Full Day Trip to Chiatura from Kutaisi

Embark on a captivating full-day journey that reveals the rustic allure of Chiatura, an intriguing town situated in the heart of Georgia. Beginning and ending in the historic city of Kutaisi, this tour offers an unforgettable mix of natural splendor, distinctive Soviet-era history, and cultural immersion.

Duration: 7 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • McDonald’s - 10:00AM - 10:30 AM - Departure from Kutaisi Central Square, McDonald’s, 1 Tbilisi Street. Your journey begins at the heart of Kutaisi. We invite you to meet us at 10:00 AM in front of the iconic McDonald’s on Tbilisi Street, a well-known and easily accessible location. Look for our team members, identifiable by their red scarves, ready to welcome you and ensure a smooth start to your day’s adventure.

  • Chiatura - Meet local guide in Chiatura. After a scenic 1 hour and 30 minutes drive from Kutaisi, you will arrive in Chiatura, a town steeped in industrial history and nestled in a dramatic valley. Here, you will have the opportunity to meet with a local guide, an expert well-versed in the stories, history, and hidden gems of Chiatura.

  • Katskhi Pillar - As you observe the Katskhi Pillar, the sheer scale and beauty of this natural wonder become evident, offering a moment of reflection on the incredible feats of early Christian ascetics who sought solitude and spiritual elevation in such remote and challenging locations.

  • Mgvimevi convent - Set aside 40 minutes to immerse yourself in the serene and spiritual ambiance of the Mghvimevi Cave Monastery, a historical and religious treasure located near the town of Chiatura in Georgia.

  • Central Cable Car Station - Following the cable car ride, visit the Chiatura Viewpoint, a vantage point that presents a breathtaking panoramic view of the town. From this elevated location, you can fully appreciate the dramatic landscape that surrounds Chiatura, including the winding river, the striking geological formations, and the juxtaposition of nature with the town’s industrial framework.

  • Restaurant - Dedicate an hour of your journey in Chiatura, Georgia, to indulge in a delightful local tasting experience, blending a quick yet satisfying lunch with the unique flavors of the region.

  • Chiatura Railway Station - Chiatura Railway Station, situated in the industrious town of Chiatura in Georgia, Europe, serves as a crucial transport hub, embodying a blend of historical significance and modern functionality.

  • Akaki Tsereteli Drama Theatre in Chiatura - Set aside 30 minutes to step into the historical world of Chiatura’s unique theatre, a cultural gem that has been a part of the town’s artistic landscape for over 100 years.

  • Kutaisi - 04:30 PM Departure from Chiatura to Kutaisi. 06:00 PM - Return to Kutaisi: Conclude the excursion and return to Kutaisi Central Square or Kutaisi International Airport.

What's Included
  • Transportation
  • Guide service
What's Not Included
  • Optional Cable car ticket -5 Lari = $2
  • Optional lunch around 30 Lari = $12
Location
McDonald's
Tbilisi Street
Your journey begins from Kutaisi, we invite you to meet us at 10:00 AM in front of the iconic McDonald's on 1 Tbilisi Street.Look for our team members, identifiable by their red scarves, ready to welcome you and ensure a smooth start to your day's adventure.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Michelleoa7902oc
Aug 29, 2024
A great tour. - Demo, our guide, made the tour very interesting and informative while also adding a local and personal perspective as he is from Chiatura. He was also very obliging and helpful, taking photos of us with the attractions. I highly recommend this tour.
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R6472dnkimw
Aug 29, 2024
Unique tour of town known for their cable cars - If you want to do something a bit different, this tour was pretty interesting. We got to see different parts of the town and the nature around it was beautiful. Plus, you get to ride on one of the newer cable cars.
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968bartekg
Aug 16, 2024
Trip to Chiatura - Amazing experience and the best guide! Totally worth it ;)) nice English! Chiatura is beautiful and very comfortable :D
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Nagmaj
Aug 14, 2024
Long day ,lots of walking but worth every second - It was a great tour specially demo our guide made sure it’s interesting and informative enough ,young and lovely guide ….shows how much he loves his small town and work.I highly recommend this tour
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Passenger26127103868
Aug 12, 2024
Super recommended experience! - As a photographer I thank you for this tour, it gave me the opportunity to visit places that otherwise I would not have been able to see alone! Special thanks also to our Demo Guide, a local boy who was able to transfer his passion for the city in which he grew up, as well as being informed and prepared about everything, including curiosities! Super recommended tour!
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Eleanorfaurskovh
Aug 9, 2024
Beautiful destinations, with a great guide! - The tour was excellent! Our tour guide Lasha was really friendly and welcoming. He told us a lot of information about the destinations, and answered all of our questions. He waited for us when we took pictures, and helped us with them too. Throughout the day he also took pictures, so we could get them when we came back. In the car he told/ showed us Georgian traditions and songs. The destinations were really interesting, and beautiful. Overall it was a great day, with a really good guide! :)
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Ioanna_deligiorgi
Aug 7, 2024
100% recommended - A must-do tour with a great local guide. The scenic landscapes are beautiful, you should definitely aim to do the tour on a sunny day.
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Ana
Aug 7, 2024
Breathtaking city - Chiatura is an amazing city. The views are breathtaking. The chapels are so peaceful and they have unique architecture. The tour guide was very friendly; he showed us the best places to take pictures and gave us valuable information about the city. I highly recommend this tour.
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R6521uaclarag
Aug 6, 2024
Awesome - has been a great day, amazing sites, local experiences, very family friendly delicious food and explanations about the sites and their history ♥️ a thousand thanks for everything, most recommended
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Safari32660451308
Aug 6, 2024
Fantastic visit chiatura - The Guide guided us well through chiatura. We went into the cable car and he showed us there abandoned hospital and beautiful viewpoints. We also visited a museum and a beautiful monastery. I can recommend this trip to everyone because you can never organize this yourself so well.
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