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Private Guide · Tbilisi

Timur —
your guide in Georgia

English & Russian-speaking guide since 2023 · Tbilisi, Georgia

I show Georgia the way locals see it — no tourist scripts, no crowded buses. Kazbegi, Kakheti, hidden courtyards of Tbilisi, Soviet mosaics — every tour is built around you.

500+ tours completed
4.9/5 rating (87 reviews)
up to 6 people per group
since 2023 working as guide
Timur — private guide in Tbilisi, Georgia
About Me

Tbilisi is my city

I grew up in Tbilisi in the 90s — watched the city transform, heard stories from grandmothers in courtyard wells, know where the best wine is made and where you can have a heartfelt conversation with locals. My routes aren't from Lonely Planet — they're a map of a living city.

There's a cafe in Avlabari with no sign — they make the best khinkali I know. It's not in any guidebook. Or a courtyard on Kote Abkhazi with Soviet-era graffiti that most tourists walk right past. These are exactly the places I show my guests.

Tourism isn't just a job. When I see someone looking at Mount Kazbek and their breath catches — I know I'm doing everything right. Over three years I've conducted more than 500 tours for tourists, expats, digital nomads and families with children.

I only work with small groups — up to 6 people. No bus tours with 40 strangers. Just personal attention and a flexible route tailored to you. I speak Russian and English — no language barrier for any guest.

My Approach

How I work

I respond on WhatsApp within 15 minutes. No prepayment — pay on the day of the tour in cash or by card. Free cancellation 24 hours before, no questions asked.

Bad weather for Kazbegi? We'll reschedule for free. Want to add sulphur baths or visit a family restaurant with no menu? No problem — the route is flexible. I don't follow a rigid script: if you want to stay 20 minutes longer at a viewpoint — we stay.

Before each tour I send a detailed route plan with clothing and footwear recommendations. On the day I meet you at the agreed location — no taxi rides to a meeting point at 6 AM.

I work daily from 08:00 to 22:00, including holidays and weekends. In three years, not a single tour has been cancelled due to my fault.

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Up to 6 people
No buses. Private format only — personal attention for everyone.
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Reply in 15 minutes
Message on WhatsApp or Telegram — I'll reply quickly and help you choose a tour.
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No prepayment
Pay on the day. Free cancellation 24 hours before.
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Kazbegi flexibility
Bad weather? Free reschedule with no penalties.
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Flexible route
The itinerary can be adjusted on the go — I'm not in a rush.
4.9/5 rating
87 reviews on Google and TripAdvisor. Honest ratings, no fakes.
Experience

Guide's journey

2023
First tours and Sakhva Travel launch
Started with Tbilisi tours for Russian-speaking tourists and expats. First 50 tours — and first 5-star Google reviews. Main audience: people who recently relocated and wanted to understand the city from the inside.
2024
Expansion: Kazbegi and Kakheti
Added day trips — Georgian Military Highway, Gergeti Trinity Church at 2,170m, Sighnaghi and qvevri wine tastings. Over 200 tours in a year. First guests from the US and Germany — switched to bilingual format (RU/EN).
2025
Specialized tours and 400+ completed
Launched tours for digital nomads, Soviet Tbilisi, Night Tbilisi, 3-day Slow Travel package, and Tour + Photoshoot. Passed the 400-tour milestone. Launched a Telegram bot for bookings.
2026
500+ tours and 4.9/5 rating
Over 500 tours completed. 87 verified reviews, average rating 4.9 out of 5. 11 unique itineraries in the lineup. Sakhva Travel — one of the highest-rated private guides in Tbilisi according to Google Maps.
What guests say

Reviews about Timur

★★★★★

"Timur is the best guide I've ever traveled with. Kazbegi exceeded all expectations. Small group, engaging stories, not a single dull moment."

Anna K. — Moscow, Kazbegi tour
★★★★★

"We moved to Tbilisi six months ago and only truly saw the city with Timur. The expat tour is a must-have for everyone who just arrived."

Dmitry R. — expat from Saint Petersburg
★★★★★

"Kakheti with Timur isn't a tour — it's a story. Lunch with a local family, wine straight from a qvevri, Bodbe Monastery — everything was perfect."

Maria L. — Almaty, Kakheti tour
Q&A

Frequently asked questions about the guide

Who is Timur and how long has he been a guide?

Timur is a private guide in Tbilisi, Georgia, working since 2023. He has conducted over 500 tours for tourists from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan, as well as travelers from the US, Germany and other countries. Timur grew up in Tbilisi, knows the city inside out, and speaks Russian and English.

What tours does Timur offer?

Timur offers 11 unique itineraries: Kazbegi Day Trip, Sighnaghi & Kakheti, Mtskheta & Jvari, Hidden Tbilisi, Old Tbilisi, Soviet Tbilisi, Night Tbilisi, Expat Tour, Digital Nomad Tbilisi, Tour + Photoshoot, and 3-Day Slow Travel. All tours are in small groups of up to 6 people.

Is prepayment required?

No. Timur doesn't require prepayment. Payment is made on the day of the tour — cash (GEL or EUR) or card. Free cancellation is available 24 hours before without any fees or explanations.

How to contact the guide for booking?

The quickest way is WhatsApp at +995 511 272 623. Timur responds within 15 minutes on average. You can also message on Telegram via @SakhvaGuideBot. Working hours: daily 08:00-22:00, including holidays.

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All tours in small groups up to 6 people. No prepayment.

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