1-day excursion to Prometheus Cave, Martvili Canyon, monasteries Chkondidi, Tsachkhuri and the hidden waterfall

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1 day

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2-18 persons

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ALL YEAR

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from EUR 35 per person



1 day



2-18 persons



ALL YEAR



from EUR 35 per person

1-day excursion to Martvili Canyon, Prometheus Cave, Martvili Monastery

Start from Kutaisi around 9:30 am

Prometheus Cave

Monaster Martvili-Chkondidi

Martvili Canyon

Tsachkhuri Monastery

Tsachkhuru Waterfall

Return to Kutaisi around 6/19.0 p.m.

Zdjęcie przedstawiające Jaskinię Prometeusza

Prometheus Cave

Zdjęcie przedstawiające wnętrze Monasteru Martvili

Prometheus Cave

We start the tour in Kutaisi. We will pick you up from the airport/hotel and set off on the tour. Our first destination will be Prometheus Cave. Here we will see impressive stalactites, stalagmites and and fossilized water curtains.As many as 1,060 meters of the cave are open to the public. An English-speaking guide will show you around its fascinating corridors.

We will then drive to the Martvili-Chkondidi Monastery, built in the late 7th century. Chkondidi was previously a pagan religious center. A great oak tree was located here, which was a pagan temple to the goddess of fertility. The first church was built on the site of a felled oak tree and named after Saint Andrew, who preached Christianity in Megrela. It contains the tomb of King King Bagrat IV, whose contribution to the cultural and educational development of Georgia was enormous.

Monaster Martvili

Martvili Canyon

Our next destination for the day will be the picturesque Martvili Canyon! The canyon is stunning with its picturesque landscape, characterised by steep cliffs, lush vegetation and the crystal clear waters of the Abasha River. It is the ideal place for nature, photography and active leisure enthusiasts. It will be admired from specially prepared viewing platforms and from paths along the canyon. It is possible to take a pontoon boat ride through the canyon with a local guide, which we highly recommend!

The rest of the tour will take you deep into the picturesque Megrelia region!

We will drive to the Tsachkhuri Monastery. This is a place of rich history and spiritual significance. Originally, there was a Tsachkhuri fortress and a pagan statue of Moske, to which people prayed for offspring. After the spread of Christianity, St Andrew the Apostle was said to have erected a stone cross on the site, and a temple was built in the 7th century. Today there is a monumental church renovated in the 18th century.

Tsachkhuri Monastery

Tsachkhuroba

An important event is the feast of 'Tsachkhuroba' celebrated on the Thursday of Holy Week. On this day, pilgrims from all over Georgia, especially childless couples, come to the monastery to attend a special service and pray for offspring. They bring with them symbolic small cradles.

After visiting the monastery, we will take a pleasant walk (about 15 minutes) through a picturesque canyon to Tsachkhuru waterfall, which measures 20 metres! We will be surrounded by wonderful nature, lush greenery contrasting with white rocks and naturally formed small pools! In summer, even on hot days, there is a pleasant coolness thanks to the dense vegetation. You can take a refreshing dip in the crystal clear water!

If you wish, we will organise a picnic in the countryside, where you will taste traditional Megrel delicacies. This is the ideal way to relax and fully appreciate the beauty of the place.

This is our last stop on the tour, after walking to the waterfall we will set off back to Kutaisi.

Welcome to the fabulous Megrelia region!

Tsachkhuru Waterfall

Informations:

In monasteries it is obligatory to wear proper clothing - a headscarf for ladies, covered legs, men - long pants. In most monasteries scarves are available on site.
For accommodation in Kutaisi, we invite you to our family guesthouse -. Hostel Kutaisi
The driver will advise you on where and what to eat deliciously en route.
In Martvili Canyon, children must measure a minimum of 1m to go on a pontoon cruise.