Flights from Almaty or Astana from ~$200, accommodation from $25/night, private tours from ₾90. Two mountain nations, one unforgettable journey.
Kazakhstan and Georgia share a kindred spirit — both nations are defined by dramatic mountain landscapes, ancient traditions and famously warm hospitality. Getting from Almaty or Astana to Tbilisi takes 4.5–6 hours. Once in Georgia, you'll find a country that feels familiar yet completely different: different mountains, different wine, different history. An independent trip with a private English-speaking guide offers far more depth than any package tour at 25–35% lower cost.
Flights from both Almaty and Astana. Real prices and travel times for 2026.
| Route | Airline | Flight time | Round-trip price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almaty → Tbilisi (direct/1-stop) | Air Astana / SCAT | 4.5–5.5 hours | from ~$200 |
| Astana → Tbilisi (1-stop) | Air Astana / Turkish | 5–7 hours | from ~$220 |
| Almaty → Istanbul → Tbilisi | Turkish Airlines | 7–9 hours | from ~$230 |
| Astana → Istanbul → Tbilisi | Turkish Airlines | 7–9 hours | from ~$240 |
Tip: Air Astana often has the best direct/1-stop fares from Almaty. Check both Google Flights and the Air Astana website. Book 2–3 months ahead for best prices — summer fares from Kazakhstan can be 40–50% higher than off-season.
Cost breakdown for 7 days per person. Prices for April–October 2026.
| Expense | Budget | Mid-range | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round-trip flights (from Almaty) | $200 | $280 | $420 |
| Accommodation (7 nights) | $70 | $150 | $300 |
| Food & drinks | $35 | $60 | $110 |
| Private tours (3 excursions) | from $130 | $200 | $290 |
| Local transport | $15 | $35 | $60 |
| Total for 7 days | ~$450 | ~$725 | ~$1,180 |
Ready-made plans for every trip length. All verified by guide Timur.
Day 1: Arrival, check-in, explore Old Tbilisi
Day 2: Mtskheta — Jvari, Svetitskhoveli (₾90)
Day 3: Kazbegi — Caucasus mountains (₾175)
Day 4: Night Tbilisi + sulfur baths
Day 5: Market, souvenirs, departure
Day 1: Arrival, first impressions of Tbilisi
Day 2: Old Tbilisi walking tour (₾90)
Day 3: Kazbegi (₾175)
Day 4: Kakheti — wine, Sighnaghi (₾170)
Day 5: Mtskheta (₾90)
Day 6: Georgian family dinner (₾250)
Day 7: Bazaar, departure
Days 1–2: Tbilisi — Old City, Narikala, night walk
Day 3: Kazbegi (₾175)
Day 4: Kakheti (₾170)
Day 5: Mtskheta (₾90)
Day 6: Kutaisi day trip (₾165)
Day 7: Batumi — Black Sea (₾145)
Day 8: Soviet Tbilisi (₾155)
Days 9–10: Free exploration, departure
Essential itineraries with private guide Timur. English, groups up to 7 people.
Gergeti Trinity Church above the clouds, Georgian Military Highway, Ananuri Fortress. Caucasus mountains in one day — a must for mountain lovers.
Sighnaghi, Bodbe Monastery, qvevri wine tasting. Georgia is the birthplace of wine — 8,000 years of winemaking tradition.
Jvari, Svetitskhoveli, confluence of Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers. Georgia's spiritual heart, 20 min from Tbilisi.
Narikala, sulfur baths, Sioni Cathedral, colourful Abanotubani balconies. Tbilisi's historic heart on foot.
Narikala lights, Bridge of Peace, the Mtkvari embankment. Tbilisi after dark — a completely different atmosphere.
Tbilisi → Kakheti → Kazbegi. Three unhurried days: mountains, wine, food and genuine Georgia.
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