10-Hour Vardzia, Rabati and Borjomi Private Tour

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Vardzia, a magnificent 12th-century cave city carved into a cliff
• 02 Visit Rabati Castle and discover its blend of Islamic and Orthodox architecture
• 03 Walk through picturesque Borjomi and relax in its parks
• 04 Taste Borjomi's famous mineral water with its reputed healing properties

Discover three of southern Georgia's standout destinations in one day, from the historic cave city of Vardzia to the restored medieval complex of Rabati and the picturesque town of Borjomi. Explore Vardzia's interconnected rooms, tunnels, stairways, cave dwellings, and churches while learning about its history and culture. Continue to Rabati, where Islamic and Orthodox architecture come together in a fortress complex with a mosque, bazaar, and museum. In Borjomi, enjoy the beautiful natural scenery, stroll through the town centre and parks, and taste the famous mineral water known for its healing properties.

Start from the meeting point and arrive in Vardzia, a magnificent cave city carved into a cliff that dates back to the 12th century.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Akhaltsikhe, Borjomi, Vardzia

Languages English, Georgian, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Vardzia, Rabati Castle and Borjomi

Start from the meeting point and arrive in Vardzia, a magnificent cave city carved into a cliff that dates back to the 12th century. Explore the cave dwellings, churches, and other ancient structures, and learn about the history and culture of this important site.

Drive to Rabati Castle, a medieval fortress that has been restored and expanded to include a mosque, a church, a museum, and other cultural attractions. Explore the castle's many rooms and learn about its history and significance to Georgia.

Arrive in Borjomi, a picturesque town known for its hot springs and mineral water. Walk through the town centre and relax in one of the many parks.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• WiFi on board

What's Not Included

• Admission to Borjomi Park - 5 GEL (Lari)
• Admission to Vardzia - 17 GEL (Lari)
• Admission to Rabati - 18 GEL (Lari)
• Lunch: at the end of the tour, we visit a restaurant. It is not included in the tour price.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Vardzia, Georgia

Tour start

Vardzia, Georgia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.