Duration: 8 -10 hours
Tour programme : Tbilisi – Ikalto – Alaverdi – Gremi – Nekresi – Kindzmarauli – Khareba – Tbilisi
A trip to one of the largest regions of Georgia – Kakheti, which is the Cradle of winemaking. Kakheti is famous not only for its wine, but also for many architectural monuments. Add to all of the above the warm welcome of the local population, and you will immediately get into the taste of traveling in this part of Georgia.
Visit to the medieval academy of Ikalto. Currently, the complex has a functioning church, where the relics of its founder, Zenon Ikaltoeli, are exhibited for worship. As well as in Gelati, the monastery had its own academy built in the XII century, under King David IV and was one of the cultural centers of Georgia. The famous philosopher Arsen Ikaltoeli taught there, one of whose students was the great poet Shota Rustaveli. The majestic temple has the oldest wine cellar in Georgia.
Visit to Alaverdi Monastery. The cathedral was founded in the 6th century. Joseph of Alaverdi, the monastery complex is surrounded by a fortress wall (XVII century), and inside its territory there are three-story chambers – the residence of the bishop, a brick palace (built in 1615 by the ruler of Kakheti Peykar Khan), a bathhouse, a wine cellar (marani), cells of monks . Alaverdi Monastery was one of the most important centers of Georgian education. One of the old manuscripts was copied here – the Alaverdi Gospel (1054), which is now stored in the National Center of Manuscripts. Alaverdi Cathedral has been submitted for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Visiting the castle of Gremi – Gremi strikes the imagination with its size, as well as the amazing insight of its architects. The castle is considered the pearl of the wine region of Kakheti and it is no coincidence that it is listed as the point of every sightseeing trip around the region. Gremi is an architectural ensemble and consists of the Church of the Archangels Michael and Gabriel, a bell tower, a three-story palace and a wine cellar (marani). The complex is surrounded by a wall with towers and embrasures, where the remains of a secret underground passage leading to the river are still preserved. This is all that remains of the once flourishing ancient capital of Kakheti.
Visit to Nekresi Monastery – an ancient monastery complex in Kakheti, located in a picturesque place, right on top of a mountain, from where a breathtaking view of the Alazani Valley opens. Many centuries ago, there was once the town of the same name Nekresi, the ruins of which can be seen from the height of the monastery. The general view of the church and the interior decoration are quite ascetic. The monastery complex combines several monuments of Georgian architecture, among them there are three temple buildings. In addition to spreading the faith and teachings of Christ, the monastery was an important scientific and educational center of the region.
Lake Ilya was named after the great Georgian writer and public figure Ilya Chavchavadze. It is located in the valley of the Durudzhi River, in the unique Kindzmarauli microzone. Great place to stay for many locals and travelers coming to Georgia. At the disposal of tourists – a beautiful park, an amphitheater, cozy cafes and restaurants. Here you can have a great rest, do various sports, have fun and go boating, enjoying the beautiful scenery.
Visit to the winery “Kindzmarauli”. The plant is the main producer of the famous brand of wine. The company owns three-quarters of the vineyards of the Kindzmarauli microzone, several wine storages and wine shops, a restaurant and a tasting room on the territory of the plant. Kindzmarauli wine ferments naturally, but the process is interrupted before it is completed by cooling the juice containers. Therefore, it retains the natural sweetness and aroma of Saperavi grapes, unlike other semi-sweet wines where sugar is added. The program includes wine tasting.
Visit to the Khareba Winery. The winery is known to many thanks to its unique wine cellar in Kvareli, which is cut right into the rocks of the Caucasus Range. The constant temperature throughout the year is between 12 and 14 degrees, which is ideal for wine stored in oak barrels, as well as for already bottled wine. The total length of the cut tunnels is more than 7 kilometers. There is also a museum sector here – this is a real marani with clay kvevri. Here you can taste the brightest varieties of Georgian wines, the famous Georgian chacha and the famous cognac.
*If you wish, you can organize:
- 1 – 2 hour walk in nature;
- Picnic in nature or a feast in a peasant family (Lunch, Dinner with organic products) (If desired, with an overnight stay);
- Cooking master classes: “Churchkhela”, “Khinkali”, “Khachapuri”, …. and various other national dishes (if desired, with a feast);
- Master classes on cooking Kakhetian kebabs “Mtsvadi” and Bread “Shoti” on the vine (if desired, with a feast);
- Visit to the pottery master class for the preparation of “Kvevri” (Jugs for wine made of clay) and other artisans. (if desired, with a feast and with folk songs performed by a folklore ensemble (professionals));
- Feast in the peasant “zaot” (mini-factory “Chacha”) (If desired, with folk songs performed by a folklore ensemble (professionals))
*If you wish, you can combine programs: 1. Kakheti – “Sun and Wine” 2. Kakheti – “Mountains and Wine”.
The price of excursions $ ( US Dollars)
From 20 USD
The price depends on the number of people and varies(±) from 20 USD to 40 USD.
Price Includes: Transport, Service of professional guide.
The cost of each excursion is discussed individually.
For more information, do not hesitate to call or write Viber / WhatsApp +995 599 25 65 19 or in mail : info@georgiavoyage.ge
*Timetables : on request
| Nomber of persons | 1-3 per | 4-8 per | 9-19 per | 20-40 per |
| Mode of transport | Sedan | Minivan | Minibus | Bus |
*The tour programs are based on our experience and the opinions of our completely different customers. These are semi-finished circuits, whose programs can be easily redone. Add or subtract the number of excursion days. Sort or redo the excursion day, change the sequence, the duration, prices …
Every day excursion is a stand-alone destination. It is the separate route with the calculation of the distance and the comfortable movement between the excursion points. Each tour and each itinerary is examined at the time of the request. Also, at the desire of the tourists, they can change the already booked and paid program.
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