Kakheti Wine and Gastronomic Tour: Authentic Experience with Locals in Eastern Georgia
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Kakabeti
Immerse yourself in the authentic village life of eastern Georgia on a Kakheti Wine and Gastronomic Tour. Taste organic wine, indulge in ECO food, and meet local farmers and winemakers.
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- VELLINO Wine Cellar - The very first stop will present one of the youngest winemakers, local entrepreneur, who decided to bring his family traditions back in life and started to produce real Georgian organic wines.
- Badiauri - Authentic Georgian bread bakery, where travelers will enjoy masterclass of traditional bread baking and will be able to participate in the cooking process.
- Bodbe Monastery of St. Nino - According to Georgian tradition, St. Nino, having witnessed the conversion of Georgians to the Christian faith, withdrew to the Bodbe gorge, in Kakheti, where she died c. 338-340. At the behest of King Mirian III (r. 284-361), a small monastery was built at the place where Nino was buried.
- Signagi - Town in Georgia’s easternmost region of Kakheti and the administrative center of the Signagi Municipality. Although it is one of Georgia’s smallest towns, Signagi serves as a popular tourist destination due to its location at the heart of Georgia’s wine-growing regions, as well as its picturesque landscapes, pastel houses and narrow, cobblestone streets.
- Velistsikhe - Heart of Georgian winemaking traditions. Here travelers will enjoy their lunch and another winetasting at local family;
- Gombori Pass - Drive back to Tbilisi through beautiful Gombori pass at the elevation of 1500 meters above sea level.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Homemade traditional lunch
- Expert driver/guide
- Wine tastings
- Included alcoholic beverages
- No fuel surcharges
What's Not Included
- Any other personal and additional requirements that are not mentioned in the inclusions;
Additional Information
Immerse yourself in authentic local culture, savor genuine Georgian organic wine and ECO-friendly food; Journey through the picturesque villages of the Kakheti region (Eastern Georgia) and engage with local agriculturists, vintners, and families managing small hospitality ventures, who are always eager to impart their knowledge of traditions and homemade goods; This excursion presents a unique chance to delve into the rural life of Eastern Georgians, engage in native activities, and discover historical and cultural landmarks along the way;
- Dress code is smart casual
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
VELLINO Wine Cellar
39th St. 11
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Xiiva9972
May 17, 2022
1 of the best trip so far - the trip was really fun. best guide with good attitude and alot of information you will get from him
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Caroljara
Aug 26, 2019
Excellent tour and guide - We had a wonderful time in Georgia, our guide David is extremely knowledgeable of Georgia, very kind and patient with the tourists and careful with the group. As a plus, he knows a lot about wines , so lovers of wine can make your question about it to him. I highly recommend the tour with Your Way 2 Georgia.
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