Kutaisi - 6-Day Adventure Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Gelati Monastery
    10 minutes (6.8 km) from Kutaisi

    A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Gelati Monastery is a masterpiece of the Georgian Golden Age. Be awed by the vibrant frescoes spread across the three churches, including the largest medieval image of the Virgin Mary.

  2. Day 2: Prometheus Cave
    1 hour 20 minutes (60 km) from Gelati Monastery

    Named after the Greek myth, the underground river-cave system comprises stalactites, stalagmites, and crystal clear waterways. Take a boat ride through the underground caverns and admire the naturally sculpted limestone formations.

  3. Day 3: Okatse Canyon
    1 hour 10 minutes (40 km) from Prometheus Cave

    Prepare yourself for a hair-raising experience at Okatse Canyon's 70-meter high hanging walkways. Trek the scenic forest trails and cross three steel walkways suspended over the canyon's depths. The view might make your heart skip a beat, but you're sure to leave feeling accomplished.

  4. Day 4: Bagrati Cathedral
    1 hour 20 minutes (50 km) from Okatse Canyon

    Though once ruined, the beautifully restored 11th-century Bagrati Cathedral is a significant historic and cultural attraction. Look for the stunning sculptures and intricate carvings of lions and griffins around the cathedral's facade.

  5. Day 5: Sataplia Cave
    40 minutes (20 km) from Bagrati Cathedral

    Sataplia Cave, known for its Dinosaur footprints and colorful stalactites, covers a distance of 900 meters. Visitors follow the 300-meter route, admiring the unique cave formations and ancient fossils with a knowledgeable guide.

  6. Day 6: Martvili Canyon
    50 minutes (35 km) from Sataplia Cave

    Sail along crystal clear emerald water and through the canyons on a light boat tour. Gaze upon nature's wonderland as we guide you down the canyon with beautiful waterfalls and various plants and animals that can not be found anywhere else. You may also want to swim in the Martvili river or relax in the nearby gardens.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Gelati Monastery (1.5 hours, 5 GEL)
  • Prometheus Cave (2 hours, 25 GEL)
  • Okatse Canyon (3 hours, 25 GEL)
  • Bagrati Cathedral (1 hour, 5 GEL)
  • Sataplia Cave (2 hours, 25 GEL)
  • Martvili Canyon (3 hours, 30 GEL)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 115 GEL

Useful tips:

For travelers with more time, Not far from Kutaisi is Mestia, known as the hub of Georgian hiking. It is also an excellent base to explore the Svaneti region's ancient towers and delightful local culture. Travelers with less time may wish to skip Martvili Canyon.

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