3-Day Cultural and Natural Exploration of Georgia

Day 1: Historic Tbilisi Tour

Tbilisi, Georgia on May 29, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Gabriadze

Start your day with freshly brewed coffee and traditional Georgian pastries at this charming café near the Puppet Theatre; opens at 8:00am.
GEL15, 1h

9:30am

Old Town Walking Tour

Explore Tbilisi’s historic centre including the Narikala Fortress, sulfur baths, and Sioni Cathedral, soaking in the old-world atmosphere.
GEL25, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Samikitno

Enjoy authentic Georgian cuisine like khinkali (dumplings) and khachapuri (cheese bread) at Samikitno, a lively traditional restaurant.
GEL30, 1h

1:45pm

Visit Tbilisi Botanical Garden

A peaceful retreat from the city bustle with impressive plant collections and waterfalls, open from 9:00am to 7:00pm.
GEL10, 2h

4:00pm

Take the Tbilisi Cable Car

Ascend to the Mother of Georgia statue and enjoy panoramic city views; cable car operates until 10:00pm.
GEL3, 30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Barbarestan

Dine in a refined atmosphere at this family-run restaurant known for its creative reinterpretations of old Georgian recipes.
GEL60, 2h
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Day 2: Mtskheta and Kazbegi Adventure

Mtskheta & Kazbegi, Georgia on May 30, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy an early hotel breakfast featuring local cheeses, bread, and tea before your day trip; available from 7:00am.
Included, 30m

8:00am

Drive to Mtskheta

Travel 20km north to Mtskheta, Georgia’s ancient capital, known for its UNESCO World Heritage sites.
GEL50 for taxi or organize tour, 45m

9:00am

Visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery

Explore these significant religious sites, dating back to the 6th-11th centuries, open from 9:00am to 7:00pm.
GEL15, 2h

11:30am

Travel to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda)

Drive 140km along the scenic Georgian Military Highway through mountainous landscapes.
GEL70, 3h

2:30pm

Lunch at Rooms Hotel Kazbegi

Enjoy lunch with stunning views of Mount Kazbek, offering both international and Georgian dishes.
GEL40, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Gergeti Trinity Church

Hike or take a 4x4 up to the iconic 14th-century church overlooking the Caucasus mountains; the hike takes about 1.5 hours, open daylight hours.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Return to Tbilisi

Drive back to Tbilisi, arriving around 9:00pm for a restful evening.
GEL70, 3h
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Day 3: Ancient Cave Towns

Gori & Uplistsikhe, Georgia on May 31, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Begin your day with a hearty breakfast at your accommodation, available from 7:00am.
Included, 30m

9:00am

Drive to Uplistsikhe Cave Town

Travel 100km west to explore this ancient rock-hewn town, open from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
GEL15, 2h

11:30am

Visit Gori Fortress and Stalin Museum

Discover Gori’s medieval fortress and learn about Soviet history at the Stalin Museum, both open 10:00am to 6:00pm.
GEL20, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Café Kala

Enjoy a relaxed Georgian meal in Gori, featuring fresh local ingredients, open from 12:00pm.
GEL25, 1h

2:30pm

Return to Tbilisi

Drive back to Tbilisi for your final evening.
GEL30, 2h

5:00pm

Relax at Dry Bridge Market

Explore this open-air flea market in Tbilisi for antiques, art, and souvenirs; open until 8:00pm.
Free to browse, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Café Lakhumi

Conclude your trip with traditional Georgian dishes from the mountainous Svaneti region in this cosy restaurant.
GEL40, 2h
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