Cave city, walled fortress and the spa town of the Romanovs, at a civilised pace.
- —Borjomi park and the mineral spring; open-air hot pools in the forest
- —Rabati fortress at Akhaltsikhe and its museum
- —Vardzia early in the morning, before the buses
- —Sapara monastery in its hidden gorge
- —Night in a Borjomi hotel among the pines
Map: OpenStreetMap · Road route and driving times: OSRM · Times exclude stops.
- ✓ Private car with driver
- ✓ English-speaking guide
- ✓ One night in a 4-star hotel in Borjomi, breakfast included
- ✓ All entrances
- — Lunches and dinner
- · Can end in Kutaisi instead of Tbilisi for onward travel west
- · Bakuriani can be added as a third day
What is Meskhetian wine?
The revived wine tradition of Samtskhe, with terraced vineyards and grapes found nowhere else; we taste it on day 2.
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.
Vardzia cave monastery complex carved into the cliffside above the Kura River valley. · Photo: Bernard Gagnon / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0
| Group | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller | €896 ≈ $998 · 2,592 GEL | €896 ≈ $998 · 2,592 GEL |
| 2 travellers | €560 ≈ $624 · 1,620 GEL | €1,120 ≈ $1,249 · 3,241 GEL |
| 3 travellers | €532 ≈ $593 · 1,539 GEL | €1,596 ≈ $1,779 · 4,618 GEL |
| 4–6 travellers | €476 ≈ $530 · 1,377 GEL | €1,904 ≈ $2,122 · 5,509 GEL for four |
Private tour: your own car and driver, guide and hotels as described. 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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How long does the tour last and what time does it start?
This is a 2-day, 1-night private tour starting around 08:30 from your Tbilisi hotel, though the pickup time can be adjusted to suit you since every departure is private. You return to Tbilisi on the evening of day 2, with the option to end in Kutaisi instead for onward travel west.
What is included in the price, and what is not?
Yes. Pickup from Kutaisi, Batumi, the airports or any address in Georgia can be arranged; the price adjusts for the extra distance and we confirm it in writing before you book. See also our airport transfers and car-with-driver service at gtour.ge/services/.
Is this tour suitable for children or older travellers?
The tour text lists a minimum age of 12, so it is best suited to older children, teens and adults. It is run at a civilised pace with a private car and overnight hotel stay, which should also suit older travellers, though the walking at Vardzia's cave city and Rabati fortress involves some uneven terrain and stairs.
Is the tour accessible for people with limited mobility?
The tour text does not specifically address mobility restrictions, but Vardzia is a cave city with climbing and stairs, and Rabati and Sapara also involve walking on uneven ground. If you have mobility concerns, it is best to mention this when booking so the pace and stops can be adjusted.
What is the group size, and is this a private tour?
Yes, this is entirely private — just you and your travelling companions with a dedicated car, driver and English-speaking guide. The listed price of 420 euros per person is based on two travellers; solo travellers or larger groups are quoted on request.
Can the tour start from Kutaisi or Batumi instead of Tbilisi?
Yes. Pickup from Kutaisi, Batumi, the airports or any address in Georgia can be arranged; the price adjusts for the extra distance and we confirm it in writing before you book. See also our airport transfers and car-with-driver service at gtour.ge/services/.
What is the best season to do this tour, and will the hot pools be open?
The tour visits Borjomi's forest, open-air hot mineral pools, and the cave city of Vardzia, all of which are enjoyable spring through autumn; the text does not specify a fixed season. Georgia's southern Samtskhe region can be cooler at altitude, so check conditions if travelling in winter.
What should I bring on this tour?
Since the itinerary includes open-air hot pools in Borjomi forest and walking through Vardzia's cave city, Rabati fortress and Sapara monastery's gorge, bring comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and towel for the hot pools, and layers for changing temperatures. The text does not list a formal packing list beyond this, so dress for a day of sightseeing and a night in Borjomi.
How do I pay for the tour and what is the cancellation policy?
Private tour, priced per person for two travelling together (see the price table above for 1, 3 and 4–6 travellers). A deposit of 20 % confirms the booking; the balance is paid on arrival or by secure card link before the tour. Free cancellation up to 7 days before departure, 50 % refund up to 48 hours before, no refund after that; if a mountain pass closes we re-route or reschedule at no cost. Full terms: gtour.ge/booking-conditions/.
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DepartureYour hotel in Tbilisi — we collect you
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Departure Time08:30, or the time you prefer — every departure is private
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Return TimeDay 2, early evening, at your hotel in Tbilisi
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Included
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Not Included
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Maps
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