one-day tour to Bodbe Monastery and Sighnaghi Old Town: City of Love and Wine

Highlights:

• Tasting of four local wines and Chacha
• Visit the Monastery of Saint Nino Bodbe
• Visit the old town of Sighnaghi and experience the romantic atmosphere of the "City of Love"
• Visit Telavi Historical Museum and Gombori Pass
• Free Churchkhela making class and honey tasting
• Learn about Georgian traditional winemaking

Detailed itinerary

09:00 - Departure

Depart from Tbilisi and travel by air-conditioned bus to the Kakheti region.

10:00 - Arrive in Manavi

• Stopover: Manavi Village
• activity:
• Free wine tasting
• Take a class in making Churchkhela (traditional Georgian grape-nut candy)
• Taste local honey
• Duration: Approximately 40 minutes

11:00 - Arrival at Bodbe Convent

• Stop: Bodbe Convent (St. Nino Monastery)
• activity:
• Visit the resting place of Saint Nino
• Learn about the origins of Christianity and monastic history in Georgia
• Experience a baptism or prayer experience at the holy spring
• Duration: Approximately 1 hour

12:00 - Arrival in Telavi

• Stop: Telavi History Museum
• activity:
• Visit the palace of King Erekle II
• Learn about Telavi's history and culture
• Admire the city views and ancient tapestries
• Duration: Approximately 20 minutes

12:30 - Departure to Signagi

• Passage point: Gombori Pass (mountain pass)
• activity:
• Enjoy stunning views of the Caucasus Mountains (approximately 1,620 meters above sea level)
• Duration: Approximately 10 minutes

13:00 - Arrival in Sighnaghi

• Stopover: Sighnaghi Old Town
• activity:
• Strolling through the Italian-style streets
• Admire the longest city wall in Europe
• Take a panoramic photo of the Arzani Valley
• You can choose to register for marriage or visit local attractions
• Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours

14:30 - Lunch time

• Dining location: Sighnaghi Estate
• activity:
• Enjoy traditional Georgian dishes
• Enjoy the view of Arzani Valley from the balcony
• Free tasting of local wine and Chacha
• Dining Time: about 1 hour and 20 minutes

16:00 - Arrive in Kvareli and visit Kindzmarauli Winery

• Stop: Kindzmarauli Corporation Winery
• activity:
• Learn about the traditional winemaking process of Kakheti
• Tasting of four wines from the Kindzmarauli micro-region (extra cost GEL 8-10)
• Visit a historic winery
• Duration: Approximately 1 hour

17:00 - Return to Tbilisi

• Places of visit: Meidan Bazaar (Old City Market)
• activity:
• Short stop, free to shop or take photos
• Duration: Approximately 10 minutes

20:00 - Return to Tbilisi

• Return to the meeting point

The following are the fees for shared tour:

inclusions

• Comfortable air-conditioned bus transfer
• Professional guide guide service
• Free tasting of four wines and Cha Cha wine
• Churchkhela making class and honey tasting
• admission ticket to Bodbe Monastery, Telavi History Museum, Gombori Pass, Meidan Bazaar

Fee does not include items

• dinner
• admission ticket to Sighnaghi Old Town (optional)
• Wine tasting fee at Kindzmarauli winery (approximately 8-10 Georgian Lari)
• Personal expenses or additional purchases

Kind tips

• Comfortable clothing and shoes are recommended
• You can bring your camera, water bottle, and sunscreen
• If you have any dietary restrictions, please inform the guide in advance
• It is recommended to bring your passport or ID card for winery registration

Note:

1. This route is for English-guided private tour groups or shared tour. private group tour will have their own car and Guide, with two people forming a group. shared tour will have car arranged based on the number of people.

2. The itinerary and attractions may be adjusted appropriately due to seasonal factors, population factors, etc. The actual situation will be subject to the departure of the group on the day.

3. Due to local conditions, unexpected situations such as vehicle breakdowns may inevitably occur during the journey. The driver will conduct a quick inspection and repair. If the vehicle cannot be repaired, we will coordinate to replace the vehicle. Thank you for your understanding.