Take a two-day Magnificent Kakheti Tour that is renowned for amazing wine. You will not only visit famous wineries, learn the secrets of Georgian winemaking and taste different sorts of Georgian wine, but also see colorful villages, ancient churches and medieval monuments of Gremi, Bodbe, Tsinandali, and enjoy beautiful mountainous landscapes all your way.
Tour itinerary:
After breakfast in Tbilisi depart towards the Kakheti region of Georgia, the cradle of Georgian wine, to begin Magnificent Kakheti Tour. Beautiful road lies through Gombori pass. Our first stop will be Alaverdi Cathedral, the second tallest cathedral in Georgia and an outstanding example of medieval Georgian architecture of 11th century. Drive to Tsinandali, the residence of dukes of Georgia with beautiful English garden, a museum, and the wine cellar which belonged to prince Chavchavadze, 19th century public figure and poet. Arrive in Telavi, the administrative and historic center of the region. Have a short walk through charming streets of old Telavi and have a photo stop at the monument to Erekli II. Our final stop will be in a family winery, where you will learn about traditional Georgian winemaking in qvevri (large earthenware vessels). A tasting of locally produced wine would be an excellent round-up of our wine visit. Overnight at the hotel in Telavi.
Continue exploring Kakheti region and Alazani valley. Check-out from hotel and drive to Gremi architectural complex, 16th century royal residence and the capital of Kakheti Kingdom. Gloomy and monumental, the Gremi castle is one of the most visited tourist points in Georgia. Next stop will be at unique wine cellar “Khareba” located in the tunnel carved out of the rock. Originally built for military purposes, today the tunnel is used to store Khareba’s finest wines. Wine tour and wine tasting. Continue to Sighnaghi, the city of love and the Royal Town, one of the crossroads of the Great Silk Road surrounded by defensive walls with 23 towers. Depart to Tbilisi, making en-route stop at Bodbe convent, which according to the legend is a burial place of St. Nino, who converted Georgia to Christianity in the 4th century. According to Tsar Alexader III of Russia decree, since 1889 Bodbe complex functions as a nunnery. Continue driving to Tbilisi. Drop off at your hotel. End of Magnificent Kakheti Tour.
Price includes:
- All transfers as per itinerary;
- Accommodation based on double/twin room sharing, breakfasts included;
- Sightseeing tour program with English speaking guide;
- Entrance tickets to sights as per itinerary;
- Two wine tastings;
- Bottled drinking water.
Price doesn't include:
- Full board (lunch and dinner);
- Hotel charges for additional services;
- Tips are not included, but would be appreciated;
- Personal travel insurance.
Prices, per person
Prices are in US$ per person, discounted prices for larger groups are available on request.
Accommodation
Tour Request
Magnificent Kakheti Tour Reviews
No tour reviews have been posted yet.
