Gems of Georgia
11 Days Starting and ending in UK
Visiting: Tbilisi, ሀመር።, Bodbe, Sighnaghi, Mtskheta, Gori, Kutaisi, Mestia, Borjomi, Akhaltsikhe, Vardzia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2003
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
8 - 32
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
16-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Situated between Europe and Asia in the Caucasus region, discover the beautiful mountain scenery and fascinating historic fortresses of Georgia, plus dig into delicious local cuisine and explore the popular city of Tbilisi. A cable car to Narikala Fortress Explore Svetitskhoveli Cathedral Visit the mountain village Ushguli Stop at historic Gelati Monastery Discover Vardzia, the city of caves Learn the history of Rabati Castle
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 - 2 : Fly To Tbilisi
Location: Tbilisi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals
Fly overnight to Tbilisi. On arrival, transfer to your hotel where you have the rest of the day at leisure
Day 3 : Tbilisi
Location: Tbilisi, Bodbe, Sighnaghi, Tbilisi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast drive to Kakheti, where you will Bodbe – a monastic complex. Continue to Signagi, and then back to Tbilisi for your city tour that includes a cable car ride up to Narikala Fortress. Take a walk in the park near the Sulfur bathhouses, and cross the Bridge of Peace-a modern glass bridge in high-tech style before stopping at the Flea Market.
Day 4 : Tbilisi To Kutaisi
Location: Mtskheta, Gori, Kutaisi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning you will drive to Mtskheta, spending time visiting the historical sights of Jvari church and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. You will visit the House Museum of Joseph Stalin in Gori, the cave town of Uplistsikhe before arriving in Kutaisi.
Day 5 : Caucasus Mountains
Location: Mestia
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Explore Sataplia caves, best known for dinosaur footprints alongside the cave, before continuing to Mestia. It is a lengthy journey with regular stops along the way. Arrive in Mestia this evening.
Day 6 : Mestia And Surrounds
Location: Mestia
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today starts with a visit to Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography, and then an exploration of Upper Svaneti. You will also visit the ancient villages of Mulakhi, Ipari and Kala. Return to Mestia
Day 7 : Mestia To Kutaisi
Location: Kutaisi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel is followed by driving to Kutaisi to visit two major historic-cultural sites - Gelati Academy/Monastery and Bagrati Cathedral. In the evening you will visit Gora Park, located on the top of the hill.
Day 8 : Borjomi Spa Waters
Location: Borjomi, Akhaltsikhe
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Borjomi Spa resort, famous for its mineral water ‘Borjomi’. Visit the small park and taste the fresh mineral water. Continue to Akhaltsikhe where you will overnight
Day 9 : Rabati Castle
Location: Vardzia
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will visit Rabati Castle, and Rabat Fortress (Old Town) with its rare examples of darbazebi (traditional Georgian houses), castle, mosque and synagogues. Travel to Chachkari village before continuing to Vardzia.
Day 10 : Vardzia To Tbilisi
Location: Vardzia, Tbilisi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning you will visit Vardzia, a cave town from the 12th century. Continue on your way to Tsalka, stopping near lake Paravani to visit the female monastery Foka. Return to Tbilisi with a stop at Dashbashi canyon, known as one of the most impressive natural monuments of Georgia.
Day 11 : Fly To Uk
Location: Heathrow Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast
Check-out after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your flight
What's Included
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Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Country Entry Visas
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Entrance Fees
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Fully Guided
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International Travel
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Local Taxes
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Meals – Full Board
What's Not Included
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Drinks with Meals
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Tipping and Gratuities
Check out our Q&As
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Are flights included in this tour?
yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
yes
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3+ to 4 star
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
yes
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What is the maximum group size?
32
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
no
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.
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Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?
Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.
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Do you allow children on your tours?
We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.
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Free Date Changes
Wendy Wu allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 0 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
Wendy Wu requires a minimum deposit of 350 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of wendy wu charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 41 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 27 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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How we Keep you safe on our Tours
Your safety and well-being will always be our Number 1 priority which is why we’ve instituted the most stringent COVID health and safety protocols on all of our tours. Here is a brief summary of the steps we are taking to ensure you will be safe, secure and satisfied when you travel with us.
Guides and National Escorts
Our National Escorts and guides will conduct a Health and Safety briefing with you before the tour begins and will help everyone ensure they adhere to social distancing, hygiene practises and local regulations. They will carry a supply of face masks and hand sanitiser for you to use free of charge and will, of course, observe the highest level of personal hygiene at all times.
Should anyone on the group fall ill your National Escort will ensure the individual receives swift medical attention and can only return to the group once cleared to do so.
Transport & Sightseeing
Vehicles will be thoroughly cleaned with disinfectant after each excursion service, overnight and between different groups.
You will always have at least one seat between you and your fellow tourers, hand sanitiser will be given to the group on each embarkation and vehicles will be thoroughly ventilated prior to passengers boarding.
Drivers will always embark vehicles after clients, disembark the group vehicle prior to clients disembarking, and maintain social distancing and a high level of personal hygiene at all times.
Your guides will assess the situation on the ground avoiding large crowds – where possible, alter timings and splitting the group into smaller sizes.
Accommodation
Wendy Wu Tours will only offer hotels that have undergone a detailed hygiene assessment, have specific COVID-19 protocols in place and comply with government standards.
We will ensure these protocols include staff practising social distancing and wearing appropriate PPI, regular cleaning and disinfection of high frequency touch points in all areas and food safety.
Dining
All the restaurants we visit will be researched and inspected regularly to ensure that they follow the strictest health, cleanliness and safety guidelines.
All waiting staff will wear face masks and gloves and we will arrange à la carte dining, waiter-served meals or waiter-assisted buffets throughout the tour. We will not share open-buffet meals with other hotel or restaurant guests.
Hand sanitiser will be provided to the group before and after every food and beverage service.