Warning: Undefined array key "@type" in /sites/demo3.tripways.com/files/wp-content/plugins/seo-by-rank-math/includes/modules/schema/class-frontend.php on line 73

Warning: Undefined array key "@type" in /sites/demo3.tripways.com/files/wp-content/plugins/seo-by-rank-math/includes/modules/schema/class-jsonld.php on line 337

Warning: Undefined array key "@type" in /sites/demo3.tripways.com/files/wp-content/plugins/seo-by-rank-math/includes/modules/schema/class-jsonld.php on line 337

Deprecated: strtolower(): Passing null to parameter #1 ($string) of type string is deprecated in /sites/demo3.tripways.com/files/wp-content/plugins/seo-by-rank-math/includes/modules/schema/class-jsonld.php on line 338

Warning: Undefined array key "@type" in /sites/demo3.tripways.com/files/wp-content/plugins/seo-by-rank-math/includes/modules/schema/class-frontend.php on line 107

Sighnaghi Tour from Tbilisi with David Gareji and Bodbe Monastery

$165
Duration
10 hours
Language
Difficaulty
Reviews
No reviews yet

About This Tour

Private full day trip to Sighnaghi includes visiting David Gareja Lavra monastery founded in the 6th century by St. David Garejeli who was one of the thirteen Assyrian monks, Bodbe monastery complex of St. Nino originally built in the 9th century and Signagi – “City of Love” to enjoy breathtaking views of Alazani Valley. Two options are available for the tour. Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting option includes tasting the best meals from local cuisine and tasting local endemic wines. Private tour is suitable for people who desire to visit rock-hewn monastery complex David's Lavra and Sighnaghi, the town with Italian style architecture. Total drive 325 km (205 miles).

Activities
Suitable For
Accessibility
Max People
20

Inclusions

Private transportation with A/C
Private English speaking guide
All entrance tickets
WiFi on board
Bottled water

Tour Plan

Expand All
Day 1 David Gareja Lavra monastery

David Gareja is a rock-hewn Georgian Orthodox monastery complex located on the half-desert slopes of Mount Gareja. The complex includes hundreds of cells, churches, chapels, refect David Gareja Lavra monastery ories and living quarters hollowed out of the rock face. Part of the complex of David Gareja (Bertubani Monastery) is located on the Azerbaijan–Georgia border and has become subject to a border dispute between the two countries. The area is also home to protected animal species and evidence of some of the oldest human habitations in the region. The complex was founded in the 6th century by David (St. David Garejeli), one of the thirteen Assyrian monks who arrived in the country at the same time. His disciples Dodo and Luciane expanded the original lavra and founded two other monasteries known as Dodo's Rka (literally, "the horn of Dodo") and Natlismtsemeli ("the Baptist"). The monastery saw further development under the guidance of the 9th-century Georgian saint Hilarion the Iberian.

Same Day Bodbe Monastery of St. Nino

The Monastery of St. Nino is a Georgian Orthodox monastic complex and the seat of the Bishops of Bodbe. The monastery now functions as a nunnery due to its association with St. Nino, the 4th century female evangelist of Georgians. The extant church – a three-nave basilica was originally built between the 9th and 11th centuries. Both exterior and interior were restored in the 17th and 19th centuries.

Same Day Sighnaghi

Sighnaghi located on a steep hill, overlooks the vast Alazani Valley, with the Caucasus Mountains visible at a distance. Word Sighnaghi in Turkic language means shelter or trench. Signagi as a settlement is first recorded in the early 18th century. In 1762, King Heraclius II of Georgia erected a fortress to defend the area from marauding attacks by Dagestan tribesmen. Signagi is known as the "City of Love" as couples can get married here 24/7.

Same Day Signagi City Walls

In 1762, King Heraclius II of Georgia erected the wall around the fortress to defend the area from marauding attacks by Dagestan tribesmen. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views of Alazani Valley.

Meeting / Pickup

Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

What to Bring

  • Ladies need to wear head scarves and dresses in Georgian orthodox churches. Short trousers for men are also forbidden. Scarves and dresses can also be found near church entrances for men and women to enter churches.
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended.

Please Note

  • Standard Tour does not include lunch, but you will stop in a restaurant for lunch.

Reviews

No reviews yet
Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

  • Location
  • Amenities
  • Services
  • Price
  • Rooms

11% Cash Back

This Tour Qualifies. Club Members Only.
$ 5 Monthly
  • 11% cash back on your first trip (Instant)
  • Customize your Itinerary and Book it
  • Join the community and find travel mates
CLUB

Login