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9-Day / 8-Night Georgia Road-Trip: Tbilisi → Kakheti → Batumi → Kutaisi → Mtskheta → Gudauri → Tbilisi

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Day 1: Tbilisi Arrival

Tbilisi, Georgia on August 21, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Stamba Café

Hearty breakfast in the stylish Stamba hotel café — great coffee and Georgian pastries to set you up for walking Tbilisi Old Town.
GEL30, 1h0m

10:30am

Old Town walking tour

Explore Narikala Fortress (walk or cable car), Metekhi Church and the colorful streets of the Old Town to get oriented; Narikala hill offers panoramic views of the city.
GEL10, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Meidan Bazaar or café in Shardeni Street

Light Georgian lunch — khachapuri, salads and local appetizers on Shardeni, ideal for people-watching in the heart of Old Tbilisi.
GEL40, 1h0m

3:00pm

Abanotubani Sulfur Baths

Relax in a traditional sulfur bathhouse; private rooms are recommended after a long journey (baths typically open from morning until late evening).
GEL80, 1h30m

6:00pm

Walk Rustaveli Avenue & Freedom Square

Evening stroll along the main artery of the city to see theaters, museums and lively urban life as lights come on.
GEL0, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Barbarestan

Classic Georgian cuisine with a modern twist — reserve in advance for an authentic, acclaimed dining experience.
GEL80, 1h30m
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Day 2: Kakheti Wine

Kakheti (Sighnaghi & Tsinandali), Georgia on August 22, 2025

8:30am

Drive to Sighnaghi (depart Tbilisi)

Scenic 1.5–2 hour drive east to the hilltop town of Sighnaghi — enjoy views of the Alazani Valley en route.
GEL0, 2h0m

10:30am

Explore Sighnaghi & Bodbe Monastery

Stroll Sighnaghi’s defensive walls and galleries, then visit nearby Bodbe Monastery — good viewpoints and a calm atmosphere (Bodbe open ~9:00–18:00).
GEL0, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Pheasant’s Tears or local restaurant

Traditional Kakhetian food paired with local wine — a chance to try unique qvevri wines that define the region.
GEL50, 1h15m

2:30pm

Wine tasting & tour at Tsinandali House & winery

Visit the historic Tsinandali estate and winery museum; tastings and tours typically run 10:00–18:00 and explain the region’s winemaking heritage.
GEL40, 1h30m

5:00pm

Return to Tbilisi

Drive back to Tbilisi (roughly 1.5–2 hours) and take an evening to relax after a wine-filled day.
GEL0, 2h0m

8:30pm

Dinner in Tbilisi – Keto and Kote / local tavern

Casual dinner sampling regional specialties; many taverns serve live music on busy nights.
GEL60, 1h30m
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Day 3: Tbilisi → Batumi

Transit to Batumi, Adjara, Georgia on August 23, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & depart for Batumi

Early breakfast in Tbilisi then drive to Batumi on the modern east–west motorway; expect 5–6 hours driving with a comfort stop.
GEL30, 6h0m

2:00pm

Arrive Batumi & check-in

Settle into your Batumi hotel and take a short rest before exploring the seaside city.
GEL0, 30m

3:00pm

Walk Batumi Boulevard & Piazza

Stroll the palm-lined boulevard, see the Alphabet Tower and relax by the Black Sea; the Piazza area is lively with cafés and music.
GEL0, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner — Adjarian coastal cuisine

Enjoy fresh seafood or traditional Adjarian dishes (try local fish or Adjaruli khachapuri) at a seaside restaurant.
GEL60, 1h30m
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Day 4: Batumi Sights

Batumi, Georgia on August 24, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Retro/Local café

Start with a seaside breakfast — coffee and pastries before a full day of sightseeing.
GEL25, 45m

10:00am

Batumi Botanical Garden

One of the largest botanical gardens in the region overlooking the sea; generally open 9:00–19:00 and is perfect for a morning walk.
GEL20, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch near Europe Square

Light lunch in the central square area — convenient and close to key sights.
GEL40, 1h0m

3:00pm

Argo Cable Car & Ali and Nino

Take the Argo Cable Car for panoramic views (cable car often runs 10:00–22:00); visit the moving Ali & Nino statue on the waterfront.
GEL15, 1h30m

6:30pm

Sunset on the Boulevard & Dinner

Relax with a sunset drink on the boulevard followed by a seaside dinner — try local fish or Adjarian style dishes.
GEL70, 1h30m
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Day 5: Batumi → Kutaisi

Travel to Kutaisi, Georgia on August 25, 2025

8:30am

Depart Batumi to Kutaisi

Short scenic drive inland to Kutaisi region (roughly 2–2.5 hours) — check-in on arrival and start exploring.
GEL0, 2h30m

11:30am

Prometheus Cave visit

Explore Prometheus Cave with its impressive stalactites and illuminated underground chambers; cave usually open 9:00–18:00 and a guided route lasts ~1h.
GEL30, 1h0m

1:30pm

Lunch near Rioni River or local café

Try local Imeretian khachapuri and hearty regional dishes to fuel the afternoon.
GEL35, 1h0m

3:00pm

Sataplia Reserve (dinosaur footprints & cave)

Short visit to Sataplia for panoramic views, preserved fossilized footprints and a cave — usually open 9:00–18:00.
GEL15, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner in Kutaisi (Colchis area)

Evening meal by Colchis Fountain or a cozy local restaurant sampling Imeretian food.
GEL50, 1h30m
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Day 6: Kutaisi → Mtskheta

Kutaisi → Mtskheta / Tbilisi outskirts, Georgia on August 26, 2025

9:00am

Visit Gelati Monastery and Bagrati Cathedral

Morning at the UNESCO Gelati Monastery complex and the hilltop Bagrati Cathedral for history and views; monasteries typically open from morning until late afternoon.
GEL5, 1h30m

11:00am

Drive to Mtskheta

Depart Kutaisi and drive east toward Mtskheta (approx 3.5–4 hours), arriving in the late afternoon to this ancient capital.
GEL0, 4h0m

4:30pm

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral & Old Town Mtskheta

Visit the renowned Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and wander Mtskheta’s compact historic center; cathedral open most days but check for service times.
GEL0, 1h0m

6:00pm

Jvari Monastery at sunset

Short drive up to Jvari Monastery for sunset views over the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers — a classic Georgian vista.
GEL0, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner in Mtskheta or return to Tbilisi for evening

Enjoy a relaxed dinner in Mtskheta’s restaurants or return to Tbilisi (20–30 minutes) for a wider choice of dining.
GEL50, 1h30m
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Day 7: Mtskheta → Gudauri

Gudauri, Greater Caucasus, Georgia on August 27, 2025

8:30am

Depart for Gudauri via Georgian Military Highway

Scenic drive north along the Military Highway with a photo stop at the Ananuri Fortress (open ~9:00–18:00) overlooking the Jinvali reservoir.
GEL0, 2h30m

11:30am

Ananuri Fortress stop

Short visit to the striking Ananuri complex — great for photos and a stretch break on the way to Gudauri.
GEL0, 45m

1:00pm

Lunch in Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) or roadside café

Light mountain lunch with views of the high peaks before continuing to Gudauri.
GEL40, 1h0m

3:00pm

Check into Gudauri; try paragliding or cable car

In summer, Gudauri offers paragliding and chairlift rides; paragliding operators run daily (weather permitting) and the cable car operates for sightseeing/hiking.
GEL150, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at hotel or local guesthouse

Warm mountain dinner with regional dishes — relaxed evening to enjoy alpine air.
GEL50, 1h30m
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Day 8: Gudauri Hiking → Tbilisi

Gudauri → Tbilisi, Georgia on August 28, 2025

8:30am

Morning hike or chairlift hike

Short scenic hike accessible from the cable car station (1–3 hours depending on route); check local conditions and lift opening times (usually morning–afternoon).
GEL15, 2h0m

11:30am

Drive back to Tbilisi

Return drive to Tbilisi (about 2–2.5 hours) with possible stops for photos along the Military Highway.
GEL0, 2h30m

2:30pm

Lunch in Tbilisi (Dry Bridge area)

Casual lunch near the Dry Bridge where you can also explore the famous flea market afterward.
GEL35, 1h0m

4:00pm

Dry Bridge Market & Fabrika

Browse antiques and Soviet-era pieces at Dry Bridge, then enjoy the creative vibe at Fabrika with its bars, cafés and galleries.
GEL0, 2h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Funicular Restaurant Complex

End with a memorable dinner above Tbilisi — take the historic funicular for views and refined Georgian cuisine (reserve ahead).
GEL90, 1h30m
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Day 9: Tbilisi Departure

Tbilisi, Georgia on August 29, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Littera or local spot

Relaxed garden breakfast at a well-regarded Tbilisi café before final museum visits or last-minute shopping.
GEL30, 1h0m

10:00am

Tbilisi History Museum or National Gallery

Choose a museum to learn more about Georgia’s rich past — check opening hours (typically 10:00–18:00) and account for travel time to the airport if departing the same day.
GEL10, 1h30m

12:00pm

Last-minute shopping & lunch

Pick up souvenirs (wine, spices, crafts) and enjoy a farewell lunch — aim to leave for the airport 2.5 hours before international flights.
GEL40, 1h30m

3:00pm

Transfer to Tbilisi International Airport / onward travel

Depart Tbilisi; allow time for check-in and traffic. If you have a late flight, consider an afternoon walk or visit remaining sights.
GEL0, —
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