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An 11-day loop through Georgia’s cities, wine country, mountain gorges and UNESCO highland villages. Expect private transfers, short walks, dramatic mountain vistas and a mix of cultural sites and natural attractions.
An 11-day loop through Georgia’s cities, wine country, mountain gorges and UNESCO highland villages. Expect private transfers, short walks, dramatic mountain vistas and a mix of cultural sites and natural attractions.
Morning light skims the Kura River as you step from a modest Tbilisi hotel into a city that stitches medieval lanes to Soviet-era facades and glass towers.
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Operated by SelectGeorgia-For Holiday · Tbilisi, Tbilisi
Morning light skims the Kura River as you step from a modest Tbilisi hotel into a city that stitches medieval lanes to Soviet-era facades and glass towers.
Over eleven days the itinerary pushes from Tbilisi’s ancient churches to the wine terraces of Kakheti, the limestone clefts of Martvili Canyon, the volcanic slopes of Sataplia and the glacial silhouette of Mount Kazbek—each landscape offering a different cadence and a different story.
Georgia’s human history here dates to antiquity: Tbilisi grew from a 5th-century royal foundation, Mtskheta once ruled as capital, and the highland Svan settlements preserve stone defensive towers and medieval icons. Geologically the route crosses the Lesser and Greater Caucasus, where uplifted granite and volcanic remnants frame deep river gorges and alpine meadows; on the coast, the Black Sea brings a subtropical softness to Batumi’s botanical gardens.
Culture appears in cellared qvevri wines of Kakheti, Orthodox liturgy at Bodbe and Sameba, and the highland tower villages of Svaneti—Ushguli’s resilience reads like living history.
Practical notes: the program relies on private transfers and short hikes or walks at most sites, so comfortable walking shoes and layered clothing are key. Expect long driving stretches between regions; mornings are best for Gergeti Church views and canyon boat trips. Church entrances enforce modest dress—scarves and long sleeves are standard. Carry local currency (lari), a charged power bank, and be ready for rough jeep roads into Ushguli. With basic fitness and sensible packing this tour blends cultural immersion with mountain scenery without technical demands.
easy.
11 days.
Suitable for travelers in general good health able to handle several hours of walking or standing and periodic vehicle transfers.
The tour is designed for general fitness levels—most days include short walks and sightseeing; there are no technical hikes or climbs required.
Inclusions vary; the program lists private transport, bottled water and onboard Wi‑Fi—confirm which site admissions or tastings are covered at booking.
Modest dress is required: shoulders and knees covered; women may need a headscarf—many churches provide coverings but carrying your own is recommended.
Yes—Georgia’s terrain means multi-hour drives between Tbilisi, Kutaisi, Mestia and Batumi; private transfers are provided but expect full travel days.
Tbilisi traces urban settlement back to the 5th century under Vakhtang I; Upper Svaneti preserves medieval defensive towers and was designated UNESCO World Heritage for its cultural landscape.
Several sites on the route (Borjomi-Kharagauli NP, Upper Svaneti) are protected—favor local guides, avoid disturbing flora and pack out waste to minimize impact.
SelectGeorgia-For Holiday operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Morning light skims the Kura River as you step from a modest Tbilisi hotel into a city that stitches medieval lanes to Soviet-era facades and glass towers.
Morning light skims the Kura River as you step from a modest Tbilisi hotel into a city that stitches medieval lanes to Soviet-era facades and glass towers.
Over eleven days the itinerary pushes from Tbilisi’s ancient churches to the wine terraces of Kakheti, the limestone clefts of Martvili Canyon, the volcanic slopes of Sataplia and the glacial silhouette of Mount Kazbek—each landscape offering a different cadence and a different story.
Georgia’s human history here dates to antiquity: Tbilisi grew from a 5th-century royal foundation, Mtskheta once ruled as capital, and the highland Svan settlements preserve stone defensive towers and medieval icons. Geologically the route crosses the Lesser and Greater Caucasus, where uplifted granite and volcanic remnants frame deep river gorges and alpine meadows; on the coast, the Black Sea brings a subtropical softness to Batumi’s botanical gardens.
Culture appears in cellared qvevri wines of Kakheti, Orthodox liturgy at Bodbe and Sameba, and the highland tower villages of Svaneti—Ushguli’s resilience reads like living history.
Practical notes: the program relies on private transfers and short hikes or walks at most sites, so comfortable walking shoes and layered clothing are key. Expect long driving stretches between regions; mornings are best for Gergeti Church views and canyon boat trips. Church entrances enforce modest dress—scarves and long sleeves are standard. Carry local currency (lari), a charged power bank, and be ready for rough jeep roads into Ushguli. With basic fitness and sensible packing this tour blends cultural immersion with mountain scenery without technical demands.