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Vacation in Georgia : Highlights & Travel Tips
Georgia is a captivating destination where dramatic mountain landscapes, ancient history, and warm hospitality come together in a relatively compact and affordable country. Nestled at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, it offers travelers an appealing mix of medieval churches, lively cities, traditional village life, and one of the world’s oldest wine cultures. Tbilisi, the capital, stands out for its colorful old town, sulfur baths, eclectic architecture, and growing food and arts scene, while the Caucasus Mountains provide breathtaking scenery and a sense of adventure.
Highlights include exploring Tbilisi’s historic neighborhoods, visiting the hilltop town of Sighnaghi in the Kakheti wine region, and heading north to Kazbegi for sweeping alpine views and the iconic Gergeti Trinity Church. Travelers can also discover ancient cave cities such as Uplistsikhe, relax on the Black Sea coast in Batumi, and enjoy Georgian cuisine through dishes like khinkali and khachapuri. Practical tips: public transport and marshrutkas are budget-friendly but can be crowded, roads in mountain areas may be slow or weather-dependent, and cash is still useful outside major cities. Learning a few basic Georgian phrases and allowing extra time for long, scenic journeys can make the trip smoother and more rewarding.
Best travel reports from Georgia
Hiking from Mestia to Ushguli
A big thanks goes out to my parents - thank you for giving me exactly this height - I fit into the marshrutkas of this world. It's tight, but it works. The journey into the...
Don Curry and the Pillar Monastery
Day 10 - Katskhi
Rain, towers, gravel roads, and a fortress
Yesterday and today were full of events. Started after breakfast, I, as so often in pouring rain, then contrary to my plan in the direction of Ushguli. After a few kilometers,...
Just transit, I'm in Georgia now
The last two days in Turkey were just transit, I would have liked to drive through the mountains, but unfortunately there was a huge rainstorm there. And when it rains a lot,...
Tag 43 Georgia - Separation from the transporter
So, today was the day. Before 07:00 a.m., I went on the transporter for its last ride, at least with me. The destination of the journey was a small village just before Tbilisi,...
Pshaveli - Qvareli
Saturday, July 20, 2019, it's time to say goodbye to Tusheti. After a small breakfast, I pack up our stuff and my new friends from Dresden rearrange their luggage in the car....
Hiking Tour to Tushetis Alazani
During the night to Thursday, July 11, 2019, the fat one actually pukes in the tent. He probably didn't get rid of all the sausage leftovers from the day before. It must have...
Stepanzminda
Look up the Aragvi Valley
Passanauri
I had some time the night before to think about where I would like to hike. After studying the maps, I decided on Kazbegi. Since it had rained on the night of Friday, June 21,...
Mtskheta - Tbilisi
The cave village of Uplistsikhe
Zageri - Kutaisi
a look back
Great Georgia
We are currently sitting near Zugdidi in Georgia, in the middle of tropical greenery by a small river. Not far from us, water buffaloes graze and hard work is being done in the...
Winery in the Tana Gorge
Monday, June 3, 2024. Day 9 of 13. Under a bright blue sky with a clear view of the high Kazbeg, we headed back towards Tbilisi over the Cross Pass. On the way, we had the...
Tbilisi - History and Future
May 27, 2024. Day 2 of 13. Bright sunshine greets us this morning. Perfect for exploring the bustling city of millions on foot. The difference in altitude was noticeable through...
Far up and farther down
Anyone who leaves the big cities in Georgia quickly arrives in the world of nature, mini shops and homestays. The infrastructure becomes minimalist almost without warning and...
Suddenly six of us in Georgia
In Kutaisi we were able to meet friends from Germany with whom we will be traveling together for the next two weeks. The joy was of course huge when we were able to hug each...
Don Curry is hiking in the Caucasus
Day 33 - Juta and surroundings
Don Curry on a Kur
Day 8 - Borjomi
Day 45 Georgia and Germany - Return flight
So, today was the day of the return journey. Just as I got into bed, the alarm clock rang shortly before 03:00. The taxi was scheduled for 03:30, but at 03:15 our host Georgi...
Rain clouds in hand luggage
How the rain followed us.
Lagodekhi
While packing my stuff at Qvareli Lake on Tuesday morning (23.07.2019), I am visited by some hotel employees. They approach in a sort of golf cart and check on things. The whole...
About Juta and Roshka to Khakhmati
After the unpleasant encounter with the Caucasian the day before, I set off alone to Stepantsminda on Monday, July 8, 2019, after breakfast. For the next few days, I have...
Stop in Marneuli
On Sunday, October 14, 2018, we set off from our forest camp at Lisi Lake in the late morning heading south. We make our way to Tbilisi - Saburtalo one last time before crossing...
Übers Swanetische Gebirge
During the night to Tuesday, August 28, 2018, I have to leave the tent several times to reprimand some mischievous cattle. It's a full moon and the animals are causing trouble...
Hinauf nach Uschguli
On Sunday, August 26, 2018, I want to reach Uschguli. The village consists of 4 closely located villages at the upper end of the Enguri Gorge and is located at an altitude of...
Uplistsikhe settlement in Georgia
Cave village
Vardzia Cave Monastery
Wednesday June 5, 2024, day 11 of 13. We visit the famous cave city of Vardzia. Founded by King Giorgis III and his daughter Tamara in the 12th century as a border fortress...
The Kazbeg calls
Sunday, June 2, 2024. Day 8 of 13. This morning, the 5047m high Kazbeg finally appeared, snow-covered and shining white in the sun, with blue skies above. This time we were...
Jungle experience in Lagodekhi Nature Park
Thursday, May 30, 2024. Day 5 of 13. Our day began in the restaurant of the Hotel "Brigitte" with a solid breakfast and a view of the lush green mountains on the slopes of the...
Vashlovani National Park - truly wild Georgia
Wednesday, May 29, 2024, day 4 of 13. We had already been warned: today's tour would take us to Vashlovani National Park. It is located in the southeast, on the border with...