The Land of the Golden Fleece

10 Days

Start and end in Tbilisi, Tbilisi

Location Covered
Tbilisi
Price on Request

Highlights

  • Full-day visit to Mtskheta, the spiritual heart of Georgia.
  • Visit to Ushguli, the highest permanently inhabited village in Europe.
  • Explore Josef Stalin's birthplace & museum at Gori.
  • Visit Ubisi church with its famous frescoes.
  • Optional extension to stay in Yerevan in Armenia.

Itinerary

Afternoon flight to Tbilisi. Transfer to the Courtyard by Marriott / Holiday Inn for 3 nights.

Morning city tour of the capital of Georgia, including the 4th-century Narikala Fortress, the State and Art Museums and the 5th-century Metechi Church, considered the first church in Tbilisi. Afternoon at leisure. (B, L)

Morning visit to Mtskheta, the spiritual heart of Georgia. Visit the Jvari and Samtavro Church, and the Cathedral of Svetitskhoveli, built on the grave of Sidonia, who died clutching Christ's robe. Continue north to the Georgian Military Highway for a visit to the Ananuri Fortress. (B, L)

Drive west from Tbilisi to Kutaisi visiting Gori, the birthplace of Josef Stalin, en route. View the house where he was born and the museum dedicated to his life. Continue to Uplistsikhe to visit the cave town that has been inhabited since pre-Christian times. Upon arrival at Kutaisi, visit the ruins of the 11th-century Bagrati Cathedral. Stay at the Bagrat Hotel / Aeetes Hotel for 1 night. (B, L, D)

Morning visit to the Gelati Monastery, which was formerly the main cultural and learning centre in Georgia. Afternoon drive north to Mestia. Stay 3 nights at the Tetnuldi Hotel / Chubu Hotel. (B, L, D)

Full-day excursion to the Unesco world heritage site of Ushguli. Renowned for being the highest inhabited village in Europe, view its excellent collection of medieval towers and the Lamaria Church. (B, L, D)

Morning walking tour of Mestia, which is located close to the borders of Russia. Visit the Margiani House Museum and the ethnographic museum, which holds a fine collection of icons, manuscripts and gold coins from the Kingdom of Colchis. (B, L, D)

Morning drive to Kutaisi via the Sataplia State Reserve. Stay at the Bagrat Hotel / Aeetes Hotel for 1 night. (B, L, D)

Morning drive to Tbilisi visiting en route the church of Ubisi. Transfer to the Courtyard by Marriott / Holiday Inn for 2 nights. (B, L)

Early morning transfer to the airport and fly to your next destination. (B)

What's Included

  • Accommodation, itinerary & meal basis as described.
  • Local Transfers in a private chauffeur-driven vehicle.
  • The support (if required) of an English speaking local representative.
  • Local guides and entrance fees where applicable.
  • Visas Fee (if applicable).
  • Monument entry fees.
  • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.
  • International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.
  • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes

Yes

Yes, All language local guides are available as per request.

Yes

Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.

Yes

Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

Only for foreign national traveler.

Most of the places you will get free Wi-FI.

Yes

Yes

Yes

Currency always depend on the country.

You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.

100% departure if there is single traveler.

Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.

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3 Star

Tips always optional.

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Yes

 

Bagrati 1003 Hotel - Kutaisi
Courtyard by Marriott - Tbilisi
Hotel Chubu - Mestia

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