Festive Christmas Itinerary: Exploring Tbilisi and Surrounding Gems

Day 1: Christmas Eve in Tbilisi

Tbilisi, Georgia on December 24, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Stamba Café

Begin your day with a delicious breakfast featuring locally sourced pastries and fresh coffee at Stamba Café, open from 8am to 11am.
GEL25, 1h30m

10:30am

Visit Tbilisi Christmas Market

Explore the festive Christmas Market in Freedom Square, which operates daily during December from 10am to 9pm, offering local crafts, food, and holiday spirit.
Free entry, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Pasanauri

Try traditional Georgian khinkali and other delights at Pasanauri, open 12pm to 11pm, renowned for its authentic flavors.
GEL40, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Narikala Fortress

Take a cable car up to Narikala Fortress, one of Tbilisi’s ancient landmarks, open from 9am to 7pm, with panoramic views of the city decorated for Christmas.
GEL15, 1h30m

4:00pm

Explore the Georgian National Museum

Discover Georgian history and culture at the museum, open 10am to 6pm, showcasing special holiday exhibits during Christmas time.
GEL12, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Barbarestan

Enjoy a traditional Georgian Christmas dinner in a cozy atmosphere at Barbarestan, open 6pm to 11pm, famous for authentic recipes from 19th-century cookbooks.
GEL70, 2h
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Day 2: Mtskheta and Countryside

Mtskheta & Tbilisi, Georgia on December 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Fabrika Tbilisi

Have a hearty breakfast in the vibrant Fabrika complex, open from 8am, known for fresh coffee and pastries.
GEL20, 1h

9:30am

Day trip to Mtskheta

Drive 20 minutes to Mtskheta, Georgia’s ancient capital, to visit the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery, open from 9am to 5pm.
GEL10, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Salobie

Enjoy traditional Georgian dishes including fresh bread and cheese at Salobie in Mtskheta, open 11am to 7pm.
GEL35, 1h

2:30pm

Return to Tbilisi and rest

Spend some relaxing time at your hotel or explore Tbilisi’s old town streets decorated with Christmas lights.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Visit Tbilisi Sulphur Baths

Warm up with a traditional Georgian sulphur bath experience in Abanotubani, operating until 9pm, a unique way to relax during winter.
GEL50, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Shavi Lomi

Dine at Shavi Lomi with modern takes on Georgian classics, open 6pm to 10pm, a perfect festive evening spot.
GEL60, 2h
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Day 3: Vienna Christmas Experience

Vienna, Austria on December 26, 2025

7:00am

Flight to Vienna

Catch an early morning flight from Tbilisi International Airport to Vienna International Airport (flight approx. 3h45m).
Eur150, 4h

12:00pm

Lunch at Café Central

Taste classic Viennese pastries and light lunch at the historic Café Central, open from 8am to 8pm.
EUR25, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Vienna Christmas Markets

Explore Vienna's famous Christmas markets like Rathausplatz from 10am to 9pm, enjoying crafts, mulled wine, and festive cheer.
Free entry, 2h

4:00pm

Tour of Schönbrunn Palace

Visit the stunning Schönbrunn Palace and gardens, open 8:30am to 5pm, with special Christmas decorations and winter ambiance.
EUR22, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Figlmüller

Savor the famous Wiener schnitzel at Figlmüller, open until 11pm, a culinary must in Vienna.
EUR40, 1h30m
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