A four-day vacation in Georgia is a great choice if you are wondering where to spend your time if you only have four days.
Day 1.
Meeting at Tbilisi International Airport and transfer to the hotel. Free time.
Day 2.
Group excursion to Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia: Jvari Monastery, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Samtavro Monastery
Jvari Monastery (VI century) is located on the top of a mountain at the confluence of the Kura and Aragvi rivers near Mtskheta. From the mountain there is a stunning view of Mtskheta and you can see how the streams of two rivers – the Kura and Aragvi – merge. By 545, a small temple already stood on the “cross” mountain; it is now in ruins. A larger church in the form of a tetraconch, consecrated in honor of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, was erected between 586 and 604.
Svetitskhoveli is the cathedral patriarchal temple of the Georgian Orthodox Church in honor of the twelve Apostles, built in 1010-1029, on the site of the first Christian church in Georgia, erected over the grave of St. Sidonia, buried with the chiton of Jesus Christ taken out of Jerusalem. Svetitskhoveli has been the main cathedral of all Georgia for a millennium. One of the foundations of the temple was the sacred trunk (cedar) that stood at the burial place of the robe of Christ, after which the temple was named. (From Georgian: sveti – a pillar, tskhoveli – life-giving).
Samtavro Monastery is a Georgian Orthodox Christian monastery complex that combines Samtavro Transfiguration Church and Nunnery of St. Nino. It is believed that the first church on this site was built in the 4th century by King Mirian III.
Upon returning from Mtskheta, a sightseeing tour of the historical part of Tbilisi
Metekhi Plateau is a historical district of Tbilisi, located on a cliff overlooking the Mtkvari (Kura) River.
The monument “Georgian Mother” – which has become one of the symbols of Tbilisi. The statue symbolizes the Georgian national character: a female figure holds a cup of wine in her left hand to greet those who came as a friend, and in her right hand a sword for those who came as an enemy.
The Narikala Fortress is the most famous and ancient monument of Tbilisi antiquity, since the fourth century is called the date of construction of the fortress. The original name of the fortress was Shuris Tsikhe (Enviable Fortress), and the modern name was given by the Mongols, having captured Tbilisi – “narin kala” in Mongolian means “small fortress”.
Tbilisi Mosque – Juma Mosque, built nearby the Narikala fortress.
Abanotubani (Bath Quarter) is a historical district in the center of Tbilisi, famous for its complex of baths standing on natural sulfur springs. Baths form a separate quarter of the city, which is a popular place for many tourists.
Maidan is one of the most popular places in Tbilisi. An interesting journey through the exhibition tunnels of the Maidan Bazaar awaits you.
Sioni Cathedral (VI-XII centuries) – historically the main temple of Tbilisi, built in the name of the Assumption of the Mother of God – one of the most famous monuments of the old city, named after the Jerusalem Zion Mountain. Among the relics kept in the temple is the ancient cross of St. Nina, woven from vines, which, according to legend, the Mother of God handed over to St. Nina before sending her to Georgia.
Anchiskhati – a 6th century church dedicated to the Feast of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary. The oldest surviving church in Tbilisi.
Tbilisi State Puppet Theater named after Rezo Gabriadze – in the Old Town on Shavteli Street there is a small Puppet Theater (one of the attractions of Tbilisi), with only 80 seats. It was built by Rezo Gabriadze in 1981 and is adjacent to the oldest building in the city – the 6th century Anchiskhati Basilica.
The Bridge of Peace – a pedestrian bridge across the Kura River, connecting Heraclius II Street and Rike Park. The bridge offers stunning views of the city.
Day 3.
Free day in Tbilisi. On this day, you can additionally book an excursion from Tbilisi.
Day 4.
Transfer to Tbilisi International Airport.
Tour price: 230 Euro
The tour price is per person, based on double occupancy.
Payment can also be made in US dollars at the applicable exchange rate.
The price includes: accommodation in a 4-star hotel with breakfast in Old Tbilisi, services of a private guide, a group excursion to Mtskheta, airport-hotel and hotel-airport transfers.
