4-Day Georgia Tour from Tbilisi: Wine, Mountains & Sulphur Baths

Summary

Private Georgia Itinerary: Kazbegi, Kakheti Wine & Sighnaghi

If you want real Georgian flavors—wine in Kakheti, mountain air in Kazbegi, old churches and sulphur baths—this tour covers it all without any hassle or wasted time.

What’s the experience like?

Landing at Tbilisi Airport, I barely had time to check my phone before our driver waved us over. The city’s morning air was a mix of car exhaust and fresh bread from a nearby stall—oddly comforting after a long flight. Our hotel was tucked behind a narrow street near the old town. Later, we wandered past the famous Tbilisi Sulphur Baths. The steam drifting out into the chilly air made the whole street smell faintly of minerals and something sweet—maybe the nearby bakery again.

The next day started early with a drive north towards the mountains. We stopped at Zhinvali Reservoir just as the sun broke through the clouds—the water was glassy and blue, with only a few fishermen on the shore. Our guide, Giorgi, pointed out Ananuri Fortress up ahead. Walking through its old stone towers, you could almost hear echoes of old stories—he told us about battles fought here centuries ago. Further up the road, Gudauri’s slopes were packed with skiers and paragliders floating overhead like bright kites. I tried paragliding for the first time—my hands were freezing but that view of the Caucasus is something I’ll never forget.

Gergeti Trinity Church sits on a hill above Stepantsminda. The wind up there is sharp and cold—even in spring—but you get this wide-open view over snow-capped peaks and tiny villages below. The church itself is quiet inside; just candles flickering and the smell of incense.

Day three took us east to Kakheti wine country. At KTW Wine Factory, we tasted qvevri wines poured by a woman named Lali who joked about Georgians drinking wine “since before Rome.” There was fresh bread at a family bakery—still warm from the oven—and it paired perfectly with local cheese they handed out on napkins. Bodbe Monastery felt peaceful; nuns tending gardens full of roses and lavender, visitors lighting candles at St. Nino’s tomb. In Sighnaghi, cobbled streets wind between pastel houses with carved balconies; you’ll see wedding parties posing for photos at any hour (our guide said couples come here to marry at midnight sometimes). We climbed part of the old wall—27 towers in total—and looked out over Alazani Valley as swallows darted overhead.

The last morning was quiet—a slow breakfast before our transfer back to Tbilisi Airport. The city already felt familiar; I caught myself looking for that same bakery smell as we drove away.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Arrival and Transfer to Tbilisi

• Transfer from Tbilisi Airport to Tbilisi

Day 2 — Kazbegi Tour and Mountain Views

• Visit Zhinvali Reservoir
• Explore Ananuri Fortress
• See Georgian-Russian Friendship Monument and Paragliding
• Visit Gergeti Trinity Church

Day 3 — Kakheti Wine and Culture Tour

• KTW Wine Factory tasting
• Bread tasting at local bakery
• Visit Bodbe Monastery and St. Nino's tomb
• Explore Sighnaghi town and walls

Day 4 — Transfer to Airport

• Transfer from Tbilisi to Tbilisi Airport

Top questions

Is this Georgia tour suitable for solo travelers?

Yes, solo travelers are welcome! The private transfers and guided tours make it easy to join in and meet others along the way.

Are meals included during the trip?

Meals aren’t included but there are plenty of stops at local bakeries, cafés, and restaurants where you can try Georgian food at your own pace.

Can I skip activities like paragliding if I’m not interested?

Absolutely—paragliding is optional. You can enjoy the views or relax at Gudauri while others participate.

How much walking is involved each day?

You’ll do some walking at sites like Ananuri Fortress and Sighnaghi’s town wall, but nothing too strenuous for most travelers.

What’s included

Your tour includes private transportation throughout Georgia, all entrance fees (including Gergeti Church), 4WD transfer up to Gergeti Trinity Church, airport pick-up and drop-off in Tbilisi, guided wine tastings in Kakheti, plus friendly local guides who know every shortcut and story worth hearing.