Start in Fabrika (or a lively Old Town café) for Georgian pastries, coffee and a light breakfast in a refurbished soviet factory courtyard; cafes typically open from 9:00am but hours vary — confirm locally.
Walk the cobbled streets of Tbilisi Old Town, visit the sulphur bath district and take the cable car to Narikala Fortress for panoramic city views; the cable car generally runs from c.10:00am to 10:00pm and Narikala grounds are open 24/7.
Enjoy an elevated Georgian lunch (mtsvadi, pkhali, khachapuri) in a garden setting; many sit-down lunch venues open midday — check exact opening times before you go.
See archaeological and medieval collections (including gold finds) to get historical context for the regions you'll visit; museum hours are typically 10:00am–6:00pm — confirm on the day.
Try contemporary Georgian cuisine and local wines at a well-regarded Tbilisi restaurant; most restaurants serve dinner from around noon through late evening (confirm seasonal hours).
Drive north along the Georgian Military Highway to Gudauri; journey is scenic and takes around 2 hours depending on traffic and weather — check road/weather conditions in winter months.
Have a substantial breakfast at your hotel or a mountain café in Gudauri before activities; many mountain cafés open from c.8:00–9:00am but seasonal variation applies.
Take the lift or a quick hike for expansive views of the Greater Caucasus; the tourist lift/ gondola generally operates in daylight hours (check current operation status and weather closures).
Short scenic drive (approx 1 hour) up the valley to Stepantsminda — watch for viewpoints along the Georgian Military Highway such as the Cross Pass and the Aragvi gorge.
Lunch with mountain views at Rooms Hotel Kazbegi or a local guesthouse; the hotel restaurant usually serves from morning until evening, offering local produce and warm settings.
Visit the iconic Gergeti Trinity Church with panoramic views of Mount Kazbek; the site is open 24/7, reachable by a 1.5–2 hour hike or a 20–40 minute 4x4 ride (4x4s operate daily but fares vary).
Enjoy mountain-style Georgian dishes (hearty soups, pickups) at a local restaurant or hotel kitchen; many local places serve until around 9:00–10:00pm.
Explore Uplistsikhe, an ancient rock-hewn town with streets, halls and cliffside views; site hours are typically c.10:00am–5:00pm — arrive early in winter months.
Stroll Borjomi Central Park and sample the famous mineral water at public fountains; the park is open year-round but vendor hours at kiosks vary (often 10:00am–6:00pm).
Explore Rabati Castle with its towers, museum displays and restored mosque and church; the complex usually opens around 10:00am and closes late afternoon — check seasonal times.
Drive to the Vardzia cave monastery complex (approx 1 hour). The route is scenic and becomes more remote — ensure you have fuel and daylight for your arrival.
Explore the multi-level cave city of Vardzia — medieval rock-cut dwellings, churches and tunnels give a strong sense of Georgian monastic life; visiting hours typically 10:00am–5:00pm, so plan accordingly to arrive before closing.
Short drive to Sataplia to walk the forest trail, see dinosaur footprints and a small cave; Sataplia generally opens c.10:00am–6:00pm — check seasonal schedules.
Visit Prometheus Cave for a guided walk through spectacular stalactite and stalagmite chambers and an underground river; opening hours usually 10:00am–6:00pm but check before travel.
Visit Gelati (UNESCO) — a major medieval academy complex — and the nearby cliff-top Motsameta Monastery for riverside views; Gelati typically opens from morning to late afternoon (check entry times).
Visit the Batumi Botanical Garden for dramatic terraces of subtropical plants and views over the Black Sea; typical opening times are 9:00am–6:00pm (confirm seasonally).
Stroll the seaside promenade, see the moving Ali and Nino sculpture and explore Europe Square; public spaces are open all day, perfect for late afternoon light.
Finish with fresh Black Sea seafood at a seafront restaurant, pairing with Georgian wine or local chacha; many seafront restaurants are open late into the evening, especially in tourist season.