Amazing 10 Days tour Around Georgia from Tbilisi All inclusive

Georgia packs an astonishing range of scenery into one country: snowy Caucasus peaks, cave monasteries, wine villages, and the Black Sea. This 10-day private tour takes you from Tbilisi through nearly every major region, including Kazbegi, Kakheti, Vardzia, Kutaisi, Svaneti, and Batumi.

I like the practical all-in-one setup, with nine hotel nights, private transport, entrance fees, Wi-Fi, and most meals covered. I also like the food and wine focus, especially the qvevri wine museum, Tsinandali, and the chance to taste regional cooking instead of staying only in Tbilisi.

The trade-off is pace. Several days cover long distances with many stops, and Day 8 in Svaneti combines Ushguli, a glacier walk, a museum, and a ski resort. This is a strong choice for seeing a lot, but not for a slow holiday.

Key points to know before booking

• Tbilisi to Batumi in 10 days: The route covers eastern, central, western, and northwestern Georgia.
• Private transport: Your group travels in an air-conditioned vehicle rather than joining a large coach.
• Food is part of the experience: Ten breakfasts, ten lunches, and six dinners are included.
• David may be your guide: The tour feedback specifically names David as the guide.
• Mountain days require energy: Gergeti, Ushguli, Chalaadi Glacier, Okatse Canyon, and Kinchkha all involve uneven ground or walking.
• Four dinners cost extra: Alcoholic drinks are also excluded from the $850 price.

What $850 buys you across Georgia

At $850 per person, this tour offers a lot for a 10-day private trip. The price covers three-star accommodation for nine nights, private transportation, airport transfers, Wi-Fi on board, entrance tickets, taxes, breakfasts, lunches, and six dinners.

That is useful in Georgia, where moving between regions can be awkward without a car. You are not left arranging separate drivers for Kazbegi, Kakheti, Vardzia, Kutaisi, Svaneti, and Batumi. The tour also removes the need to track museum and attraction fees at every stop.

Still, read the meal details carefully. Breakfast and lunch are covered each day, but dinner is included only six times. You need to budget for four additional dinners, plus alcoholic drinks. The exact hotels are not named, so anyone who cares strongly about room style, location, or facilities should ask before paying.

The private format is a major advantage for families and friends. You get your own group rather than sharing the vehicle with strangers, and group discounts are available. The schedule is fixed enough to cover the main sights, but private transport should make short stops and photo breaks easier to manage.

Tbilisi begins with old walls and new design

The opening day gives you an easy introduction to Tbilisi. Start at Rike Park, on the Mtkvari River, then cross the Bridge of Peace toward the old city. The park has an unusual design based on a map of Georgia, while the modern bridge creates a sharp contrast with the older streets nearby.

From there, Narikala Fortress gives you one of the city’s best high viewpoints. Its walls date from different periods, with the earliest fortress connected to the fourth century. You can look over the river, the old rooftops, the sulfur bath district, and the Botanical Garden.

Abanotubani is worth slowing down for. This historic quarter brings several religious traditions close together, including Georgian, Armenian, and Catholic churches, a mosque, a synagogue, and an Ateshga, or Zoroastrian fire temple. That mixture tells you more about Tbilisi than a quick monument stop can.

The day ends at Mtatsminda Amusement Park, high above the capital. The funicular, Ferris wheel, cafés, and city views make this a lighter finish after the fortress and old town. Admission to the park is listed as free, but rides and other personal purchases may not be included.

Kazbegi brings the first great mountain views

Day 2 follows the Georgian Military Highway toward Kazbegi. The first stop is Zhinvali Reservoir, a brief viewpoint stop with blue water and mountain slopes. Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble follows, with churches, towers, carved stonework, and the Aragvi River nearby.

Ananuri is one of the best early stops because it combines scenery and architecture without requiring a long hike. The Church of the Assumption has carved facades and traces of frescoes, while the surrounding walls show how important this route was.

At Gudauri, the Russian-Georgian Friendship Monument adds a different kind of interest. Its colorful Soviet-era mosaics depict Georgian figures, farmers, stories, and communist symbols. The view is the main draw, but the monument itself is a reminder that Georgia’s recent past is complicated.

Gergeti Trinity Church is the day’s major prize. It sits at about 2,170 meters above Stepantsminda, with Mount Kazbegi nearby. The church is one of Georgia’s most recognizable sights, but weather can affect the view. Keep a jacket handy, even in warmer months.

The final stop is Gveleti Waterfall. This adds a short nature walk to an already full day. You should expect uneven ground and sensible footwear. The route is scenic, but the combination of driving, mountain roads, church time, and waterfall walking makes Day 2 fairly demanding.

Kakheti mixes monasteries, royal forts, and qvevri wine

Day 3 turns east toward Kakheti, Georgia’s leading wine region. Ujarma Fortress, once connected with the early capital of Kakheti, offers a quiet start. Its fifth-century setting feels more remote than the polished sites closer to Tbilisi.

The Gombori Pass provides a mountain crossing and a chance to try herbal tea. Alaverdi Cathedral then brings you to one of the country’s great religious buildings. The eleventh-century cathedral rises prominently in the Alazani Valley, and the monastery’s roots reach back to the sixth century.

The Twins Wine Cellar is especially useful for anyone curious about Georgian wine beyond the bottle. The museum explains qvevri, the large clay vessels traditionally buried in the ground for fermentation and storage. You can see wine-making tools, grape information, old photographs, and large cutaway vessels.

Batonis-Tsikhe Fortress in Telavi was the home of Kakhetian kings. The complex includes royal buildings, churches, a bath, gates, and defensive walls. Tsinandali Palace then shifts the focus from kings to the Chavchavadze family, whose estate became a center for Georgian cultural life.

The palace complex includes a memorial house, garden, winery, cellar, hotel, and café. Wine tasting is an important part of the visit, especially because Tsinandali wine was first produced here. Kakheti is the part of the tour where you get the clearest connection between food, wine, family estates, and Georgian identity.

Sighnaghi and Mtskheta show Georgia’s spiritual side

Day 4 begins at Bodbe Monastery, associated with Saint Nino, who helped bring Christianity to Georgia. The monastery sits near Sighnaghi and remains an important religious site. Dress respectfully, as you should at all Georgian Orthodox churches.

Sighnaghi’s medieval wall gives you a short but memorable walk above the Alazani Valley. Only part of the wall is open for walking, so this is more of a viewpoint stop than a long fortification hike. The Sighnaghi Museum adds local art and archaeological displays, including work connected with Georgian painter Pirosmani.

The route then reaches Jvari Church, perched above Mtskheta at the meeting point of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers. The sixth-century church is on the UNESCO World Heritage list and has one of the finest settings in the country.

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta is another essential stop. The eleventh-century building served as Georgia’s main religious center for centuries and contains important Christian relics and royal tombs. These churches are not simply old buildings. They remain active places of worship, so quiet behavior and modest clothing matter.

Uplistsiche Cave Town finishes the day with a very different kind of site. Rooms, passages, and chambers were carved into rock above the Mtkvari. The footing can be uneven, and the exposed setting offers little shade, so water and good shoes are sensible.

Vardzia and Rabati reveal southern Georgia

Day 5 is one of the most dramatic, but also one of the longest. Vardzia is a vast cave monastery connected with King George III and Queen Tamar. The site stretches through a cliff face, with rooms and passages cut into the rock.

The local legend says the name came from Tamar calling out I am here, uncle after becoming lost in the cave complex. The story adds warmth to a place that can otherwise feel severe and monumental. Allow time for steps and uneven surfaces.

Rabati Castle in Akhaltsikhe shows a different side of southern Georgia. Its complex includes a medieval castle, churches, a palace, gates, and defensive walls. The mixture of architectural styles reflects the region’s position between Georgian, Ottoman, and other cultural spheres.

Borjomi Central Park provides a gentler finish. The resort town is famous for mineral water, and the park gives you a chance to sample the local setting after two substantial historical sites. The surrounding Borjomi-Kharagauli area also has walking routes, though this tour does not promise a long national park hike.

Kutaisi combines caves, monasteries, and city time

Day 6 moves west. Prometheus Cave is the main attraction, with stalactites, stalagmites, underground water, stone curtains, and petrified waterfalls. A boat ride on an underground lake may be available as part of the visit, though conditions can affect cave activities.

Tskaltubo is known for mineral water and its former resort tradition. The stop is brief, so think of it as a regional introduction rather than a full spa visit.

Gelati Monastery is one of Georgia’s major cultural sites. Its churches, mosaics, and frescoes reflect its former role as a religious and educational center. King David the Builder is buried in the monastery yard. Allow extra patience here if conservation work or restricted areas affect what you can see.

Kutaisi’s Royal District provides a little urban breathing room. The area around the White Bridge and nearby streets is suited to a short walk before the next day’s outdoor stops.

Western Georgia is the most active stretch

Day 7 is built around canyons and waterfalls. Okatse Canyon has a 780-meter hanging walkway through forest, ending at a panoramic viewpoint. If heights make you uneasy, this may be the day’s main challenge.

Kinchkha Waterfall adds more walking and natural scenery. The site includes two waterfalls and a canyon, and swimming is mentioned as possible. Conditions, footwear, and weather will matter, so do not assume a relaxed pool day.

Martvili Canyon offers a short boat trip along the Abasha River. The water route is around 300 meters each way, with steep rock walls and clear views along the channel. The schedule lists Martvili twice, which appears to be a duplicated entry rather than two separate attractions. Confirm how much time is actually planned there.

This is a good day for people who like active sightseeing. It is less suitable if you prefer museums, cafés, and long unstructured breaks. Wear shoes that can handle wet or uneven ground.

Svaneti brings Georgia’s highest villages and glaciers

Day 8 is the tour’s most ambitious mountain day. Ushguli is a community of four villages at roughly 2,060 to 2,200 meters, near Mount Shkhara. Chazhashi is protected as a museum area and forms part of the UNESCO-listed Upper Svaneti site.

LaMaria Church gives you a close look at medieval Svan religious architecture. The setting is as important as the building, with high mountain scenery around the village.

Back near Mestia, Hatsvali Ski Resort offers views toward Ushba and the town. The Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography fills in the human story with icons, manuscripts, weapons, jewelry, textiles, and household objects.

Chalaadi Glacier requires the most effort. The glacier reaches into a forest zone and sits at about 1,850 meters. The listed stop lasts three hours, so expect a proper walk rather than a roadside photo. Day 8 can be rewarding, but it is not a rest day. Ask about walking conditions and transport timing if you have limited mobility.

Batumi closes the route with sea air and gardens

Day 9 shifts from high mountains to the Black Sea coast. Shekvetili Dendrological Park covers about 60 hectares and includes local and exotic plants. It gives you a calm change of pace after Svaneti.

Batumi Boulevard follows the coast with cafés, restaurants, fountains, sculptures, and family amusements. It is a pleasant place for a short walk and a look at Batumi’s mix of sea-front leisure and modern architecture.

Gonio Fortress adds Roman and Byzantine history near the Turkish border. The stone walls and towers cover a large area, and the site is older than most of the fortifications seen earlier in the tour.

The final day goes to Batumi Botanical Garden, around nine kilometers from the city center. It stretches along the coast from sea level up to about 220 meters and contains plants from different parts of the world. The garden is a fitting final stop because it combines walking, coastal views, and Georgia’s subtropical climate.

A Batumi boat trip is also included in the package, although the supplied schedule does not assign it a specific day or duration. Confirm when it will happen.

Who should book this Georgia tour?

I would choose this tour if you want maximum coverage with minimal planning. It suits first-time visitors, families or friends traveling together, and anyone who wants mountains, wine, monasteries, caves, museums, and the coast in one booking.

I would hesitate if you want long mornings, independent meals, or several nights in each place. The route is full, and some days involve long drives followed by walking. Svaneti and Vardzia especially reward stamina.

The strongest parts are the range of regions, private transport, included tickets, and food focus. The main cautions are the demanding schedule, unspecified hotels, four dinners at your own cost, and the need to clarify the Batumi boat trip and the repeated Martvili entry.

You can cancel for a full refund up to three full days before the start time. After that point, the paid amount is not refunded.

FAQ

Where does the tour start and finish?

It starts in Old Tbilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia, and ends back at the meeting point.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates, and private transportation is provided.

How many hotel nights are included?

Nine nights in three-star hotels are included.

Which meals are included?

The package includes ten breakfasts, ten lunches, and six dinners. Dinner is not included on four days.

Are entrance fees included?

Yes. Entrance tickets for museums and attractions, along with fees and taxes, are included.

Are airport transfers included?

Yes. Airport transfers are included.

Are alcoholic drinks included?

No. Alcoholic drinks are excluded.