About this experience
On this journey, you will visit the homeland of famous Georgian wines in sunny Kakheti. Walk through the atmospheric streets of Sighnaghi and overlook the Alazani Valley, where the grape variety Saperavi is grown. Visit the monastery where Saint Nino, the enlightener of Georgia, is buried. Discover wine traditions in the region's capital Telavi and taste the wines.
What to Expect
Manavi and Badiauri. The first stop in Kakheti includes two villages where you will taste homemade wine, Georgian Snickers - Churchkhela, and "Dedas Puri" bread that you can bake yourself in a traditional bakery.
Photogenic Sighnaghi. Stroll through the stone streets of this "Italian" town surrounded by ancient walls and towers. Admire the wooden balconies, panoramic views of the Alazani Valley, and learn about the history of Sighnaghi, built by King Irakli II in the mid-18th century.
Monastery of Saint Nino in Bodbe. A place of special significance for our people. This is where the Christian enlightener of Georgia is buried. Explore the complex, delve into the ancient history of the country, and appreciate the beauty of the monastery courtyard.
Telavi. In the capital of Kakheti, listen to stories about the famous rulers who lived here. See the thousand-year-old oak tree. Visit a wine cellar for a tasting of Georgian wine and learn about the technology of its production in special vessels called qvevri.
After lunch at a restaurant, return to Tbilisi via the picturesque Gombori Pass.
Organizational Details
- The excursion is held in a comfortable Mercedes minibus with a professional driver and guide
- The program includes free tastings of wine, Georgian brandy, honey, and chacha
- Additional expenses: lunch - 25-30 lari per person
- Your guide for the excursion will be me or another guide from our team
Anastasia
October 26, 2024
The tour was excellent - lots of diverse activities and a good guide, comfortable bus. The group was international - which is always interesting, it gave me a chance to meet tourists from different countries.
Anastasia
October 19, 2024
Today I want to share my impression of the trip to Kakheti, which took place on October 18, 2024. Let's start from the very beginning, which is that the organizer sends the wrong location of the car, well, okay, as we arrived half an hour earlier we had time to find it. Next, I want to mention that ...
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Olya
September 24, 2024
The tour started with the fact that they still waited for us, even though we were late and arrived last. It's nice and I express my sincere gratitude. The journey was well thought out and quite comfortable. Interesting facts and a wonderful wine cellar.
