Unveiling Western Georgia

Description:

Explore the western part of Georgia’s main city on a walking tour through Kutaisi’s historic streets, where you'll encounter a blend of diverse religious architecture. Visit the medieval Bagrati Cathedral and Motsameta Monastery, both offering stunning views of the city. Continue to the Gelati Monastery, a significant masterpiece from Georgia’s Golden Age, showcasing the period's political and economic strength. Discover the wonders of Prometheus Cave, a 60-70-million-year-old karst formation with impressive stalagmites and stalactites, then marvel at the stunning waterfalls of Martvili Canyon on the Abasha River. Next, explore the historic Nokalakevi Fortress, which dates back to the Hellenistic period, and enjoy scenic views over the Tekhuri River. Visit Dedamoka to see its unique sulfur hot water travertines and steaming waterfalls. Experience the natural beauty of Kolkheti National Park, Georgia’s first UNESCO World Heritage natural site, with a boat trip through its lush Colchic forests and wetlands. At the Vani Archaeological Museum, delve into the legend of the Golden Fleece and the ancient kingdom of Colchis. Finally, relax at the Dikhashkho sulfur geyser, renowned for its healing properties and consistently warm thermal waters.

Itenarary:

Day 1: Kutaisi sightseeing tour - Gelati - Motsameta. Overnight in Kutaisi.

  • Meet with the guide and the driver.

  • Kutaisi sightseeing tour

  • Lunch break

  • Gelati

  • Motsameta

  • Kutaisi, End of the tour

Day 2: Prometeus Cave - Martvili canyon - Nokalakevi, Dedamoka. Overnight in Poti.

  • Meet with the guide and the driver

  • Prometeus Cave

  • Martvili Canyon

  • Lunch break

  • Nokalakevi- Dedamoka

  • Poti, End of the tour

Day 3: Kolkheti national park (UNESCO) - Vani Archaeological Museum - Dikhashkho. Overnight in Kutaisi.

  • Meet with the guide and the driver.

  • Kolkheti national park (UNESCO)

  • Lunch break

  • Vani Archaeological Museum

  • Dikhashkho

  • Kutaisi, End of the tour

Included:

  • Transportation by comfortable sedan, minivan or minibus

  • English speaking guide service for whole the trip

  • Entrance fees

  • Bottle of mineral water

Excluded:

  • International flight tickets

  • Travel insurance

  • Tips and personal expenses