Location: Akhaltsikhe
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Akhaltsikhe (Georgian: ახალციხე [ɑxɑltsʰixɛ], literally "new castle"; formerly known as Lomsia) is a small city in Georgia's southwestern region (mkhare) of Samtskhe-Javakheti. It is situated on the both banks of a small river Potskhovi, which separates the city to the old city in the north and new in the south.
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1. Medieval Kingdom of Georgia Full-Day Private Tour to Vardzia - Rabati - Khertvisi from Tbilisi
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Discover South part of Georgia’s four most visited sights including volcanic Lake Paravani, Rabati Castle, Khertvisi fortress and medieval Cave complex Vardzia during a memorable Private or Small Group Day Trip departing from Tbilisi. This regions and places are significant in many respects: unique natural conditions contributing to the specific micro climate and landscape, historical context and diversity of cultural heritage. Join Tour to visit Vardzia cave complex which rises high atop a cliff where amazing views can be captured and stop for lunch during free time around the river Mtkvari. Also possible to explore the walls of Rabati Castle and then observe colorful landscape of Akhaltsikhe from the highest tower.
Inclusions: Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle, Live commentary on board, Professional art historian guide, Bottled water
Exclusions: Museums Entrance fees, Food and drinks
Reviewed By Sharon P
What an amazing tour. My husband and I met at their office and we were welcomed by the team and offered a glass of famous Georgian wine. Our 'Get your Guide' guide, Tico was very knowledgeable and friendly. Her English was exceptional and she explained all the history of the sights we visited. There was time to stop for photo's and take in the various views of the city. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who loves finding out local history and want to know more about the city. It was a great introduction to Tblisi and I would take it at the start of your trip. We met some lovely people from around the worl in our small group. Our trip finished at a craft wine bar/shop and we learnt about why wine is important to Geogians and got to taste many too. It was a pleasure to listen to it explained so passionately. Dress for the weather and wear comfy shoes!
2. Borjomi, Rabati castle & Cave town Vardzia From Tbilisi
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Outside of Tbilisi, Georgia sightseeing offers up a cocktail of history, culture, and natural wonders. See three top regional attractions in a day: Discover Borjomi mineral springs, Vardzia cave town, and Akhaltsikhe (Rabati castle) . • Visit the top attractions of the area. • Travel with experienced and safe drivers. • Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour from Tbilisi. • Learn about the area’s history and culture as you go.
Inclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Professional guide
Exclusions: Food and Drink
Reviewed By Mccs24
Great tour to a few wineries in kekheti. Safe and comfortable driving. Wine country was a highlight of our two weeks in Georgia. Goga and his team were great with suggestions and organizing the trip. Thanks guys!
3. Private tour Tbilisi-Vardzia-Rabati-Borjomi-Tbilisi
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
During this day, we visit contrasting sites of several historical eras. A professional guide and safe driver with comfortable car, take you to the adventure in the south part of Georgia. We start our trip at 08:30. Our driver and the guide pick you up from the hotel. We have three destinations to visit in southern Georgia : Vardzia cave complex, Rabati castle and Borjomi. We start our journey with Vardzia, which is a cave dating back to 12th century, excavated from the slopes of the Erusheti Mountain. We go on the way to Rabati Castle, that is a medieval castle complex of Asian style in Akhaltsikhe. Built in the 13th century, Rabati castle developed under the influence of different cultures over subsequent centuries and this is reflected in its architecture. Our last destination is Borjomi. Borjomi is a hydro-thermal health spa resort in the southern region of Samtskhe-Javakheti in Georgia. Borjomi has an international reputation for its geothermal spring mineral water resources.
Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop-off, Guide service, Transportation by private vehicle, Bottle of water
Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance fee of Rabati Castle, Entrance fee of Vardzia complex, Entrance fee of Borjomi Central Park
Reviewed By lmreichow
This is more than a review: this is the story about how I fell in love with Georgia, its people and everything that turned an unpretentious trip to a foreign country into something extraordinary, including the awesome team of Gamarjoba Tours. These guys will go above and beyond to accommodate all your needs and make you feel at home... And when I say that, I really, REALLY mean it - Georgian hospitality at its best! Tata, our amazing blue-haired tour guide, couldn't be recommended enough. As she led our way through snowy mountains and wine glasses, Tata became an instant friend and made the whole experience even more special :) It was trully an unforgettable trip and I can't wait to go back!
4. Rabati-Vardzia-Green Monastery Private Day Tour
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
You will see and feel Georgian culture, traditions, architecture and enjoy that unique travel experience.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Professional Guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Exclusions: Entrance Fees, Food and Drinks
Reviewed By Lori_Conklin
We just returned from TBilisi, and Megi made sure everything went perfectly. We had my 18 yo daughter who was born in TBilisi, myself, and her 3 grandparents 74, 76, and 80! Teimiraz was the BEST guide and Melvud was an excellent driver. We didn’t have to worry about anything. From picking up and taking to the airport, to dinner recommendations and reservations, everything was managed so well! We loved our trip and can’t wait to return! I highly recommend this company!!
5. Borjomi-Rabati Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Rabati-Borjomi private tour offers you a unique opportunity to visit various historical sites, the amazing Borjomi National Park, where you can try the legendary volcanic water Borjomi and visit the most beautiful ancient fortress of Rabati, built in the 9th century.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Entrance of Rabati Castle, Entrance of Borjomi Park, Entrance of Museum in Rabati
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Ahmad2234
After seing capital Tbilisi , we moved totally different place from there. it's only 2 hour drive from Tbilisi , but you feel you are on different planet. This big Caucasian mountains was very beautiful. I suggest everyone if you come here in Georgia do not miss opportunity to visit Kazbegi
6. One-day tour to Vardzia CaveTown,Rabati Castle and Borjomi from Batumi, Kobuleti
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Our tour to three destinations of Vardzia, Rabati and Borjomi offers you a unique opportunity to visit contrasting sites of several historical eras within just a day! As mostly tourists do not have time, we made it possible to visit these sights in one day! You have an opportunity to visit: Vardzia is the legendary cave town of Queen Tamar, which will not leave you indifferent and will surprise you with its scale. Rabati is the largest fortress with towers, museums, a mosque, a church, etc. Borjomi, where you can stroll through the park and drink healing water directly from the source. Please notice that this option offers the driver with basic English without a guide. But it is possible to take guide on the spot in Vardzia and Rabati. All together for 30 euros for all group. If you need guide, we kindly ask you to let us know. Lunch can be organized in the local restaurants. Entrance tickets is about 8-10 euro Per Person Dress code is sport, casual, sport shoes. Please Welcome!!!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By luizaadamidze
Thank you Ramazi and all the team for making our holiday in Svaneti unforgettible! Trip to Svaneti was something very unique! Ushguli is the nicest place we have ever seen! recommend to everybody! very nice driver RAmazi
7. Borjomi - Rabati -Vardzia Private Full Day Tour from Tbilisi
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Samtskhe-Javakheti is a region in southern Georgia. Its administrative centre is Akhaltsikhe. Nature is surprisingly diverse and breathtaking. You will be able to see: rivers, ravines, canyons, lakes, coniferous and deciduous forests. It is also rich in minerals. Samtskhe-Javakheti is the ideal place for those who love nature and adventures. Itinerary: - Borjomi Central Park, most remarkable virtues of Borjomi are its striking nature and unique mineral waters. One of the best places to experience this is the “Mineral Water Park” of Borjomi. - Rabati Castle is a popular attraction of Akhaltsikhe. In 2012, it was reconstructed and strengthened. Rabati Castle has a powerful fortress wall, four towers with spiral staircases, an observation deck, and buildings. - Incredibly beautiful medieval cave city Vardzia, which was built in the 12th century by Georgia’s greatest ruler -Queen Tamar, is located in Georgia’s southern Samtskhe-Javakheti region, 60km from Akhaltsikhe.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Entrance tickets for Museums, Dinner, Lunch
Reviewed By Martin74294
It was amazing! I’m still sharing my impressions with family and friends, cause these 10 days was entire emotions. Culture, cuisine, the most famous ant not very know sights - I explored it all! But i still got something to discover, so I’m planning to come back.
8. Trip to vardzia rabati khertvisi from borjomi
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
you will se after your booking ;) Chopra travel is a company which offers quality and unforgettable tours. Go crazy with Chopra travel. Our tours include rafting , horse riding , accommodat
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By shakom2019
We meet nikusha when we been in borjomi he offer day trip to cave town vardzia all day we been happy we saw green monastery, rabati fortres, khertvusi fortres, vardzia and hot spring. After the long day he invit at home and make georgian supra witch was wonderful
9. Tour to Vardzia from Tbilisi (Vanis Kvabebi, Khertvisi, Sapara, Rabati, Borjomi)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Private full day tour to Vardzia includes visiting southern Georgia's unique cave city and monastery Vardzia built in 12th century that is the most picturesque monument of medieval Georgia, Vanis Kvabebi cave monastery from the 8th century, fortress of Khertvisi built in the 2nd century BC and destroyed by Alexander the Great, Sapara Monastery from at least the 9th century in a green forested canyon distinguished by its pink and yellow stones, cultural and historical complex Rabati that is a symbol of tolerance established in the 9th century and balneological resort Borjomi, well-known with its mineral waters that dates back to the 1850s. Private tour to Vardzia is suitable for people who enjoy visiting medieval caves, castles, churches and exploring breathtaking Georgian nature. Total drive 540 km (335 miles).
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance fee to Rabati is 2.5$, Entrance fee to Vardzia is 3$, Entrance fee to Borjomi Park is 1$.
Reviewed By sergok130
Perfect place for recreation. Everyone knows that nature in Georgia is very beautiful, people are kind and hostible, churches are very old. But i wanna notice that there are very nice and comfortable hotels in Racha. If you visit this place once, you will have a desire to visit it again and again! Recommend everyone!
10. Vardzia, Rabati, and Borjomi from Tbilisi
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4.7 based on 3 reviews
Taking from Tbilisi a one day-tour to Vardzia is an amazing opportunity for an unforgettable experience of your time in Georgia. On the way to this magnificent ancient cave town, which was built in rocks, you will enjoy nature and discover a completely restored Rabati fortress in the town of Akhaltsikhe. Don’t miss the chance to visit one of the most prominent historical sights of the South Caucasus.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Entrance fee to Vardzia (15 GEL per person), Entrance fee to Rabati fortress (15 GEL per person)
Reviewed By SimplyKeiden
Alexi was a great guide and he was very knowledgeable. The tour made me understand Georgian culture more and the views I was able to see were breathtaking.
