A full day from Kutaisi to the Dadiani princes' palace in Zugdidi, the ancient fortress of Nokalakevi and the towering Enguri arch dam.
| 08:00 | Pickup from your Kutaisi hotel, private driver and vehicle for the day. |
| 09:40 | Arrival in Zugdidi after the roughly 100 km drive; visit to the Dadiani Palace and its botanical garden, home to the Niko Dadiani Historical and Ethnographic Museum collection. |
| 11:15 | Drive to Nokalakevi, about 45 minutes, for a walk through the archaeopolis fortress site. |
| 12:30 | Megrelian lunch at a local restaurant, menu and timing checked at booking. |
| 14:00 | Drive to the Enguri Dam viewpoint via Jvari village, about an hour. |
| 15:15 | Time at the viewpoint for photographs of the dam wall and gorge, no border crossing involved. |
| 15:45 | Return drive to Kutaisi, about two hours, arrival by early evening. |
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.