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Top 10 Sightseeing Tours in Akhaltsikhe, Samtskhe-Javakheti Region
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. 8-Day Private Tour around Georgia
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
One of the ancient countries with thousands of years of cultural traditions and heritages offers visitors an unique experience and adventure. Georgia has been the silk road country and the fact that it is located on the edge of the Europe and Asia means that Georgian culture, cousine and everything else is the best blend of several civilizations with local, indigenous culture. Our roundtrip Georgia tour starts in the capital city, continues in the oldest winemaking region – Kakheti. After degustation of Georgian wines, you will travel to Mtskheta, an ancient capital of Georgia, and then to mountainous town Kazbegi. After mountains, travel to the 1st Millenia BC and explore carved caves of Uplistsikhe. You will also take a tour in Western Georgia, visit Kutaisi and UNESCO World heritage monuments as well as Martvili and Okatse Canyons. The roundtrip tour’s last destination region is Samtskhe-Javakheti where you will enjoy with medieval fortresses, castles and cave monasteries.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Professional Guide for 8 Days, 3 Overnights at 3-star hotels in Tbilisi, 1 Overnight at a guesthouse in Kvareli, 1 Overnight at a guesthouse in Kazbegi, 1 Overnight at 3-star hotel in Kutaisi, 1 Overnight at a guesthouse in Akhaltsikhe, Entrance Fees for all sights included in the itinerary, 2 Airport Transfers , All Wine Tasting including in the itinerary
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By NomadGrandma
TrekGeorgia customized three sightseeing days for our three generations of family (including a 4- and 6-year-old) built around a few days at two different resorts. Leaving from Tbilisi, we went into the wine region, framed by the beautiful Caucasus Mountains. It was a perfect combination of fun (winery, horseback riding, climbing towers, easy hikes), culture (monasteries, museum), and spectacular scenery – all this amid the pandemic. Dimitri, our guide and driver, couldn't have given us a better experience. He was knowledgeable, patient and solicitous with the kids, and super dependable. We really enjoyed his company! It was our second visit to Georgia and we feel very comfortable and safe there. The people we met were friendly and welcoming. We are sure to return and would definitely consider arranging other tours with TrekGeorgia. Thank you, Dimitri and Nutsa (our guide on the previous visit)!
2. 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!
3. 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!!
4. Borjomi, Rabati, & Vardzia Tour in Private
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We provide the best service with the best price in Georgia. You'll spend a day exploring Natural mineral water in Borjomi, Human history marks in Varzia Caves & feel the kingdom life in Rabati.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By lwa05dam
We took a tour with “Fab Georgia” travel from Tbilisi to Gudauri. We agreed with Fab Georgia that we would take the tour and be dropped at our hotel in Gudauri and we would not return with the trip to Tbilisi. We were told this would be no problem and we paid upfront. We also confirmed that we would be dropped at the hotel in Gudauri in writing by Whatsap. The tour was “ok”, we visited a small fort and tasted honey by the side of the road. However, when we arrived in Gudauri at the ski resort the driver refused to take us to the hotel making an excuse that it was not possible to take the mini van to the hotel. We knew this was ridiculous as we had already passed the hotel with the same mini van on the way to the mountain. Our hotel was only a 5 minute drive away. We called our hotel and they also confirmed to the driver that the road was clear and this was communicated to the driver. We called Mari, a manger at Fab Georgia, we explained the situation and she refused to help us and laughed at us that we would have to find our own transport from the mountain with our luggage. We managed to find the guide (who was with other guests skiing at this point). He was very helpful, completely understood the situation and after a few calls he said that in the circumstances Fab Georgia should pay for a taxi to take us to our hotel if the driver is refusing. The tour guide managed to find a taxi for us and he paid for it. We thought this was the end of the matter. However, after arriving at our hotel my partner began to receive a torrent of abuse from Mari, a manager at Fab Georgia by Whatsap voice recording. She was saying that we must pay for our own taxi and said that she was calling the police. We responded and explained the situation and reminded her of the agreement we had made and forwarded her the earlier messages where the agreement is clear. She responded 10 minutes later to set out our hotel name and that the police would now be coming to arrest us. This was very threatening. I am an English lawyer by profession however, I do not speak a word of Georgian or Russian and my partner was terrified. We waited but the police did not come to our hotel to our knowledge. The failure to drop us at our hotel appears to have been initially caused by the driver, however, the extreme escalation and threats of arrest by the police by Mari was unbelievable. I hope no other tourists are threatened like this in the future and I would recommend that people avoid Mari and Fab Georgia at all costs.
5. 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
6. 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!
7. Virtual tour to Georgia
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4.8 based on 4 reviews
Due to Corona virus outbreak, borders are closed. We wanted to give chance all who are interested with travelling to our beautiful country travel virtually with symbolic fee, which will save our business. All our customers will received special discount on all our tours if they decided to travel to Georgia with us. Time zone +4 UGT
Inclusions: Virtual slideshow with audio guide
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8. 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.
9. Vardzia - Rabati - Borjomi · Full Day Private Tour · Trending Georgia
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1.0 based on 1 reviews
Private tour from Tbilisi. With transportation provided by a dedicated guide to provide commentary. Visit the Borjomi resort to taste the famous mineral waters. Move onto the 9th-century Rabat Castle and Fortress in Akhaltsikhe and the cave city of Vardzia.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Professional art historian guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Lunch, Landing and facility fees
Reviewed By lovingportugal125
We had a great day on the Kakheti Wine Tour , We tasted a lot of good Wines ,had a nice ride in the countryside , had some stops at the roadside to explore a little part of Georgia . A god lunch in Sighnaghi were we also tried some fruits at the market, we also visited a beatiful monastery, The guide Micha(l) was great and spoke very good english, one of our best days in Georgia.
10. 6 days Svaneti private tour ( Mestia, Ushguli, Varzia-hiking)
First of all, this must be their area of interest to travel to this beautiful region. Secondly, I am a professional as a driver, guide, hiking guide and know how to care about my guests. Also: 1. Beautiful natural scenery 2. Ancient tower villages with an uniques style towers in the world. 3. lots of hiking options in the mountains. 4. Place is save and well built 5. 2 ski resorts in the region 6. Very interesting regional museum in Mestia. 7.All kind of guests are welcome in every region of Georgia, including Svaneti
Inclusions: Private transportation
Exclusions: everything, but Transportation, guiding and the guide`s night stay charges is paid by the customer.
Reviewed By Extraordinary259130
If you are traveling to Georgia and want to hire Koba as a guide but he is busy, reschedule your trip for when he is available. He is that good. I am just now finishing a 21 day solo trip with Koba that ranged from the east to the black sea and everything in between. Koba's knowledge of the country is encyclopedic, his good humor never wained and his enthusiasm never faltered. I have traveled extensively and because of Koba, this is one of my best trips. This is my unqualified recommendation.
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