Old Town and Beyond: A Tbilisi Silk Road Feast with Culinary Backstreets
Overview
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7 hours
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As Georgian food culture slowly emerges from its Soviet-era deep freeze, Tbilisi’s chefs are looking beyond their country’s borders while also reviving and safeguarding Georgia’s unique culinary traditions. The open spirit of the Silk Road is back in town, and on this epic day of eating, we’ll get a taste of what it’s all about.
Our day begins where Tbilisi got its start millennia ago, by the natural hot springs in the oldest part of the city. Here, a mosque, synagogue and Georgian Orthodox cathedral provide a panorama that tells much about the city’s diversity and its history as an important center of trade and culture and a key stop along the ancient Silk Road. Tbilisi’s strategic location made it a desirable place to occupy, and there’s no shortage of conquerors that passed through: Romans, Byzantines, Mongols, Khazars, Arabs, Persians, Ottomans, Russians and, finally, the Soviets.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Old Town Tbilisi
We’ll begin in the atmospheric old town of Tbilisi, where we will visit an underground Azeri tea house.
Sioni Cathedral Church
We will make our way to a church-run shop selling products straight from Orthodox monasteries – long-time bastions of artisanal production – here we will sample some stunning treats
What‘s Included
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Snacks
Coffee and/or Tea
Options
Old Town and Beyond: A Tbilisi Silk Road Feast with Culinary Backstreets
Reviews
64 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly Recommended
Nomad639697,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this tour. Kristo is super knowledgeable and insightful about Tbilisi’s culinary history and the current food scene.
Highlight of Tbilisi
L2776BIkater,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was one of the highlights of my time in Tbilisi. Alexandre was a brilliant guide and it was a delight to spend the day with him learning about the culture and history of Georgia through its food and wine. If you want to get an understanding of Tbilisi and Georgia I would highly recommend this tour.
Brilliant experience
Jacob R,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic tour with the fantastic guide, Crystal 7 stops in total, lots of food and some wine at the end Was a brilliant way to get to know the best food from unique places, Crystal helped change my mind on some of my tastes She is very passionate about both the food and the country so was the perfect host for a tour like this If you’re wanting to try a variety of unique and local cuisines and also get to know the history of the restaurants and the city, I highly recommend the tour
Fantastic
jamesfK3350KZ,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a fantastic day with Tamar - it’s so much more than a food and wine tour (though both were excellent): there’s history, politics and culture. Would highly recommend.
A highlight of my trip to Tbilisi
Caro397,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A highlight of my trip to Tbilisi. The insights provided on this tour not only in terms of the culinary scene, but also into the culture and the current state of affairs in Tbilisi resulted in a fun, information and delicious tour. The food was amazing as was the company of the other participants. Well worth it!
Fantastic food tour of Tbilisi
swisskate,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent time on this tour, small group, enthusiastic guide and we got to taste some amazing food along with interesting history about the country
Tbilisi Food Tour
Jennifer H,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing day we had with Kristo and 3 other couples enjoying Tbilisi’s food, wine, and history! Kristo will be another reason for our continuing to come back to Georgia. A champion for Georgia’s future through sharing the culture and passion. Culinary Backstreets tour is a must for travelers to Tbilisi! Madloba 💕
No free cancellation
kerrieb309,Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Tours I've done in Spain and Portugal have been great. I cancelled Georgia during the pandemic. The administration staff have been impossible to deal with. No free cancellation. Cancellation has cost me my deposit to date. Not great customer service.
This was one of the best...
MICHAEL B,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was one of the best food tours me and my wife have been on! Maka comprehensively knew both about not just about the individual dishes, but also the different varieties. On top of this, she is a knowledgeable historian, and we got to learn so much about Georgian history and culture, while also being completely satisfied by the end of our many courses. Absolutely recommend!
Come hungry
Sarah C,Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to spend six hours. The tour is full of great history and excellent food. You won’t need breakfast or dinner.
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