A compact walk through Kutaisi's Green Bazaar, its two Rioni bridges, the Jewish Quarter and the hill below Bagrati Cathedral.
- —Covers the working Green Bazaar, where Imeretian cheese, churchkhela and spices are sold daily, not a tourist-only market
- —Crosses both the White Bridge and the older Chain Bridge over the Rioni River on foot
- —Walks through Kutaisi's Jewish Quarter, with its synagogue and 19th-century houses
- —Ends on the hill at Bagrati Cathedral, a UNESCO-listed site overlooking the Rioni valley
- —Led by a licensed guide who explains the city's role as Georgia's ancient western capital
- —A good first orientation before longer trips to Gelati, Sataplia or the Prometheus caves
- ✓ Licensed English-speaking guide for 2.5 hours
- ✓ Meeting point in central Kutaisi or your hotel (checked at booking)
- ✓ Walking route through the Green Bazaar, both Rioni bridges, the Jewish Quarter and Bagrati hill
- ✓ Bottled water during the walk
- ✓ Commentary on Kutaisi's history as capital of Colchis and Imereti
- — Transport to and from Kutaisi (city or airport transfers quoted separately)
- — Food and drink purchased at the bazaar
- — Tips for the guide
- — Entry to Gelati, Sataplia or other sites outside the walking route
- · Wear flat, comfortable shoes; the route includes cobblestones and one uphill stretch to Bagrati
- · The Green Bazaar is busiest and most crowded on weekend mornings
- · Bagrati Cathedral is an active church; modest dress is appreciated if you go inside
- · Kutaisi can be warm in summer and wet in autumn and spring; check the forecast before you book
- · The walk is flat except for the final climb to Bagrati hill, manageable for most fitness levels
Does this tour include transport from Tbilisi or the airport?
No. This is a walking tour only. Transfers from Tbilisi, Kutaisi airport or Batumi can be booked separately — see gtour.ge/services.
What does this tour cost?
€70 per person based on two travelling together. Solo travellers and groups of three or more are quoted separately.
Is there an entrance fee for Bagrati Cathedral?
Entry to Bagrati Cathedral itself is free; any additional site fees are checked at booking.
Can this be combined with other Kutaisi sites?
Yes. It pairs well with our Kutaisi Half-Day tour or a day trip to Martvili and Okatse canyons and the Prometheus Cave.
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 with its green domed roof stands atop the hill above Kutaisi. · Photo: Marcin Konsek / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
| Group | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller | €112 ≈ $125 · 324 GEL | €112 ≈ $125 · 324 GEL |
| 2 travellers | €70 ≈ $78 · 203 GEL | €140 ≈ $156 · 405 GEL |
| 3 travellers | €67 ≈ $75 · 194 GEL | €201 ≈ $224 · 582 GEL |
| 4–6 travellers | €60 ≈ $67 · 174 GEL | €240 ≈ $268 · 695 GEL for four |
Private tour: your own car and driver and English-speaking guide. 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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