Day trip

Tbilisi: Kakheti Signagi Telavi Alaverdi Full-Day Tour

Day trip

Tbilisi: Kakheti Signagi Telavi Alaverdi Full-Day Tour

From US$ 95 per person

Experience the region of Kakheti, located in the Alazani Valley. Once upon a time, it was a separate state, but now this region of Georgia is known for its wine making.

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Duration 12 hours
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Russian, English
Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights
  • Visit 10 different places in one day
  • Indulge in a local wine tasting
  • Enjoy breathtaking views
Full description
After being picked up from your hotel at 8:00AM, your first stop will be the Ujarma fortress. It is believed that in the second half of the 5th century, the famous Vakhtang Gorgasali (founder of Tbilisi) erected numerous buildings in Ujarma and moved his residence there. In the 10th century, Ujarma was destroyed by the Arabian forces of Abul Kassim. Later on in the 13th century, the fortress was restored by King George III, where he arranged treasury. Moving on, your tour will continue through the Gombori Pass, which will see you drive to an altitude of 1,650 meters (5,414 feet). At the top you will discover an observation deck, the perfect place for a photo shoot. After a small stop, you will continue your journey through the magical forest, where you will be able to make a wish. The next stop will be to the Alaverdi Monastery. At a height of over 55 meters, the Alaverdi Cathedral is the second tallest religious building in Georgia. You will then visit the city of Telavi, the main city and administrative center of Georgia's eastern province of Kakheti. On the way to Kvareli, you will stop at the Gremi. Standing above the green valley of Alazan, Gremi attracts travelers whose road goes between Telavi and Kvareli. Gloomy and monumental, the castle is one of the most visited tourist points in Georgia. In Kvareli, you will have the opportunity to taste Georgian wines, finding out how they are made. Following your wine tasting, you should find yourself with a new strength. You will then go to the Bodbe Monastery, which is one of the most important religious sites in Georgia. Continuing your trip, you will venture toward Sighnaghi. Its charming cobblestone streets and alleys consist of restored original nouveau woodwork, and detailed facades give the town a romantic mystique. Billed the "City of Love", Sighnaghi is a popular wedding venue. The wedding chapel here was the first to operate around the clock, and put Sighnaghi on the map as a destination. Its marriage chapel now hosts ceremonies which take place at all hours of the day and night.
Includes
  • Door-to-door service
  • Guide
  • Private transfer
  • Lunch
  • Wine tasting
  • Entrance fee

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  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun hat
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Overall rating

5 /5

based on 5 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Service
    4.5/5
  • Organization
    5/5

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August 16, 2021

Very informative and full of history. ALexi my guide is very very knowledgeable of the history of Khakheti. He is very patient and spontaneous in his explanations. The experience from the start to the end was never boring. the programme of the tour ended beautifully in Khareba. From there I learned not only about Georgian wine but also their sweets and traditional bread. I suppose now i understand wine better in the Georgian way. I will never forget this trip. Was all worth it. How the guide showcased the historical sights of Khakheti made the trip so much fun plus yhe comfort accorded to me during the entire journey. what else can i say but big thanks to the friendly.ge team.

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July 20, 2021

The trip was very interesting and educative. Our guide and driver Guram was great, he shows as many interesting sites and also explain a lot about Georgian history. It was a nice trip and I recommend it.

December 15, 2019

Product ID: 209826