1-day excursion to Batumi

Dendrological Park, opened in 2020. It is located in front of the village of Ureki. In the garden of 60 hectares you can see thousands of species of exotic flora and fauna, including flamingos, lemurs, parrots. Trees from five continents, bamboos, magnolias, and many other large species. The park overlooks directly the Black Sea. During the creation of the park many trees of original size arrived by sea or land transport. This process itself was a huge logistical challenge. Walking through the park takes about 1-1.5 hours. It is a great place for a rest on the route.

Petra Castle from the 6th century in the village of Kobuleti. It is located on a rocky hill overhanging the sea. Today its ruins have been saved. You will see here surprising architectural and technological solutions used at that time. Before the construction of the great fortress city by the Byzantines, a small Lazi fortress was located here. Because of its favorable location, the Lazi settlement was rebuilt in the 6th century by order of Byzantine Emperor Justinian in 535 by John Strategos. It was named "Justinian's City" in honor of this emperor. Petra Castle controlled the Black Sea, transportation and trade routes. Iran and Byzantium wanted to control it because their expansion in the area depended on their dominion over Petra. More than one big war was seen within the walls of Petra, including the war at Egris. Your English-speaking local guide will tell you these and many other stories. There are spectacular views of the sea from here. This is an ideal option for those who are interested in history, ancient cities or do not want to walk a lot. The tour takes about an hour.

Botanical Garden founded by botanist Andrei Nikolaevich Krasnov. In the 80s of the 19th century the first work on the garden began, and in 1912 it was officially opened. The garden is located in a picturesque pass with a rocky shoreline, from which beautiful views of the sea and beaches open up. We will see growing side by side fascinating plants from different climatic zones. Walking through the garden takes about 1-2 hours.