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What are the best day trips in Georgia (country)?
Mountains, caves, canyons and beaches. Strong culinary culture. Cute towns. It seems like Georgia has it all. But do you know, what’s the coolest thing about Georgia? It’s a small and well-connected country. And even though there are a lot of fun and unusual things to do in Georgia, you can do most of it by basing yourself in one of major cities.
What are those things? Best tours in Georgia?
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Guided Sightseeing Day Trips in Georgia (Country)
Here are some of the very best day trips in Georgia.
The day trips are sorted by the starting point (city).
Best Day Trips From Tbilisi, Georgia
1. Kazbegi, Stepantsminda, and Gudauri Tour (click for more details)
A fun and interesting Kazbegi tour from Tbilisi.
One of the best day trips in Georgia, our favorite.
The final destination of this excursion is Kazbegi. You may also agree with a tour company to drop you off there, and stay a few days in Kazbegi like we have done. And then, for example, go on some beautiful hikes in Kazbegi. Kazbegi (also known as Stepandsminda) is a top tourist destination in Georgia. With its iconic mountain views and hill-top church, Gergeti Trinity Church, it is a must-visit when traveling to Georgia.
One the way from Tbilisi to Kazbegi, you visit the iconic Ananuri Castle. Mostly there is also an opportunity to partake in tandem paragliding from take-off sites around Gudauri ski resort. Gudauri boasts wonderful mountain and canyon views, making it one of the best destinations for paragliding in Georgia.
DURATION: 10 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Exploring the impressive Ananuri Castle
- Enjoying mountain views in Gudauri
- Tasting traditional Georgian cuisine
- Opportunity to partake in tandem paragliding
- Visiting the Gergeti Trinity Church, one of the best things to do in Georgia (country)
2. Mtskheta Half-Day Tour (click for more details)
A half-day excursion to Mtskheta – one of top attractions in Tbilisi.
Mtskheta is an ancient capital of Georgia. It is one of the best places to visit in Georgia (country). Located close to the modern-day capital of Georgia, Tbilisi, Mtskheta is a very popular place to visit for locals and tourists alike.
You’ll be visiting the iconic hill-top Jvari Monastery which boasts impressive views of Mtskheta, as well as the views of the confluence of the two rivers, the Aragvi and Kura. The guide will also take you to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral — an ancient church and a UNESCO Heritage Site located in the historic town of Mtskheta. Besides that, you will visit Samtavro Monastery and the Shio-Mgvime monastery.
DURATION: 4 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Visiting the iconic hill-top Jvari Monastery
- Marveling the confluence of the two rivers, the Aragvi and Kura, the Jvari Monastery
- Exploring the UNESCO-listed Svetitskhoveli Cathedral that dates back to 4th century AD
3. Kakheti Wine Region Full-Day Group Tour (click for more details)
A popular wine region tour from Tbilisi, a fun tour to be on.
Excursions to Kakheti wine region are among the best day tours from Tbilisi.
With a plenty of beautiful places to see, Kakheti is one of the best regions in Georgia. Located in the eastern part of the country, at the foot of the Caucasus Mountains, Kakheti is known not only for good wine but also for its picturesque scenery.
During the excursion, you will have an opportunity to explore the centuries old Monastery of St. Nino at Bodbe. The monastery is situated on the hillside overlooking the Alazani Valley. You’ll visit Sighnaghi, which boasts gorgeous, unobstructed views of the vast Alazani valley. Sighnaghi is a small yet very popular town both among local and foreign tourists alike. It is known for its cute houses and narrow, cobblestone streets. If the weather is good, the Caucasus Mountains are visible at a distance. You will walk on Sighnaghi Wall which is one of the best places to visit in Georgia.
At the end of the day, you will visit a winery to try local wine and chacha (a Georgian pomace brandy).
DURATION: 12 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Enjoying the splendid views of the Alazani Valley
- Visiting Bodbe’s St. Nino’s Convent
- Exploring Sighnaghi and walking on Sighnaghi Wall
- Tasting Georgian wine and chacha
Best Day Trips From Batumi
4. Cycling And Kayaking Trip in Kolkheti National Park (click for more details)
A fun cycling and kayaking trip in Kolkheti state.
Embark on a fun cycling and kayaking trip to explore Kolkheti National Park!
It is a wonderful way to explore this beautiful national park. Cycle along the forest bike paths of the national park. Take in the views of Kolkheti Lowland, the sea and Lake Paliastomi. You’ll finish your ride at Golden Lake where the guide will take you on a kayaking trip in the lake.
DURATION: 6 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Enjoying the scenery of Kolkheti National Park
- Cycling along the bike paths of the national park
- Kayaking on the Golden Lake
5. Batumi Botanical Garden & Mtirala National Park (click for more details)
A fun Batumi Botanical Garden tour (+Mtirala National Park).
One of the best Georgia tours / excursions you can book online.
Both of these parks are located in the Adjara region. It’s a region of Georgia known for its mix of mountains and seashores.
Batumi Botanical Garden is definitely among the best Georgia tourist attractions. Founded at the beginning of the 20th century, this massive botanical boasts 21 sections, the most notable being Bamboo Plantation, Rosarium, Himalayan, East Asian, Mexican and Mediterranean Departments. Batumi Botanical Garden is the largest botanical garden in Georgia. We, personally, love this botanical garden.
The UNESCO-listed Mtirala National Park is another wonderful place you shouldn’t miss when traveling to Batumi. The national park is home to Mount Mtirala which is one of the most humid areas in the country. There are a number of waterfalls in the national park, and it is home to various endangered plants.
You can visit both of these places on your own or join a guided tour.
DURATION: 8 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Wide variety of plants and trees in the botanical garden
- Getting a glimpse of the lush greenery of Mtirala National Park
Best Day Trips From Kazbegi
6. Gveleti Waterfall and Juta Half-Day Tour (click for more details)
A half-day tour to Gveleti Waterfall and Juta.
Enjoy beautiful mountain scenery and visit one of Georgia’s highest settlements. This tour gives you an opportunity to hike in the mountains and visit Juta, one of Georgia’s highest settlements. To get there, you’ll be driven along Georgian Military Highway which is famed for its dramatic views of the mountains. And you’ll also visit the picturesque Gveleti Waterfall.
DURATION: 6 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Visiting one of Georgia’s highest settlements
- Taking in the spectacular mountain views
- Walking in the mountains
- Gveleti Waterfall
Best Day Trips From Kutaisi
7. Martvili and Okatse Canyon Tour (click for more details)
An epic day trip to the country’s most spectacular canyons.
If you are visiting Kutaisi, do not miss the opportunity to visit some of the most beautiful sights in Georgia — its most impressive canyons and waterfalls.
One this trip, you will have an opportunity to go a boat trip through the Martvili Canyon and see its amazing waterfalls. On your way to the second canyon you’ll visit an old monastery. The second canyon, Okatse, has hanging bridges overlooking and a number of pathways, so you can explore and take in the beauty. The last stop is Kinchkha, one the one of the highest waterfalls in the country.
DURATION: 10 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Enjoying a relaxing boat ride on a river through the Martvili Canyon
- Seeing the cascading waterfalls
- Walking on hanging bridges overlooking Okatse canyon
8. Kutaisi Ancient City and Prometheus Cave Tour (click for more details)
A tour to Kutaisi’s most spectacular sights.
Kutaisi is considered to be one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Once it was the capital of Georgia, now it is one of the largest and most important cities in the country. Kutaisi is famous for its impressive architecture and nearby natural landmarks. It is one of the best places to visit in Georgia (country).
If you are in Kutaisi, do not miss the impressive karst cave named Prometheus Cave and Kutaisi’s old monasteries. This tour will take you to both of these places. You’ll wander along the streets in downtown Kutaisi and marvel at the beautiful architecture. You’ll visit the ancient monasteries of Kutaisi. You will have an opportunity to explore the Prometheus Cave system where 6 cave halls out of 22 are open for tourists. Boat tours are available in the cave, too.
DURATION: 8 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Walking through the impressive karst cave and marvelling at its impressive stalactites and stalagmites
- Marvelling at architectural masterpieces from that date back to the Middle Ages
Have you visited Georgia? Did you go on any day trips in Georgia? Which, in your opinion, are the best excursions in Georgia you could recommend?
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