A full day from Kutaisi to the Dadiani princes' palace in Zugdidi, the ancient fortress of Nokalakevi and the towering Enguri arch dam.
- —Dadiani Palace, the 19th-century residence of Samegrelo's ruling princes, holds a death mask of Napoleon linked to the family's Bonaparte-Murat marriage ties.
- —Nokalakevi archaeopolis is an active excavation site with fortress walls dating from the Roman to Byzantine periods, still being studied by archaeologists today.
- —Enguri Dam viewpoint looks over one of the tallest arch dams in the world, 271.5 metres high, spanning the Enguri River gorge.
- —Megrelian lunch with dishes distinct from eastern Georgian cuisine, including elarji, kubdari and gebzhalia.
- —Zugdidi doubles as the practical gateway town to Svaneti, useful context if Mestia is also part of your travel plans.
- —Private tour from €195 per person based on two travelling together; solo and group rates quoted at booking.
Map: OpenStreetMap · Road route and driving times: OSRM · Times exclude stops.
- ✓ Private licensed driver and vehicle for the day
- ✓ English-speaking guide
- ✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kutaisi
- ✓ Bottled water in the vehicle
- ✓ Megrelian lunch
- ✓ All fuel, tolls and parking
- — Entrance tickets to Dadiani Palace and Nokalakevi, checked at booking
- — Personal expenses and gratuities
- — Travel insurance
- · Dadiani Palace opening days vary by season, checked at booking.
- · Nokalakevi has uneven, partly unpaved ground, comfortable shoes recommended.
- · The Enguri Dam viewpoint is outdoors with no shelter, dress for the weather.
- · Roads to Zugdidi are paved and in good condition, but late-autumn dusk can mean a dark return into Kutaisi.
- · The dam sits near the administrative boundary line with Abkhazia; the public viewpoint involves no border formalities.
- · Carry a passport or ID copy, standard practice in border-adjacent areas of Samegrelo.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, the walking is moderate and the drive includes stops, though Nokalakevi's uneven paths call for supervision with small children.
Can we combine this with a trip to Svaneti?
Zugdidi is the usual junction town for Mestia, so this day trip can be adapted into a multi-day itinerary; ask us for a combined option.
What if Dadiani Palace is closed on our date?
Opening days change seasonally; we confirm the schedule at booking and adjust the day's order if needed.
Is the Enguri Dam viewpoint safe to visit?
Yes, it is on the Georgia-controlled side and needs no special permission, though photography of the dam structure itself may be restricted, checked at booking.
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.
Dadiani Palace in Zugdidi with red roses and a bright blue sky in the foreground. · Photo: Lika2672 / Wikimedia Commons, Public domain
| Group | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller | €312 ≈ $348 · 903 GEL | €312 ≈ $348 · 903 GEL |
| 2 travellers | €195 ≈ $217 · 564 GEL | €390 ≈ $435 · 1,129 GEL |
| 3 travellers | €185 ≈ $206 · 535 GEL | €555 ≈ $619 · 1,606 GEL |
| 4–6 travellers | €166 ≈ $185 · 480 GEL | €664 ≈ $740 · 1,922 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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