Take an early direct or one-stop flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Tbilisi (TBS) to maximize sightseeing time the same day; flight time ~6–7 hours, Tbilisi is 1.5 hours behind IST. Confirm exact schedules and visa/e-visa requirements before booking.
Arrive Tbilisi, take a pre-booked taxi or official airport transfer (20–40 min) to central Tbilisi and check in; rest briefly to adjust to the time-zone.
Try local Georgian staples like khachapuri and khinkali at a popular local chain or restaurant in Old Town; a good first meal to get acquainted with Georgian cuisine.
Stroll Tbilisi Old Town, see 6th-century Anchiskhati Church, take the Narikala cable car for city views, and walk through the historic Abanotubani (sulfur-bath) district; great orientation for first day. Cable car typically runs late morning–evening; Sulfur bath to book in advance if you plan a public/private room.
Book a traditional sulphur bath experience (public or private room) to unwind after travel — a signature Tbilisi experience and great jet-lag remedy. Check individual bathhouse opening/booking times; many operate into the evening.
Dine at Barbarestan or another acclaimed Georgian restaurant to enjoy elevated regional dishes and warm hospitality; ideal first-night celebratory dinner. Reserve a table in advance, especially on weekends.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast (coffee and pastries or local cheese-filled breads) in a leafy courtyard cafe to start the day; cafés usually open by 8:00–9:00am.
Visit Sameba Cathedral — an imposing modern cathedral offering panoramic city views and insight into contemporary Georgian Orthodoxy; open mornings to early evening (check visiting times).
Browse the Dry Bridge flea market for Soviet-era finds and handicrafts, then visit the Georgian National Museum to learn Georgia's layered history; museum hours commonly 10:00–18:00 (confirm current timings).
Leave Tbilisi early (30–40 min drive) for Mtskheta, Georgia’s ancient capital and UNESCO site, to beat crowds and heat; many sites open from 9:00am but churches can be visited earlier.
Visit the 11th-century Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery for their architecture and sacred history; Jvari sits on a hill with panoramic confluence views. Check site opening times (usually daytime).
Eat at a local restaurant in Mtskheta to taste regional specialties and rest before continuing west to Gori/Uplistsikhe; small family-run places open mid-morning to mid-afternoon.
Drive ~45–60 min to Gori; explore the ancient rock city of Uplistsikhe (open typically 10:00–19:00) and, if of interest, the Stalin Museum in Gori which has set hours — plan 1–2 hours at each.
Leave early (3–4 hour scenic drive) via the Georgian Military Highway with stops at roadside viewpoints and Ananuri Fortress; travel time varies with stops and traffic.
Visit the iconic Gergeti Trinity Church above Stepantsminda; either hike (~1.5–2 hours round trip) or take a local 4x4 up to the church for unbeatable views of Mount Kazbek. Church is accessible all day but check weather for safety.
Have breakfast at the guesthouse and enjoy a short morning walk for clearer mountain light and views of Kazbek before heading west; early starts give best driving windows.
Stop in Gudauri for adventure options like tandem paragliding or a scenic chairlift ride (seasonal operations). Check local operators for availability and opening times before you go.
Embark on the westward drive toward Kutaisi; plan fuel and rest stops — you’ll traverse changing landscapes and can aim to arrive by late afternoon/evening.
Sample Imeretian specialties such as a different style of khachapuri and local cheeses; Kutaisi has several family-run eateries with authentic flavours.
Visit Bagrati Cathedral (views over Kutaisi) and Gelati Monastery (important medieval monastery complex); Gelati usually open from morning to late afternoon — verify seasonal times.
Explore Prometheus Cave’s dramatic stalactites, stalagmites and underground river (guided tours on a schedule, commonly 9:30–18:00). If short on time, Sataplia offers a nature park with dinosaur footprints and a glass panorama.
Visit the Batumi Botanical Garden perched above the coast — best to go early to avoid midday heat; typically open 9:00–19:00 but check seasonally for exact times.
Stroll the lively boulevard to see the moving Ali & Nino sculpture, Europe Square/Piazza and spend short time on the beach if weather permits; great photo and souvenir spots.
Option A: Drive/overnight train back to Tbilisi (4–5 hours) to catch an international flight home; Option B: take a domestic flight from Batumi to Tbilisi and connect to your international departure—check schedules and book in advance.
Catch your return flight from Tbilisi to Delhi; plan at least 3 hours for international check-in and security. Confirm the exact departure time when booking.