A day from Kutaisi to the 14th-century frescoes of Ubisa, Surami's hilltop fortress and a forest walk in Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park.
- —14th-century fresco cycle at Ubisa Monastery, among the best preserved in Imereti
- —Surami Fortress, a restored medieval stronghold guarding the old route over the Likhi Range
- —Fresh nazuki bread bought directly from vendors at Surami railway station
- —A short, easy forest walk inside Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park, entered from the quieter Kharagauli side
- —A drive through Zestaponi and the Shorapani Fortress area, Imereti's wine and industrial belt
- —Private car and licensed guide for the full day, timed to avoid the busier Borjomi town crowds
Map: OpenStreetMap · Road route and driving times: OSRM · Times exclude stops.
- ✓ Private transport by sedan or minivan
- ✓ Licensed English-speaking guide for the day
- ✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kutaisi
- ✓ Bottled water during the trip
- ✓ All tolls and parking fees
- ✓ Driver's services for up to 9 hours
- — Entrance fees or donations at Ubisa Monastery and the national park (checked at booking)
- — Lunch and any food or drink purchases, including nazuki
- — Personal expenses and souvenirs
- — Gratuities for guide and driver
- · Modest dress is required at Ubisa Monastery: shoulders and knees covered, women should bring a headscarf
- · The forest walk follows a marked gravel trail with gentle grade, suitable for most fitness levels; closed shoes recommended
- · The Rikoti Pass road carries heavy truck traffic at times, so actual driving times vary, checked at booking
- · Best season is spring through autumn; snow can close higher park trails in winter, checked at booking
- · Carry some cash in GEL for nazuki and roadside purchases, as cards are not always accepted
- · Opening hours at Ubisa Monastery and the park visitor centre vary by season, checked at booking
Is the forest walk difficult?
No, it is a short, easy walk of 30 to 45 minutes on a flat to gently sloping trail, suitable for most fitness levels.
Can we do a longer hike instead?
Yes, longer marked trails exist near Kharagauli and Likani. Let us know when booking and we adjust the day's schedule.
Do we spend much time in Borjomi town?
We include a short stop at the mineral water park and Romanov-era architecture; the length depends on the morning's pace.
What happens if it rains?
The monastery and fortress visits go ahead as planned. The forest walk is shortened, or replaced with the paved promenade in Borjomi Park.
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.
Surami Fortress perched on a hill with the Georgian flag flying above green mountains. · Photo: А.Мухранов / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
| Group | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller | €280 ≈ $312 · 810 GEL | €280 ≈ $312 · 810 GEL |
| 2 travellers | €175 ≈ $195 · 507 GEL | €350 ≈ $390 · 1,013 GEL |
| 3 travellers | €166 ≈ $185 · 480 GEL | €498 ≈ $555 · 1,441 GEL |
| 4–6 travellers | €149 ≈ $166 · 431 GEL | €596 ≈ $664 · 1,725 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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