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Pankisi Valley Day Tour – 1 November

Pankisi Valley Day Tour – 1 November

Visit with us Pankisi Valley and the Chechen Kists. We will peak into a mosque, explore local mill and felt workshop, enjoy traditional dishes, and more.

Date: 1 November
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 280 km
Trip difficulty: Easy
Group size: Min. 5 participants
Pick-up: 08:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 20:00 (The arrival time will depend on the traffic)
Price: 195 GEL

Itinerary:

In the morning, we will head northeast to Pankisi Valley. Pankisi is home to a Chechen minority called Kists. Upon arrival, we will meet our local host, who will guide us through the meanders of Chechen Kist culture. The day will be busy – we will explore two Kist villages and visit a mosque and a felt workshop ( We recommend to have cash 20-30 gel and buy some amazing felt items made by grandma, this way we support her small business) . We will also visit several historical attractions in the area, such as the Pankisi Amphitheater. Old Church, Museum, Viewpoint panorama.

In the afternoon, we will enjoy lunch featuring delicious traditional Kist food. Time permitting, we may visit a local brewery making non-alcoholic beer made of mountain berries. Beer bottle usually costs 3 Gel, please have cash to buy bottle or two.  Return to Tbilisi in the evening. The end of the tour.

 

Inclusions:

  1. Transfers
  2. Sightseeing/hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide
  3. Lunch
  4. Museum Entrance Fees
  5. Beer tasting

 

Exclusions:

  1. Personal travel insurance
  2. Gratitudes

 

 

Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy

 

 

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR

MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet 8:00 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. Keep in mind that we will be visiting a Muslim community – dress modestly (no shorts or yoga pants). men – no shorts. no top t shirts.

FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5-2 liters should be enough for the day. Please make sure to bring snacks – sandwiches, dried fruit, and sweets. They will help you maintain your energy levels until lunch.

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. Sun protection.

GUIDE 
We will send you guide’s contact details a few days before the tour. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam.

Rtveli – Grape Harvest Day Tour – rescheduled to 14 Sep

Have you ever heard about Rtveli? It’s a traditional vintage and rural harvest holiday in Georgia accompanied by feasts and celebrations. It usually takes place from mid-September to mid-October. Join us on tour to help local winemakers pick up the grapes and to have some fun (with wine, of course)!

 

Date: 13 Sep. 14 september
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: Around 200-250 km
Trip difficulty: Easy
Pick-up: 09:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 19:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi (The arrival time will depend on the group’s speed and traffic)
Price: 220 GEL

 

Itinerary:

We will leave Tbilisi in the morning and head to a cozy family winery in Kakheti. Upon arrival, we will meet our host. We will then head to the vineyards to start collecting grapes. The work is hard – grapes must be collected, and the juice must be squeezed out. In the past, winemakers and their families used to do that by stomping on the grapes with bare feet. Nowadays, machines are helping with processing the grapes. Once we are done with our work a time will come for the celebration with a a lovely homemade dinner made of traditional local dishes. Masterclass of Making Georgian food. Return to Tbilisi in the evening. The end of the tour.

 

Inclusions:

  1. Transfers
  2. English-speaking guide
  3. Participation in Rtveli
  4. Homemade meal
  5. Wine tasting and snacks
  6. Masterclasses of making Georgian food

 

Exclusions:

  1. Personal travel insurance
  2. Gratitudes

 

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 shoes and outfit. You might get dirty in vineyard, bring something to exchange.

FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5-2 liters should be enough for the day. or bring bottle and you can fill it later.

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. have sun protection.

GUIDE 
We will send you guide’s contact details a few days before the tour. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam.

Rtveli – Grape Harvest Day Tour – 19 Sep 2026

Rtveli – Grape Harvest Day Tour – 19 Sep 2026

Have you ever heard about Rtveli? It’s a traditional vintage and rural harvest holiday in Georgia accompanied by feasts and celebrations. It usually takes place from mid-September to mid-October. Join us on tour to help local winemakers pick up the grapes and to have some fun (with wine, of course)!

 

Date: 19 September 2026
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: Around 200-250 km
Trip difficulty: Easy
Pick-up: 10:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 19:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi (The arrival time will depend on the group’s speed and traffic)
Price: 220 GEL

 

Itinerary:

We will leave Tbilisi in the morning and head to a cozy family winery in Kakheti. Upon arrival, we will meet our host. We will then head to the vineyards to start collecting grapes. The work is hard – grapes must be collected, and the juice must be squeezed out. In the past, winemakers and their families used to do that by stomping on the grapes with bare feet. Nowadays, machines are helping with processing the grapes. Once we are done with our work a time will come for the celebration with a a lovely homemade dinner made of traditional local dishes. Masterclass of Making Georgian food. Return to Tbilisi in the evening. The end of the tour.

 

Inclusions:

  1. Transfers
  2. English-speaking guide
  3. Participation in Rtveli
  4. Homemade meal
  5. Wine tasting and snacks
  6. Masterclasses of making Georgian food

 

Exclusions:

  1. Personal travel insurance
  2. Gratitudes

 

Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy

 

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR

MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet 10:00 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 shoes and outfit. You might get dirty in vineyard, bring something to exchange.

FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5-2 liters should be enough for the day. or bring bottle and you can fill it later.

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. have sun protection.

GUIDE 
We will send you guide’s contact details a few days before the tour. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam.