Private full day trip to Vardzia includes visiting southern Georgia's unique cave city and monastery Vardzia that is the most picturesque monument of medieval Georgia built in 12th century, cultural and historical complex Rabati that is a symbol of tolerance established in the 9th century and balneological resort Borjomi, well-known with its mineral waters that dates back to the 1850s. Two options are available for the tour. Tour with Lunch option includes tasting the best meals from local traditional cuisine. Private tour to Vardzia is suitable for people who enjoy visiting medieval caves, castles, churches and exploring breathtaking Georgian nature. Total drive 495 km (305 miles).
Vardzia Adventure: Discover Georgia's Ancient Cave Monastery and More
$245
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Inclusions
✔ Private transportation with A/C
✔ Private English speaking guide
✔ All entrance tickets
✔ WiFi on board
✔ Bottled water
Tour Plan
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Day 1 Vardzia cave monastery
You will visit Vardzia is a cave monastery built in 12th century. The caves stretch for 500 meters and in up to 19 levels. The Church of the Dormition, dating to the 1180s during the golden age of Tamar and Rustaveli. The site was abandoned after the Ottoman takeover in the 16th century. Extended area of Vardzia-Khertvisi has been submitted for future inscription on the UNESCO Heritage List.
Day 2 Rabati Castle
You will visit Rabati Castle that was originally established in the 9th century as the Lomisa Castle, but was rebuilt by Ottomans. Most of the surviving buildings date from the 17th-18th centuries.
Day 3 Borjomi Central Park
You will visit a balneological and climatic resort Borjomi known with its mineral water used for drinking and balneological procedures. Mineral Water Park of Borjomi dates back to the 1850s. You can taste the natural Borjomi mineral water and relax in a beautiful environment.
Meeting / Pickup
Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.
What to Bring
- Ladies need to wear headscarves and dresses in Georgian orthodox churches. Short trousers for men are also forbidden. Scarves and dresses can also be found near some church entrances.
- Comfortable shoes and warm jacket are recommended.
Please Note
- Standard Tour option does not include lunch, but you will stop in a restaurant for lunch.
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