Kutaisi:Chiatura Tour with Katskhi Pillar & Cable Car Experience

Overview

Available languages

English

7 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Embark on a captivating full day trip that unveils the rustic charm of Chiatura, a fascinating town nestled in the heart of Georgia. Starting and concluding in the historical city of Kutaisi, this excursion promises an unforgettable blend of natural beauty, unique Soviet-era history, and cultural immersion.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Transportation

Guide service

Optional Cable car ticket -5 Lari = $2

Optional lunch around 30 Lari = $12

What To Expect

10:00AM - 10:30 AM - Departure from Kutaisi Central Square,Macdonalds, 1 Tbilisi street. Your journey begins at the heart of Kutaisi, we invite you to meet us at 10:00 AM in front of the iconic McDonald's on Tbilisi Street, a well-known and easily accessible location. Look for our team members, identifiable by their red scarves, ready to welcome you and ensure a smooth start to your day's adventure.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Chiatura

Meet local guide in Chiatura . After a scenic 1 hour and 30 minutes drive from Kutaisi, you will arrive in Chiatura, a town steeped in industrial history and nestled in a dramatic valley. Here, you will have the opportunity to meet with a local guide, an expert well-versed in the stories, history, and hidden gems of Chiatura.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Kutaisi:Chiatura Tour with Katskhi Pillar & Cable Car Experience

Reviews

4.91

93 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Excellent!!
kyriakosc674,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tip was excellent. Tango is a real pro. We visited Holly places and been to numerous abodoned buildings of the soviet era, making the trip much different than other tours.
Tour in Chiatura
Viola F,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great time with our guide, a nice guy who made us explore this beautiful territory. Interesting tour. I recommend it to everyone!
Nice guide
Emile D,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The tengo guide Is very nice and talkative. We had a girl who liked who liked urbex stuff, so he changed the plan so we could go see some. He also talked about tchiatura and took us to some places that weren’t in the plan but on the way. This one is probably my last tour in Georgia, and I would’ve liked to have him with me on my other tours.
A must do!!!
Randy S,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fantastic day out of the city - we paced tour with lots to see. Our guide Tengo is very knowledgeable and has a great sense of humour. The day flew by even with all the different things we saw. I highly recommend this tour and fingers crossed you get our same guide Tengo 😀
Unique Experience and a Glimpse into Georgia’s Hidden Side
oliverbG2132XZ,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was a great way to see a very different part of Georgia. The landscapes around Chiatura are fascinating and the old cable cars give you a real sense of history. Visiting Katskhi Pillar was impressive it’s such a special and peaceful place. Our guide was polite, informative and gave us enough time to explore without rushing. It’s not a luxury tour, but it felt authentic and meaningful. A nice experience for those who enjoy discovering something off the usual tourist path.
One of the best tours I’ve had in Georgia
S6501XLsylviao,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Just wow! I didn’t have high expectations when booking this trip, but it turned out to be absolutely amazing. The day in Chiatura exceeded all my expectations. 1. Guide Tango: the best guide I’ve ever met. A truly passionate person with a great sense of humor and a lot of knowledge. He tells fascinating stories and takes you to places you’d never discover on your own. 2. Location and scenery: breathtaking views throughout the tour and a really interesting town to explore. 3. Atmosphere: maybe it was because of our small group that day, but the atmosphere was incredibly friendly, warm, and full of positive energy. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to experience Georgia from a more authentic and unique perspective
Super!
RartaM,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tour organized very well, with very exhaustive explanations of everything we saw. Something different from the usual! Tengo is very good and very nice. Thank you very much :)
Must-see if you are interested in old industrial architecture
Mikael B,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
So many interesting places in one day + a great and affordable lunch. Tschiatura is a must-see if you like old industrial architecture. A lot of stops and interesting stories and a great, safe mini van. Tengo was a really fun host. Can recommend!
Chasing the Soviet Relics
ANGITH K,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The trip was one of the best interactive one. Our guide Tengo was superb and the best crazy friendly guide we had. He was honest and gave us the correct openions on the history and things to see in Georgia.
Tango was good and...
Lasse N,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Tango was good and present guide with masses of humor and mood. He was very attentive to everyone and had control of everything and everything within the schedule. I can only give my best recommendations.