Georgia :: SRM Travel

REPUBLIC OF GEORGIA

On the eastern corner of the Black Sea, the land of Jason and the Argonauts which, long undiscovered, is now emerging as a sought-after destination. Awe-inspiring snow-capped Caucasus Mountains, vineyards of the Kakheti Valley, and cobblestone streets of ancient Tbilisi offer an immersive experience in a lesser-explored destination.

The country’s rich cuisine and warm hospitality are truly the cherry on top of any visit to Georgia.

Our 4-night, 5-day tour begins and ends at the Sarpi border gate—making it a natural extension of SRM’s Eastern Turkey or Black Sea itineraries.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

the 3,000-year-old Mtskheta, ancient capital of Georgia
the Kakheti region in southeast Georgia, known for its vineyards
Gori and the Uplistsikhe cave town
The capital city Tbilisi
Gelati, Bagrati, Svetitskhoveli Cathedrals (UNESCO)
Jvari Church (UNESCO)

Tour can be re-designed to your specifications, travel plans and expectations, or extended to include other regional tours.

ITINERARY DETAILS

Day 1 - Sarpi – Kutaisi

In the morning, drive to the Sarpi border gate. As you cross the border, you will visit the Gonio fortress from the 1st-century AD. After lunch in Batumi, visit the botanical gardens on the outskirts of the city.
Later in the day, drive to the city of Kutaisi in the Imereti province to visit the Gelati Cathedral dating from the 12th century, one of the earliest academies in Europe, and the splendid Bagrati Cathedral. Both the Gelati and Bagrati Cathedrals are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Sleep in Kutaisi, 1 night.

Day 2 – Tbilisi

Today, visit the town of Gori, the center of the Kartli region, and the Uplistsikhe cave town on the historic Silk Road. This is an ancient complex with several dwellings, wine cellars, bakeries, and a three-nave basilica church hewn from rock.
In Gori, visit the Stalin Museum and his largest surviving statue.
En route to Tbilisi, you will visit the 17th-century Ananuri architectural complex that overlooks the Zhinvali reservoir.
Sleep in Tbilisi, 3 nights.

Day 3 – Tbilisi

Discover the Old Town of Tbilisi on a walking tour. You will visit the 4th-century Narikala Fortress, Metekhi Church overlooking the river Mtkvari (13th c.), and the statue of King Vakhtang Gorgasali, the founder of Tbilisi.
The 7th-century Sioni Cathedral houses the cross of St. Nino, who brought Christianity to Georgia. The ancient Synagogue and the 6th-century Anchiskhati Church will conclude the tour.
Later in the day, drive to the ancient capital of Georgia, the 3,000-year-old Mtskheta. Jvari Church (6th-century) and the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th-century) are UNESCO heritage sites.