5-Day History & Wine Package

For Travelers Who Prefer Culture, Wine & Ancient Sites

This 5-day private Georgia package is designed for travelers who are more interested in history, culture, wine, old cities, monasteries, and ancient cave sites rather than long mountain routes.

The itinerary focuses on Tbilisi’s old and modern districts, the wine region of Kakheti, the historical monuments of southern Georgia, and the ancient heritage of Mtskheta, Gori, and Uplistsikhe.

This package is ideal for couples, solo travelers, families, and small private groups who want a cultural and historical experience with a comfortable travel pace.

The package includes private transportation with an English-speaking or Russian-speaking driver. Please note that drivers are not guides. A professional licensed guide can be arranged for an additional fee upon request.

Airport pickup and drop-off are included. All tours start from the hotel and return to the hotel, except when airport drop-off is planned after the tour.

Hotel accommodation, entrance fees, meals, wine tastings, and optional activities are not included unless agreed in advance. Hotel options can be offered upon request.

Day 1 – Arrival in Tbilisi

Upon arrival at Tbilisi International Airport, our driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Tbilisi. After check-in, you will have free time to rest after your flight.

Depending on your arrival time, you can enjoy a relaxed evening in Tbilisi, visit a local restaurant, take a short walk near your hotel, or simply rest before the sightseeing program begins.

Optional evening ideas:

Old Tbilisi Evening Walk
A relaxed walk through historical streets, cozy cafés, wine bars, and colorful old neighborhoods.

Peace Bridge & Rike Park
A pleasant evening area near the river, where modern architecture and Old Tbilisi views come together.

Abanotubani Sulfur Bath Area
The famous sulfur bath district, especially atmospheric in the evening with its brick domes and warm lights.

Overnight in Tbilisi.
Hotel is not included.

Day 2 – Tbilisi Old & New City Tour

After breakfast, your driver will pick you up from your hotel for a private city tour of Tbilisi.

This day combines the historical and modern sides of Georgia’s capital. Tbilisi is a city of contrasts, where ancient churches, old streets, traditional balconies, modern bridges, city viewpoints, and wide avenues create a unique atmosphere.

The tour is perfect for guests who want to understand the character of Tbilisi and see its most important cultural and architectural highlights.

Main places to visit:

Old Tbilisi
The historical heart of the city, known for narrow streets, wooden balconies, colorful houses, traditional architecture, cafés, and wine bars.

Abanotubani Sulfur Bath District
One of the oldest and most famous districts of Tbilisi, known for its natural sulfur baths and brick bathhouse domes.

Narikala Fortress Area
One of the best viewpoints over Tbilisi, offering panoramic views of the old town, the Mtkvari River, and the surrounding hills.

Peace Bridge
A modern glass bridge connecting Old Tbilisi with Rike Park. It is one of the most recognizable symbols of modern Tbilisi.

Rike Park
A modern public park near the river, popular for walking, photos, and views of the old city.

Holy Trinity Cathedral
One of the largest Orthodox cathedrals in the world and one of the most important religious landmarks in Georgia.

Rustaveli Avenue
The main avenue of Tbilisi, home to important cultural buildings, museums, theaters, shops, and city landmarks.

Chronicles of Georgia
A large monument complex located on a hill above Tbilisi. It offers impressive views over the city and Tbilisi Sea.

Return to your hotel after the tour.
Overnight in Tbilisi.

Day 3 – Kakheti Wine Region

After breakfast, your driver will pick you up from your hotel for a private tour to Kakheti, Georgia’s most famous wine region.

Kakheti is known for its vineyards, traditional villages, family wineries, monasteries, mountain views, and warm hospitality. This day is a great opportunity to discover Georgian wine culture, local traditions, and one of the most charming towns in the country.

Main places to visit:

Badiauri Traditional Bread Bakery
Visit a local bakery and see how Georgian bread is baked in a traditional clay oven called “tone.” Guests may also have the chance to taste warm, freshly baked bread.

Bodbe Monastery
A peaceful monastery near Sighnaghi, surrounded by gardens and beautiful views. It is one of the most important religious places in Kakheti.

Sighnaghi
A charming hilltop town known as the “City of Love.” Sighnaghi is famous for cobblestone streets, colorful houses, old city walls, cozy cafés, and beautiful views over the Alazani Valley.

Alazani Valley Viewpoints
Enjoy panoramic views of vineyards, villages, and the Caucasus Mountains in the background.

Optional Family Winery Visit
A visit to a local family winery can be arranged upon request. Guests can learn about Georgian wine traditions and taste local wines. Wine tasting fees are not included unless agreed in advance.

During the tour, there will be time for lunch at a local restaurant. Lunch is not included in the price.

Return to Tbilisi in the evening.
Overnight in Tbilisi.

Day 4 – Vardzia, Rabati & Borjomi Historical Tour

After breakfast, your driver will pick you up from your hotel for a private full-day tour to southern Georgia.

This day is focused on historical monuments, fortresses, cave architecture, and landscapes of southern Georgia. It is one of the most impressive cultural routes in the country and is recommended for travelers who enjoy history and unique ancient sites.

Please note: this is a long full-day route, so an early departure is recommended.

Main places to visit:

Borjomi Area
A famous resort area known for forests, mountain scenery, mineral water, and peaceful nature. Depending on timing, a short stop can be arranged.

Rabati Fortress
A large historical fortress complex in Akhaltsikhe. Rabati combines different architectural styles and cultural influences, making it one of the most interesting restored fortresses in Georgia.

Vardzia Cave Monastery
One of Georgia’s most impressive historical monuments. Vardzia is a large cave monastery complex carved into the mountain, famous for its scale, history, and dramatic location.

During the tour, there will be time for lunch at a local restaurant. Lunch is not included in the price.

Return to Tbilisi in the evening.
Overnight in Tbilisi.

Day 5 – Mtskheta, Gori & Uplistsikhe / Departure

After breakfast, your driver will pick you up from your hotel for a private cultural day tour to Mtskheta, Gori, and Uplistsikhe.

This route is a comfortable historical day tour and works well on the final day of the trip, depending on your flight time. It includes Georgia’s ancient capital, important religious monuments, and one of the country’s most interesting cave towns.

Main places to visit:

Jvari Monastery
A beautiful monastery located on a hill above Mtskheta. From here, guests can enjoy panoramic views of the meeting point of two rivers and the old capital area.

Mtskheta
One of the oldest cities in Georgia and the former capital of the country. Mtskheta is an important cultural and religious center.

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
One of the most important cathedrals in Georgia and a major spiritual landmark located in the heart of Mtskheta.

Gori
A historical city in central Georgia. It can be visited as part of the route to Uplistsikhe.

Uplistsikhe Cave Town
An ancient rock-hewn town with caves, tunnels, halls, and historical structures carved into the stone. It is one of the most interesting archaeological sites in Georgia.

Optional: Stalin Museum
The Stalin Museum in Gori can be added upon request. Entrance fees are not included.

During the tour, there will be time for lunch at a local restaurant. Lunch is not included in the price.

After the tour, transfer to Tbilisi International Airport for departure. If your flight is later, transfer back to your hotel can be arranged instead.

Important Notes

• This is a private history and wine tour package.

• The program is less focused on mountain routes and more focused on culture, history, wine, old cities, and ancient sites.

• Transportation is provided with an English-speaking or Russian-speaking driver.

• Drivers are not guides.

• A professional licensed guide can be arranged for an additional fee.

• Airport pickup and drop-off are included.

• Hotel accommodation is not included.

• Hotel options can be offered upon request.

• Entrance fees are not included.

• Meals, wine tastings, and optional activities are not included unless agreed in advance.

• The Vardzia route is a long full-day route and requires an early departure.

• Stalin Museum can be added upon request.

• All tours start from the hotel and return to the hotel, except when airport drop-off is planned after the tour.