Private tour for Edmunds – Kakheti & Kazbegi Summer Adventure

Date: 27 Jul,   30 July – 4 August.
Duration: 7 days
Number of People: 5

27 Jul
Horse riding one day tour for 4 pax

Driver will pick you up and head to horse riding destination. you will have 4 horses and one horse guide. at the end of your tour you will visit local restaunant.

 30 Jul
Tbilisi – Badiauri – Bodbe Monastery – Sighnaghi 

You will start your adventure in Georgia by exploring the Kakheti region, famous for its diverse wine and cuisine. First, you will visit a local bakery in Badiauri to learn how to bake traditional shoti bread. It will also be an opportunity to try traditional Georgian cheese. 

Next, we will visit the famous Bodbe Monastery, one of the important pilgrimage sites in Georgia, and Sighnaghi, a charming little town full of 18th-19th-century architecture and fantastic views. 

Finally, we will head to the picturesque town of Sighnaghi. We may also have time to visit Sighnaghi Museum to see paintings by Niko Pirosmani. We will also stroll the ramparts surrounding the town, before heading to a cozy, family-owned winery for a late dinner.
Overnight near Sighnaghi.
Driving distance: 120 km

31 Jul
Sighnaghi – Gurjaani Kveltatsminda – Khareba Winery – Nekrisi Monastery – Gremi Castle – Telavi 

After breakfast, you will continue sightseeing in Kakheti. You will take a short stroll to Gurjaani Kveltatsminda – the only extant double-dome temple in Georgia. You will also explore Khareba winery and its famous manmade wine tunnel. 

In the afternoon, you will continue to the picturesque Nekresi Monastery, which spoils visitors with one of the prettiest views in Georgia. Time permitting, you will also visit the nearby Gremi Fortress – a 16th-century architectural monument housing a royal citadel and the Church of the Archangels.
Dinner and overnight in Telavi.
Driving distance: 115 km

1 Aug
Telavi – Kvetera Monastery – Zhinavali Reservoir – Ananuri Fortress – Gudauri Panorama – Stepantsminda

Today, you will leave Kakheti and head to Kazbegi National Park in the Greater Caucasus. On the way, you will stop at the turquoise-roofed Kvetera Monastery and the medieval Ananuri Architectural Complex. 

For lunch, you will try the famous khinkali from Pasanauri village. Later you will continue to the Gudauri Panorama to look down at the spectacular Devil’s Gorge. Finally, in the afternoon, you will reach Stepatsminda village. Here you will visit one of the most iconic sites in the country – the Gergeti Holy Trinty Church perched at the foothill of Mount Kazbegi.
Overnight in Stepantsminda.
Driving distance: 180 km

2 Aug
Stepantsminda – Juta Valley – Stepantsminda

Today, we will venture into the Valley of Juta to try one of the most spectacular hikes in Kazbegi National Park. The round-way hike starts at the picturesque Juta Village and takes visitors to the foot of Mount Chaukhi. The most difficult is the initial stage of the trail, which involves a relatively steep, 1-kilometer-long ascent. Later, the path becomes more even, and the hikers can enjoy a beautiful walk through a majestic mountain valley. The valley is famous for its alpine meadows, roaring rivers, and crystal-clear waterfalls. On our hike, we will aim to reach an alpine lake, Tine, perched at the foot of Chaukhi. Time permitting, we will also enjoy a nearby waterfall. In the afternoon, we will return to Stepantsminda. Overnight in Stepantsminda.

Trail parameters: 8 km / 4 hrs / moderate level/ min. elevation 2168 ma.s.l./ max. elevation 2560 m.a.s.l. (the trail can be extended up to 16 km)
Driving distance: 40 km

3 Aug

Stepantsminda – Turso Valley – Stepantsminda

After breakfast, you will leave Kazbegi and head to Truso, a spectacular mountain valley famous for its alpine landscape and colorful travertines. 

Your hike will start near Abano Mineral Lake. You will pass a couple of isolated villages and monasteries. You will also visit the ruins of the Zakagori Fortress, offering a lovely panoramic view of the valley. An evening return to Stepantsminda. Overnight in Stepantsminda.

Trail parameters: 12 km / 4 hrs / moderate level/ min. elevation 2122 m.a.s.l./ max. elevation 2238 m.a.s.l. (the trail can be extended up to 24 km)
Driving distance: 50 km

4 Aug
Stepantsminda – Mtskheta – Jvari Monastery – Tbilisi 

On the last day of our journey, we will head to Mtskheta – the first capital of Georgia enlisted on the UNESCO World Heritage List. We will visit the 11th-century Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, the medieval Samtavro Church, and the archeological excavations from Roman times. For lunch, we will stop at a charming local winery. 

In the afternoon, we will stop at Jvari Monastery to admire the iconic view of Mtskheta. Return to Tbilisi. The end of the tour. Driving distance: 170 km

The price includes: 

1. Transfers
2. English-speaking guide 
3. Accommodation with breakfast ( 2 double room and 1 single room)
4. Accommodation for driver and guide
5. Lunch in winery in Mtskheta
6. Bread baking in Badiauri 

Not included: 

1. Khareba winery visit (they have different packages, so you can pick up one and pay directly to the museums
2. Visits to museum in Sighnaghi and Gremi Castle (better to keep it flexible in case someone won’t be interested or we will be short on time) 
3. Lunches and dinners (we will provide you with recommendations) 🙂 
4. Tips
5. Anything not mentioned in the itinerary.