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Gudamakari Ethno-Cultural and Mythological: Stories, Traditions & Local Cuisine – 11 October

Gudamakari Ethno-Cultural and Mythological: Stories, Traditions & Local Cuisine – 11 October

A day Trip to Gudamakari Gorge, a remote mountain region where local traditions and village life are still an important part of everyday life. During the tour, we will visit several villages on foot, learn about local stories and customs, and enjoy views of the Greater Caucasus Mountains, alpine meadows, and the Black Aragvi River.

 

Date: 11 October
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 250 km
Trip difficulty: Easy
Group size: Min 5
Pick-up: 09:00, Samaia Garden
Drop-off: Around 19:00 (The arrival time will depend on the group’s speed and traffic)

Price Per-Person: 190 Gel

 

Hiking Information

Distance: Approx. 7 km

Walking Time: Approx. 4 hours

Difficulty: Easy

The route follows village roads and walking paths. Most of the walk is relatively flat, with a few uphill sections leading to viewpoints over the valley. The hike is suitable for anyone with a basic level of fitness.

 

Itinerary:

After departing from Tbilisi, we will drive to Gudamakari Gorge, a mountain region known for its villages, traditions and sacred stories of local shrines, preserved through generations of oral traditions. Our local guide will take us through the villages of Chokhi, Dumatskho, and Gamsi, following village roads and paths while learning about the history, customs, and everyday life of the valley. Along the way, there will be opportunities to enjoy views of the surrounding mountains, alpine meadows, and the Black Aragvi River. After the walk, we will visit a local guesthouse where we will enjoy a traditional lunch, taste regional dishes, and take part in a khinkali-making masterclass with our hosts before returning to Tbilisi in the evening.

 

Dress Code

As we will be visiting chapels and religious sites during the tour, we kindly ask participants to dress respectfully. Please avoid very short shorts, crop tops, sleeveless tops with large openings, or other overly revealing clothing. Comfortable outdoor clothing that covers the shoulders and reaches at least to the knees is recommended.

 

Inclusions:

  1. Transportation
  2. English-speaking local guide
  3. Lunch at a local ethnic guest-home
  4. Traditional dish tasting
  5. Khinkali-making masterclass

 

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. Hiking shoes are recommended.

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 to stay full before meal time. Additionally, we will also stop in the supermarket in the morning to make sure you have everything needed with you.

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.

Guria And Samegrelo with Kolkheti National Park Overnight tour – 3-4 October

Guria And Samegrelo with Kolkheti National Park Overnight tour – 3-4 October

Join us on a unique Guria and Samegrelo tour created for a different kind of experience. local cuisine, traditional singing, local wine, a boat ride in Kolkheti National Park, Birds, Greenery, Blue River, Natural sulphur baths, and much more.

 

Dates: 3-4 Oct
Duration: 2 Days/1 Night
Driving distance: 800 km
Trip difficulty: Easy
Group size: Min. 5 participants
Accommodation: shared twin/double rooms in a local guesthouse. single is available upon request.
Pick-up: 09:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off:  The arrival time will depend on the traffic. We will depart directly after lunch. we expect to be in Tbilisi at 7 pm.
Price:  590 GEL 

 

Itinerary:

Day 1
Tbilisi – Lanchkhuti – Poti

Early in the morning, we will leave Tbilisi and head to the Guria region. Along the way, we will make short stops for breaks.

Our first visit will be to a local woman’s home in the small green village of Atsana, where she offers a unique local experience. She will show us how to make the traditional meal Brinjula during a masterclass. Afterward, we will taste it together with tea and local snacks while listening to her stories about the area and local life.

Our next stop will be a family winery with a beautiful garden and vineyard. The hosts offer traditional folklore masterclasses, and we will enjoy local songs while tasting their homemade wine.

Later, we will continue to Poti city. After checking into the guesthouse, we will go to see the Poti lighthouse and watch the sunset. Dinner will be in a local restaurant (self-paid).

 

Day 2
Poti – Kolkheti National Park – Nokalakevi – Tbilisi

After breakfast, we will start the morning with a boat ride in Kolkheti National Park, where we can enjoy the greenery, birds, and views of Paliastomi Lake.

Next, we will visit Nokalakevi, where a clear blue river meets natural hot sulphur springs. Please bring swimwear if you would like to go into the water.

Our next stop will be a birdwatching area where grey herons can often be seen nesting in the trees.

Afterward, we will have a lunch stop (self-paid) before driving back to Tbilisi.

 

 

 

Inclusions:

  1. Transportation
  2. English-speaking guide
  3. Accommodation with breakfast in shared twin/double rooms in a guesthouse
  4. Brinjula  food making  unique Masterclasses
  5. Wine tasting and traditional singing at local winery in Guria
  6. Boat ride on Paliastomi lake

 

Exclusions:

  1. Dinner on day 1, Lunch on day 2
  2. Anything not mentioned
  3. 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 09:00 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 is essential to follow the weather forecast closely. The weather forecast is here. Please check it the night before the tour to be well prepared. 

WHAT TO WEAR
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. bring your swimwear with you, towels.  bring raincoats if it shows rain. a cap or sunglasses, sunscreen. 

FOOD & DRINKS
There will be lots of opportunities to get something to eat on this tour. Pack only light snacks and a bottle of water. If you run out of something, we will stop at the supermarket.

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.