Grand Tour of Georgia, 10 days:
Seasonal tour from June to November
Batumi · Svaneti · Kutaisi · Borjomi · Goderdzi · Batumi
About the journey
This journey reveals Georgia through its contrasts and emotions, from the seaside to the raw energy of the mountains. Nature, the rhythm of life, traditions, the taste of Georgian food and the country’s unique character all come together here.
It’s not just a trip but a living experience: the views, the heights, the air, the people and that famous hospitality you’ll want to come back to. It’s the kind of holiday that changes how you feel about life.
- The trip lasts 10 days and 9 nights
- Can start from Batumi or Kutaisi
Itinerary
Day 1BATUMI
We meet you at Batumi airport and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in and a short rest, an evening walking tour of the city begins. It’s your first introduction to Batumi and its main sights: the Black Sea promenade, the Old Town, the squares, the architecture and the lights of the resort at night.
Our route
- meeting guests at Batumi or Kutaisi airport
- transfer to the hotel
- check-in and a short rest
- EVENING WALKING TOUR OF BATUMI
- cable car
- Orta Jame Mosque
- Piazza Square
- Church of St Nicholas
- historic houses of old Batumi
- Armenian church
- astronomical clock
- Europe Square
- Neptune fountain
- drama theatre
- old boulevard
- colonnades
- summer theatre
- boulevard fountains
- Alphabet Tower
- Ali and Nino statue
- return to the hotel
Day 2MOUNTAIN ADJARA
The first half of the day is free. Spend time by the sea, relax on the beach or take an easy stroll around Batumi.
In the afternoon we head into Mountain Adjara. Life here moves at a calm pace, very different from resort Batumi. Along the way your guide shares stories about the region, its traditions and the life of local families. The drive winds through mountain landscapes and introduces you to the real Adjarian character.
Our route
- free time by the sea
- 14:00departure from Batumi
- The meeting of two rivers (panoramic mountain view)
- The “Waterfall of Love”
- Kapnistavi village
- Ethnographic museum (open-air museum)
- Kapnistavi waterfalls
- Wine tasting (10 kinds of wine and 1 kind of chacha)
- Viewpoint over Gvara Fortress
- 1,100 m zipline (optional)
- The “Machakhela” rifle monument
- Swimming in a mountain river (in season)
- Return to Batumi (around 18:00)
- Free time
Day 3SVANETI
Today we set off for Svaneti, one of Georgia’s most impressive mountain regions. The road gradually climbs into the mountains, opening up views of rivers, gorges and the high peaks of the Caucasus.
In the evening we arrive in Mestia, Svaneti’s main town, known for its ancient Svan towers and the atmosphere of an old mountain land.
Our route
- 08.00breakfast
- 08.30departure from Batumi
- Enguri Reservoir
- Lunch overlooking the Enguri River
- Mountain roads and waterfalls along the way
- Arrival in Mestia
- A walk around Mestia among the Svan towers
- Margiani Svan House Museum
- Viewpoint with swings
- Hotel check-in
- Horseback ride (optional)
- Dinner
Day 4USHGULI
The route crosses high-mountain Svaneti with a climb to Ushguli, where ancient towers still stand and you can see Shkhara. The scenery changes all day, and almost every stop on the route offers striking, memorable views.
In the second half of the day we continue to Racha, where we discover the region’s wine tradition. The day ends in the village of Khvanchkara, with a Racha family and a tasting of qvevri wine.
Our route
- 07.30breakfast
- 08.00departure for Racha
- Ugviri Pass (one of the best views of Mount Ushba)
- Ushguli village
- The towers of Ushguli
- 12th-century Lamaria Church
- Queen Tamar’s Tower
- View of Mount Shkhara (5,201 m)
- Lunch in Ushguli
- Zagaro Pass (2,600 m)
- Lailashi village
- Open-air mineral pool
- View of the Ladjanuri hydropower plant
- Gvirishi Waterfall
- Sairme Pillars
- Khvanchkara village
- Visit to a family wine cellar in Racha
- Dinner with a Georgian family
- Hotel stay in Ambrolauri
Day 5RACHA
The day takes you through the Racha region, where the route gradually leads away from towns toward nature and open mountain spaces. Along the way you’ll see Shaori Reservoir, ancient monasteries and secluded places that few travelers reach on their own.
The main part of the day is the climb up the Nine Crosses mountain. The walk leads through the forest to the summit, where the Church of St. George and the nine crosses stand. From here you get views of the mountain ridges. During the day the route is complemented by the Heart waterfall and the Nikortsminda monastery, creating a rich and complete impression of the region.
Our route
- 08.00breakfast
- 08.30departure for Borjomi
- Heart Waterfall
- Nikortsminda Monastery
- Shaori Reservoir
- Climb up Nine Crosses mountain (1,500 m)
- St. George’s Church
- Lunch
- Hotel check-in in Borjomi
- Free time
- Dinner
Day 6Borjomi
This day combines nature and a relaxed holiday feel with powerful natural sights. Mountain air, a forest walk and open-air thermal springs bring a sense of calm and a chance to recharge.
Then the day turns to history. The cave city of Uplistsikhe reveals the ancient past of these lands, and Mtskheta with Svetitskhoveli Cathedral deepens the sense of their scale and significance. In a single day you get a complete picture of the country through its nature, culture and history.
Our route
- 08.30breakfast
- 09.00departure for Tbilisi
- Monastery of Seraphim of Sarov
- Borjomi Central Park
- Mineral springs
- Forest walk (optional)
- Bathing in the thermal springs
- Lunch
- Uplistsikhe cave city
- Mtskheta (Georgia’s ancient capital)
- Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
- Dinner
- Arrival in Tbilisi
- Hotel check-in in Tbilisi
- Free time
Day 7Tbilisi
The morning is spent in Tbilisi on a walking tour of the historic center. We stroll through the Old Town, climb to panoramic viewpoints and along the way hear stories about how the capital grew, its culture and its role in Georgian history.
In the second half of the day we stop at Jvari Monastery, with its panorama of the meeting of the Kura and Aragvi rivers, and then continue on to Kutaisi. This day links Tbilisi and its history with the road through the heart of the country.
Our route
- 09.30breakfast
- 10.00Walking tour of Tbilisi
- Old Tbilisi and a walk through its historic streets
- Narikala Fortress with a panoramic view of the city
- Mother of Georgia
- Cable car over Tbilisi
- Abanotubani district (the famous sulfur baths)
- Rike Park
- Bridge of Peace
- Sharden district
- Sioni Cathedral (5th–6th century)
- Anchiskhati Church (one of the city’s oldest churches)
- Drive from Tbilisi to Kutaisi
- Lunch
- Jvari Monastery (UNESCO site)
- Arrival in Kutaisi
- Hotel check-in in Kutaisi
- Dinner
Day 8Kutaisi
A packed day full of walks and impressions. In a single day we cover several powerful natural sites, including Prometheus Cave with its underground halls and Martvili Canyon, which remains one of the most memorable places on the route.
On the way we stop at the thermal springs and break for lunch at a Georgian family café, after which the route reaches the sea and ends in Batumi.
Our route
- 08.00breakfast
- 08.30departure from Kutaisi
- 11th-century Bagrati Cathedral
- Prometheus Cave (underground halls with stalactites and underground lakes)
- Martvili Canyon
- Thermal springs
- Swimming in a mountain river (in season)
- Lunch at a family-run café
- Ureki Beach (magnetic sand)
- Eucalyptus park
- Arrival in Batumi
- Hotel check-in in Batumi
Day 9BATUMI
A free day in Batumi. Spend time by the sea, stroll along the promenade, sit in an Old Town café, drop by Boni Market for Georgian sweets, spices and tea, or simply rest after the busy days.
Everyone spends this day at their own pace, soaking up the atmosphere of a Black Sea resort town.
If you’re flying out of Tbilisi, a first-class Batumi–Tbilisi train is included. On arrival in Tbilisi — transfer to your hotel and free time in the city.
Day 10Departure
Breakfast at the hotel and free time before departure. Transfer to the airport and the end of your journey through Georgia.
We say goodbye to our guests and hope this trip stays with you as beautiful views, the warmth of Georgian hospitality and moments you’ll want to live again.
What’s included
- Stay in a comfortable hotel with breakfast
- Certified guide
- All transfers in the itinerary
- Airport transfers
- First-class train to Tbilisi
- All locations on the route
- Entrance tickets: Margiani House Museum, Martvili Canyon, the Tbilisi cable car, the cave city of Uplistsikhe, Borjomi Park and the thermal springs, Rabati Fortress, Prometheus Cave
- Wine tasting
- Alcoholic and soft drinks in the car
- Guidance and organization throughout the trip
- Help and advice before the tour
Not included
- Flights
- Lunches and dinners


