Amazing 10 Days tour Around Georgia from Tbilisi All inclusive

Georgia rewards the curious. This 10-day circuit links high Caucasus peaks, medieval churches, wine country, caves, and the Black Sea in one private trip from Tbilisi. I like the mix of nature and culture, and I like that transport, entrance fees, hotel nights, airport transfers, breakfasts, lunches, and six dinners are built into the $850 price.

The trade-off is the pace. You cover a remarkable amount of ground, including Kazbegi, Kakheti, Vardzia, Kutaisi, Svaneti, and Batumi, so several days involve long drives and tightly timed stops. I would also confirm the final transport plan before paying, since the route finishes in Batumi while the meeting information says the activity ends back at the Tbilisi starting point.

Key things to know before booking

• Private travel for your own group: You are not placed in a large shared coach, and private transportation is provided.
• Nine hotel nights included: Accommodation is in 3-star hotels, with breakfast each morning.
• Georgia’s food is part of the experience: Ten lunches and six dinners are included, while four dinners and alcoholic drinks are extra.
• The route reaches Ushguli and Chalaadi Glacier: These are among the most demanding and memorable mountain stops.
• Many major sights have no separate admission charge: Included tickets mainly cover museums and paid attractions such as Uplistsiche, Vardzia, Rabati Castle, caves, and gardens.
• The final route needs clarification: Day 10 is in the Batumi area, but the stated end point is Old Tbilisi.

Why this 10-day Georgia tour offers good value

At $850 per person, this tour asks you to judge value by what it removes from your travel workload. Nine nights in 3-star hotels, private transport, WiFi on board, airport transfers, entrance tickets, all ten breakfasts, all ten lunches, and six dinners are included.

That is a strong package for a route crossing much of Georgia. You are not simply paying for sightseeing. You are also paying for a driver, route planning, hotel arrangements, and help with the practical parts of moving between distant regions.

The word all-inclusive needs a small footnote. Four dinners are not included, and alcohol is extra. You should also confirm whether optional activities, such as a boat ride inside Prometheus Cave, carry a separate charge. The supplied details say you have a chance to take that boat tour, but they do not clearly list it among the included tickets.

This trip suits you best if you want a ready-made route rather than a slow stay in one city. It is less suitable if you prefer late mornings, long café breaks, or several free afternoons. The schedule is packed by design.

Tbilisi begins with old lanes and modern views

The opening day gives you a useful first look at Tbilisi. At Rike Park, on the left bank of the Mtkvari River, you begin beside one of the city’s newer public spaces. Its paths are designed in the shape of a map of Georgia, a clever detail to notice before crossing the Bridge of Peace toward the Old Town.

Narikala Fortress is the day’s great viewpoint. Its walls overlook the river, the sulphur-bath district, and much of central Tbilisi. The fortress has roots reaching back to the fourth century, with later walls built in several periods. Admission is free, but the uneven ground and hilltop setting call for sensible shoes.

Abanotubani brings you into Tbilisi’s sulphur-bath quarter. In a compact area, you can see Georgian, Armenian, and Catholic churches, a mosque, a synagogue, and an old Zoroastrian fire temple. That concentration gives the district more meaning than a quick photo stop.

Mtatsminda Amusement Park closes the day above the city at about 770 meters. You have two hours here, with cafés, picnic areas, rides, a funicular, and a large Ferris wheel. The main reward is the broad view over Tbilisi. Since the park is listed as free admission, check whether rides or the funicular cost extra.

Kazbegi delivers the first mountain drama

Day 2 follows the Georgian Military Highway toward Kazbegi. At Zhinvali Reservoir, you stop for a short look at the dam and blue-green water. The 30-minute visit is brief, but it breaks up the drive.

Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble is more than a stone wall. The 17th-century complex includes churches, towers, a bell tower, a spring, and defensive walls beside the Aragvi River. Carved façades and surviving frescoes reward a closer look, so use the full 45 minutes rather than rushing straight back to the vehicle.

The Russian Georgian Friendship Monument at Gudauri is colorful and unmistakably Soviet in style. Its mosaics show Georgian figures, farmers, stories, and communist symbols. The panorama is quick to see, but the open mountain setting makes it an easy photo stop.

Gergeti Trinity Church is one of the trip’s signature sights. The church sits at about 2,170 meters above the village of Gergeti, with Mount Kazbegi above it. Two hours allows time for the church and the surrounding views, though conditions in the mountains can affect what you see.

Gveleti Waterfall adds a short nature walk near Stepantsminda. The name means place of snakes in Georgian, a memorable bit of local detail. This day combines several short stops with a major mountain destination, but it is also one of the days when road time will be substantial.

Kakheti turns history into wine

Day 3 moves into Kakheti, Georgia’s best-known wine region. Ujarma Fortress, a fifth-century stronghold and former capital of Kakheti, offers a quieter historical stop than the country’s famous cathedrals. Its connection with King Vakhtang Gorgasali gives the ruins a strong place in Georgian history.

At Gombori Pass, you pause for views and Gios herbal tea. The stop is only 30 minutes, so treat it as a scenic break rather than a full walk.

Alaverdi St. George Cathedral rises dramatically from the Alazani River valley. The present cathedral dates from the first half of the 11th century, while the monastery’s earliest structures reach back to the sixth century. At up to 50 meters high, it is described as Georgia’s tallest cathedral.

The Twins Wine Cellar explains Georgia’s traditional qvevri method. The museum includes large pitcher displays, old photographs, grape information, a winepress, and a collection built over 15 years. Three 500-liter qvevri have been cut open and covered with glass, allowing you to see how these vessels are made and used.

Batonis-Tsikhe, or the Master’s Fortress, was the residence of Kakhetian kings in the 17th and 18th centuries. Its churches, palace, royal bath, gates, and defensive wall show how a royal residence also served military needs.

Tsinandali Palace gives the day a more refined finish. Prince Alexander Chavchavadze made the estate a center of Georgian cultural life. The grounds include a memorial house, garden, winery, cellar, hotel, and café. Wine production has resumed, and the visit includes a chance to taste Tsinandali wine, first produced by the Chavchavadze family.

Sighnaghi and Mtskheta reveal Georgia’s spiritual side

Day 4 begins at Bodbe Monastery near Sighnaghi. The complex is linked by tradition to the burial place of Saint Nino, who played a major role in Georgia’s adoption of Christianity. The three-nave basilica and monastery setting make this a calm counterpoint to the busier historical sites.

Sighnaghi’s medieval wall once included more than 20 towers. Only a short section is open for walking, but the view toward the Alazani Valley is the reason to make the climb. Fifteen minutes is not much time, so ask your guide where the accessible wall section begins.

The Sighnaghi Museum houses archaeological objects, art, and changing exhibitions. It also displays work by Niko Pirosmani, one of Georgia’s best-known painters, who was born in the Kakheti region. This is a small but worthwhile cultural stop.

At Jvari Church, you look across the meeting point of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers toward Mtskheta. The sixth-century monastery is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site and occupies a hilltop with an important connection to Georgia’s early Christian story.

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta continues that story. The 11th-century church has served as a major religious center for centuries. Its complex includes a gate, bell tower, fortifications, and clerical buildings, while the cathedral interior is associated with sacred relics and royal burials.

Uplistsiche Cave Town changes the mood again. This rock-hewn settlement east of Gori includes remains from several periods, with some nearby archaeology connected to the early Bronze Age. Expect uneven rock surfaces and exposed walking routes. The one-hour visit is short, but it gives you a clear sense of how people carved homes, halls, and religious spaces into stone.

Vardzia and Borjomi make a long southern day

Day 5 is anchored by Vardzia, a cave monastery complex built under King George III and Queen Tamar. The site stretches along a cliff face, with rooms, passages, and religious spaces cut into the rock. Three hours is appropriate here, especially if you want to appreciate the scale rather than hurry through a few chambers.

The name is tied to a story about the young Tamar calling out to her uncle, with the Georgian phrase meaning I am here, uncle. The story adds a human touch to a place that can otherwise feel austere and monumental.

Rabati Castle in Akhaltsikhe fills another two hours. The old Rabati district includes a 14th-century castle, a late medieval fortress church, an 18th-century palace, and the Church of Saint Marine from 1865. The complex reflects the different rulers and religious traditions that shaped this border region.

Borjomi Central Park finishes the day with mineral water and a change of pace. Borjomi is a resort town known for its springs, while the nearby Romanov Palace and routes toward Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park add wider context. Since this is another long-distance day, you should expect the schedule to feel full.

Kutaisi brings caves, monasteries, and old streets

Prometheus Cave is one of the strongest nature stops in western Georgia. Inside, you find stalactites, stalagmites, curtains, petrified waterfalls, underground rivers, and lakes. The cave system contains six caves with different shapes and sizes, and a boat trip on an underground lake may be available.

The two-hour stop should be comfortable for the main cave route, but confirm the boat’s operating conditions and price if that part matters to you. Cave visits can also involve walking on damp or uneven surfaces.

Tskaltubo is known for mineral water and old spa traditions. The stop is brief, so you will get an introduction rather than a full treatment experience.

Gelati Monastery, 11 kilometers from Kutaisi, was a major religious, educational, and cultural center. Its main buildings date from the 12th to the 17th centuries, and its mosaics and frescoes are the main reason to pay attention inside. King David the Builder is buried in the monastery yard.

Kutaisi’s Royal District gives you a short introduction to the historic center around the White Bridge and nearby streets. One hour is enough for a walk, though you should not expect a full city tour at that pace.

Western Georgia rewards you with canyon walks

Day 7 is built around three natural sites. At Okatse Canyon, a 780-meter hanging walkway passes through historic forest and leads to a panoramic platform. The phrase walking in the sky is not far off, since much of the route hangs above the gorge.

Kinchkha Waterfall adds two waterfalls and a canyon at about 1,000 meters. The area is presented as suitable for hiking, swimming, and camping, but the tour gives you a two-hour stop rather than an overnight stay.

Martvili Canyon offers a boat ride along a 300-meter section of the Abasha River. The water route gives you a different view of the rock walls than the walking paths. The schedule lists Martvili twice, both for two hours, so confirm whether this is a duplicate entry or extra time at the same site.

These stops suit you if you enjoy short hikes and outdoor scenery. Wear practical walking shoes and bring a light layer. The itinerary does not specify the exact difficulty of each path, so ask the operator if anyone in your group has mobility concerns.

Svaneti reaches the tour’s highest point

Day 8 is the most ambitious day on paper. Ushguli is a community of four villages at roughly 2,060 to 2,200 meters, near Mount Shkhara. Chazhashi is protected as a museum area and UNESCO World Heritage site.

The Lamaria Church, a medieval Georgian Orthodox church, gives Ushguli its spiritual focus. The setting is powerful, but the remote mountain location means this is not a casual urban sightseeing stop.

From there, Hatsvali Ski Resort provides views toward Ushba and Mestia. The Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography adds essential context through icons, manuscripts, weapons, jewelry, pottery, textiles, and objects showing traditional life in the region.

Chalaadi Glacier is scheduled for three hours. It reaches down into the forest zone and is fed by several mountain streams. This is one of the trip’s best chances to feel the scale of the Caucasus, but the walk and mountain conditions deserve serious attention.

The combination of Ushguli, Hatsvali, the museum, and Chalaadi Glacier makes Day 8 unusually full. Ask exactly how the transport is arranged between these places and how much walking is expected. The itinerary gives stop lengths, but not the total driving time or trail conditions.

Batumi closes the route beside the Black Sea

Day 9 shifts from mountain Georgia to the coast. Shekvetili Dendrological Park covers 60 hectares and contains local and exotic plant species. It offers a quiet change after the demanding Svaneti day.

Batumi Boulevard follows the seafront with cafés, restaurants, beach bars, children’s rides, fountains, sculptures, and more than a century of history. You get only an hour, so this is a short orientation rather than enough time to explore Batumi properly.

Gonio Fortress is a Roman-built military site from the first century AD. Byzantine and Ottoman periods followed, and the rectangular complex once had 18 towers, with older accounts giving a higher number. The walls and scale make this a worthwhile history stop near the coast.

Day 10 visits Batumi Botanical Garden, about 9 kilometers from the city center. The garden covers roughly 108.7 hectares along the coast and includes plants from different parts of the world, as well as native Colchian forest species.

The route information finishes here, in the Batumi area. Yet the stated meeting details say the activity ends back at Old Tbilisi. That is the most important practical point to settle before booking. Ask whether a return drive to Tbilisi is included, whether the tour ends in Batumi, and how airport transfers fit into the plan.

Food, hotels, and the daily rhythm

Food is one of the tour’s strongest features. Ten breakfasts and ten lunches are included, along with six dinners. Georgian cooking is a major part of the trip, and the route gives you regional settings for wine and meals, especially in Kakheti.

You should budget for four dinners and all alcoholic drinks. That is not a serious problem, but it means the tour is not fully prepaid in the way the label might suggest.

The 3-star hotel category keeps the price reasonable, but it does not promise luxury. Ask for the hotel names, room arrangements, and locations before departure. The private vehicle and WiFi on board matter more here than fancy lodging, since so much of the trip is spent moving between regions.

Past feedback praises the guide named David for being professional and well-informed. The strongest praise centers on the food, the scenery, the comfort of the excursions, and the feeling of seeing both famous and less familiar places. One person particularly enjoyed Ananuri for the way its fortifications brought the past to life.

Who should book this tour?

I would choose this tour if you have ten days, want to see a broad sweep of Georgia, and prefer private transport with a fixed plan. It is especially good for first-time visitors who want Tbilisi, Kakheti, the Caucasus, ancient religious sites, western caves, Svaneti, and Batumi without arranging each segment themselves.

I would hesitate if you want a gentle holiday. The route is packed, several stops are short, and the mountain sections may involve demanding roads or walks. The itinerary also needs clarification around the Batumi finish, the repeated Martvili entry, optional cave activities, and the four dinners not covered.

Should you book it?

Book it if variety and convenience matter more to you than free time. For $850, the included transport, hotels, meals, tickets, WiFi, and airport transfers make this a strong-value way to cover a surprisingly large part of Georgia.

Before confirming, get the final route in writing. Confirm the hotel locations, the Batumi to Tbilisi plan, the Martvili schedule, and any optional boat costs. If those details suit you, this is a spirited, food-filled, mountain-to-sea introduction to Georgia, with enough history and scenery to keep each day distinct.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 10 days.

Where does the tour start?

The stated starting point is Old Tbilisi in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Does the tour include private transportation?

Yes. Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle is included, with WiFi on board.

Is accommodation included?

Yes. The package includes nine nights in 3-star hotels.

Which meals are included?

Breakfast and lunch are included for all ten days. Dinner is included on six days. Dinner on four days and alcoholic drinks are not included.

Are entrance tickets included?

Entrance tickets for museums and attractions are included, along with all fees and taxes. Several listed outdoor sights have free admission.

Are airport transfers included?

Yes. Airport transfers are included.

Is this a group tour or a private tour?

It is a private activity, meaning only your own group participates.

Does the tour visit Batumi?

Yes. The route includes Batumi Boulevard, Gonio Fortress, and Batumi Botanical Garden, as well as Shekvetili Dendrological Park.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least three full days before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than three full days before the start are not refunded, and late changes are not accepted.