Tour route
Departure from Tbilisi at 9:00. First stop — Ananuri Fortress (17th c.) above the Zhinvali Reservoir. A turquoise lake reflecting the snowy mountains — one of the best panoramas in Georgia. Next — the Gudauri ski resort (2196 m): here the road crosses the Greater Caucasus range.
The Cross Pass (2395 m) — the border between Georgia and the mountain world. Even in summer it's cool here, and views of mountain ranges open up on every side. Then the descent to Stepantsminda — a village at the foot of Kazbek.
The climb to Gergeti Church is in our car. The 14th-century Trinity Church stands at 2,170 metres. The view from here of Kazbek and Gergeti is what people come for.
Practical information
In winter the road may be closed due to snow — the guide will check the weather in advance. In summer we recommend bringing a warm jacket: even in July it can be +10°C on the pass. Read: Complete Kazbegi guide 2026.
Detailed itinerary
Days 1–2 — Tbilisi without rushing. The Old Town, Mtatsminda, Fabrika, restaurants and the city at night. Two days in the capital mean you don't have to rush and can go back to the places you liked.
Day 3 — Mtskheta and Gori. Svetitskhoveli, Jvari and the cave town of Uplistsikhe.
Day 4 — Kazbegi. The Georgian Military Road and Gergeti Church below Mount Kazbek.
Days 5–6 — Kakheti. Sighnaghi, Telavi, the Alazani Valley and three or four wineries: there's enough wine for two days, not one evening.
Days 7–8 — Svaneti. Flight or drive to Mestia, Svan towers, lakes and Ushguli. On mountain roads — in an off-road vehicle.
Days 9–10 — Batumi. The Black Sea coast, the old town, the boulevard and the botanical garden — the finale of the route by the sea.
Practical tips
Ten days means crossing the whole country from east to west, so pack as you would for a big journey, not for a trip based in one city.
- Compact luggage. Accommodation changes along the route: one medium suitcase is easier than two large ones.
- Clothes for three climates. Hot Tbilisi, cool Svaneti and the humid Batumi coast — you'll need both a jacket and a swimsuit.
- The pace in Kakheti. Two tastings a day is a comfortable pace, all four in one day is not, which is why Kakheti gets two days.
- Buffer for mountain weather. Svaneti and Kazbegi depend on the road and the weather — we decide on those days the day before.
Who the ten-day option suits
Of the 3-, 5- and 10-day line-up, only this route reaches Svaneti and the Black Sea coast.
- For those who want both mountains and sea. The last two days are in Batumi: the coast, the old town, the boulevard and the botanical garden.
- For high-mountain lovers. Two days in Svaneti: Mestia, Svan towers, lakes and Ushguli. An off-road vehicle is included in the price for this section.
- For wine lovers. Two days are given to Kakheti: Sighnaghi, Telavi, the Alazani Valley and 3–4 wineries.
- Not suitable those who want to stay in one hotel: the route runs from east to west, and overnight stops change along the way.
10 days vs 3 and 5: what's the difference
- Vs 3 and 5 days: 3 days and 5 days revolve around Tbilisi. Ten days means crossing the whole country with a finale by the sea, not day trips out of the capital.
- Tbilisi: two full days — the Old Town, Mtatsminda, Fabrika, restaurants and nightlife, rather than one day as in the three-day tour.
- Versus the all-Georgia tour: tour of all Georgia is built from blocks over 10–14 days and can include Borjomi with Vardzia and the canyons near Kutaisi. In the ten-day tour the set of regions is fixed in advance.
- Price: from ₾3200 per person: it includes a guide for the whole route and transport around the country, including an off-road vehicle for Svaneti.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time for the 10-day tour?
From June to September: Svaneti and Ushguli are warmest and Batumi has its swimming season. The route also works in May and October, but the sea is cool and the mountain weather is more changeable.
How do we get from Kakheti to Svaneti?
In the programme, the seventh day is a flight or drive to Mestia. We choose the option based on your dates and the weather, and get around Svaneti itself by off-road vehicle.
Where does the tour end and where do I fly home from?
The last two days are in Batumi. The return logistics — flying out of Batumi or returning to Tbilisi — are agreed when booking, so you don’t lose half a day on the road.
How much is the 10-day Georgia tour and what is included?
The tour costs from ₾3200 per person and depends on the number of travellers (up to 7), the hotel level and the season. The base price includes a local guide for the whole route, transport around the country (including an off-road vehicle for Svaneti) and the programme: 6 regions from Tbilisi to Batumi through the mountains. Accommodation, meals and entrance tickets are calculated separately or included in a package — your choice. Once the route and hotels are agreed, we’ll send a detailed quote.
Isn’t 10 days on the road tiring?
No, the pace is deliberately relaxed: about 2 days per region, so there’s no daily packing and no long drives. You have time not only to sightsee but also to rest — a day on the beach in Batumi, a slow morning in the mountains, an unhurried tasting in Kakheti. This tour is for those who want to feel the country, not tick boxes. If 10 days is too much, we can easily cut it to 7 without losing the essentials.
Can it be cut to 7 days or the regions changed?
Yes, the tour is completely flexible. The standard is 6 regions in 10 days, but you can drop, for example, Svaneti or Batumi to fit into 7 days, or add Tusheti, Vardzia or Racha instead. We’ll adapt the route to your priorities — mountains, wine, sea or history — and to your budget. Tell us how many days you have and what matters most to see, and we’ll put together the best programme.
Tip
On a ten-day tour people tire not of the mountains but of the driving. That's why the route is built in pairs of days: two days in Tbilisi, two in Kakheti, two in Svaneti, two by the sea. Spend your evenings on the spot, not in the car. If you want to shorten it, it's easier to drop one paired block than to squeeze every day a little.
Why choose this tour
10 days is enough to see all of Georgia without rushing: Tbilisi, Kakheti, the Georgian Military Road, Western Georgia. Groups of no more than 7 people: you choose the pace, and the route flexes to the participants' wishes.
Rated 9.4 based on 164 reviews — most of them for long tours around the country. We send a detailed plan with logistics a few days before the start and stay in touch on WhatsApp throughout the trip.
How booking works
Message us on WhatsApp: +995 511 27 26 23. We'll confirm the date, number of people and your wishes, and send a confirmation with the route, times and price. 30% prepayment when booking, the balance before the tour starts; dates are fixed after prepayment. Cancellation: 14 days or more — full refund minus non-refundable costs (hotels, tickets), 7–13 days — 30% is retained, 3–6 days — 50%, less than 3 days — no refund.
