Queen Tamar's arched bridges, the Mirveti waterfall walk and a village lunch of khachapuri and borano, along the Machakhela valley road to the Turkish border.
| 08:30 | Pickup in Batumi, drive south through Khelvachauri into the Machakhela valley. |
| 09:30 | Stop at the first of the Queen Tamar arched bridges, a short walk to view the stonework up close. |
| 10:15 | Continue upriver to Mirveti waterfall, a 20-minute walk from the car park on a moderate path. |
| 11:15 | Short stop at the Machakhela National Park visitor centre for exhibits on the forest and the border zone. |
| 12:30 | Village lunch of Adjarian khachapuri, borano, local greens, bread and tea. |
| 14:00 | Return drive along the valley road to Batumi, drop-off by around 15:30. |
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, the pace is easy and the waterfall walk is short, though the stone steps need supervision for small children.
Do we need our passports?
Yes, part of the route runs through a border-adjacent zone, so carry a passport; any specific requirements are checked at booking.
Is the lunch vegetarian-friendly?
Both the khachapuri and borano are vegetarian; tell us in advance about other dietary needs.
What happens if it rains?
The tour runs in light rain; in heavy rain we may reorder the stops or skip the waterfall path for safety.