Weekend in Georgia: 4-Day Tour from Tbilisi

Are you thinking of a weekend in Georgia and wondering if it’s a good country for a break destination? This tour should give you what you want if visiting Sakartvelo for two or a little bit more than two days. Whether you are planning your Georgia weekend or have the trip booked, our four-day itinerary promises an unforgettable weekend in Georgia.

What's included:

Private airport transfers
Private tours for each day
English-speaking driver and comfortable vehicle
Hotel accommodation
Daily breakfast
Travel Insurance

What isn't included

Flight tickets
Lunch and dinner

Prices

1-person trip - from $470
2-person trip - from $520
3-person trip - from $630
4-person trip - from $810

Hotels

Hotel Orion / Astoria Hotelb / Iveria inn / Ramada by Wyndham

Day 1: Arrival in Tbilisi and Transfer to a Hotel

Overnight in the Tbilisi hotel

Upon arrival at Tbilisi International Airport (TBS), you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Tbilisi city center, which takes approximately 25 minutes by car.

Day 2: Old Tbilisi city and Mtskheta city tour

Overnight in the Tbilisi hotel

10:00 - Our exploration starts in Old Tbilisi, on the left bank of the Mtkvari River. First, we’ll head to the Avlabari district to see the biggest cathedral in Georgia, the Trinity Church, locally known as Sameba. Continuing our exploration, we’ll stop by the Metekhi Church and the statue of King Vakhtang Gorgasali for a beautiful view of Old Tbilisi.Walking down the hilly street, we will visit Europe Square and Glass Bridge. We’ll also admire the views of the city over the river when taking a cable car to the Narikala Fortress, on the right bank. It was a royal residence with palaces, churches, and baths. This place offers a spectacular view. As an option, you can hike up to Narikala Fortress

13:00 - While descending, you’ll have time to wander the narrow streets and grab some lunch.

14:30 - Transfer to the ancient capital of Georgia - Mtskheta. The city was founded in the 1st century BC and served as the capital for eight centuries up to the 5th century BC. Mtskheta's landmarks are UNESCO world heritage spots. When you visit Sveritskhovali Cathedral, you will have a chance to see the greatest relic of the Georgian Church - the Heaton of Lord and Jvari Monastery atop the mount offering breathtaking views over the city.

Departure time: 10:00 AM

Return time: 6:00 PM

Day 3: Jinvali-Ananuri-Gudauri Tour

Overnight in the Tbilisi hotel

Winter: Ski Season - November till the end of March

Summer

Departure time: 10:00 AM

Return time: 6:00 PM

Today, we’ll travel to Gudauri, hidden in the Great Caucasus Mountain Range, 120 km north of Tbilisi, at over two thousand meters above sea level.

Along the way, we’ll stop by Zhinvali Dam and Lake to admire views, take pictures and simply walk along the banks of the lake. You will also have a chance to take advantage of the open-air market to buy souvenirs. After that, we’ll head to the Ananuri Castle Complex, dating back to the 16^th century. We’ll explore the Church of the Virgin and the Church of the Mother of God.

You'll have time for lunch at 1:00 PM. We’ll depart then from the Ananuri region and head up to the Gudauri ski resort. Popular winter activities include skiing, snowmobiling, and snowboarding. In summer, you can hike or bike to popular mountainous destinations. Horse riding and paragliding are a big thing too.