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ONE DAY TOUR IN KAKHETI – MOUNTAINS AND WINE

Presentation of the guided tour subjects
During the trip you will plunge into the past of the Kakheti region, which is the Cradle of Winemaking. Visit ancient cities, monasteries and wineries. Enjoy the mountain landscapes and green valleys. Tastings, beautiful views and stories await you. Get ready to admire, listen, taste and take lots of photos.
You will discover all the famous places of Kakheti: the ruins of an ancient educational institution, the graceful monastery complex, the first capital of the Kakheti kingdom and the ancient atmospheric monastery on the mountain above the Alazani Valley. Excursions to wineries and wine tastings with an introduction to the secrets of making this drink.
The visited Attractions:
•  Alaverdi Cathedral, impressive in its antiquity and architectural beauty;
•  Gremi Castle – the Lost Capital of the Kakheti Kingdom, a magnificent example of medieval architecture,
•  Nekresi Monastery, lost in the mountains, one of the most visited tourist sites in Georgia;
•  Painted Lake Ilia, which offers peace and tranquility;
•  Kindzmarauli Historical Winery, the oldest and largest wine producer in Georgia;
•  The unique tunnel of Khareba Winery, a national landmark.
*In case of desire, it is possible to organize:
•  Hiking between 1 – 2 hours, for all levels of difficulty;
•  Picnic on the nature or feast in a peasant family (Lunch, Dinner with organic products) (If desired, with an overnight stay);
•  Master classes in the preparation of “Churchkhela”, “Khinkali”, “Khachapuri”, …. and other national dishes (if desired, with a feast);
•  Master classes in the preparation of Kakhetian barbecue “Mtsvadi” and “Shoti” bread on the vine (if desired, with a feast);
•  Visit the pottery workshop “Kvevri” (clay jugs for wine) and other artisans. (if desired, with a feast et with folk songs performed by a folklore ensemble (professionals));
•  Visit the peasant “zaoti” (“Chacha” mini-factory) (if desired, with a feast et with folk songs performed by a folklore ensemble (professionals))
•  If desired, you can combine the programs: 1. Kakheti – “Sun and Wine” and 2. Kakheti – “Mountains and Wine”.
Organizational details:
• The price of excursion depend on the number of people and varies (±) from 20 USD to 40 USD.
• The cost of each excursion is discussed individually.
• For more information, please contact us  – Viber/WhatsApp +995 599 25 65 19 or mail: info@georgiavoyage.ge
• The duration of the excursion depends on the desires of visitors (on average from 8 to10 hours)
*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

                             

Included/Excluded

  • The appropriate type of Transport
  • Service of professional guide

Tour Plan

Itinerary: Tbilisi - Goombori - Alaverdi - Gremi - Nekresi -Lake d'Ilia - Kindzmarauli - Khareba - Tbilisi

Gombori Pass is a kind of portal that introduces you to the world of ancient Kakheti. The pass is striking in its beauty, and when planning routes around Kakheti, it is worth considering visiting. The road to Gombori passes through places of fabulous beauty and its views can even compete with the roads of the famous mountainous regions of Georgia.

Visit to the Alaverdi Monastery.  An outstanding example of medieval Georgian architecture. Despite repeated destruction, the architectural ensemble has preserved its original outlines. Brick bishop's palace, bathhouse, wine cellar (marani), monks' cells, a unique vineyard, where 104 varieties of grapes are collected. 

Visit to Gremi Castle.  The castle is considered the pearl of the Kakheti wine region. The ensemble consists of the Church of the Archangels, a bell tower, a three-story royal palace, surrounded by a wall with towers and embrasures, where the remains of a secret underground passage leading to the river are still preserved. The fortress offers breathtaking views of the Greater Caucasus.

Visit to Nekresi Monastery. An ancient monastery complex located in a picturesque place, at the very top of the mountains, in the embrace of green forests. Many centuries ago, there was an ancient city of the same name, Nekresi, the ruins of which can be seen from the height of the monastery. The Monastery Complex offers a breathtaking view of the Alazani Valley.

Lake d'Ilia - Located in the valley of the Duruji River, in the unique microzone of Kindzmarauli. An excellent place to relax for many locals and travelers, an opportunity to have fun and ride a boat, enjoying the beautiful scenery.

Visit to the "Kindzmarauli" winery. The winery is the main producer of the famous brand of wine. The company owns three quarters of the vineyards of the Kindzmarauli microzone. The program includes wine tasting.

Visit to the "Khareba" Winery. The winery is known to many for its unique wine cellar in Kvareli, which is carved directly into the rocks (7 kilometers) of the Caucasus Range. Constant temperature throughout the year is an ideal condition for storing wine. The program includes wine tasting.

*The tour program is based on our experience and the opinions of our completely different clients. These are semi-finished schemes and programs that can be easily reworked.

Each  itinerary and attraction are discussed at the time of the request. In order to protect our work and our rights, the developed exclusive itinerary and reception points are provided only for real buyers.

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