Private Tour
Medieval Kingdom of Georgia Full Day Private Tour from Tbilisi
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Discover South part of Georgia’s four most visited sights including medieval Cave complex Vardzia, volcanic Lake Paravani, Rabati Castle and Khertvisi fortress 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.
Additional Info
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 travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
In the morning guide and driver will pick up you from your accommodation place in Tbilisi and from there you'll start your journey. Travel will be by comfortable car on the road which connect middle and south part of Georgia (by countryside). Then head towards Javakheti, known as the south of the Georgian Medieval Kingdom, where castles and monasteries steel keep enormous cultural and historical legacy and wealth. from Tbilisi to first landmark will take 90 minutes drive
Tsalka
Driving to and after Tsalka (Khrami) Reservoir will take 60 minutes. From your car will rise up sceneries with mountains peaks 2700 to 3300 mt altitude, also you will see lakes, like Tsalka (Khrami) Reservoir, which was build to purpose was to obtain electricity. Around lake is couple villagies with multi diversity nationalities groups, Georgians (Javakh's and Svan's) also, Azerbaijanian's, Armenian's and Greek's, also there is a village nearby called Trialeti which was founded by German colonists it in 1858. It was called Alexanderhilf (renamed to Rosenberg in Soviet times). There were other German settlements like this in Georgia and Azerbaijan numbering 12 thousand inhabitants by 1914.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Private tour
Professional art historian guide
Live commentary on board
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Transport by private vehicle
Museums Entrance fees
Food and drinks
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Medieval Kingdom of Georgia Full Day Private Tour from Tbilisi
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Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
What it says on the tin
Rita NDY3,,Mar 22, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We found this on ToursByLocals. Overall the trip was satisfactory, as it delivered more than what it had promised. Although we were running out of time at our last two stops, we did go over the entire route as planned, which includes Lake Paravani, Khertvisi Fortress and Rabati Castle. Our guide Zurab is quite knowledgable about the history and culture of Georgia. When we asked some follow up questions about the attractions, he didn’t just give us brief answers, but valuable insights with sounding evidence. If you’re curious about the restoration projects and why there’s a sense of incoherence in Rabati Castle, you’ve come to the right person. It’s something that you wouldn’t know unless you have a real passion in this and have spent years researching on this. The trip is so well arranged that we truly enjoyed every moment. A (BTW, we felt comfortable along the ride, which obviously also added up to the experience.) All respect for Zurab, an excellent tour guide! Many thanks again and I recommend Zurab to anyone who would like to explore Georgia
Road less traveled.
Rizal M,,Jul 30, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked this tour through Viator. The tour is well organized. Tamara, our guide, is friendly and knowledable. She explains clearly the places that we visited: Lake Pavarani, Vardzia cafe town, Khertvisi Fortress, and Rabati. We decided only take picture of Rabati Fortress because it was already late, and we are tired. But, the tour delivered what it has promised. Highlight of the day is our visit to Pokha Convent by the lake, and lunch at a family restaurant in the village. Pokha convent is worth a visit. Amid their isolation the chappel and their shop are very impressive. The nun crafted all icons in the chappel, and sell their products: olive oil, honey, herbs, chocolates and others in the shop. We stop for coffee in a small family restaurant in the village, and after discussion with the owner, end up with having a simple lunch there. It was amazing experience, the food is good and the people in the restaurant is very friendly. This tour is suitable for people who want to experience the real Georgia, and willing to go away with ordinary tourist itinerary. Highly recommended!
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Operated by Taste of Georgia