3 Day tour in Tbilisi and Lopota Lake resort.
Day 1
Transfer from the Airport
Accommodation in a hotel .
In Tbilisi tourists can discover the locus of different religions and cultures. A special place where
Mosque, Synagogue and Orthodox Christian churches can be found in close proximity.
On Metekhi street they will find old Tbilisi yards and narrow passageways, famouse Sharden street with
open cafes and night clubs, fortress of Narikala overlooking Tbilisi. Tourists can take a cable car to get to
the fortress and monument of Mother of Georgia and enjoy great view of the old capital from the top of
the mountain.
Day 2
Transfer to the Lopota Lake resort
Lopota Lake Resort in the Kakheti region, near the city of Telavi. Lake Lopota is a beautiful, picturesque,
and well managed resort that caters for all the customer’s needs. t the lake they offer guests a wide
range of entertainments and activities including: fishing, cycling and horse riding amongst others. The
lake is also in a privileged location of great natural beauty. The ideal location for your vacation.
Day 3
Transfer to Tbilisi
Free time During the day we can book rooms in Georgian old traditional sulfur spa or by the evening book a table
in a fancy Georgian restaurant with live music and national dance show which will be perfect ending of this unforgettable journey.
Prices and Conditions :-
Total Price for 1 Pax In case of 3* hotel in Tbilisi (Penthouse or David Sultan)- 585 USD. With child 695 USD
In case of 4* hotel in Tbilisi – (Vere palace or Betsy) 780 USD. With child 890 USD.
In case of 5* hotel in Tbilisi –Marriott Tbilisi 915 USD. With child 1045 USD.
Radisson Blu 1025 USD .With child 1155 USD.
Total Prise for 2 Pax.
in case of 3* hotel in Tbilisi –(Penthouse or David Sultan) 704 USD.With child 815 USD.
In case of 4* hotel in Tbilisi – (Vere palace or Betsy) 825 USD. With child 935 USD.
In case of 5* hotel in Tbilisi –Marriott Tbilisi 1035 USD. With child 1165 USD.
Radisson Blu 1155 USD .With child 1275 USD.
Total Prise for 3 Pax.
In case of 3* hotel in Tbilisi - 825 USD. With child USD.
Price includes:
- All transfers
- 2 nights’ accommodation in Tbilisi (BB).
- 1 night accommodation in Lopota Lake (FB)
- Excursion in Tbilisi with guide assistance.
For booking or inquiry just email or call us http://adventure-georgia.com/contact.html
SECOND PACKAGE(2)
Cradle of Wine
Day 1
Tbilisi – David Gareji – Sighnaghi
Today we will drive to the east Georgia. We will visit David Gareji cave complex (UNESCO heritage). The complex was founded in the 6th century by David (St. David Garejeli), one of the thirteen Assyrian monks who arrived in the country at the same time. His disciples Dodo and Luciane expanded the original lavra and founded two other monasteries known as Dodo’s Rka (literally, “the horn of Dodo”) and Natlismtsemeli (“the Baptist”). The monastery saw further development under the guidance of the 9th-century Georgian saint Ilarion. The convent was particularly patronized by the Georgian royal and noble families. The 12th-century Georgian king Demetre I, the author of the famous Georgian religious hymn Thou Art a Vineyard, even chose David Gareja as a place of his confinement after he abdicated the throne. Afterwards drive to Sighnaghi Love town. On the way we will have a stop at Bodbe monastery of St. Nino. According to Georgian tradition, St. Nino, having witnessed the conversion of Georgians to the Christian faith, withdrew to the Bodbe gorge, in Kakheti, where she died c. 338-340. At the behest of King Mirian III (r. 284-361), a small monastery was built at the place where Nino was buried. The monastery gained particular prominence in the late Middle Ages. It was particularly favored by the kings of Kakheti who made choice of the monastery as the place of their coronation. Pillaged by the troops of Shah Abbas I of Persia in 1615, the Bodbe monastery was restored by King Teimuraz I of Kakheti (r. 1605-1648). With the revival of monastic life in Bodbe, a theological school was opened. The monastery also operated one of the largest depositories of religious books in Georgia and was home to several religious writers and scribes. In Sighnaghi we will visit Local wine cellar “Pheasant’s Tears”, where we taste 4 sorts of wine and 1 sort of “Chacha” with bread and cheese. Then drive to the village Tibaani nearby to visit local farmer’s cellar and visit family wine cellar with wine and “Chacha” tasting. Have dinner there and drive back to Sighnaghi. Sighnaghi and its environs are home to several historical and cultural monuments and has been specifically protected by the State since 1975. The town is walled with the remnants of 18th-century fortifications. There are two Georgian Orthodox churches in the town itself – one dedicated to St. George and the other to St. Stephen. The local Ethnographic and Archaeological Museum dating from the 1950s was upgraded and developed into a modern-standard exhibition – the Sighnaghi Museum – in 2007.
Overnight in Sighnaghi.
Today we will drive to the east Georgia. We will visit David Gareji cave complex (UNESCO heritage). The complex was founded in the 6th century by David (St. David Garejeli), one of the thirteen Assyrian monks who arrived in the country at the same time. His disciples Dodo and Luciane expanded the original lavra and founded two other monasteries known as Dodo’s Rka (literally, “the horn of Dodo”) and Natlismtsemeli (“the Baptist”). The monastery saw further development under the guidance of the 9th-century Georgian saint Ilarion. The convent was particularly patronized by the Georgian royal and noble families. The 12th-century Georgian king Demetre I, the author of the famous Georgian religious hymn Thou Art a Vineyard, even chose David Gareja as a place of his confinement after he abdicated the throne. Afterwards drive to Sighnaghi Love town. On the way we will have a stop at Bodbe monastery of St. Nino. According to Georgian tradition, St. Nino, having witnessed the conversion of Georgians to the Christian faith, withdrew to the Bodbe gorge, in Kakheti, where she died c. 338-340. At the behest of King Mirian III (r. 284-361), a small monastery was built at the place where Nino was buried. The monastery gained particular prominence in the late Middle Ages. It was particularly favored by the kings of Kakheti who made choice of the monastery as the place of their coronation. Pillaged by the troops of Shah Abbas I of Persia in 1615, the Bodbe monastery was restored by King Teimuraz I of Kakheti (r. 1605-1648). With the revival of monastic life in Bodbe, a theological school was opened. The monastery also operated one of the largest depositories of religious books in Georgia and was home to several religious writers and scribes. In Sighnaghi we will visit Local wine cellar “Pheasant’s Tears”, where we taste 4 sorts of wine and 1 sort of “Chacha” with bread and cheese. Then drive to the village Tibaani nearby to visit local farmer’s cellar and visit family wine cellar with wine and “Chacha” tasting. Have dinner there and drive back to Sighnaghi. Sighnaghi and its environs are home to several historical and cultural monuments and has been specifically protected by the State since 1975. The town is walled with the remnants of 18th-century fortifications. There are two Georgian Orthodox churches in the town itself – one dedicated to St. George and the other to St. Stephen. The local Ethnographic and Archaeological Museum dating from the 1950s was upgraded and developed into a modern-standard exhibition – the Sighnaghi Museum – in 2007.
Overnight in Sighnaghi.
Day 2
Sighnaghi – Gurjaani – Telavi
After breakfast from Sighnaghi we will drive to Gurjaani. On the way we make some sightseeing, visit Gurjaani All saints’ Church, which is the only two domed church in Georgia. Visit Gurjaani wine cellar. We will make Excursion, with tasting of 2 sorts of wine and “chacha”, Georgian bread “Shoti”, Imeretian cheese “Sulguni” and season fruit. There is 2 centuries old press (equipment used for wine squeezing), which is until now used for the purpose of making wine and which presents the pride of our cellar. Here you can also see old earthen crocks (“kvevri”), where different types of wine are stored. Wine house produces its own vintage wine (Kvevri), which is decorated with appropriate etiquette and production history. Guests can bottle wine which they take out of “kvevri” with their own hands and purchase it in a sealed condition. Professional (certified) sommelier lead the wine tasting for you. Afterwards drive to one of the most famous wine factories in Georgia “Teliany valley”. Make Excursion, tasting of 2 sorts of wine, Georgian bread “Shoti”, Imeretian cheese “Sulguni and fruit. Drive to Telavi city. First archaeological findings from Telavi date back to Bronze Age. One of the earliest surviving accounts of Telavi is from the 2nd century AD, by Greek geographer Claudius Ptolemaeus, who mentions the name Teleda (a reference to Telavi). Telavi began to transform into a fairly important and large political and administrative center in the 8th century AD. Interesting information on Telavi is provided in the records by an Arab geographer Al-Muqaddasi of the 10th century, who mentions Telavi along with such important cities of that time’s Caucasus as Tbilisi, Shamkhor, Ganja, Shemakha and Shirvan. Speaking about the population of Telavi, Al-Muqaddasi points out that for the most part is consisted of Christians.
Overnight in Telavi.
After breakfast from Sighnaghi we will drive to Gurjaani. On the way we make some sightseeing, visit Gurjaani All saints’ Church, which is the only two domed church in Georgia. Visit Gurjaani wine cellar. We will make Excursion, with tasting of 2 sorts of wine and “chacha”, Georgian bread “Shoti”, Imeretian cheese “Sulguni” and season fruit. There is 2 centuries old press (equipment used for wine squeezing), which is until now used for the purpose of making wine and which presents the pride of our cellar. Here you can also see old earthen crocks (“kvevri”), where different types of wine are stored. Wine house produces its own vintage wine (Kvevri), which is decorated with appropriate etiquette and production history. Guests can bottle wine which they take out of “kvevri” with their own hands and purchase it in a sealed condition. Professional (certified) sommelier lead the wine tasting for you. Afterwards drive to one of the most famous wine factories in Georgia “Teliany valley”. Make Excursion, tasting of 2 sorts of wine, Georgian bread “Shoti”, Imeretian cheese “Sulguni and fruit. Drive to Telavi city. First archaeological findings from Telavi date back to Bronze Age. One of the earliest surviving accounts of Telavi is from the 2nd century AD, by Greek geographer Claudius Ptolemaeus, who mentions the name Teleda (a reference to Telavi). Telavi began to transform into a fairly important and large political and administrative center in the 8th century AD. Interesting information on Telavi is provided in the records by an Arab geographer Al-Muqaddasi of the 10th century, who mentions Telavi along with such important cities of that time’s Caucasus as Tbilisi, Shamkhor, Ganja, Shemakha and Shirvan. Speaking about the population of Telavi, Al-Muqaddasi points out that for the most part is consisted of Christians.
Overnight in Telavi.
Day 3
Telavi sightseeings
Today we will visit palace Museum of Georgian King Erekle the 2nd. The penultimate king of the united kingdoms of Kakheti and Kartli in eastern Georgia, his reign is regarded as the swan-song of the Georgian monarchy.[3] Aided by his personal abilities and the unrest in the Persian Empire, Erekle established himself as a de facto independent ruler and attempted to modernize the government, economics, and military. Overwhelmed by the internal and external menaces to Georgia’s precarious independence and its temporary hegemony in eastern Transcaucasia, he placed his kingdom under the formal Russian protection in 1783, but the move did not prevent Georgia from being devastated by the Persian invasion in 1795. Erekle died in 1798, leaving the throne to his moribund heir, George XII. Visit also Alaverdi Cathedral, which was the highest church before building Tbilisi St. Trinity Church. Architecture of Alaverdi is one of most outstanding examples of Kakhetian and Georgian Architecture. The monastery was founded by the Assyrian monk Joseph (Yoseb, Amba) Alaverdeli, who came from Antioch and settled in Alaverdi and then a small village and former pagan religious center dedicated to the Moon. At the beginning of the 11th century, Kakhetian King Kvirike the Great built a cathedral, today known as Alaverdi Cathedral, in the place of a small church of St. George. At a height of over 55 meters, Alaverdi Cathedral is the second tallest religious building in Georgia, after the recently consecrated Tbilisi Sameba Cathedral. It is the focus of the annual religious celebration Alaverdoba. Visit Ikalto Academy, which was founded in 11th 12th centuries and first rector of this academy was Arsen Ikaltoeli, who moved here from Gelati Academy located in Kutaisi. Afterwards drive to “Shumi” wine factory, where we will taste 3 sorts of wine. Wine Company Shumi was once more successful at the Internationl Wine Competion held in London-”International Wine Challenge 2008″. The following wines were awarded: “Shumi” (dry white) – Certificate; “Tsinandali” (dry White) –Certificate; “Shumi” (dry Red) – Bronze; “Saperavi” (dry Red) – Bronze. Afterwards visit one of the most famous wine factories in Georgia “Telavi wine cellar”. After excursion and wine tasting we drive to local farmer’s cellar and restaurant “kakhuri Ezo” – Kakhetia Yard. Have welcome dinner with local cuisine. In case of a group of 10 pax, guests for additional payment of USD 25 can take part in bread baking, “Mtsvadi” and “Churchkhela” making and of course in Khinkali preparing and enjoy dinner prepared by their own hands. They will also see how is made Georgia “Chacha”..
Overnight in Telavi.
Today we will visit palace Museum of Georgian King Erekle the 2nd. The penultimate king of the united kingdoms of Kakheti and Kartli in eastern Georgia, his reign is regarded as the swan-song of the Georgian monarchy.[3] Aided by his personal abilities and the unrest in the Persian Empire, Erekle established himself as a de facto independent ruler and attempted to modernize the government, economics, and military. Overwhelmed by the internal and external menaces to Georgia’s precarious independence and its temporary hegemony in eastern Transcaucasia, he placed his kingdom under the formal Russian protection in 1783, but the move did not prevent Georgia from being devastated by the Persian invasion in 1795. Erekle died in 1798, leaving the throne to his moribund heir, George XII. Visit also Alaverdi Cathedral, which was the highest church before building Tbilisi St. Trinity Church. Architecture of Alaverdi is one of most outstanding examples of Kakhetian and Georgian Architecture. The monastery was founded by the Assyrian monk Joseph (Yoseb, Amba) Alaverdeli, who came from Antioch and settled in Alaverdi and then a small village and former pagan religious center dedicated to the Moon. At the beginning of the 11th century, Kakhetian King Kvirike the Great built a cathedral, today known as Alaverdi Cathedral, in the place of a small church of St. George. At a height of over 55 meters, Alaverdi Cathedral is the second tallest religious building in Georgia, after the recently consecrated Tbilisi Sameba Cathedral. It is the focus of the annual religious celebration Alaverdoba. Visit Ikalto Academy, which was founded in 11th 12th centuries and first rector of this academy was Arsen Ikaltoeli, who moved here from Gelati Academy located in Kutaisi. Afterwards drive to “Shumi” wine factory, where we will taste 3 sorts of wine. Wine Company Shumi was once more successful at the Internationl Wine Competion held in London-”International Wine Challenge 2008″. The following wines were awarded: “Shumi” (dry white) – Certificate; “Tsinandali” (dry White) –Certificate; “Shumi” (dry Red) – Bronze; “Saperavi” (dry Red) – Bronze. Afterwards visit one of the most famous wine factories in Georgia “Telavi wine cellar”. After excursion and wine tasting we drive to local farmer’s cellar and restaurant “kakhuri Ezo” – Kakhetia Yard. Have welcome dinner with local cuisine. In case of a group of 10 pax, guests for additional payment of USD 25 can take part in bread baking, “Mtsvadi” and “Churchkhela” making and of course in Khinkali preparing and enjoy dinner prepared by their own hands. They will also see how is made Georgia “Chacha”..
Overnight in Telavi.
Day 4
Telavi – Lopota – Napareuli
Hangover with Georgian “Chacha” and Chinkali and drive to Gremi Monastery. Gremi was the capital of the Kingdom of Kakheti in the 16th and 17th centuries. Founded by Levan of Kakheti, it functioned as a lively trading town on the Silk Road and royal residence until being razed to the ground by the armies of Shah Abbas I of Persia in 1615. The town never regained its past prosperity and the kings of Kakheti transferred their capital to Telavi in the mid-17th century. The town appears to have occupied the area of approximately 40 hectares and to have been composed of three principal parts – the Archangels’ Church complex, the royal residence and the commercial neighborhood. Afterwards drive to Lopota Lake, where we will visit local cellar and taste red and white wines form “Qvevri” and take some time for rest and fishing on the lake. There are woven baskets for fishing in front of the lake, home to white amur, carp, and trout. Lapota has fishing rods available and you can have hand-caught fish for lunch. Afterwards drive to Napareuli village, where we will taste wine from “Twins old Cellar”, enjoy dinner and overnight in the boutique hotel which overlooks the vineyard. The ancestors of kakhetian man, twins Gia and Gela Gamtkitsulashvili, returned to their base, restored the ancestral wine cellar in Kakheti, village Naphareili, the place where river Lopota joins river Alazani. They cultivated Georgian vine and revived forgotten tradition of making “Bio wine” in clay vessels. The best Kakhetian white and red wines are made in this wine cellar..
Overnight in Napareuli.
Hangover with Georgian “Chacha” and Chinkali and drive to Gremi Monastery. Gremi was the capital of the Kingdom of Kakheti in the 16th and 17th centuries. Founded by Levan of Kakheti, it functioned as a lively trading town on the Silk Road and royal residence until being razed to the ground by the armies of Shah Abbas I of Persia in 1615. The town never regained its past prosperity and the kings of Kakheti transferred their capital to Telavi in the mid-17th century. The town appears to have occupied the area of approximately 40 hectares and to have been composed of three principal parts – the Archangels’ Church complex, the royal residence and the commercial neighborhood. Afterwards drive to Lopota Lake, where we will visit local cellar and taste red and white wines form “Qvevri” and take some time for rest and fishing on the lake. There are woven baskets for fishing in front of the lake, home to white amur, carp, and trout. Lapota has fishing rods available and you can have hand-caught fish for lunch. Afterwards drive to Napareuli village, where we will taste wine from “Twins old Cellar”, enjoy dinner and overnight in the boutique hotel which overlooks the vineyard. The ancestors of kakhetian man, twins Gia and Gela Gamtkitsulashvili, returned to their base, restored the ancestral wine cellar in Kakheti, village Naphareili, the place where river Lopota joins river Alazani. They cultivated Georgian vine and revived forgotten tradition of making “Bio wine” in clay vessels. The best Kakhetian white and red wines are made in this wine cellar..
Overnight in Napareuli.
Day 5
Napareuli – Tsinandali – Tbilisi
After breakfast drive to “Schuchman wines Georgia” wine factory. On his travels, wine connoisseur Burkhard Schuchmann discovered Georgia and its longstanding wine tradition. He soon recognized the potential of the Caucasus-sheltered grape varieties such as Saperavi, Rkatsiteli, Mtsvane, Ojaleshi, and Kisi – to name but a few – from which great wines are made. Having traveled countless kilometers across Kakheti and surveyed scores of vineyards along with viticulturists and other experts, he worked out a plan to both ensure and even enhance to European standards the quality of Georgian grapes by applying “sustainable wine-growing and wine-aging methods”. The Georgian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, together with the Ministry of Economic Development and the National Investment Agency, have jointly held the Small and Medium Sized Enterprises Competition the purpose of which was to determine the best company of 2008 in the field of small and medium business. Have excursion and wine tasting and drive to Tsinandali. Visit house museum of Prince Aleksandre Chavchavadze, with beautiful garden and wine cellar, where we will taste 5 sorts of wine. Alexander Chavchavadze inherited this village, lying in the Alazani River vally, from his father, Prince Garsevan. He refurbished the estate, constructed a new Italianate palace and built a decorative garden in 1835. It was the place where Chavchavadze frequently entertained foreign guests with music, wit, and – most especially – the fine vintages made at his estate winery (marani). Familiar with European ways, Chavchavadze built Georgia’s oldest and largest winery where he combined European and centuries-long Georgian winemaking traditions. The highly regarded dry white Tsinandali is still produced there. Drive back to Tbilisi and have the Evening Tbilisi city tour..
Overnight in Tbilisi.
After breakfast drive to “Schuchman wines Georgia” wine factory. On his travels, wine connoisseur Burkhard Schuchmann discovered Georgia and its longstanding wine tradition. He soon recognized the potential of the Caucasus-sheltered grape varieties such as Saperavi, Rkatsiteli, Mtsvane, Ojaleshi, and Kisi – to name but a few – from which great wines are made. Having traveled countless kilometers across Kakheti and surveyed scores of vineyards along with viticulturists and other experts, he worked out a plan to both ensure and even enhance to European standards the quality of Georgian grapes by applying “sustainable wine-growing and wine-aging methods”. The Georgian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, together with the Ministry of Economic Development and the National Investment Agency, have jointly held the Small and Medium Sized Enterprises Competition the purpose of which was to determine the best company of 2008 in the field of small and medium business. Have excursion and wine tasting and drive to Tsinandali. Visit house museum of Prince Aleksandre Chavchavadze, with beautiful garden and wine cellar, where we will taste 5 sorts of wine. Alexander Chavchavadze inherited this village, lying in the Alazani River vally, from his father, Prince Garsevan. He refurbished the estate, constructed a new Italianate palace and built a decorative garden in 1835. It was the place where Chavchavadze frequently entertained foreign guests with music, wit, and – most especially – the fine vintages made at his estate winery (marani). Familiar with European ways, Chavchavadze built Georgia’s oldest and largest winery where he combined European and centuries-long Georgian winemaking traditions. The highly regarded dry white Tsinandali is still produced there. Drive back to Tbilisi and have the Evening Tbilisi city tour..
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Prices and Conditions :-
Package price per person in double/twin occupancy: 720USD
Single supplement: 165 USD
Single supplement: 165 USD
Package includes the following:
Transportation with a/c vehicle
English/Russian speaking guide
Accommodation in 3* hotels with BB
1 bottle of water per person per day
Transportation with a/c vehicle
English/Russian speaking guide
Accommodation in 3* hotels with BB
1 bottle of water per person per day
Package exclude the following:
Flights
Lunches and dinners
Museum entrance fees
Wine factory entrance and wine tasting fees
Flights
Lunches and dinners
Museum entrance fees
Wine factory entrance and wine tasting fees
Accommodation in Tbilisi:
4* hotel in Tbilisi double/twin room:40USD per person
4* hotel in Tbilisi single room: 70 USD per person
5* hotel in Tbilisi double/twin room: 110 USD per person
5* hotel in Tbilisi single room: 200 USD per person
4* hotel in Tbilisi double/twin room:40USD per person
4* hotel in Tbilisi single room: 70 USD per person
5* hotel in Tbilisi double/twin room: 110 USD per person
5* hotel in Tbilisi single room: 200 USD per person
Additional Supplements:
Meals:
HB: 65USD per person
FB: 130USD per person
Meals:
HB: 65USD per person
FB: 130USD per person
For booking or inquiry just email or call us http://adventure-georgia.com/contact.html
THIRD PACKAGE(3)
Easter in Georgia
Day 1
Tbilisi
Cathedral Church Arrival in Tbilisi, Meeting at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
After the accommodating, tourists will attend the evening prayer at SAMEBA Cathedral church. The Tbilisi Holy Trinity Cathedral commonly known as Sameba is the main Georgian Orthodox Christian cathedral, which is located in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. Catehdral has constructed between 1995 and 2004, it is the largest religious buildings in Georgia and the Caucasus.
Overnight in Tbilisi.
After the accommodating, tourists will attend the evening prayer at SAMEBA Cathedral church. The Tbilisi Holy Trinity Cathedral commonly known as Sameba is the main Georgian Orthodox Christian cathedral, which is located in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. Catehdral has constructed between 1995 and 2004, it is the largest religious buildings in Georgia and the Caucasus.
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 2
Tbilisi/Kakheti/Shuamta/Alaverdi
After breakfast the group will attend the morning prayer at Sioni church. The “Sioni” Cathedral of the Dormition is a Georgian Orthodox cathedral in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. Following a medieval Georgian tradition of naming churches after particular places in the Holy Land, the Sioni Cathedral bears the name of Mount Zion at Jerusalem. It is commonly known as the “Tbilisi Sioni” to distinguish it from several other churches across Georgia bearing the name Sioni. It was initially built in the 6th-7th centuries. Since then, it has been destroyed by foreign invaders and reconstructed several times. The current church is based on a 13th-century version with some changes from the 17th to 19th centuries. The Sioni Cathedral was the main Georgian Orthodox Cathedral and the seat of Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia until the Holy Trinity Cathedral was consecrated in 2004. After prayer group will start journey in Kakheti. Kakheti region is rich with the monasteries and churches. First visit the two of the most important and most beautiful architectural monuments of Kakheti, the Old and the New Shuamta Monasteries. The Old Shuamta is the 5th century basilica, and New Shuamta of 16th century. After Shuamta complex visit Alaverdi Cathedral (11th century), The monastery was founded by the Assyrian monk Joseph (Yoseb, Amba) Alaverdeli, who came from Antioch and settled in Alaverdi, in a small village at the beginning of the 11th century.
Overnight in Telavi.
After breakfast the group will attend the morning prayer at Sioni church. The “Sioni” Cathedral of the Dormition is a Georgian Orthodox cathedral in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. Following a medieval Georgian tradition of naming churches after particular places in the Holy Land, the Sioni Cathedral bears the name of Mount Zion at Jerusalem. It is commonly known as the “Tbilisi Sioni” to distinguish it from several other churches across Georgia bearing the name Sioni. It was initially built in the 6th-7th centuries. Since then, it has been destroyed by foreign invaders and reconstructed several times. The current church is based on a 13th-century version with some changes from the 17th to 19th centuries. The Sioni Cathedral was the main Georgian Orthodox Cathedral and the seat of Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia until the Holy Trinity Cathedral was consecrated in 2004. After prayer group will start journey in Kakheti. Kakheti region is rich with the monasteries and churches. First visit the two of the most important and most beautiful architectural monuments of Kakheti, the Old and the New Shuamta Monasteries. The Old Shuamta is the 5th century basilica, and New Shuamta of 16th century. After Shuamta complex visit Alaverdi Cathedral (11th century), The monastery was founded by the Assyrian monk Joseph (Yoseb, Amba) Alaverdeli, who came from Antioch and settled in Alaverdi, in a small village at the beginning of the 11th century.
Overnight in Telavi.
Day 3
Bodbe/Signagi/Davit Gareji/Tbilisi
After breakfast the group will start journey and the first place which they willhave to visit is the grave of St. Nino held here in a Bodbe monastery (4th century) and taste the water from the spring which is considered to be miraculous. Near Bodbe we will visit fortified town of Signagi (17th century) and will enjoy the splendid views of the Great Caucasus Mountains. The next place which we will visit is David Gareji cave complex, which is located in a stark, semi-desert landscape. This monastery was founded in 6th century by one of the Syrian fathers David. Later on it grew and consisted of 19 monasteries. It was one of the major spiritual centers which wereused to house even 6000 monks on special religious days. Afterwards the group will return back to Tbilisi. We will have a rest at the hotel and then meet the Easter in Sameba Cathedrals. The amazing day will be finished with the Easter Celebration party at ,,Maspindzelo” restaurant.
Overnight in Tbilisi.
After breakfast the group will start journey and the first place which they willhave to visit is the grave of St. Nino held here in a Bodbe monastery (4th century) and taste the water from the spring which is considered to be miraculous. Near Bodbe we will visit fortified town of Signagi (17th century) and will enjoy the splendid views of the Great Caucasus Mountains. The next place which we will visit is David Gareji cave complex, which is located in a stark, semi-desert landscape. This monastery was founded in 6th century by one of the Syrian fathers David. Later on it grew and consisted of 19 monasteries. It was one of the major spiritual centers which wereused to house even 6000 monks on special religious days. Afterwards the group will return back to Tbilisi. We will have a rest at the hotel and then meet the Easter in Sameba Cathedrals. The amazing day will be finished with the Easter Celebration party at ,,Maspindzelo” restaurant.
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 4
Mtsxeta/Jvari/Sveticxoveli/Samtavisi/Gori
After breakfast we will drive to Mtskheta, which is the old capital of Georgia town museum, the city where the holy fathers were met by Georgian King Parsman and Catholicos Evlavios. We will visit Jvari monastery (6-7 cc.), located at the top of the hill and is the place where the missionary St Nino herself erected a cross (“jvari” in Georgian) in the 4th century to mark the coming of Christianity to Georgia. Two centuries later, this monastery was built on the same spot. Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11 c.) where The holy fathers venerated the myrrh-streaming wood of the Living Pillar and the Robe of Christ; Visit Samtavisi which is an eleventh-century Georgian Orthodox cathedral in easter Georgia, in the region of Shida Kartli. According to a Georgian tradition, the first monastery on this place was founded by the Assyrian missionary Isidore in 572 and later rebuilt in the 10th century. Neither of these buildings has survived however.
Overnight in Gori.
After breakfast we will drive to Mtskheta, which is the old capital of Georgia town museum, the city where the holy fathers were met by Georgian King Parsman and Catholicos Evlavios. We will visit Jvari monastery (6-7 cc.), located at the top of the hill and is the place where the missionary St Nino herself erected a cross (“jvari” in Georgian) in the 4th century to mark the coming of Christianity to Georgia. Two centuries later, this monastery was built on the same spot. Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11 c.) where The holy fathers venerated the myrrh-streaming wood of the Living Pillar and the Robe of Christ; Visit Samtavisi which is an eleventh-century Georgian Orthodox cathedral in easter Georgia, in the region of Shida Kartli. According to a Georgian tradition, the first monastery on this place was founded by the Assyrian missionary Isidore in 572 and later rebuilt in the 10th century. Neither of these buildings has survived however.
Overnight in Gori.
Day 5
Gori/Ateni Sioni Church/Ufliscixe/Tomothe`s Ubani/Bakuriani.
After breakfast we will visit the Orthodox cathedral in Gori, and the Gori fortress in the hilltop. The territory of Gori has been populated since the early Bronze Age. According to the medieval Georgian chronicles, the town of Gori was founded by King David IV (r. 1089-1125) who settled refugees from Armenia there. However, the fortress of Gori (Goris-Tsikhe) appears to have been in use already in the 7th century, and archaeological evidence indicates the existence of an urban community in Classical Antiquity. Drive to Ateni Sioni Church which is an early 7th-century Georgian Orthodox church some 10 km (6 miles) south of the city of Gori, Georgia. It stands in a setting of the Tana River valley known not only for its historical monuments but also for its picturesque landscapes and wine. The name “Sioni” derives from Mount Zion at Jerusalem. Afterwards the group will visit Ufliscixe Cave Town (1st millennium BC), that’s the place where the Great Silk Road used to pass. St. Andrew’s missionary work was continued by St. Nino (4th century) and 13 Syrian fathers (6th century). Then Visit the Timothe`s Ubani, XI-XII century monastery and drive to famous Georgian ski resort Bakuriani.
Dinner and overnight in Bakuriani
After breakfast we will visit the Orthodox cathedral in Gori, and the Gori fortress in the hilltop. The territory of Gori has been populated since the early Bronze Age. According to the medieval Georgian chronicles, the town of Gori was founded by King David IV (r. 1089-1125) who settled refugees from Armenia there. However, the fortress of Gori (Goris-Tsikhe) appears to have been in use already in the 7th century, and archaeological evidence indicates the existence of an urban community in Classical Antiquity. Drive to Ateni Sioni Church which is an early 7th-century Georgian Orthodox church some 10 km (6 miles) south of the city of Gori, Georgia. It stands in a setting of the Tana River valley known not only for its historical monuments but also for its picturesque landscapes and wine. The name “Sioni” derives from Mount Zion at Jerusalem. Afterwards the group will visit Ufliscixe Cave Town (1st millennium BC), that’s the place where the Great Silk Road used to pass. St. Andrew’s missionary work was continued by St. Nino (4th century) and 13 Syrian fathers (6th century). Then Visit the Timothe`s Ubani, XI-XII century monastery and drive to famous Georgian ski resort Bakuriani.
Dinner and overnight in Bakuriani
Day 6
Xertvisi/Atskuri Temple/Vardzia/Tbilisi
The day starts with visiting Xertvisi, one of the oldest fortresses in Georgia. It is located in the South Georgia, was built in 985y. After visiting Xertvisi, the group will be led to Atskuri temple, fortress, located in the southern part of Georgia; Atskuri Temple – Fortress was built in the tenth century. It is situated near the Mtkvari River valley. The last destination the group will visit this day is cave town Vardzia, a rock-hewn complex on the left bank of the river Mtkvari was founded in the 12th -13th c.c., during the reign of Giorgi III and Queen Tamar. Initially planned as a town-fortress, the complex became a well fortified monastery, which had a significant role in political, cultural, educational and spiritual life of the country. In the middle of the complex there is a Church of Assumption, richly decorated with mural painting. Drive to Tbilisi.
Overnight in Tbilisi.
The day starts with visiting Xertvisi, one of the oldest fortresses in Georgia. It is located in the South Georgia, was built in 985y. After visiting Xertvisi, the group will be led to Atskuri temple, fortress, located in the southern part of Georgia; Atskuri Temple – Fortress was built in the tenth century. It is situated near the Mtkvari River valley. The last destination the group will visit this day is cave town Vardzia, a rock-hewn complex on the left bank of the river Mtkvari was founded in the 12th -13th c.c., during the reign of Giorgi III and Queen Tamar. Initially planned as a town-fortress, the complex became a well fortified monastery, which had a significant role in political, cultural, educational and spiritual life of the country. In the middle of the complex there is a Church of Assumption, richly decorated with mural painting. Drive to Tbilisi.
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 7
Visiting Tbilisi churches and sightseeings.
Today we vill visit Tbilisi monasters and Churchs. Metekhi, Anchixati, Narikala, Father Davit`s church on the holly mountain. In the evening Tourists will be able to enjoy the evening Tbilisi, Old Tbilisi Sulfur Baths, Next to Sioni Church tourist can discover Shardeni Street with its fashionable cozy cafes and art galleries.
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Today we vill visit Tbilisi monasters and Churchs. Metekhi, Anchixati, Narikala, Father Davit`s church on the holly mountain. In the evening Tourists will be able to enjoy the evening Tbilisi, Old Tbilisi Sulfur Baths, Next to Sioni Church tourist can discover Shardeni Street with its fashionable cozy cafes and art galleries.
Overnight in Tbilisi.
Day 8
Transfer to International Airport of Tbilisi. Departure home.
Rates in Euro in 3* hotel (city center) per person in DBL/Twin room occupancy for: 750USD Single Supplement in 3* hotel: 150USD
The rates include:
- 4 x overnight in Hotel 3* in Tbilisi
- 1 x overnight in Hotel 3* in Telavi
- 1 x overnight in Hotel 3* in Gori
- 1 x overnight in Hotel 3* in Bakuriani
- Breakfast at the hotels
- Dinner in Hotel in Bakuriani
- Easter Dinner
- English/Russian/Greek speaking tour guide
The rates do not include:
- Flight
- Travel insurance
- Alcohol beverages
- Museum entrance fees
- Dinner and supper
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