Dmanisi Bolnisi Day Tour – 8 Nov
Let’s head to Dmanisi – Bolnisi region to explore some of the most crucial Georgian historical and archeological sites. We will visit the oldest extant church in Georgia to learn more about the formation of the Georgian language and the advent of Christianity in the Caucasus, explore the Dmanisi hominins discovery site, and, as a bonus, look into the history of German colonies in Georgia.
Date: 8 November
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 220 km
Trip difficulty: Easy
Group size: Min. 6 participants
Pick-up: 9:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 19:00 (The arrival time will depend on the group’s speed and traffic)
Price: 140 GEL
Itinerary:
We will start our trip with a visit to Dmanisi – an open-air museum dedicated to the earliest hominid dispersal beyond Africa (1.75 million years ago). Next, we will head to Bolnisi Sioni – a cathedral built in 478–493. It is the oldest extant church in Georgia, famous for its early medieval inscriptions in the Georgian alphabet. We will also visit the fantastic Bolnisi Museum and stroll the cobbled streets built in the 19th century by Germans from Swabia. Once we finish sightseeing, we will head to a local restaurant for late lunch/ dinner. Return to Tbilisi. The end of the tour.
Inclusions:
- Transfers
- Sightseeing/hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to museums
Exclusions:
- Meals
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities
Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy
HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR
MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet 9:00 at Samaia Garden. Please be on time. In case of any delays, please inform your guide. Otherwise, the group will depart without you.
WEATHER
Georgian weather changes often and fast. For this reason, it’s essential to follow the weather forecast closely. Here is the weather forecast. Please check it the night before the tour to be well prepared.
WHAT TO WEAR
Please wear clothes appropriate to the weather. Wear comfortable sports shoes.
We will be walking a lot.
FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure you have enough drinking water.
Please make sure to bring snacks to stay full before the restaurant.
Additionally, we will also stop in the supermarket in the morning to make sure you have everything you need.
OTHER ESSENTIAL ITEMS
If you are prone to motion sickness, please have medicine with you.
Bring a day pack to carry important items with you.
GUIDE
We will send you guide’s contact details a few days before the tour. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam.
