6 days/5 nights
First day
Tbilisi. Arrival
in Tbilisi. Meeting at the airport with a tour leader. Transfer to the hotel. Accommodation in the hotel.
The first acquaintance with the Tbilisi-this delightful charm curves Tbilisi streets, terraces of houses wreathed with vines, old churches with tiled domes, the ruins of ancient monasteries, traditional Georgian yards with fancy carved porches. A walk through the old town: lighted square and Park-located in the heart of the Cemetery of the old town. Around the quiet charm of the narrow, Sun-drenched, the Tbilisi streets, terraces of houses wreathed with vines, old churches with tiled domes, the silhouettes of ancient monasteries, traditional Georgian yards with fancy carved porches before Holy Trinity Cathedral "Sameba", part of the largest Orthodox churches in the world. Climb Mount Mtatsminda cable-Tbilisi funicular leads from the center of Tbilisi in the upper Park of mtatsminda mountain. It was built by the Belgians in the year 1905and is known far beyond the city. The popularity of said even mention funicular in "the twelve chairs by ILF and Petrov". Height: Mtatsminda is nearly 800 meters, hence tourists picturesque panorama of the capital of Georgia. On this Holy Mount, as it is called in Georgia is a beautiful Orthodox Church-the Church of Saint David (Mama Daviti,(father daviti ) XIX century) and the Pantheon of illustrious personalities of Georgia, where he is buried the famous writer a.s. Griboyedov and Grand Georgian philosophers, poets, writers, musicians, actors-Akaki Tsereteli, Ilia Chavchavadze, Vazha Pshavella, Veriko Andjaparidze, Sergo Zakariadze, Nodar Dumbadze. The capital of Georgia, and in the evening a surprisingly beautiful: it stands on several mountain highlighted hills, on which tiers "creep" of the ancient quarters of the city. Beautiful Kura River with its spectacular rocky cliffs, flowing through the city of Tbilisi, especially elegantly welcomes guests at night. Rustaveli Avenue-framed by centuries-old plane trees, he forever will be remembered for the guests of the Georgian capital. This street with museums and theatres, with monuments and Temple book collapse, boutiques and cafes is the favourite meeting place and communication Tbilisi and tourists. Welcome dinner with the programme at the national restaurant. Overnight in Tbilisi. this landscape resist, so here's everything breathes from antiquity.
Second day
Breakfast in the hotel. Meeting with the guide in the lobby of the hotel. Excursion to the historical part of the city begins with a visit to Metekh Temple, which is one of the most famous monuments in Tbilisi. The temple was erected in 13 c. at the edge of the rocky shores of Chickens and it was in the past the fortress and residence of Georgian Kings. Under the arches of the first Georgian metekhi Temple martyr-Queen of shushaniki Guests will rise to the cableway to narikala fortress, which is the most ancient monument, a kind of "heart and soul of the city". The date of construction of the fortress called approximately the 4th century a.d., that is, she is, in fact,with the founding of the city itself. Later the fortress was expanded several times. From the Castle down to the sulfur baths that were built in the style of classical oriental architecture. This is a low, squat buildings, top closed with semicircular domes with large glass openings in the Center, serving Windows, illuminating the Interior, because the baths are located below ground level. In the old days, people here not only bathed, but chatted late into before dawn, and the city matchmakers arranged presentation on special days. The baths were given social dinners, concluded trade deals. Visit the Sioni Cathedral is the main church of Tbilisi historically, named in honor of Mount Zion and was consecrated in honor of the assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Located on the Bank of the river Kura in old Tbilisi. Was built on the orders of the Byzantine nobles Guram I in 6 century but destroyed by Arabs. In 12 century. David IV the Builder built a new temple here, since many times the victim and recycled. The Government has tried to destroy a monument to Beria Orthodox architecture. And only at the end of the eighties of the last century, the Church of the assumption (Sioni) in Meheti again regained its status. In the Cathedral are buried some hierarchs of the Georgian church and its main relic is an ancient cross of St. Nina, who brought Christianity to Georgia. Inspection of the Anchiskhati Basilica-in the old town there is still an ancient stone church of St. Mary, built in the 6th century. Beautiful rectangular building of the Church was built under the influence of ancient Palestinian architecture. Doors of Anchiskhati Church are decorated with traditional Georgian cross, which made St. Nino. The West façade of the Cathedral of stone carved medallion with a cross, which is preserved from the earliest part of the building. Tops and arches were rebuilt in XVII-XIX centuries. The Church got its present name in the 17th century, when moved a large icon of the Anchichskhati Cathedral (South Georgia). Icon of the Saviour is one of the holiest shrines of Georgia. It is executed in the technician (painting with hot wax paints), which originated in Byzantium not earlier than the 6th century. The icon of the Savior from Anchi became widely known in the XII century, when the courtier Queen Tamar made for her silver with gold accents. In the 17th century, private owners handed the icon of St. Mary's Church in Tbilisi. Here the Savior icon was more than 200 years. In the late 19th century for security reasons she was placed in the Church Museum. Today the Anchi icon (in Georgian "Anchiskhati") is displayed in the Museum of art of Georgia. Walk around the glass bridge "World" is the bridge on the river Kura (Mtkvari), connects the old town and the modern Tbilisi-from here you can enjoy the famous panorama of the many attractions of the city. Wavy 156 m long bridge was designed by the Italian architect Michel de Lucchi, in conjunction with the French engineer-illuminator Philippe Martineau. In the evening, iridescent illuminated bridge different colour lights — just their order 30 thousand. Interactive light system on bridge stairs two World using Morse code every hour depicts one of the elements of the periodic table, which is in the human body. The main idea of the installation — all the people are United. Overnight in Tbilisi.Third day
Third day : Central Georgia-Ananuri-Gori-Uplesthikhe
Breakfast in the hotel. Drive to the ancient capital of Georgia Mtskheta-City-Museum, a number of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Visit the ancient temple-monastery Jvari monastery (6th century). At the top of the mountain where the temple is located, offers fantastic views of the confluence of the two rivers Kura and aragvi, so romantic described in his poem Mtsyri, Lermontov. Ibid., at a glance, a beautiful view of the ancient capital of Georgia-Mtskheta. Visiting in Mtskheta Cathedral svetitskhoveli (1010-1029), under which buried one of the main Christian shrines-Heaton Jesus Christ, one of the most important sacred artifacts of the New Testament, which after the Crucifixion was brought to Mtskheta-Eliozom one of the witnesses to his death on the cross, as well as the burial place of many of the Georgian Kings. There is also a part of the invigorate pillar. Excursion to the mountain, the road will open up marvelous views of Lake Zhinvali. Stop at Castle Ananuri (XVII century), located above the Aragvi River. From a historical perspective, the most interesting in Ananuri is the Dormition Church. It was built in 1689 is the rare case of a temple, built in the 17th century. Such across the country two or three. Shrine classic, dome, on the West side-carved stone decorations: the cross and the vine. In front of the Castle by the locals always sell a lot of souvenirs. Go to Gori is a big city with a population of about 50000 people, the administrative center of Shida Kartli. Gori is located at the confluence of the rivers Mtkvari and Liakhvi River in the picturesque Kartlia Valley. To the South and West of Gori, surrounded by scenic mountains. Located mainly on the northern side of the Chickens, at the confluence of the great Liakhvi River in it. In Central Georgia is the second largest city after Tbilisi. The first news of its existence have survived from the 12th century. 1920 Gori earthquake February 20, 1920 year marked: collapsed all the temples and secular buildings, the town was completely destroyed and the population decreased to 5000 people. In 1930-ies it started rebuilding almost from scratch. It is for this reason that the city drevnos′ highly contrived-really we can only see the buildings of the Soviet era. The city is known for surviving fortress Goristsihe and Museum of Stalin. Goristsihe-Gori fortress-the most notable and Grand ancient structure of the city ofGori. Its history is rich and tragic, from the fortress survived. Strengthening for today is the Central Citadel of the city of Gori, a kind of Kremlin. The main competitors are the narikala fortress in Tbilisi and the castle of Rabat in Akhaltsikhe. This it. In Central Georgia is the second largest city after Tbilisi. The first news of its existence have survived from the 12th century. 1920 Gori earthquake February 20, 1920 year marked: collapsed all the temples and secular buildings, the town was completely destroyed and the population decreased to 5000 people. In 1930-ies it started rebuilding almost from scratch. It is for this reason that the city drevnos′ highly contrived-really we can only see the buildings of the Soviet era. The city is known for surviving fortress Goristsihe and Museum of Stalin. Goristsihe-Gori fortress-the most notable and Grand ancient structure of the city ofGori. Its history is rich and tragic, from the fortress survived. Strengthening for today is the Central Citadel of the city of Gori, a kind of Kremlin. The main competitors are the narikala fortress in Tbilisi and the castle of Rabat in Akhaltsikhe. This
Fourth day :Eastern Georgia-Kakheti
Breakfast in the hotel. We head to the edge of winemaking, Kakheti. Half-day excursions to draw the monastery complex David Gareji , which lies amidst the hills of semi-desert. It was founded in 6 a.d. one of the thirteen Syrian Holy fathers. After visiting the monastery of Lavra, climb to the monastery Udabno and see the unique frescoes -6 -13 centuries and breathtaking views that stretch all the way up to the border with Azerbaijan. The complex includes: carved in the rock of Qilya, churches, chapels ,dining rooms and living quarters. This area is Habitat for Wednesday of some animal species listed in the Red data book, and besides, it found traces of the oldest human settlements in the region. Then head to the small, charming "Love" Town of Sighnaghi, a walk around the city and to the walls of the town enjoy the amazing views of the Valley of the River Alazani. Visit in the village of Bodbe monastery of St. George and the tomb of St. Nino, which brought Christianity to Georgia. Optional-ablution in the waters of the Holy of the Holy source, which heals and nature makes happy. Moving to the kakhetian village lagodekhi. Accommodation in a family hotel.
Fifth day : Wine card
Breakfast in the hotel. Lagodekhi National Park has an area of 1996 HA. Adjacent to the borders of Azerbaijan and Russia. Forests it joined Alpine Meadows to the North and here hiking trails. Lagodekhi national park retains the pristine ecosystems, ponds and waterfalls. There are a large number of plants, live rare animals, birds and fish .The Park can be found a brown bear, red deer, chamois, Wolf, roe deer. We will go the shortest route-3 km from the main entrance to the waterfall. Route takes 2 hour sand will lead us to a beautiful 7-metre waterfall, where guests can bathe in summer.Visit to the wine House Corporation Kindzmarauli wine tasting and a visit to Marani .Kvareli tunnel: carved in the Rocky mountainside of Caucasus, 8 km long, located in the kvareli region of Kakheti-a unique repository of the best wines of Kakheti, then the elevator you can get in a restaurant overlooking the Alazani Valley, where you can dine on excellent Georgian dishes. Pass the fence (the highest point of the1620m)-gombori road is beautiful in any season: idyllic village, the magnificent landscapes of the Alazani Valley and Caucasian mountains, panoramic views, ancient forests, lovely lawn and sea of clouds is just a brief list of what awaits you on this road. Return to hotel in Tbilisi. Overnight in Tbilisi.
Sixth day : Departure
Breakfast in the hotel. Free time for souvenir shopping in the old town (district shardeni with art galleries, cafes, souvenir shops). Transfer to the airport. Return home.
The tour price includes:
Welcome
dinner (without alcohol) with a program of dances and songs
The tour price does not include:
possible charges for photography and filming