Georgia Christmas Group Trip | Tbilisi, Gudauri & Kazbegi

Wake up to a pleasant morning and a welcoming atmosphere in Tbilisi.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel and get ready for an exciting day ahead.

Today, we will step out for a full day of local sightseeing on a Tbilisi city tour, a perfect combination of old and new, and a highlight of your Georgia Tbilisi tour.

We will start by visiting the Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi, also known as a symbol of new Georgia and an unmissable feature of the Tbilisi skyline.

We will then proceed for a walking tour of the Old Town, also known as the Tbilisi Historic District where we will visit the Meidan Bazar and Jan Shardeni Street.

Meidan Bazar is an underground shopping area within the heart of the Old Town, known for its mix of antique shops, traditional Georgian goods, and handmade crafts.

And Shardeni Street is a vibrant cultural and social hub with cafes, bars, clubs, and galleries.

Later, we will cross the famous Peace Bridge and walk to Rike Park.

The Peace Bridge is a pedestrian bridge over the Kura River and has a sleek design and a glass canopy, which makes it an iconic landmark in Tbilisi.

From the Rike Park, we will embark on a short cable car ride to Narikala Hill, which overlooks the entire city.

Soak in the panoramic city views and click some pictures here against the background of a huge statue of Mother of Georgia standing above the old Tbilisi.

In the evening, we will head to board a unique funicular ride to Mtatsminda Park - a hilltop amusement park with stunning city views.

Here, you can spend the evening enjoying the various rides, exploring cosy cafes and restaurants.

Conclude the sightseeing by visiting the Chronicles of Georgia - an unfinished hilltop monument that depicts Georgian history and life of Christ.

After exploring Tbilisi, we will head back to your hotel and call it a day.

Overnight stay in Tbilisi.

Have your breakfast at your hotel in Tbilisi

Get ready for an exciting day as we will be taking a full-day Kakheti vineyard tour today.

Kakheti is Georgia's best-known wine region and a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Site in 2013, with a wide range of grape varieties grown.

Here, wines are made using the ancient Georgian method of Qvevris, which are clay pots sunk into the ground dating back to the 6th millennium BC.

After an immersive tour of Kakheti Traditional Winemaking (KTW) factory, and learning the traditional wine-making process with a side of wine tasting, we will proceed towards Bodbe Monastery.

The monastery is believed to be closely connected with the adoption of Christianity in Georgia and is surrounded by pretty vineyards, flower beds and a healing spring..

Walk through the gardens and vineyards, click photos and create memories at this ancient little serene place.

Next continue on your day tour to Signaghi, which is also known as Georgia’s City of Love, a small beautiful town in the Kakhetian region.

With cobbled streets and cosy houses with bright red tile roofs, this town’s architecture is in the style of southern Italian classicism.

Spend some time exploring this little quaint town which also has a special wedding house for sealing love stories into lasting bonds.

Proceed to head back to Tbilisi after a fun exploration of the ancient towns of Georgia.

Later, head back to your hotel and call it a night.

Overnight stay in Tbilisi.

Have your breakfast at your hotel in Tbilisi

Get ready for an exciting day as we will be travelling to Gudauri today.

Board your transfers and begin your journey on the S1 highway, a modern major highway that runs from Tbilisi to Leselidze.

We will first be driving towards the town of Mtskheta, also known as the Holy City which is located at the confluence of Kura and Aragvi River.

After a 40 mins road journey, we will reach the Jvari Monastery, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique architecture and historical significance.

This 6th-century Orthodox monastery perched on a hilltop offers panoramic views of Mtskheta and the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi Rivers.

Next, proceed to drive to reach the Zhinvali Water Reservoir made during the Soviet Era.

Later, we will continue our drive to the Ananuri complex, a former residence of Argveti Dukes.

Explore the Ananuri complex that features churches and towers dating back to 16th-17th centuries and overlooks the Jhinvali Reservoir.

Then, we will continue for another 1 hr to reach Gudauri- a popular ski resort town known for its mountainous landscapes and winter sports opportunities.

Once we reach Gudauri, check-in to your hotel.

Rest for the evening and call it a day.

Overnight stay in Gudauri

Have your breakfast at your hotel in Gudauri

Get ready for another exciting day, as we will be travelling to Gudauri Ski Resort and proceeding for a Kazbegi day trip, one of the highlights of this Georgia Christmas Tour Package.

Board your transfers and begin your journey on the Georgian Military Highway-a historic route connecting Tbilisi with Russia via the Caucasus mountains.

After a scenic drive of approximately 15 minutes, we will reach the Friendship Monument, which was made in the Soviet Era to celebrate the ongoing friendship between Soviet Georgia and Soviet Russia.

Here, we will enjoy some stunning views of the Caucasus mountain ranges and valleys.

Next, we will continue on our drive to Gudauri Ski resort tour, where you will have the options to Ski, snowmobile, paraglide, and take the cable cars or chairlifts to admire the views. (at your own expense).

After spending some time here, we will proceed towards Kazbegi, another picturesque alpine town nestled in the Greater Caucasus mountains.

We will then head towards the Gergeti Holy Trinity Church, which is one of Georgia’s most iconic landmarks with a backdrop of snow-capped peaks.

Located at an altitude of 2170 m, this church offers breathtaking views of Mt.Kazbegi and the valley around.

After completing our sightseeing for the day, we will then board our return transfers to Gudauri

Overnight stay in Gudauri.

Wake up to a pleasant morning in Gudauri and have your breakfast at the hotel.

Get ready to board your transfers back to Tbilisi today.

We will be taking a scenic drive through the Georgian Military Highway which offers stunning mountain views.

After a journey of approximately 2 hrs, we will reach Tbilisi.

Once you reach Tbilisi, check-in to your hotel.

Enjoy your final evening exploring Tbilisi's festive Christmas markets, sparkling lights, and cheerful cafés, making your Christmas in Georgia even more memorable.

Overnight stay in Tbilisi.

Wake up in Tbilisi and enjoy your breakfast at the hotel.

Pack your bags and get ready to board your transfers to the Tbilisi International Airport for your departure flight.

Your Georgia Christmas Group Trip concludes with a lot of fun memories and a camera full of pictures.

Depart with unforgettable memories, incredible photos, and perhaps a bottle of Georgian wine!