Start with a relaxed breakfast at Stamba or Rooms Hotel café to soak up modern Georgian design and quality coffee; both are popular and open from ~8:00am. Check current opening hours before you go.
Self-guided stroll through Avlabari, Meidan Bazaar and narrow streets to see colorful balconies and historic architecture; great orientation walk for first-time visitors.
Casual Georgian lunch near the famous Gabriadze Puppet Theatre offering traditional dishes in a cozy setting; kitchen typically open midday (11:00am–4:00pm).
Ride the cable car up to Narikala for panoramic views over Tbilisi and walk through the fortress ruins; cable car hours vary in winter (roughly 10:00am–6:00pm), so confirm on the day.
Relax after travel in a traditional sulfur bathhouse or a private room — a quintessential Tbilisi experience; many bathhouses operate late but check advance booking requirements.
Scenic 1.5–2h drive east into Kakheti wine country with mountain and vineyard views; private driver/day hire usually recommended for wineries and comfort in December.
Historic estate of Prince Chavchavadze with a winery and museum showcasing Georgian wine culture; typically open 10:00am–5:00pm—confirm before visiting.
Traditional dishes and organic Qvevri wines in a Sighnaghi-based winery-restaurant; excellent introduction to Kakheti wine styles — tastings usually available daily by reservation.
Explore this charming 'Town of Love' with restored defensive walls and views over the Alazani Valley; open-air attraction, accessible any time though visibility is better by daylight.
Visit a couple of family wineries to see traditional qvevri winemaking and taste Saperavi and Rkatsiteli varieties; wineries usually welcome visitors by appointment — book tastings in advance.
Home-style Kakhetian feast (khachapuri, mtsvadi) paired with local wines — experience authentic hospitality; many hosts serve midday meals by prearrangement.
Short 30–40 minute stop to see UNESCO-listed Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery with excellent views; both sites are generally open 9:00am–6:00pm, but check seasonal hours.
Settle into your mountain hotel with views of Mount Kazbek; winter here is cold — choose accommodation with heating and confirm heater/utility availability.
Enjoy dinner with a view at the hotel restaurant or a local tavern serving mountain-style cuisine; restaurants generally open in the evening — reserve on weekends.
Drive up to Gergeti Trinity (if weather/road allow) in a local 4x4 for stunning views of Mount Kazbek; 4x4 availability depends on snow and is typically arranged locally, confirm in advance.
Ski or book a snowmobile/paragliding session (paragliding seasonal) — lift operations vary, so check current status and book equipment or guides in advance.
Approximately 5–6 hour drive to Kutaisi; consider stopping en route for coffee and photos. This is a long transfer—private transfer recommended for comfort.
Explore dramatic cave formations on a guided walk and boat ride inside the cave; Prometheus is generally open 10:00am–6:00pm in winter but check hours and tour availability.
Short visit to scenic canyon and boat ride — many canyon activities are seasonal and may be limited in December, so verify opening and conditions before planning.
Mountain roads to Mestia offer dramatic scenery; winter road conditions can be challenging so use an experienced driver and check real-time conditions.
Settle into your guesthouse; enjoy a Svaneti-style dinner, often featuring hearty soups and local cheeses — many guesthouses serve dinner by arrangement.
Visit the Svaneti Museum in Mestia to learn about local history and then walk to nearby medieval Svan towers — museum usually open 10:00am–6:00pm; check local hours.
Full afternoon trip to UNESCO-listed Ushguli (one of Europe's highest permanently inhabited villages) — road access in December can be restricted and requires a 4x4 and experienced driver, so confirm availability beforehand.
Explore the extensive subtropical botanical garden with panoramic views over the Black Sea; gardens usually open 9:00am–5:00pm but check seasonal hours and path conditions in winter.
Dinner at a seaside restaurant — sample Adjarian khachapuri (cheese-filled bread) with coastal flair; evening promenades are pleasant if weather permits.
Stroll the seaside boulevard, visit the moving Ali and Nino statue and see the modern architecture along the coast; outdoor attraction accessible all day though windy days are common.
Breakfast and prepare for a long but fascinating drive southeast toward the historical cave city of Vardzia; expect changing road conditions, so allow extra time.
Settle into accommodation near the Vardzia complex — caves are best seen in daylight so arrive with time to visit the next morning if dusk arrives early.
Explore the cave monastery complex of Vardzia with its rock-cut churches and tunnels; open times generally 9:00am–5:00pm but confirm in winter and be prepared for chilly conditions in caves.
If time permits visit the Georgian National Museum or browse local craft shops for souvenirs; museum hours commonly 10:00am–6:00pm, check before visiting.