7 days • 6 nights • Georgia
A week between Tbilisi's old alleys and the Caucasus peaks at Kazbegi and Gudauri, then the quiet forests and mineral waters of Borjomi.
The 7-day Georgia tour program brings together the best of this country close to Istanbul: a lively capital, a historic mountain road that leads you to the peaks of the Caucasus, and a forest and mineral-water resort in Borjomi. The flight from Istanbul to Tbilisi takes only about two hours, so your vacation begins from day one without exhaustion. Georgia stands out for its striking variety in a small area: in a single day you go from the capital's streets to green valleys and snow-covered peaks, and the next day to pine forests and springs.
We designed the program to suit families and friends: tours by private car, comfortable transfers, and enough free time for shopping and relaxing. We spend a night in the mountains near Kazbegi and Gudauri so you can enjoy a calm Caucasus morning, then head west to Borjomi and Bakuriani. The program can be adjusted by adding Batumi on the Black Sea for anyone who wants to extend their stay. We choose comfortable hotels near the sights, and we help you arrange the travel insurance required for entry.
Pickup at Tbilisi International Airport after a short flight from Istanbul, then we head to the hotel to check in and rest. In the evening we suggest an easy stroll along Rustaveli Avenue, the capital's main street, with its cafes and classical buildings. A quiet first night to get ready for days full of scenery.
We start at the sulfur baths district (Abanotubani) with its distinctive domes and pass the nearby Jumah Mosque of Tbilisi. Then we take the cable car from Rike Park up to Narikala Fortress for a panoramic view of the city and the Kura River. After that we cross the glass Bridge of Peace and wander the lanes of the old town, ending the day at Mtatsminda Park at the top of the city.
We set off in the morning to the north, passing the historic town of Mtskheta and Jvari Monastery overlooking the meeting of two rivers, then stop at Ananuri Fortress on the banks of the turquoise Zhinvali Reservoir. The road keeps climbing through Gudauri to the town of Stepantsminda (Kazbegi), where we ride a 4x4 up to Gergeti Trinity Church facing Mount Kazbek. Overnight in Kazbegi or Gudauri.
A mountain morning in Gudauri with a visit to the Friendship Monument overlooking a wide valley, and a chance to ride the cable car or try paragliding (optional and weather permitting). On the way back we stop at Passanauri, where you can try river rafting in summer. We reach Tbilisi in the evening with free time.
We head west to Borjomi, the town famous for its mineral waters and dense forests, on a drive of about three hours. We visit the Central Park and taste the mineral water at its spring, then take the cable car up to the plateau overlooking the town. The evening is free to relax in the calm atmosphere of the forest.
A short trip to the mountain resort of Bakuriani among pine forests, where you can ride the cable car and enjoy seasonal activities: snow in winter and green pastures in summer. In the afternoon we return to Tbilisi, with time to shop at one of its large shopping centers or visit Turtle Lake.
Breakfast at the hotel, then free time depending on your flight time. After that we transfer you to Tbilisi International Airport for your flight back to Istanbul or your next destination, with memories of the Caucasus that last a long time.
| City | Nights | Suggested |
|---|---|---|
| Tbilisi | 4 | 4-star hotels in the old city or near Rustaveli Avenue, with 5-star options for those who prefer. |
| Kazbegi / Gudauri | 1 | A mountain hotel with a view of the Caucasus in Stepantsminda or Gudauri; options vary by season. |
| Borjomi | 1 | A hotel or resort among the forests near the Central Park, some with spa facilities using mineral water. |
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Questions & answers
According to the available information, a Turkish residence permit alone does not give the right to enter without a visa, and what counts is the nationality of the passport. Some nationalities enter without a visa, and others need an e-visa. Send us your nationality on WhatsApp and we will confirm the current requirements, noting that the entry decision rests with the Georgian authorities.
One week is a good length to see Tbilisi, the mountains and Borjomi without rushing. If you want the sea, add two or three nights in Batumi to make the program 9 or 10 days.
No. The program is priced without international flights, and we can add them on request, choosing the most suitable date. Learn about our flight booking service.
Yes, especially for snow lovers in Gudauri and Bakuriani. However, mountain roads may sometimes close because of snowstorms, so we keep the program flexible and suggest alternatives within Tbilisi when needed.
Yes, you can cross by road through the Sarp border crossing between Turkey and Georgia, and the drive from Trabzon takes about 3 hours depending on traffic at the crossing. We arrange this option within a custom program that combines both countries.
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