About this experience
You've probably heard of the famous wines of Kakheti. Imagine this - out of the 800 grape varieties in the world, around 500 are found in Georgia, and almost half of the Georgian varieties are grown in Kakheti! In a one-day car journey to the Kakhetian kingdom, you will explore the historical and religious landmarks of the region, enjoy magnificent views, ancient architecture, and, of course, taste the legendary wines.
What to Expect
Discovering Beautiful Kakheti
I will tell you the history of each place you visit, you will learn about the life of the Kakhetians, grape cultivation, and wine production. We will talk about the famous primitive artist Niko Pirosmani, who was born here. I will also take you to the estate of the Chavchavadze princes in Tsinandali, where Alexander Griboyedov first met the love of his life - Princess Nino Chavchavadze and later got engaged to her. One of the chapters of "Woe from Wit" was written here, so visiting the estate will give you a glimpse of the special atmosphere of the 19th century. In the New Shuamta Monastery founded in the 16th century by Queen Tinatin, the wife of Kakhetian King Levan, you will hear captivating stories of palace intrigues, see a depiction of the earliest version of the Bagrationi coat of arms, and the miraculous icon of the Hakhul Virgin. Additionally, in the birthplace of Valiko Konstantinovich Mizandari (Mimino), you will see a stunning 1000-year-old plane tree in the sunny city of Telavi, where people often make wishes or take photos as souvenirs.
Program
- Departure from Tbilisi from your place of stay.
- Gombori Pass.
- New Shuamta Monastery.
- Telavi city.
- Visit to the "Kindzmarauli" wine corporation or another winery of your choice.
- Royal fortress Gremi (16th c.), located approximately 20 kilometers from Telavi. The architectural complex, together with the Archangels' church, impresses with its grandeur and strict magnificence.
- Nekresi. Monastery on the mountain, where there used to be a whole city.
- Tsinandali. Chavchavadze Estate-Museum.
- Lunch optional.
- Return to Tbilisi.
Organizational Details
- The specified price includes: comfortable car, driver's services, guide, and fuel costs.
- Lunch, museum entrance tickets, and wine tasting are not included in the price.
- Due to the program's intensity and the route's length, to fully cover it, the tour should start no later than 8:00 am. The meeting point is your place of stay.
- I conduct the tour along with my team of guides.
- Individual cost calculation is possible depending on the increase in participants.
- The total route length is 320 km. The excursion takes the whole day and lasts at least 13-14 hours including the road trip.
- Lunch with a jug of wine will cost you approximately 10-12 euros per person.
Anna
June 22, 2024
A wonderful trip to Kakheti in the company of Galina and Dmitry! The perfect balance of historical facts and memorable curious facts about Georgia, its inhabitants, and peculiarities. The whole day passes in one breath, leaving the feeling that you have truly discovered Georgia, Kakheti. You feel ge...
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Alice
May 8, 2019
My mom and I went on a tour on May 4. We want to thank Galina and Dmitry for the wonderful tour in Kakheti! We were very impressed, both by the tour itself and by Galina and Dmitry, who are wonderful, pleasant people to talk to about any topic. Dmitry's sense of humor is just amazing)) and added eve...
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Olga
April 9, 2019
Thank you very much to Galina and Dmitry for a wonderful day in Kakheti! Galina is a guide with extensive knowledge of Georgian history and the ability to present it in an accessible way. The program will appeal to people interested in the history of Georgia and beyond. The sites were carefully sele...
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