Wines of Georgia
Sample the region’s delicious food and innumerable wines, along with its renowned hospitality.
A wonderful trip for wine lovers and culinary connoisseurs with a sense of adventure. Get a real taste of Georgia by delving into the heart of local culture and discovering the country’s living traditions and history through its delicious food and wine.
Throughout the week we will wow you with an authentic experience of Georgia, where almost everything can be arranged. Our excellent relationship with our outstanding and knowledgeable team in Georgia ensures you are taken care of.
Key Highlights of this Itinerary
Roll up your Sleeves
Attend a cookery class with a famous Georgian chef and try your hand at making the ‘churchkhela’ (Georgian sweet).
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Traditional Bathhouse
Visit a traditional bathhouse, a weekly ritual for many Georgians. Spend an evening relaxing at the Kvareli Eden Wine-therapy Spa.
Fascinating History
Accompanied by your private guide, visit ancient towns, a rock-hewn citadel, beautiful churches and historic wine cellars.
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Day 1
London - Istanbul
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Day 2
Istanbul - Tbilisi
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Day 3
Tbilisi
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Day 4
Tbilisi - Kvareli
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Day 5
Kvareli - Tbilisi
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Days 6-8
Tbilisi
Day 1
London - Istanbul
Turkey’s most recognisable city, Istanbul, lies in the western corner of the country and is where East meets West and traditional and modern live side by side.
Day 2
Istanbul - Tbilisi
Day 3
Tbilisi
Tbilisi’s history is wonderfully diverse and its mix of cultures, at various times, means that you can now choose between a mosque, a synagogue, Armenian or Georgian churches and a new Roman Catholic church.
Day 4
Tbilisi - Kvareli
This small lovely town is located in the northeastern part of Kakheti Region. Just 1.5-hour drive from the capital Tbilisi and you will see the greatest views of Caucasus Mountains.
Day 5
Kvareli - Tbilisi
Days 6-8
Tbilisi
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Discover Tbilisi
The largest city in Georgia, Tbilisi can justifiably claim to be the heart of the country. Squeezed between mountains, the city fills the Mtkvari River Valley. Having been the capital of Georgia for more than 1,500 years, Tbilisi is rich in history. However, as a city that hints at a new-found wealth, Tbilisi is undoubtedly changing. Spend a day visiting the sites with a local character and perhaps do as the locals do and visit a traditional bathhouse. Stroll the winding roads and alleys of the old town admiring the traditional houses with their carved wooden balconies. Savour dinner at one of the best restaurants in town – just ask us to book you a table in advance. Enjoy the culinary masterpieces of Georgian chefs paired with the finest wine and spirits.
The Famous Wine Region of Kakheti
Kakheti is Georgia’s famous wine region located in a landscape dotted with fine old churches and vineyard after vineyard. Georgia is one of the oldest homelands of viticulture in the world, gaining UNESCO recognition for its traditional wine-making method. Enjoy a home-cooked meal, sample Georgian home-made wines and experience baking Georgian ‘Shoti’ (bread) with the local family. Visit the unique wine cellar ‘gvirabi’ (tunnel) of the ‘Khareba Winery’ carved into the rock and the Alaverdi Cathedral. Meet Alaverdi Monastery monks and enjoy their ‘qvevri’ wines and learn the ‘wine prayers’ that make their wine taste so special. If travelling during October we can arrange for you to join the joyful process of harvesting and winemaking.
Wine Chateaus and Cave Cities
Uplistsikhe (‘the Lord’s citadel’) is a cave town hewn into the living rock. The citadel dates back to the 7th century BC and served as a strategic point on the ancient Silk Road until the 15th century AD. It contains a large central hall for pagan rituals, living rooms, ancient theatre, wine presses, wine cellars and bakery. A great place to spend a few hours whilst in this area is the Chateau Mukhrani. Explore the wine cellars of the Georgian princes and perfect the ‘churchkhela’ (Georgian sweet) making to perfection.
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When to travel
Georgia in January
December to February is low season across the country. Inland mountainous areas can be very cold, but with good skiing opportunities. On the coast, it is milder but wetter, with the driest weather in the east of the country.
Georgia in February
December to February is low season across the country. Inland mountainous areas can be very cold, but with good skiing opportunities. On the coast, it is milder but wetter, with the driest weather in the east of the country.
Georgia in March
March to May sees snow on the ground start to melt, as freezing temperatures abate. As temperatures rise, so does rainfall in the east though. Rainfall peaks around Tbilisi in May. Generally it is mild across the country, with wildflowers carpeting the landscape.
Georgia in April
March to May sees snow on the ground start to melt, as freezing temperatures abate. As temperatures rise, so does rainfall in the east though. Rainfall peaks around Tbilisi in May. Generally it is mild across the country, with wildflowers carpeting the landscape.
Georgia in May
March to May sees snow on the ground start to melt, as freezing temperatures abate. As temperatures rise, so does rainfall in the east though. Rainfall peaks around Tbilisi in May. Generally it is mild across the country, with wildflowers carpeting the landscape.
Georgia in June
June to August is high season across the country. It is the ideal time to explore the Caucasus mountains in the north, as it is likely to be free of snow and generally dry. The central lowlands can get very hot and humid, but it’s also a good time to enjoy the Black Sea coast.
Georgia in July
June to August is high season across the country. It is the ideal time to explore the Caucasus mountains in the north, as it is likely to be free of snow and generally dry. The central lowlands can get very hot and humid, but it’s also a good time to enjoy the Black Sea coast.
Georgia in August
June to August is high season across the country. It is the ideal time to explore the Caucasus mountains in the north, as it is likely to be free of snow and generally dry. The central lowlands can get very hot and humid, but it’s also a good time to enjoy the Black Sea coast.
Georgia in September
September to November is autumn across the country, with the festive wine harvest in Kakheti taking place and some mountains remaining snow-free and dry until the end of October. Also, a great time to visit the lowlands around Tbilisi, with pleasant and relatively dry conditions.
Georgia in October
September to November is autumn across the country, with the festive wine harvest in Kakheti taking place and some mountains remaining snow-free and dry until the end of October. Also, a great time to visit the lowlands around Tbilisi, with pleasant and relatively dry conditions.
Georgia in November
September to November is autumn across the country, with the festive wine harvest in Kakheti taking place and some mountains remaining snow-free and dry until the end of October. Also, a great time to visit the lowlands around Tbilisi, with pleasant and relatively dry conditions.
Georgia in December
December to February is low season across the country. Inland mountainous areas can be very cold, but with good skiing opportunities. On the coast it is milder but wetter, with the driest weather in the east of the country.
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