Day Trip to Vardzia and Borjomi Park
Overview
Inclusions
- A professional guide service
- A bottle of water
- Transportation service
- 24 hour online support.
What to expect
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Stop At: Traveler’s Meeting Point, Vladimer Meskhishvili St., 14, Tbilisi 0103 Georgia
Traveler's Meeting Point - is a free space where you can meet new exciting people, play some board games, listen to good music or enjoy a glass of wine.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Borjomi Central Park, 50, 9 Aprili Street, Borjomi 1200 Georgia
Our first stop is Borjomi Central Park, a hydro-thermal health spa resort in the southern region of Samtskhe-Javakheti. It has an international reputation for its geothermal spring mineral water resources. We walk in Borjomi Central Park and taste the mineral water Borjomi which has unique healing qualities. You can visit some attractions and enjoy incredible nature in Borjomi Central Park.
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Stop At: Akhaltsikhe, Akhaltsikhe, Samtskhe-Javakheti Region
After visiting Borjomi Central Park, we head toward Akhaltsikhe, stopping at a local restaurant and having lunch with traditional Georgian dishes.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Khertvisi Fortress, Vil. Khertvisi, Aspindza 0500 Georgia
In the south of the country, not far from the famous cave town of Vardzia, at the confluence of the Paravani and Mtkvari rivers, there is a popular attraction, the fortress of Khertvisi. The ancient fortress perfectly matches nature: Surrounded by mighty mountains, the muscular walls look even more powerful. The date of the construction of the defense in different sources is indicated in different ways. The first mention of it was back in the time of the Great Silk Road. The castle is located on the top of the mountain and, at one time, was difficult to access. That's why Khertvisi is kept in good condition.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Vardzia, Erusheti Mountain, Aspindza 383770 Georgia
The next point of our journey is Vardzia – a cave monastery dating back to the 12th century. The road follows the upper Mtkvari River, passing through narrow canyons at Aspindza along a stunning valley cutting like a green ribbon between arid, rocky hillsides. Excavations have shown that the area of Vardzia was inhabited even earlier during the Bronze Age. Unfortunately, Giorgi III failed to complete the building of Vardzia. The construction was brought to an end by his daughter Queen Tamar. During the reign of Tamar, the importance of Vardzia considerably increased and achieved great prosperity, amazing the contemporaries. Vardzia’s paintings represent a significant monument of the majestic Georgian painting. There you can find a bell tower, main church, cave dwellings, rooms, chapels, pharmacy, and wine cellars. Infrastructure involves access tunnels, water facilities, and provision for protection.
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes
Stop At: Traveler’s Meeting Point, Vladimer Meskhishvili St., 14, Tbilisi 0103 Georgia
Tour will end at 22:30-23:00 at Travelers Meeting Point in Tbilisi.
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Don't be late.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions. Therefore, please dress according to the weather.
- Dress code for a church - It's not allowed for anyone to enter a church in shorts, and women need to cover their heads.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Amazing tour, complete, unusual, exciting and interesting. Best guide tour David, he knows a lot of Georgian and Soviet history which is a must for this tour
Amazing tour, complete, unusual, exciting and interesting. Best guide tour David, he knows a lot of Georgian and Soviet history which is a must for this tourThe Vardzia cave was a unique cave. Largest cave with ancient system. Was a very nice cave monastery. Guide was good, had great knowledge on the area.
The Vardzia cave was a unique cave. Largest cave with ancient system. Was a very nice cave monastery. Guide was good, had great knowledge on the area.Amazing roadtrip, astonishing views of the mountains and river, a bit of mountain/cave hiking, very informative and well planned with the experienced tour guide Shoti
Amazing roadtrip, astonishing views of the mountains and river, a bit of mountain/cave hiking, very informative and well planned with the experienced tour guide ShotiGreat tour guide! Really enjoyed the experience! Would do a tour with our tour guide again! Please keep doing these great tours!
Great tour guide! Really enjoyed the experience! Would do a tour with our tour guide again! Please keep doing these great tours!I highly recommend this tour! It was truly an amazing experience that left a lasting impression on me. The tour guide was not only knowledgeable, but also beautiful inside and out. Their expertise and passion for the subject matter made the tour both informative and enjoyable. I learned so much a...
I highly recommend this tour! It was truly an amazing experience that left a lasting impression on me. The tour guide was not only knowledgeable, but also beautiful inside and out. Their expertise and passion for the subject matter made the tour both informative and enjoyable. I learned so much and was able to appreciate the history and beauty of the area in a whole new way. The tour was truly a gift from God. The sights, sounds, and experiences all came together to create a perfect day. The guide's attention to detail and ability to bring the past to life made the tour truly unforgettable. I felt like I was transported back in time and was able to understand and appreciate the significance of each location. Overall, I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who is looking for a unique and educational experience. Whether you are a history buff or simply appreciate the beauty of the area, this tour is a must-see. The tour guide's passion, knowledge, and inner beauty make this tour truly special and I will never forget it. Thank you for the wonderful memories!The experience was wonderful. Tamuna was our guidea and sheade a great job of taking care of everyone in the group, from the most talkative to the lesser ones. She is also a great story teller, which makes the tour even packed with information but still super fun and memorable.
The experience was wonderful. Tamuna was our guidea and sheade a great job of taking care of everyone in the group, from the most talkative to the lesser ones. She is also a great story teller, which makes the tour even packed with information but still super fun and memorable.