
Description
Dive deep into the colors and cultures of the southwestern Georgia, namely Samtskhe-Javakheti and Imereti Regions, with this eight-day tour, designed to visit the best of these regions in a short trip. Explore such attractive towns as picturesque Borjomi with its mineral springs, Akhatlsikhe best known for being home to impressive Rabati Fortress and one of the oldest cities in Europe - Kutaisi. Discover the secrets of monasteries and towns built-in into the rocks and enjoy the beauties of natural treasures.
Highlights
Plunge into the lively atmosphere of Tbilisi and explore its modern architectural masterpieces and attractive Old Town
Visit Borjomi Mineral Water Park and taste the world-famous mineral water from the spring
Make a trip to one of the prominent sights of southern Georgia – a rock-cut monastery Vardzia
Explore fabulous Sataplia Cave that amazes its visitors with numerous stalactites and stalagmites illuminated by colored lamps
Have a trip to Martvili Canyon – a beautiful and extraordinary natural gem located in the west of Georgia

After your arrival at Tbilisi airport, you'll be met by our company representatives and transferred to the hotel. On the way to the hotel, our professional guide will share some interesting information about Georgia with you. Georgia is a country of fantastic landscapes, spicy national dishes, noisy feasts and hot national dances.
Overnight: | Hotel in Tbilisi |
Your second day in Georgia will be devoted to fully exploration of its capital – Tbilisi. Tbilisi attracts with its lively atmosphere, modern and ancient architecture, attractive Old Town and superb eating and drinking opportunities. Your city tour will start with a visit to an open-air Ethnographic Museum where traditional buildings from all Georgian regions are exhibited. Then you will explore the center and the Old Town. Meidani Square, the Assumption Church, Narikala Fortress, the sulfur baths, Mtatsminda Mount and other attractions will be included in the program.
Overnight: | Hotel in Tbilisi |
Meals: | Breakfast |
In the morning you will depart to Mtskheta town located just 25 kilometres north from Tbilisi. This small cozy town is of great importance to Georgian people. Mtskheta once was a capital of Georgia. Nowdays it is an important religious site as it was one of the first Georgian regions to accept Christianity. Mtskheta and its religious monuments are protected by UNESCO. After arrival you will start your tour with a visit to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral – one of the most significant architectural masterpieces of Georgia. Next you will go up the hill to Jvari Temple that stands on the hilltop overlooking the confluence of Mtkvari and Aragvi Rivers. At the end of the tour you will return to Tbilisi that is only 20 km from Mtskheta. After some sightseeing tour around the old city of Tbilisi you will have a trip to Uplistsikhe Cave town. This ancient town, carved in the rock, is one of the first towns in Georgia and it dates back to the end of II the beginning of I millennium BC. Your trip will continue to picturesque Borjomi resort town known for its healing mineral water.
Overnight: | Hotel in Borjomi |
Meals: | Breakfast |
After breakfast you will visit Borjomi Mineral Water Park to taste the world-famous mineral water from the spring. Today Borjomi mineral water is exported to about 30 countries around the world. Your tour will continue to Akhaltsikhe town which is the administrative center of Samtskhe-Javakheti region. Akhaltsikhe is well-known for its Rabat Fortress that has been recently renovated and became the hallmark of the town. Over its centuries-old history, the fortress had undergone many troubles including devastation, desolation, the rebuilding of churches. After the renovation project, the fortress turned into an impressive and very popular tourist attraction that occupies no less than 7 hectares. After the excursion you will continue your trip to the cave town of Vardzia. It is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating sights of Georgia! Vardzia is a town and monastery complex carved into the rock; it is an impressive monument of the 12th-13th centuries.
Overnight: | Hotel in Akhaltsikhe |
Meals: | Breakfast |
The day will start with a trip to Martvili Canyon – a beautiful and extraordinary natural gem located in the west of Georgia. It was discovered quite recently, but thanks to its beauty it has already become truly famous. Tourists from all over Georgia come to see this wonderful place, enjoy the scenery, the waterfalls and take a boat trip in the river. Your trip will continue to Kutaisi – the historical city of Georgia. Kutaisi is beautifully divided into two parts by the Rioni River, the parts are connected by several bridges, among which the White Bridge stands out. First of all, you will visit Gelati Monastery which is a living symbol of Georgia’s Golden Age and is protected by UNESCO. Unique for its mosaics and wall paintings Gelati represents the flourishing mediaeval architecture. The complex comprises a monastery, an academy and a church with one of the most well-preserved frescoes of Georgian iconography.
Overnight: | Hotel in Kutaisi |
Meals: | Breakfast |
After breakfast you will start your tour to Tskhaltubo located not far from Kutaisi. Tskhaltubo is a spa resort known for its mineral springs, stunning nature and sanatoriums. After some walk and impressive photoshoot in the town you will visit Sataplia Nature Reserve known for the pavilion with dinosaur footprints and its karst Sataplia Cave. The cave attracts large number of visitors and is considered one of the most visited one in the country. The total length of the cave is 900 meters, but 300 meters are available for tourists to visit. A truly fabulous atmosphere reigns in the cave due to numerous stalactites and stalagmites that adorn everything around: the floor, walls, ceiling of the cave. The cave is illuminated with colored lamps that make stalactites and stalagmites look even more mysterious and attractive. In the evening you will return to Kutaisi.
Overnight: | Hotel in Kutaisi |
Meals: | Breakfast |
After breakfast you will visit Motsameta Monastery located not far from Kutaisi in a picturesque place on a rocky ledge surrounded by a huge gorge and dense forests. According to the legend, on this place the Muslim invaders executed Georgian princes David and Konstantin Mkheidze who refused to be converted to Islam. Next you will head to Katskhi village to see Katskhi Pillar – a natural limestone monolith which is approximately 40 metres high, and overlooks the small river valley of Katskhura. At the top of the pillar there is a temple built in the 6th-8th centuries. After the tour you will have a transfer to Tbilisi.
Overnight: | Hotel in Tbilisi |
Meals: | Breakfast |
Transfer to the airport, departure.
Meals: | Breakfast |
The tour price includes
Airport transfers
Accommodation in European class hotels for 7 nights
Meals: breakfast
All transfers in air-conditioned/heated vehicles
English-speaking guide/driver service for all days
All admission and tickets fees
3 bottles of water per day (0.5lt.)
The tour price doesn`t include
Flights
Visa fee
Medical insurance
Reviews (5)
Arara tour organized an unforgettable tour in Georgia and I am still thinking of those days with a smile. In my opinion, Georgia is full of incredible sights! In fact, there was a temporary Wi-Fi outage at our accommodation , which was then quickly resolved by very attentive staff.
Thank you again!
Thank you Arara for this incredible tour! Hayku, our tour manager, was always helpful whenever I needed their help. The mineral springs are incredibly relaxing, and soaking in them was a rejuvenating experience. The old Soviet-era sanatoriums are intriguing to explore, offering a glimpse into the past.
Thoroughly recommended!
One of my best decisions this year was to trust Arara organizing my trip. I had the pleasure of
participating in an 8-day tour of the southwestern regions of Georgia.
Firstly I was very pleased with the way Mariam treated each member of our group individually
and greeted us with chocolates at the airport.
The tour was well organized ensuring that we made the most of the short time. One of our stops
was the picturesque town of Borjomi, and we loved the mineral springs. Another of my personal
highlights was Akhaltsikhe Castle with extraordinary architectural solutions.
The tour was a good choice for me as I don’t like capital cities which are always overcrowded,
not to mention Tbilisi heavy traffic, which I simply hated.
I must single out our guide Temo who made the tour even more enjoyable with his interesting
and funny stories about the area.
What I didn’t like was changing so many hotels from place to place. I appreciate this was the
only way of covering the area to the fullest. The whole trip was a truly beautiful experience.
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FAQ
Your Southwestern Georgia Tour in 8 days includes private airport transfers. Upon arrival at the airport, our driver will meet you with a sign displaying your name and take you to your hotel. Transfers are arranged according to your flight schedule, whether you arrive early in the morning or late at night.
Your package includes private airport transfers, but international flights are not included.
Yes! All our vehicles are equipped with air conditioning for your comfort.
Hotel check-in usually starts at 2:00 PM, and check-out is between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM. If you arrive earlier or leave later, you can store your luggage at the hotel.
If you arrive early, we can arrange an extra hotel night for you so you can check in right away.
You’ll stay in comfortable 3-star European-style centrally located hotels, with the option to upgrade to 4-star or 5-star accommodations upon request. In regional areas, accommodations are clean and cozy, offering an authentic experience of local hospitality.
Yes, all hotels offer free Wi-Fi. Some of our vehicles also have Wi-Fi, though coverage may vary in remote areas.
Yes! Please let us know in advance about any dietary restrictions, and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.
We accept payments in USD (U.S. dollars), EUR (euros), GBP (British pounds), AUD (Australian dollars), and CAD (Canadian dollars).
Tipping is not mandatory but is appreciated. If you are satisfied with the service, a typical tip is €10–15 per day for the tour guide and €5–7 per day for the driver. In restaurants, a 10% service charge is often included, but you may leave an additional tip if the service was excellent.
Yes! If your plans change, contact your travel agent via email with your new preferred dates. We’ll check availability and assist with the necessary changes.
All three countries use Type C and Type F plugs (Europlug), so make sure to bring a suitable adapter if needed.
Yes! Your safety is our top priority. We carefully select all destinations and ensure our tours run smoothly and securely.