Travelpack

Highlights: Mtskheta - Signagi

Hotel featured:
Ramada by Wyndham

Itinerary:
01 Day - Welcome to Georgia
Upon arrival, our team will welcome you and provide a smooth transfer to your hotel in Tbilisi, which is conveniently just a 30-minute drive away.
After checking in, you can relax and enjoy an overnight stay at your hotel.

02 Day - Tbilisi City Tour - Mtskheta
Today Have your breakfast at the hotel, and then embark on a captivating Tbilisi City Tour.
Your journey starts at the world's largest Orthodox Holy Trinity Cathedral before proceeding to the Metekhi Church and the monument honoring Vakhtang Gorgasali, the legendary founder of Tbilisi. You'll then meander through the district of the Sulfur bathhouses, passing by Tbilisi's sole mosque, and explore the enchanting Sharden area, replete with narrow streets, cozy cafés, wine tasting bars, and souvenir shops, immersing yourself in the city's rich history. Your tour continues with visits to the Sioni Cathedral, Anchiskhati Basilica, and the iconic clock tower of the renowned Rezo Gabriadze Theatre. After crossing the Bridge of Peace to reach Rike Park, you'll embark on a cable car ride to the Narikala Fortress, an exhilarating experience that's sure to leave you with a rush of positive emotions and indelible memories.
Later, your journey takes you to the ancient city of Mtskheta, often referred to as the "Second Jerusalem" for its profound religious significance. This is where the revered St. Nino, who brought Christianity to Georgia, lived under a blackberry bush at Samtavro Monastery and planted the first cross on Mount Jvari, a cross crafted from vines intertwined with her own hair. You'll explore two of Christianity's greatest shrines: the Jvary Monastery and the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, where the Heaton of the Lord is housed. The cathedral served as the coronation site for Georgian kings and their final resting place for centuries, remaining a deeply venerated place of worship for the Georgian people.Return to your hotel overnight stay at your hotel.

03 Day - Transfer to Kakheti Tour + Signagi
Today Have your breakfast at the hotel,Later at 10:00, you'll be picked up from your accommodation for a journey to the enchanting city of Sighnaghi, often referred to as the "City of Love." This picturesque town, perched on a steep hill, offers breathtaking vistas of the expansive Alazani Valley, with the majestic Caucasus Mountains gracing the distant horizon. Sighnaghi derives its name from the Turkish language, signifying "shelter" or "trench." The town's origins trace back to the early 18th century, and in 1762, King Heraclius II of Georgia erected a fortress here to protect the region from incursions by Dagestan tribes. Notably, Sighnaghi is renowned as the "City of Love" due to its unique feature of facilitating weddings 24/7.
During your visit, you'll explore the Bodbe Monastery of St. Nino, a significant Georgian Orthodox monastic complex that serves as the seat of the Bishops of Bodbe. The monastery has a deep connection to St. Nino, the 4th-century female evangelist of Georgians. The existing church, a three-nave basilica, was originally constructed between the 9th and 11th centuries and underwent restoration both externally and internally during the 17th and 19th centuries.
On your return journey to Tbilisi, you'll have the opportunity to visit one of the renowned wineries for a wine tasting experience. Georgia, often considered the birthplace of wine, boasts a unique winemaking tradition, particularly the Kvevri wine, making it a must-try during your visit.
Return to your hotel overnight stay at your hotel.

04 Day - Ananuri - Gudauri Tour - Kazbegi
Today Have your breakfast at the hotel,then at 09:00, you'll be picked up from your accommodation for an excursion that will take you to the remarkable Ananuri Fortress, nestled on a foreland along the Aragvi River, not far from the Zhinvali water reservoir, approximately 70 km from Tbilisi, Georgia. This fortress, with its earliest parts dating back to the 13th century, is a UNESCO Tentative list site. Comprising two fortifications connected by a crenellated curtain wall, the upper fortification boasts a well-preserved large square tower known as Sheupovari, while the lower fortification, featuring a round tower, is mostly in ruins.
Following your visit to Ananuri, you'll journey to the Gudauri Ski Resort, a picturesque tourist settlement and ski mountain resort situated at an elevation of 3,000 meters on the southern slopes of the Lesser Caucasus range in Georgia. Gudauri, located 120 km from Tbilisi, is reachable via the Georgian Military Road, taking approximately 2 hours by car. The region has attracted many renowned writers and poets, including Alexander Griboedov, Alexander Pushkin, and Mikhail Lermontov.
Your day's exploration continues with a visit to the Gudauri Panorama and the Georgia-Russia Friendship Monument. This monument, constructed in 1983, commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Treaty of Georgievsk in 1783, which established Georgia as a protectorate of the Russian Empire. Notably, the monument's popularity among tourists is due to its picturesque location, offering excellent opportunities for taking captivating photographs that will undoubtedly spark the curiosity of your friends.Proceeding with your sightseeing, you'll embark on a journey to Gergeti Trinity Church, accessed by a robust 4X4 vehicle. Located in the Kazbegi municipality, just 1 km from the village of Gergeti, this church sits at an altitude of 2,200 meters above sea level. It is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in Georgia, known for its historical significance and breathtaking location.
After a day filled with exploration and awe-inspiring sights, Return to your hotel overnight stay at your hotel.

05 Day - Departure
After Breakfast .Checkout and transfer to Airport for your onward Journey.

Exclusions
✅Services other than specified.
✅Any expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone/fax calls.
✅Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, etc.
✅Any tips to drivers, hotel staff, any meals apart from the ones mentioned above.
✅Any other tax or service charge that could be enforced during this period will be extra & need to be borne by you.
✅Airfare
✅Visa

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