Private airport transfer from Tbilisi International Airport to central Tbilisi; recommended for first day to save time and hassle (drivers help with SIM, local tips).
Boutique, centrally located in Vera; comfortable base. Alternative: mid-range Hotel Ibis Tbilisi Center or budget Fabrika (hostel). Typical check-in 2:00pm but luggage hold available.
Historic sulfur bath district — great for a relaxing first-day soak and to experience local bathing culture; most public/private baths open 9:00am–11:00pm.
Walk or funicular to Narikala for panoramic views of Tbilisi; the funicular operates roughly 10:00am–11:00pm — the fortress and viewpoints are open all day.
Early breakfast at hotel then depart east/north with a private driver; private driver recommended for flexibility and scenic stops (approx 3–3.5 hours total driving with stops).
Light acclimatizing hike or short drive to view Gergeti Trinity Church; afternoon light is perfect for photography. Access to the church/area open during daylight hours; steep hike (~1.5–2 hours roundtrip) or 4x4 ride.
Walk (~1.5–2 hours roundtrip from village) or arrange a 4x4 up to the church; the church hill and surrounding trails are accessible during daylight (approx 9:00am–5:00pm favorable).
Large karst cave with guided tours including boat section; typically open 9:00am–6:00pm but times vary seasonally — book tickets or arrive early to avoid crowds.
Martvili features boat rides and emerald pools (open 9:00am–5:00pm), Okatse has suspended walkways and views (open 9:00am–6:00pm); both are ~1–1.5 hours from Kutaisi — plan transport accordingly.
Drive or take the train west to the Black Sea — driving ~2.5–3 hours, the overnight or daytime train is an alternative (Tbilisi–Batumi trains run daily; check Georgian Railway schedule for times).
Return to Tbilisi by overnight train (if booked) or drive back (approx 5–6 hours) — alternatively stay overnight in Batumi and depart from Batumi International Airport next day. Book transfer or train in advance.