Kakheti & Signagi Private Tour with Wine Tasting & Guide

Summary

Private day trip from Tbilisi to Kakheti with wine tasting

You’ll sip Georgian wines straight from Kakheti’s cellars, wander Bodbe Monastery’s peaceful gardens, and explore Signagi at your own pace with a local guide nearby if you need them. There’s time for spontaneous tastings or just sitting on a terrace watching clouds drift past — moments you’ll remember long after the trip.

What’s the experience like?

Ever wondered what it’s like to taste wine straight from the source in Georgia? I didn’t expect the air around KTW winery to smell so much like damp stone and ripe fruit — kind of earthy and sweet at the same time. Our guide, Irakli, handed us glasses one by one, explaining each pour with this quiet pride. I tried to keep up, but after the third glass (the Chkhaveri was my favorite), I just started laughing at my own notes. He grinned and said, “That’s how you know you’re in Kakheti.”

The drive out from Tbilisi was longer than I thought — maybe two hours? But the landscape kept changing: city haze fading into rolling hills and then vineyards everywhere. We stopped at Bodbe Monastery, where the air felt cooler and carried this mix of incense and wildflowers. There were a few nuns tending flowers near St. Nino’s grave; they nodded as we passed but didn’t say much. Inside, it was quiet except for footsteps on old stone. No photos allowed at the altar — Irakli reminded us gently — so I just stood there for a minute, trying to remember the way the light fell through those high windows.

Signagi itself surprised me. The town looks almost Italian with its red roofs and winding streets, but there’s something different about it — maybe the way people wave as you walk by or how every terrace seems to have someone singing softly over lunch. We had hours to wander (no schedule chasing), so I ducked into a tiny winery where an old man poured me something sharp and golden that he called his “family secret.” Honestly, I still think about that view from his patio — green hills rolling forever under a sky that kept changing its mind between sun and rain.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Kakheti Wine and Signagi Tour

• Pickup from hotel
• Visit Kakhetian Traditional Winemaking Factory and wine tasting
• Explore Bodbe Monastery
• Free time in Signagi - explore town and local wineries
• Drop off at hotel or preferred location

Top questions

How long is the day trip from Tbilisi to Kakheti?

The tour lasts most of the day, starting with pickup at 11:00 am in Tbilisi and returning in the evening.

Is wine tasting included in this Kakheti tour?

Yes, wine tasting at KTW factory is included with five types of Georgian wines plus brandy.

Can I explore Signagi on my own during this tour?

Yes, you have full freedom to explore Signagi independently for several hours.

Does this private tour include hotel pickup?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off in Tbilisi are included in your booking.

Are entrance fees covered on this day trip?

All entrance fees are included as part of your private tour package.

Is lunch provided during the Kakheti & Signagi tour?

No set lunch is included; you can choose any terrace or restaurant in Signagi for lunch at your own pace.

What should I bring for this day trip?

A jacket for cool winery temperatures, water for between tastings, and optionally a swimsuit if you plan to swim.

Can I stay overnight in Signagi instead of returning?

Yes, you can arrange to stay overnight in Signagi or another Kakheti hotel instead of returning to Tbilisi that evening.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off in Tbilisi, guided visits to KTW winery (with tastings), Bodbe Monastery entry fees covered, plenty of free time in Signagi to explore or relax as you wish, plus professional local guide service throughout.