1 Day Kakheti Private Tour

Summary

09:00 Pick up from the Rustaveli Metro station 11:00 Arrive to Uplistsikhe (literally “Lord’s Fortress“) is an abandoned rock-hewn town The place was founded in the late Bronze Age, around 1000 BC, and continued to be inhabited until 13th century AD 13:30-15:00 lunch in a Georgian traditional restaurant 15:20 Jvari monastery Translated as “The Monastery of the Cross”. Jvari is a 6th Century Monastery that is, coincidentally, in the shape of a cross. It is located on a mountaintop with a great view of the meeting between the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers as well as the entire city of Mtkskheta. 16:20 Svetitskhoveli Cathedral- Arguably the most well-known cathedral of Georgia. The original church was built in 4th century A.D. during the reign of Mirian III of Kartli (Iberia). 18:20 Chateau Mukhrani Wine Tour- tour of the Georgian royal family estate, built in the 19th century by the heir of the royal family, Ivane Mukhranbatoni. The chateau is filled with unique wine cellars, and surrounded by breathtaking gardens. You can discover much here about Georgian wine-making and the history of the royal family. 19:30 Drop off, meeting place

Tour info

Duration
10 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Drive through “Gombori Pass” endless turns where you meet small idyllic villages, magnificent sceneries of Alazani valley, Caucasus Mountains, panoramic views, sheep flocks and ancient forests. Visit amazing house museum of Prince Alexandre Chavchavadze, 2nd largest church in Georgia- “Alaverdi”,which astonishes all the visitors with its amazing architecture. We will visit village Napareuli which is worldwide known as one of the most distinguished winery micro zone. Wine producing of ''Twins Wine Cellar in Napareuli'' is based on the oldest Kakhetian method, such as producing wine in Qvevri. In 2013, UNESCO added the traditional Georgian method of making wine in kvevris to it’s list of intangible cultural heritage. Our last tour destination is “Gremi”. The architectural ensemble of Gremi in the look that it has up to present day was built in the 16th century in the times of King Levan of Kakheti, who announced Gremi the capital of the Kingdom of Kakheti.

What’s included?

  • All Fees and Taxes

  • Bottled water

  • Private transportation

  • 4WD car from Kazbegi to Gergeti church ( 4 USD per person)

  • Alcoholic Beverages

  • Lunch

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 10h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Eco Travel

About operator:

,, ECOTRAVEL ”- was established in 2010 and is working with foreign tourists.
Experienced and knowledgeable employees are providing top level service for foreign visitors, to enjoy every single second of their trip. Our main goal is to share Georgian culture and traditions to travelers and increase the awareness of the country in the world, as one of the most mesmerizing travel destinations.

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