenge of Tbilisi", this massive hidden monument depicts scenes from Georgian history and offers great views of the Tbilisi Sea.

Mtskheta City & Svetitskhoveli: Explore the ancient capital of Georgia and visit the stunning Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site known as the heart of Georgian Christianity.

Jvari Church: A 6th-century hilltop monastery offering the most famous panoramic view in Georgia—the breathtaking confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers.

Lunch Time: Take a break to enjoy delicious traditional Georgian cuisine, perhaps trying the famous local beans in a clay pot (Lobio).

Gori Fortress: A historic medieval citadel perched on a rocky hill, offering commanding views over the city of Gori.

Uplistsikhe Cave City: Step back in time as you walk through this ancient rock-hewn town dating back to the Iron Age, featuring carved streets, temples, and halls.

Jinvali Dam: A stunning turquoise water reservoir surrounded by lush mountains, providing a perfect photo opportunity on the way.

Ananuri Fortress: A well-preserved 17th-century castle complex overlooking the Aragvi river gorge.

Aragvi River: A beautiful river stop where you can enjoy the stunning scenery. Optional water rafting is available here for adventure seekers!

Lunch Time: A perfect break to taste delicious, authentic Georgian mountain food, such as the famous Khinkali.

Panoramic View of Gudauri: The famous Friendship Monument, perched on a dramatic cliff edge offering spectacular views of the Devil's Valley.

Kazbegi Mountains: Experience the sheer grandeur of the high Caucasus peaks towering all around you as we arrive in the town of Stepantsminda.

Gergeti Monastery: The iconic 14th-century church situated at an elevation of 2170 meters right under Mount Kazbek. Reached via an optional off-road 4x4 car ride!

Jinvali Dam: A stunning water reservoir surrounded by mountains, providing a perfect photo opportunity on the way.

Ananuri Fortress: A well-preserved 17th-century castle complex overlooking the river gorge.

Aragvi River: A beautiful river stop where you can enjoy the winter scenery. Optional horse riding is available here!

Lunch Time: A cozy break to warm up and taste delicious, hot Georgian mountain food.

Panoramic View of Gudauri: The famous Friendship Monument, perched on a dramatic cliff edge offering spectacular views of the snowy Devil's Valley.

Gudauri Ski Resort: Georgia's premier winter destination. Enjoy snow activities like skiing, snowmobiling, or simply taking the cable cars for breathtaking alpine views.

Modern Wine Factory: Enjoy a comprehensive wine tasting experience and learn about modern Georgian winemaking techniques.

Signagi - City of Love: Wander through the romantic cobblestone streets of this beautiful town, famous for its 24/7 wedding house and charming atmosphere.

Big Wall of Signagi: Walk along the massive defensive wall that surrounds the city, featuring 23 towers and offering sweeping views of the Alazani Valley.

Bodbe Monastery: Visit the beautiful and serene burial place of St. Nino, the enlightener of Georgia, surrounded by stunning cypress trees and gardens.

Lunch Time: Take a break to enjoy delicious Kakhetian specialties and authentic local dishes.

Historic Wine Cellar: Dive into tradition with hands-on activities like cooking local food, baking Georgian bread, making Churchkhela, or picking grapes (in season), all inside a traditional cellar.

Green Monastery: Hidden deep in the woods, this beautiful 9th-century basilica is named for the unique green hue of its stones and the surrounding forest.

Borjomi National Park: Take a relaxing walk through this historic park and taste the world-famous Borjomi mineral water straight from the natural warm springs.

Lunch Time: Take a break to enjoy delicious local dishes surrounded by fresh mountain air.

Outdoor Sulfur Pools: (Optional) Hike a scenic forest trail to reach these open-air thermal pools, perfect for a relaxing and healing soak in nature.

Bakuriani Mountains: Travel up to this famous alpine resort area, known for its dense coniferous forests and breathtaking mountain panoramas.

Borjomi National Park: Take a relaxing winter walk through this historic park and taste the world-famous Borjomi mineral water straight from the natural warm springs.

Outdoor Sulfur Pools: (Optional) Hike a scenic winter trail to reach these open-air thermal pools, perfect for a relaxing and healing soak surrounded by snow.

Temple of Saint Seraphim of Sarov: Visit this beautiful, serene wooden church built in traditional style, hidden deep within the snowy woods for a truly magical atmosphere.

Borjomi Forest: Walk through the enchanting snow-covered coniferous trees, taking in the crisp mountain air and stunning winter scenery.

Lunch Time: Take a cozy break to warm up and taste delicious, hot Georgian mountain food.

Bakuriani Ski Resort: Experience a true winter wonderland at this famous alpine resort, offering skiing, snowmobiling, and exciting snow activities for the whole family.

Salt Lake: We begin our desert journey with a photo stop at a striking salt lake, offering incredible cracked-earth textures or mirror-like reflections depending on the season.

Rainbow Mountains: Take a short walk through surreal, multi-colored mineral hills that look like a Martian landscape. The vibrant stripes of red, yellow, and green rock are a photographer's dream.

Udabno Village & Lunch: We stop in the remote, wind-swept settlement of Udabno. Here we will have a fantastic lunch break at a famous local oasis club, known for its unique and hearty desert cuisine.

David Gareja Monastery: Explore the ancient, 6th-century rock-hewn Orthodox monastery complex built directly into the cliffside, perched right on the border of Georgia and Azerbaijan.

Desert Panoramas: Throughout the drive, enjoy sweeping views of the vast, rolling semi-desert plains, where you might even spot local shepherds and wandering flocks of sheep.

Tsalka Reservoir: A picturesque, high-altitude alpine lake surrounded by rolling hills. We'll make a quick stop to enjoy the fresh air and take photos before reaching the canyon.

Dashbashi Canyon: A spectacular natural gorge carved by the Khrami River. We'll take a scenic hike down into the canyon to discover the lush "Weeping Wall" cascading waterfalls.

The Diamond Bridge: Walk across the breathtaking 240-meter glass bridge suspended 200 meters above the canyon floor. For an extra thrill, you can grab a coffee at the diamond-shaped hanging bar right in the middle!

Lunch Time: We'll stop to rest our legs and enjoy a hearty, delicious Georgian meal to refuel after our canyon hike.

Didgori Memorial: On the way back, we visit the epic Didgori Battle Memorial. This massive open-air monument features giant metallic swords plunged into the earth, commemorating Georgia's greatest medieval victory in 1121.

Kasriskhevi Gorge: The hike begins by passing through this dramatic, narrow rocky canyon where the Tergi River rushes through.

Travertine Mineral Springs: Marvel at the bright orange and white mineral deposits and bubbling geysers that give the valley its unique colors.

Abano Mineral Lake: A small, constantly bubbling carbonated lake nestled in the valley. You might even see locals taking a daring cold dip!

Abandoned Villages & Towers: Walk past ancient stone defense towers and the ruins of old settlements like Ketrisi, giving the valley a mysterious, historical feel.

Lunch Time: We'll find a perfect scenic spot in the vast open valley for a well-deserved picnic lunch surrounded by 360-degree mountain views.

Zakagori Fortress: The final destination of our hike. Climb up to these impressive ruins sitting on a high hill that overlooks the entire valley and marks the border zone.

Juta Village: We start our journey in Juta, one of the highest alpine settlements in the Kazbegi region, where the paved road ends and the true wilderness begins.

The Alpine Trail: Embark on a breathtaking hike following the river, surrounded by vibrant green valleys, blooming alpine flowers, and grazing horses.

5th Season Mountain Hut: Partway up the trail, we'll reach this famous wooden hut. It's the perfect spot to grab a coffee, relax in a hammock, and take in the panoramic views.

Chaukhi Massif: Often referred to as the "Georgian Dolomites," this imposing, multi-peaked rocky mountain range dominates the skyline and serves as our majestic backdrop.

Juta Lake (Tins Lake): A small, crystal-clear alpine lake sitting right at the base of the mountains, perfectly reflecting the jagged peaks of Chaukhi on a calm day.

Lunch Time: We'll enjoy a scenic picnic right by the lake or at the mountain hut, soaking in the pristine mountain air before we begin our descent.

Enguri Dam: We start with a stop at one of the world's highest concrete arch dams. The contrast of the massive structure against the turquoise waters and deep gorge is simply breathtaking.

Mestia: The vibrant regional capital of Svaneti. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, it's filled with the iconic defensive "Svan towers" and serves as our basecamp for exploring the region's history.

Ushguli: A UNESCO World Heritage site and the highest continuously inhabited village in Europe (2,100m). Walking through its muddy paths feels like stepping straight into the Middle Ages.

Shkhara Glacier: Located just beyond Ushguli, this is the towering base of the highest peak in Georgia. We'll take an off-road jeep or hike to get remarkably close to the massive wall of ancient ice.

Batumi City: The vibrant "Las Vegas of the Black Sea." We'll explore the famous coastal Boulevard, the moving Ali & Nino statue, and the eclectic mix of modern and 19th-century architecture in Piazza Square.

Machakhela National Park: A lush, emerald-green gorge steeped in history. We'll discover ancient arched stone bridges, hidden waterfalls, and remnants of World War II gun emplacements hidden in the foliage.

Mtirala National Park: Meaning "Weeping Mountain", this is Georgia's wettest place! It offers a true rainforest experience with beautiful hiking trails, zip-lines, and deep forest streams.

Petra & Gonio Fortresses: We'll dive into ancient history by visiting Petra, the 6th-century Byzantine "Acropolis of Georgia" built on a cliff edge, and the remarkably preserved Roman fortification of Gonio.

Shaori Lake: A stunning, massive alpine reservoir. Depending on the season, it perfectly reflects the vibrant greens of summer or the fiery reds and oranges of autumn forests.

Nikortsminda Cathedral: An absolute masterpiece of 11th-century Georgian architecture, completely covered in intricate, unbroken stone carvings depicting saints, animals, and mythical creatures.

Khvanchkara: The exclusive micro-zone where the legendary semi-sweet red wine of the same name is produced. We'll stop here to taste the authentic, rich flavors right at the source.

Barakoni Church: Known locally as the "Soul of Racha," this beautiful church stands dramatically on a steep cliff edge overlooking the rushing Rioni River.

Kutaisi & Gelati: One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. We'll walk its historic bridges and visit the magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Gelati Monastery, founded by King ন্যায্য King David the Builder.

Prometheus Cave: A spectacular natural underground wonder. We'll walk through massive, beautifully lit subterranean halls filled with stalactites and stalagmites, ending with an underground boat ride.

Martvili Canyon: A true natural paradise featuring deep emerald green waters. We'll take a relaxing boat ride deep into the narrow canyon between towering moss-covered cliffs.

Okatse Canyon: Not for the faint of heart! This canyon is famous for its thrilling, narrow suspended walkway that hangs precariously 50 meters above a deep, lush forest gorge.

Vardzia Cave City: A mind-blowing 12th-century monastery complex carved directly into the side of Erusheti Mountain by Queen Tamar. At its peak, it housed 6,000 rooms, 13 levels, and a throne room!

Rabati Castle: A stunningly restored, massive fortress in Akhaltsikhe. It stands as a unique symbol of cultural crossroads, containing a church, a mosque, a minaret, and a synagogue within the same defensive walls.

Paravani Lake: The largest lake in Georgia by surface area, located on the vast, stark Javakheti Volcanic Plateau. The landscape here is harsh, beautiful, and deeply mystical.

Borjomi Park: On the way south, we'll stop in this famous lush valley to breathe the pine air and taste the legendary healing mineral water straight from the warm volcanic springs.

Goderdzi Pass: One of the highest passes in Georgia, completely buried under meters of snow in the winter. It is famous for having the most pristine, untouched powder snow in the country.

Off-Road Snow Adventure: The journey to get there is an adventure in itself! The pass is only accessible by specialized high-clearance 4x4 vehicles or snowcats plowing through the drifts.

Green Lake: In the winter, this beautiful alpine lake freezes over entirely and is covered in deep snow. We offer an exhilarating snowmobile ride to reach it!

Adjarian Highlands: Experience the unique culture and cuisine of the high Adjarian mountains, warming up in cozy wooden cabins with local cheese dishes after a day in the snow.

Lagodekhi Protected Areas: Georgia's oldest nature reserve, renowned for its incredibly well-preserved, primeval broadleaf and beech forests that feel completely untouched by man.

Black Rock Lake: A stunning glacial lake located at 3,000 meters above sea level. It literally straddles the border between Georgia and the Russian republic of Dagestan!

Alpine Wildlife Habitats: Because this trail is so remote and protected, it offers the absolute best chances in Georgia to spot East Caucasian Tur (mountain goats), deer, and golden eagles in the wild.

Meteo Shelter & Ridge Walk: The hike involves intense elevation gain, an overnight stay at a high-altitude basic mountain shelter, and a spectacular descent along an exposed, scenic ridge.