Land in Tbilisi and drop bags at a centrally located hotel in Old Tbilisi or Vera to be within walking distance of key sights; rest a short while before exploring.
Light late breakfast with Georgian pastries, khachapuri or shakshuka in a cosy café; a good way to taste local flavours and relax after travel. Check opening times (usually 08:00–22:00).
Walk through Old Tbilisi to Sioni Cathedral and Anchiskhati Basilica, take the cable car up to Narikala Fortress for panoramic views, then wander down to the sulphur bath district. Cable car typically runs from about 11:00 to late evening; Narikala grounds are open daily.
Try traditional Georgian dishes such as khinkali (dumplings) and local salads; these central eateries offer authentic flavour within walking distance. Most open from 12:00–23:00.
Visit the grand Sameba Cathedral for city views and then stroll across the Bridge of Peace through Rike Park; Sameba is generally open to visitors daily (check service times).
Dine with a view at the Tbilisi Funicular Restaurant Complex or experience refined Georgian cuisine at Barbarestan; Funicular offers excellent sunset panoramas, and Barbarestan requires booking. Funicular open until late evening.
Explore Georgia’s archaeology and history, including the famous gold collection; museum hours commonly 10:00–18:00, check exact opening before visiting.
Full-day guided wine tour visiting family wineries and a winery tasting, plus Sighnaghi ‘City of Love’ for views over the Alazani Valley; day tours usually start 08:00–09:00 and last 8–10 hours.
Enjoy a relaxed lunch at a winery or a Sighnaghi restaurant pairing regional dishes with qvevri wines; many wineries serve lunch by prior arrangement (11:00–16:00).
Private transfer or rented car along the Georg. Military Highway with stops at Ananuri Fortress and scenic viewpoints — allow 3.5–4 hours driving with stops.
Walk or arrange a short 4x4 ride up to Gergeti Trinity Church for superb views of Mount Kazbek; the church is open to visitors and the hike takes ~1.5–2 hours round-trip (4x4 available from early morning to dusk).
Choose a scenic trek to Gveleti Waterfalls or the Truso Valley (longer drive) for alpine landscapes; waterfalls hike is easier (1–2 hours), Truso valley is a half-day trip.
Explore the ancient rock-hewn town of Uplistsikhe, an evocative archaeological site open roughly 10:00–18:00 (times vary by season); allow 1–1.5 hours.
Visit the impressive Prometheus Cave with its dramatic stalactites and underground river; opening hours often 10:00–18:00 but seasonal variations apply, and allow 1–1.5 hours for the guided walk.
Take a short boat trip through Martvili Canyon and walk the wooden platforms for beautiful turquoise water views; summer hours apply and boat trips are weather dependent (allow 1.5–2 hours).
Have an early breakfast and take a private transfer or combination of minibuses/flight (seasonal) toward Mestia; road journey is long (approx 6–8 hours) via Zugdidi so plan comfort stops.
Short stroll to see the iconic medieval Svan towers and visit the Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography (check opening times, often until 18:00), great for context on Svan life.
Take the short cable car and then hike to the Hatsvali ridge for spectacular views of the Tetnuldi and Ushba peaks; cable car runs seasonally (check local schedule), and hikes vary from 1–4 hours depending on route.
If you prefer, arrange a full-day jeep trip to Ushguli (World Heritage) from Mestia — it’s a long day (4–8 hours round trip) but incredibly scenic; book a 4x4 and guide locally.
Early breakfast and check-out; begin long transfer toward the Black Sea. The drive is scenic but long — expect up to 7–8 hours including transfers via Zugdidi.
Walk the renovated seaside promenade, see Alphabet Tower and the modern architectural highlights; the boulevard is open 24/7 and especially pretty at dusk.
Visit the extensive Batumi Botanical Garden (open usually 09:00–19:00), a short drive north of the city with beautiful coastal views and diverse plant zones.
Attend a dolphin show (check show times) or take the Ardagani cable car for views over Batumi and the sea; cable car operates with scheduled hours, usually daytime until sunset.
Early breakfast and prepare for the journey back to Tbilisi or onwards travel; consider a domestic flight from Batumi to Tbilisi to save time (flights ~1 hour) or a scenic 5–6 hour drive.
If you arrive into Tbilisi with time before departure, visit Dezerter Bazaar for spices and souvenirs or a final walk through the Old Town (shops open from morning until evening).