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A person walking on ancient ruins with a mountainous landscape in the background. 1
A historic stone fortress on a hill with a clear sky. 2
A rocky cliff with numerous cave dwellings carved into the rock face. 3
A stone church with a bell tower and a pathway leading to it, surrounded by a forested hillside. 4
A park with benches, trees, and a building with a red roof. 5
By The Wine Route - Tour Agency
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$129 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 14h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Begin with a visit to the peaceful Green Monastery, a beautiful 9th-century church surrounded by forest and nature. Next, discover the stunning Timotesubani Monastery, dating back to the 12th–13th centuries, famous for its unique architecture and remarkable fresco paintings.

    Continue to Khertvisi Fortress, one of the oldest fortresses in Georgia, where you will enjoy a short but impressive stop with fantastic views and rich history.

    Finally, explore the legendary Vardzia — Georgia’s most famous rock-cut monastery city. Discover its incredible caves, hidden tunnels, and fascinating history connected to Georgia’s golden age.

    Have lunch near Vardzia. The exact timing will depend on your preference — before or after exploring the site. After this unforgettable experience, return to Kutaisi.

Activity location

  • Timotesubani Monastery
    • Kimotesubani, Georgia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Timotesubani Monastery
    • Kimotesubani, Georgia

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Vardzia and Beyond Full Day Historical Tour from Kutaisi

  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:00 AM
Price details
NZ$107.01 x 1 AdultNZ$107.01
Paid at activityNZ$21.72
Total
Price is NZ$128.73

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Exclusions
    Entrance Fee for Vardzia
  • Exclusions
    Entrance Fee for Khertvisi
  • Exclusions
    Entrance Fee for Borjomi

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Timotesubani Monastery

  • 15m
Discover the stunning Timotesubani Monastery, dating back to the 12th–13th centuries, famous for its unique architecture and remarkable fresco paintings.

Green (Mtsvane) Monastery

  • 15m
Visit to the peaceful Green Monastery, a beautiful 9th-century church surrounded by forest and nature

Khertvisi Fortress

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
Continue to Khertvisi Fortress, one of the oldest fortresses in Georgia, where you will enjoy a short but impressive stop with fantastic views and rich history. Entrance fee to Vardzia: 17 GEL. Payment - Card/Cash

Vardzia

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Finally, explore the legendary Vardzia — Georgia’s most famous rock-cut monastery city. Discover its incredible caves, hidden tunnels, and fascinating history connected to Georgia’s golden age. Entrance fee to Vardzia: 17 GEL. Payment - Card/Cash

Borjomi Central Park

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
On the way back to Kutaisi, enjoy a scenic 4-hour journey through Georgia’s beautiful landscapes. To make the drive more comfortable and enjoyable, we will stop in Borjomi after around 2 hours. Here, you will experience the charm of Borjomi at night — a peaceful and atmospheric setting surrounded by nature. Take a moment to relax, taste the famous mineral water directly from the natural spring, and recharge before continuing the journey. In order to enter the park you have to pay 5 Lari per person. You can pay only in cash

Location

Activity location

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    Timotesubani Monastery
    • Kimotesubani, Georgia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Timotesubani Monastery
    • Kimotesubani, Georgia

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