Tour from Tbilisi to East Georgia: Kartli, Kakheti, Samtskhe

See the ancient capital of Mtskheta, the merger of Aragvi and Kura and plunge into a rich history

Want to see Georgia in all its glory – from sacred monasteries to snow-capped peaks, from wine valleys to cave towns? Then this multi-day tour from Tbilisi to Georgia is exactly what you need.

We will pass through the main historical regions of the country - Kartli, Kakheti and Samtskhe. You will find ancient cities, shrines, natural wonders, legends and Georgian hospitality, which is felt in every look and every toast.

This tour combines the most popular destinations: an excursion to Mtskheta from Tbilisi, a trip to Kazbegi along the Georgian Military Road, wine Kakheti and the legendary Vardzia. The best part is in one route!

Mtskheta and Jvari Monastery – the ancient soul of Georgia

Our journey begins with a sightseeing tour of Tbilisi and its surroundings, after which we go to the ancient capital - Mtskheta. Here, at the confluence of the Kura and Aragvi rivers, Georgian civilization was born.

We will visit the main cathedral of Svetitskhoveli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and climb to the Jvari Monastery, from where the legendary panorama opens - the confluence of two rivers and the views sung by Lermontov. This place is called “the second Jerusalem”, and it is not accidental – there is a real spiritual force.

On the Georgian Military Road to Kazbegi

On the second day we will visit Kazbegi from Tbilisi, one of the most picturesque routes in the country. We will drive along the famous Georgian Military Road, where at each turn there are views that take your breath away.

We'll see on the way.

• Zhinvali reservoir is a turquoise miracle among the mountains;
• Ananur fortress is one of the most beautiful in Georgia.
• Gudauri is a famous ski resort;
• Stepantsmindu (Kazbegi) and the church of Gergeti, towering against the background of the sacred Kazbek.

This is the Georgia that everyone who is looking for excursions from Tbilisi to the mountains dreams of – majestic, clean and real.

Kakheti – the land of sun, wine and love

The next two days - immersion in the magical Kakheti, the homeland of wine and kindness. Here, every day begins with the aroma of grapes, and ends with a warm feast and the sounds of a tamad.

We'll visit:

• Bodbe - the monastery of St. Nino with a panorama of the Alazan valley;
• Signaghi - the famous "city of love", where you can get married at any time of the day;
• Kvareli - the legendary wine cellars and the plant "Hareba";
• Tsinandali - the estate of Prince Chavchavadze;
• Telavi is the ancient center of the region with a royal history.

This is an ideal choice for those looking for wine excursions from Tbilisi – here you will taste the best wines of the country, including Saperavi and Rkatsiteli, and learn the secrets of Kakhetian winemaking.

Gori and Uplistsikhe - history carved into the rock

On the third day, a trip to the Kartli region. We will visit the city of Gori, the homeland of Joseph Stalin, and visit the museum dedicated to his life.

Then we will go to the cave city of Uplistsikhe - one of the oldest settlements in Georgia, carved into the rock in the II millennium BC. You will walk through ancient tunnels, see ancient temples and feel the breath of centuries.

This day is a godsend for history lovers and those who are looking for author’s excursions from Tbilisi with unique places.

Samtskhe and Vardzia - the kingdom of legends

The final stage of the tour will take us to the Samtskhe-Javakheti region. On the way we will stop in Borjomi, walk along the embankment and try the healing mineral water directly from the source.

Then we will visit the majestic fortress of Rabat in Akhaltsikhe – an ancient bastion where Georgian, Ottoman and Christian architecture intertwined. And finally - the pearl of the route, the cave city of Vardzia, founded by Queen Tamara.

More than 600 caves carved into the rock of the XII century, underground temples and views of the gorge of Kura – an impression that is impossible to forget. No wonder the excursion to Vardzia from Tbilisi is included in the list of the most popular destinations in Georgia.

 

This route is a real journey through epochs: from antiquity to the present, from spiritual centers to wine valleys. It brings together the most popular excursions from Tbilisi 2025 and shows Georgia the way it is loved – sincere, proud and inspiring.

Why this tour is worth choosing:

• It covers all key regions of Eastern and Southern Georgia.
• Includes places of worship: Mtskheta, Kazbegi, Signahi, Vardzia, Rabat;
• Conducted with a professional Russian-speaking guide;
• Comfortable transport, flexible route and the possibility of individual stops.

The Kartli-Kakheti-Samtskhe tour is not just an excursion, but a grandiose journey through the heart of Georgia: ancient capitals, mountains, wine, legends and inspiration. If you are looking for interesting excursions from Tbilisi to Georgia, this route will be your main discovery of the year!

Organizational details

• The tour is designed for 6 days.
• Accommodation is additionally paid.
• I can offer guests a hotel of my friends in Kakheti in a beautiful place, 30 m from the beginning of the Greater Caucasus Range in a protected forest, with an outdoor pool. Overnight in Akhaltsikhe can be organized in a guest house with all amenities.

Group up to 6. -1000 €

Group up to 16. 2000. €