TOUR TO VARDZIA
Region: Samtskhe-Javakheti
Duration: 10-11 hours
Number of tourists: Unlimited
Driving distance: 550 km
Walking distance: 3 km
Available: From March to December
Starting point: Hotel, or Freedom square
Taking from Tbilisi a one day-tour to Vardzia is an amazing opportunity for an unforgettable experience of your time in Georgia. On the way to this magnificent ancient cave town, that was built in rocks, you will enjoy the nature and discover completely restored Rabati fortress in the town of Akhaltsikhe. Don’t miss the chance to visit one of the most prominent historical sights of the South Caucasus.
Tbilisi – Rabati fortress – Khertvisi – Vardzia – Tbilisi
At 08:00 am our driver and guide will pick you up from your hotel in Tbilisi. Drive towards the South-West of Georgia passing Borjomi town. Visiting Mtsvane (green) monastery and than Arriving to Akhaltsikhe for a short tour inside Rabati fortress. Its name comes from Arabic meaning “fortified place”. Continue our tour to Vardzia. Short photo-stop at Khertvisi fortress (10-11th century). Arrive to Vardzia, which was erected in the 12-13th centuries during the rule of George III and his daughter Queen Tamara for the purpose of the southern boundaries of Georgia protection. Vardzia is not just a set of random rooms cut in rocks. It is a multi-storied complex with streets, tunnels and stairs leading to monasteries, temples, fortresses, baths, libraries dwelling houses and so forth. Drive back to Tbilisi. Drop off at your hotel.
Tour to Vardzia
PRICE INCLUDES: Transportation with English or Russian speaking guide; Entrance tickets to sights as per itinerary; Mineral water (0,5 l per person).
PRICE DOESN’T INCLUDE: Price for souvenirs; Price for other additional costs
DEPOSIT:
We will need some deposit to be able to book your tour. The price is 20 USD and money can be sent through PayPal. The deposit is fully refundable, if you cancel your booking, more than 30 days before, but if you cancel later, the deposit is not refunded.