4-6 days
6 -15 persons
01.12.2022 - 01.04.2023
A winter expedition through the magical surroundings of Kutaisi
DAY I
Arrival in Kutaisi, accommodation in the family guesthouse Hostel Kutaisi by Kote (rooms 2/3 with bathroom), rest. We will start preparations for the party, those willing will be able to prepare delicious regional dishes together with the hostess Ruso. There will also be homemade Imeretin wine and chacha (Georgian strong alcohol) on the table. In the evening we will start with a joint Georgian supra with dishes served piled high. There will be music and Tamada (Georgian ringleader) will be giving toasts, and there will be plenty of those drunk from the horn.
Georgian supra
Monument to Ali and Nino in Batumi
Winter doesn't have to be grey and gloomy! Welcome to Georgia! Georgian family, traditions, super family atmosphere are waiting for you. We will treat you with fantastic Georgian wines and regional dishes served piled high. Of course there will be Tamada, toasts, lots of surprises and great tours of winter Georgia!
DAY II
We will have a late breakfast and take a walking tour of the ancient city of Kutaisi. We will visit the famous Green Bazaar, Bagrati Cathedral, see the Kolkhida Fountain and walk across the White Bridge. In the afternoon we will go to regenerate in the wild sulphur hot springs. In the evening we will have dinner at the hostel.
DAY III
A full-day excursion to Batumi. On the way we will stop for a walk in the musical park. We will visit the atmospheric old town of Batumi. We will walk along the famous promenade, where you will see the statue of Ali and Nino, the tower with the Georgian alphabet, fountains. We'll eat at a local restaurant and poimprez. In the evening we will see how amazingly lit up the city is. We will return to Kutaisi for an overnight stay.
DAY IV
After breakfast we will set off for the picturesque Racha region. On the way, we will visit a viewpoint called 9 Crosses (as much as the road will allow), Shaori Lake, Nikortsminda Monastery with its beautiful frescoes.
In the village of Bugeuli, we will visit a winemaker where we will taste the delicious semi-sweet Khvanchkara red wine, which is made from 2 grape varieties, Aleksandrouli and Mujuretuli. These strains are only found in this and neighbouring villages. We will prepare a picnic and skewers on a campfire by the lake or at another climatic place. In the evening we will return to Kutaisi.
DAY V
After breakfast we will take you on a winter jeep tour to the Imeretin mountains! We will drive above the resort in Sairme, where we will prepare a picnic and feast together in magical natural settings.
On the way back, we will stop by the Sairme resort, where you will be able to taste the healing waters, take a walk in the picturesque surroundings. You can also go here for thermal pools, massages and other regenerating treatments.
DAY VI
Breakfast. Farewell to the participants of the trip. Transfer to the airport.
Lechkhumi region
Informations:
- We recommend taking good shoes (preferably trekking shoes) - to experience authentic Georgia off-trail you will need to do some walking.
- If you are vegetarian or have other dietary restrictions that we should be aware of - let me know beforehand.
This will make mealtimes a shared pleasure.
The final price depends on the number of people in the group and individual arrangements.
