10-Day Scenic and Cultural Tour of Georgia with a Final Baku Exploration

Day 1: Tbilisi Arrival

Tbilisi, Georgia on April 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Littera

Start your day with a delightful Georgian breakfast in a charming garden setting. It opens from 8 AM and offers traditional dishes with a modern twist.
GEL30, 1h0m

9:30am

Explore Old Town Tbilisi

Stroll through the picturesque narrow streets, visit the sulfur baths, and see the iconic Metekhi Church and Narikala Fortress. Open all day with no entry fee.
GEL0, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Samikitno

Enjoy hearty Georgian cuisine like khachapuri and khinkali in this cozy local restaurant open till 4 PM.
GEL40, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit the Georgian National Museum

Discover Georgia’s rich history and artifacts, including the famous Gold Museum. Museum hours are 10 AM to 6 PM.
GEL15, 2h0m

5:00pm

Walk along Rustaveli Avenue

Experience Tbilisi's vibrant street life, shops, and cafes on this main thoroughfare, perfect for evening strolls.
GEL0, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Funicular Restaurant

Dine with panoramic views of the city at this notable restaurant open till 11 PM, savoring Georgian wines and traditional dishes.
GEL80, 1h30m
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Day 2: Tbilisi Culture

Tbilisi, Georgia on April 30, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Keto and Kote

Sample breakfast pastries and fresh coffee in this quaint and popular spot open from 8 AM.
GEL25, 1h0m

9:30am

Day trip to Dry Bridge Market & Flea Market

Explore unique antiques, Soviet memorabilia, and art stalls. Open daily starting early morning.
GEL0, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Barbarestan

Taste authentic Georgian recipes from a traditional cookbook in a historic building. Open till 4 PM.
GEL50, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Tbilisi Botanical Garden

Relax in vast lush gardens with waterfalls and lovely hiking paths. The garden is open from 10 AM to 6:30 PM.
GEL10, 2h0m

4:00pm

Ride the Tbilisi Cable Car to Narikala Fortress

Enjoy breathtaking views of Tbilisi from the cable car and explore the ancient fortress ruins. Cable car operates 11 AM to 9 PM.
GEL5, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Shavi Lomi

Indulge in experimental Georgian cuisine with a cozy ambiance; open for dinner from 7 PM.
GEL70, 1h30m
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Day 3: Mtskheta Visit

Mtskheta, Georgia on May 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel before departure for Mtskheta.
Included in stay, 1h0m

9:00am

Travel to Mtskheta (20 km, 30 minutes)

Drive from Tbilisi to Mtskheta, the ancient capital and religious hub of Georgia.
GEL20 (transport), 0h30m

9:45am

Visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a masterpiece of medieval Georgian architecture, open 10 AM to 6 PM.
GEL5, 1h0m

11:00am

Jvari Monastery Visit

Perched on a hill, this 6th-century monastery offers stunning views over the confluence of two rivers.
GEL3, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Salobie Bia Mtskheta

Enjoy traditional and freshly made Georgian bread dishes in a local favourite spot open till 4 PM.
GEL35, 1h0m

2:00pm

Explore Mtskheta Town Markets

Browse local handicrafts and souvenirs, a quiet and charming market experience.
GEL0, 1h0m

3:30pm

Return to Tbilisi

Drive back to your hotel to relax or explore more of Tbilisi on your own in the evening.
GEL20 (transport), 0h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Keto and Kote

Enjoy Georgian fusion cuisine to round off your day in Tbilisi.
GEL60, 1h30m
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Day 4: Kazbegi Adventure

Kazbegi, Georgia on May 2, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast

Have an early meal to prepare for the mountain journey ahead at your hotel.
Included in stay, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive Tbilisi to Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) - 3 hours

Scenic drive through the Georgian Military Highway, passing beautiful landscapes and historic sites.
GEL50 (transport), 3h0m

11:30am

Visit Gergeti Trinity Church

Hike or take a 4x4 up to this iconic church with panoramic mountain views, open all day with no fee.
GEL0, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Rooms Hotel Kazbegi

Enjoy fresh mountain cuisine with stunning views at this stylish hotel restaurant.
GEL60, 1h0m

3:00pm

Explore Kazbegi Town and Relax

Visit local shops, enjoy a short nature walk or simply rest enjoying the alpine scenery.
Free, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Chalet Kazbegi

Savour hearty local dishes and warm alpine ambiance; open for dinner till 10 PM.
GEL70, 1h30m
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Day 5: Gori and Uplistsikhe

Gori / Uplistsikhe, Georgia on May 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a fresh start with breakfast at your Kazbegi accommodation.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Drive Kazbegi to Gori (approx. 2.5 hours)

Travel south to this historical center famous for its Stalin Museum and ancient rock city nearby.
GEL45 (transport), 2h30m

12:00pm

Visit Stalin Museum

Explore exhibits about the life of Joseph Stalin in his birthplace, open 10 AM to 6 PM.
GEL8, 1h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Cedasheni

Sample local cuisine in this well-reviewed Gori restaurant, open till 4 PM.
GEL35, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Uplistsikhe Cave Town

Discover this ancient rock-hewn town with its fascinating tunnels and temples, open 10 AM to 7 PM.
GEL7, 2h0m

5:30pm

Drive to Kutaisi (2.5 hours)

Head westward to Kutaisi for the next leg of your journey.
GEL50 (transport), 2h30m

8:00pm

Dinner at Hotel in Kutaisi

Relax and dine locally after the travel day, many hotels offer dinner service till 9 PM.
GEL50, 1h0m
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Day 6: Kutaisi Tour

Kutaisi, Georgia on May 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast prepared by your accommodation.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Bagrati Cathedral

Explore this 11th-century cathedral and its panoramic views over Kutaisi. Open 9 AM to 7 PM.
Free, 1h0m

10:30am

Explore Gelati Monastery

Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a stunning medieval monastery complex open 9 AM to 6 PM.
GEL5, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Palaty

Enjoy Georgian traditional dishes with a modern flair, open till 4 PM.
GEL40, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Kutaisi Market

Experience the lively local market with fresh produce and artisanal goods.
Free, 1h0m

3:30pm

Sataplia Nature Reserve

Visit nearby for fossilized dinosaur footprints and forest trails, open 10 AM to 5 PM.
GEL7, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at FOOD&GLOBE

Savour flavorful Georgian and fusion dishes to conclude your Kutaisi day.
GEL60, 1h30m
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Day 7: Travel to Baku

Baku, Azerbaijan on May 5, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast

Have an early breakfast at the hotel before departing Kutaisi.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Transfer to Tbilisi Airport (approx 3 hours)

Travel back to Tbilisi for your flight to Baku.
GEL60 (transport), 3h0m

12:00pm

Flight Tbilisi to Baku

Catch a direct flight from Tbilisi International Airport to Heydar Aliyev Airport in Baku, flight takes about 1 hour.
USD100 approx., 1h0m

2:00pm

Arrival and Hotel Check-in

Check in and refresh at your Baku hotel.
Varies, 1h0m

3:30pm

Walk the Baku Boulevard

Enjoy a relaxing walk along the Caspian Sea promenade, free and open all day.
Free, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Firuze Restaurant

Experience Azerbaijani traditional cuisine in a cozy atmosphere; open till 10 PM.
AZN40, 1h30m
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Day 8: Baku Sights

Baku, Azerbaijan on May 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café City

Enjoy a varied breakfast menu in a central location; opens at 8 AM.
AZN15, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit the Icherisheher (Old City)

Explore the UNESCO-protected historic heart of Baku with museums, mosques, and the Maiden Tower, open 9 AM to 6 PM.
AZN10, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Mugam Club

Savor Azerbaijani cuisine inside the Old City in a traditional setting, open till 3 PM.
AZN35, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit the Flame Towers and Highland Park

See the modern architectural landmark and panoramic views from the park, open daylight hours.
Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Carpet Museum Visit

Explore Azerbaijan’s carpet weaving traditions, open 10 AM to 6 PM.
AZN5, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Chinar

Enjoy elegant Azerbaijani and international cuisine in a stylish setting; open till 11 PM.
AZN50, 1h30m
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Day 9: Baku and Departure

Baku, Azerbaijan on May 7, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Nar & Sharab

Start your day with a popular café serving great breakfast options; open from 8 AM.
AZN15, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit the Ateshgah Fire Temple

A unique religious site outside Baku, reachable by taxi, open 9 AM to 6 PM.
AZN7, 2h30m (including travel)

12:30pm

Lunch at Sahil Bar & Restaurant

Break for a relaxing lunch with sea views in the center of Baku, open till 4 PM.
AZN40, 1h0m

2:00pm

Relax or last-minute shopping

Spend your last hours exploring local markets or relaxing by the Caspian Sea.
Free, 2h0m

4:30pm

Head to Airport for Departure

Prepare for your flight with adequate time for check-in and security.
AZN20 (transport), 1h0m
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