Hidden Gem of Caucasus - Tbilisi and Gudauri weekend Gateway
Route Tbilisi – Ananuri – Gudauri – Tbilisi
4 nights 5 days tour
Weekend gateway to Georgia, spend 5 days family holidays in Georgia, visit capital Tbilisi and Gudauri ski resort.
Day 1: Arrival to Tbilisi, Georgia
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Arrival to Tbilisi, meet and greet at the airport
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Transfer to hotel, check in the hotel
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Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 2: Tbilisi City Tour
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Breakfast in the hotel
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10:00 starting the tour (time can be discussed with the guide)
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Starting the tour from the Holy Trinity Cathedral commonly known as Sameba Cathedral. Built in 2004, Sameba is the highest church in Georgia, it is 101m tall.
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Then we move forward to the old city, starting with the most famous areas called Abanotubani (area of the baths). Here we will visit the below landmarks:
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Abanotubani – the ancient district of Tbilisi, known for its sulfuric baths.
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Leghvtakhevi waterfall which is 22 meters tall. The name Leghvtakhevi comes from Georgian word "Leghvi" which means fig.
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Narikala Fortress – you can notice this place from many sides of Tbilisi. Overlooking the Mtkvari River, Narikala offers stunning views on the city. You can enjoy a cable car ride to or from the area of Narikala.
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Kartlis Deda (the mother of Georgia) – proudly overlooking the city, 20m aluminum woman is the symbol of the city
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Then we continue to explore the city on the other side of the river:
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Metekhi – historical neighborhood of Tbilisi, located on the elevated cliff that overlooks the Mtkvari River.
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Rike Park – one of the newest parks located in the heart of Tbilisi. It leads us to the famous – Bridge of Peace - bow-shaped pedestrian bridge, a steel and glass construction illuminated with numerous LEDs, over the Kura River in downtown Tbilisi.
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Once we take lots of pictures and enjoy the area of old town, we drive to Mtatsminda Park.
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Mtatsminda Park is an amusement facility located atop Mount Mtatsminda on 770 meter height overlooking the Georgian capital Tbilisi. It is the highest point in Tbilisi. Located on more than 100 hectares. Park has more than 100 year’s history. Mtatsminda Park is the most popular theme park in Tbilisi.
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Lunch during this tour can be planned upon wish and preference of the guests
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Once the program is finished, the guide will leave you in the city or drop back to the hotel
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Tour will be finished around 17:00
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Time at leisure
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Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 3: Tbilisi - Ananuri – Gudauri
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Breakfast in the hotel
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10 am check out from hotel and departure to Gudauri
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Today we will have an exciting trip along The Georgian Military Road to enjoy the spectacular panoramic views of Georgian landscapes. During this journey you will visit:
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Zhinvali Reservoir – picturesque water reservoir
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Ananuri Fortress – medieval defensive fortress, built by the Dukes of Aragvi and its earliest parts date from the 13th century. The fortress is on the UNESCO Tentative list.
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Arch of Friendship near Gudauri – the monument is a circular balcony hanging off of a 600 meter cliff with amazing views of Caucasus Mountains. Not everyone is brave enough to step on the very edge of the balcony, but the memories are sure worth it!
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Gudauri ski resort – 2196 meters above the sea - the largest & best ski resort in Georgia. Located near Europe's highest peaks in the Greater Caucasus mountains, Gudauri provides superb skiing on a serious mountain with modern lifts.
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Free time enjoy snow and skiing in Gudauri
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Overnight in Gudauri
Day 4: Gudauri – Mtskheta – Tbilisi
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Breakfast in the hotel
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12 noon check out and departure to Tbilisi
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On the way we will visit ancient city – Mtskheta – place for UNESCO heritage
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Visiting UNESCO Heritage places Jvari Monastery - a sixth century Georgian Orthodox monastery near Mtskheta, eastern Georgia. It is listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO
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Svetitskhoveli Church is an Eastern Orthodox cathedral, A masterpiece of the Early Middle Ages, Svetitskhoveli is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. It is currently the second largest church building in Georgia
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Return back to Tbilisi, check in the hotel
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Overnight in Tbilisi
Day 5: Departure from Tbilisi, Georgia
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Breakfast in the hotel
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Check out from hotel
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Transfer to the airport and farewell to Georgia
Rack rates. Price per person based on double/twin rooms accommodation:
4* hotels - 226 USD
5* hotels (budget) - 343 USD
5* hotels (premium) - 415 USD
*Special B2B rates are available for contracted agencies
*For groups more then 10 guests additional discounts applied, please contact us on info@judi-travel.com
Inclusions
3 nights’ accommodation in the hotel including breakfast in Tbilisi
1 night accommodation in the hotel including breakfast in Gudauri
Private Airport chauffeurs
Private transportation through the tour route in the comfortable car (different types of vehicles available according to the number of tourists)
Private sightseeing tours with professional English speaking guide
Optional
Lunches / Dinners
Early check in to the hotel
Late check out from the hotel
Tours and sightseeing which are not mentioned in the program
Entry Tickets / Ski pass
Exclusions
Flight tickets
Tips
Visa charges (if required)