ADVENTURES IN GEORGIA

Mountains, Wine & Culture

Discover Georgia at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Wander Tbilisi’s historic streets, explore the dramatic Caucasus mountains, visit remote villages, and taste centuries-old wines in the country’s famed vineyard regions. Immerse yourself in authentic experiences from local guides and vibrant traditions.

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Reasons to Visit Geogia

Georgian hospitality is world-class, and the country itself is spectacular. Sitting on the edge of Europe and only a short flight away, it offers dramatic landscapes and rich cultural traditions. Food lovers can sample khachapuri in Tbilisi or join a cooking class in a village home-stay. You might explore hilltop monasteries in the snowy Caucasus mountains, or help with grape picking in Kakheti’s vineyards before tasting wine in Telavi’s cellars.

Georgia’s natural beauty is remarkable. Waterfalls, dramatic ridges, lush green valleys and the Black Sea coast give photographers, adventurers and cultural travellers plenty to discover in a destination that still feels refreshingly under the radar.

Best for: Culture, wine tasting, food tours & cooking classes, hiking, riding, rafting, skiing and snowboarding.
Getting there: Fly direct from London to Tbilisi in 5 hours
Entry Requirements: UK Passport holders can visit Georgia without a visa for up to one year (check the FCDO advice)

Georgia's Highlights

Tbilisi’s Old Town

A maze of sulphur baths, carved balconies and winding lanes shaped by centuries of Persian, Ottoman and Russian influence. Explore neighbourhoods that reveal Georgia’s layered history, from ancient churches to bold contemporary architecture, all set beside the curves of the Mtkvari River.

Kazbegi & the Caucasus Mountains

A high-altitude landscape of dramatic peaks, alpine meadows and glacial valleys. The region is home to Gergeti Trinity Church, perched beneath Mount Kazbek, and offers excellent opportunities for day hikes, longer treks and wildlife encounters, including birds of prey soaring above the ridgelines.

Svaneti’s Remote Villages

Famous for its medieval defensive towers and centuries-old traditions, Svaneti preserves one of the most authentic mountain cultures in the Caucasus. The region’s hiking routes link untouched valleys and tiny hamlets, offering insight into a way of life shaped by isolation and rugged geography.

Kakheti Wine Country

Georgia’s ancient wine-making heartland, where qvevri clay vessels are still used as they were thousands of years ago. Vineyards sit among rolling hills, monasteries and small villages, and autumn brings the Rtveli harvest—one of the most significant events in Georgian rural life.

Batumi & the Black Sea Coast

A lively coastal city framed by palm-lined boulevards and subtropical hills. Batumi’s blend of old port architecture and modern design contrasts with nearby botanical gardens and serene seaside sunsets. Summer brings warm waters, cultural events and fresh produce from western Georgia.

Vardzia Cave Monastery

A vast cave city carved into a cliffside in the 12th century, built under the rule of Queen Tamar. Its tunnels, frescoes and hidden chambers reveal Georgia’s medieval engineering and monastic traditions, and the surrounding valleys offer sweeping views and quiet rural life.

Tusheti National Park

One of the most remote regions of Georgia, accessible only by a high mountain pass open in summer. Tusheti has untouched landscapes, traditional stone villages and superb trekking routes. Its semi-nomadic culture and shepherding traditions remain central to life in this wild corner of the Caucasus.

Georgian Cuisine

Rich, varied and deeply regional, Georgian food is a highlight in its own right. Expect dishes shaped by local produce—khinkali dumplings, khachapuri cheese breads, walnut-based sauces and herb-laden salads—alongside the country’s distinctive hospitality rituals and family-style shared tables.

15 Day Private Tour (Guided or Self Drive)

Highlights of Georgia

Guided: £2290 per person (based on two sharing, excluding flights)

Self Drive: £1490 (based on two sharing, excluding flights)

Travelling from Tbilisi’s historic lanes and the UNESCO sites of Mtskheta to Kakheti’s vineyards, where qvevri winemaking and hill-top towns define the landscape. Expect monastery visits, city walks and cellar tastings that introduce Georgia’s layered history and wine culture.

The second week climbs into the Caucasus: Ananuri and the Military Highway, then Kazbegi’s alpine ridges, Dariali Gorge and Gveleti Waterfall. Head west to Kutaisi, Okatse Canyon and into Svaneti for medieval towers, Ushguli and a glacier-edge hike — strong scenery and hands-on local encounters.

Designed for travellers who favour activity and variety, the trip works as a guided tour or self-drive. Daily drives, village stays and family meals give a broad, practical experience of Georgia in a compact itinerary.

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When to visit

Our Favourite: May to June & September to October

The most reliable weather across the country. Days are warm, evenings are cooler, and conditions suit both cultural exploring and time in the mountains. Autumn overlaps with the Rtveli wine harvest, when vineyards are active and rural regions are at their most atmospheric.

Summer: July & August

Temperatures in Tbilisi and the eastern lowlands often reach the mid-30s °C, but conditions in the Caucasus mountains are ideal. Trails are fully open, high passes are accessible, and wildflower meadows are at their peak.
Good for: high-altitude trekking and time in remote villages.

Winter: November to April

Winters are cold and snowy, particularly in the mountains where some routes and villages become inaccessible. Georgia’s ski resorts, such as Gudauri and Bakuriani, usually operate from December to March. Tbilisi remains lively year-round, though late autumn and early spring are changeable.
Good for: skiing and cultural city breaks.

Festivals & Seasonal Highlights

Rtveli (Sept–Oct): wine harvest across Kakheti and Racha, with local celebrations and traditional methods on display.
Spring (Apr–Jun): peak bird migration in the wetlands and semi-desert of eastern Georgia; widespread wildflowers in foothills.
Summer (Jun–Aug): best chances to see mountain wildlife such as ibex, chamois, and birds of prey.
Autumn (Sept–Oct): vibrant forest colours in regions like Adjara and Svaneti.