Three days from Kutaisi's cathedrals to Racha's Khvanchkara vineyards, tasting Imereti's Tsitska and Tsolikouri along the Rioni valley.
- —Tastings of Tsitska and Tsolikouri at family-run qvevri cellars around Baghdati, a different style from Kakheti's amber wines
- —A night in Ambrolauri, capital of Racha-Lechkhumi, with direct access to Khvanchkara and Aleksandrouli producers
- —Nikortsminda Cathedral, an 11th-century carved stone church rarely visited by larger tour groups
- —Gelati Monastery and Bagrati Cathedral in Kutaisi, both UNESCO World Heritage sites
- —A scenic drive through the Rioni river valley connecting Imereti and Racha
- —Private car and English-speaking driver throughout, no fixed-group schedule
Map: OpenStreetMap · Road route and driving times: OSRM · Times exclude stops.
- ✓ Private transport by sedan or minivan for the full route
- ✓ English-speaking driver
- ✓ 2 nights accommodation, double or twin room, breakfast included
- ✓ Wine tastings at 2 to 3 family-run cellars in Imereti and Racha
- ✓ Entrance fees to Gelati Monastery, Bagrati Cathedral and Nikortsminda Cathedral (checked at booking)
- ✓ All fuel, tolls and parking
- ✓ Support by phone throughout the trip
- — Lunches and dinners except where noted
- — Wine purchases at the cellars
- — Travel insurance
- — Tips for driver and winery hosts
- · Roads in Racha narrow in places and can close after heavy snow; check gtour.ge/road-status before late-autumn or winter dates
- · Best season is April to October; harvest at the Imereti cellars usually runs September into October
- · Wineries are small family operations, so visit times depend on their availability and may shift by an hour or two
- · Bring cash if you want to buy bottles directly from producers, cards are rarely accepted at the cellars
- · Comfortable shoes recommended for uneven cellar floors and short walks at Gelati and Nikortsminda
- · Expect 4 to 6 hours of driving on travel days; this is a touring trip, not a relaxed base stay
Can this be combined with Svaneti or Batumi?
Yes, we can extend the route from Kutaisi, which has its own airport and regular flights.
Is the tour suitable for families with children?
Yes, tastings are optional for minors and the driver sets a comfortable pace.
What happens if Racha's roads are closed by snow?
We adjust the itinerary and confirm road conditions before departure; this is checked at booking.
Are wine purchases included in the price?
No, bottles bought at the cellars are paid directly and are not part of the tour price.
Prices are per person for two travelling together, in euros; solo travellers and larger groups are quoted on request. Every departure is private and adjusted to you. Hotels, wineries and restaurants on our routes are verified by GTour.
Bagrati Cathedral in Kutaisi, one of the sites visited on this Imereti tour. · Photo: Alexkom000 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0
| Group | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller | €1,344 ≈ $1,498 · 3,890 GEL | €1,344 ≈ $1,498 · 3,890 GEL |
| 2 travellers | €840 ≈ $936 · 2,431 GEL | €1,680 ≈ $1,873 · 4,862 GEL |
| 3 travellers | €798 ≈ $890 · 2,310 GEL | €2,394 ≈ $2,669 · 6,929 GEL |
| 4–6 travellers | €714 ≈ $796 · 2,067 GEL | €2,856 ≈ $3,184 · 8,266 GEL for four |
Private tour: your own car and driver, guide and hotels as described. Conversions at today's National Bank of Georgia rate.
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the tour. Between 7 days and 48 hours: 50 % of the price. Less than 48 hours or no-show: no refund. If a mountain road closes and the tour cannot run, you choose a new date or a full refund.
20 % deposit confirms the booking. Deposit by card or bank transfer when the date is confirmed; the balance in cash or by card at the start of the tour. No hidden fees — fuel, parking, driver and guide are included; entrance tickets, meals and hotels are listed per tour.
Since 1 January 2026 every foreign visitor to Georgia must hold health and accident insurance with cover of at least 30,000 GEL — see our guide to the rule. Our vehicles carry passenger liability insurance; your travel policy covers you.
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