• Manglisi Sioni - You will visit Manglisi Sioni Cathedral that was constructed in 6th-7th century. The first church was built in 4th century during the proclamation of Christianity as the state religion. Byzantine Imperor Constantine gifted to King Mirian abundant treasures and parts of the Holy Cross of Christ and sent Bishop John (Ioanne) to build churches in Georgia. Before he arrived in Mtskheta, he stopped in Manglisi and started building a temple.
• Paravani Lake - You will visit Paravani Lake (2 073 m) is the largest lake with 38 sq.km area with depth of 3 meters. From mid-autumn to mid-spring it is covered with ice.
• Poka Nunnery of St. Nino - You will vist Phoka Nunnery of St. Nino where St. Nino stayed for two days after she entered Georgia via crossing the mountains of Javakheti. She started preaching the Christian faith, followed river Mtkvari and reached Mtskheta. The monastery has a missionary role, representing for years the only Georgian-speaking island in an alienated environment. The nunnery produces cheese, candles, cloisonne enamel and confectionery products.
• Gorelovka - You will visit village Gorelovka to visit Ethnographic Museum. The village was founded by Dukhabors, Christian spiritual religious group of Russian origin. They rejected the secular government, priesthood, the use of icons, and all church rituals. They do not follow any customs other than marriage. Women are equal to men in the family. They were relocated from Russia during the reign of Emperor Nicholas I and 5,000 Doukhobors were resettled to Georgia between 1841 and 1845.
• Dashbashi Canyon - You will visit Tsalka Canyon (Dashbashi Canyon) that has astounding cascading waterfalls that take exotic emerald colour and form dozens of small waterfalls. The canyon complex includes a 1800-meter path to the canyon river with stunning views and unique 240-meter long glass bridge over the canyon with a diamond-shaped café in the middle.
• Asureti - You will visit village Asureti where 7,000 German colonists settled in 1817. After living for almost 125 years, in 1941 Stalin deported Germans from Georgia to Central Asia. Only those who were married to Georgians were allowed to stay. The durability of the houses built without cement and nails, oak balconies, sulfur bath and wine cellar still amaze people. In Asureti there is an old Georgian vine variety \

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• All fees and/or taxes

This comprehensive full-day tour features visits to the Manglisi Cathedral, a structure from the 6th-7th centuries, as well as Poka Nunnery of St. Nino, known for its organic offerings. We’ll also swing by the village of Gorelovka near the Georgia-Armenia border, where we will visit the Ethnographic Museum of the Dukhabors, a Christian spiritual group of Russian heritage. Additional highlights include the former German colony of Asureti (Elizabettal), and the stunning Tsalka (Dashbashi) canyon complex, complete with a 1800-meter trek to the canyon that boasts a series of charming waterfalls and an exceptional 240-meter long glass bridge featuring a diamond-shaped café at its center. Our journey will involve exploring the following lakes: Tsalka, Paravani, Saghamo, Bugdasheni, and Madatapa. Two tour variations are available: a Luncheon & Wine Tasting option which features a sampling of delectable local meals and endemic wines, or a Private tour to Tsalka Canyon perfect for those who appreciate spectacular natural settings, picturesque lake views, organically grown food, and endemic wines. The total travel distance is 385 km (235 miles).

• Tsalka Canyon is closed during bad weather and the height of the visitor in the canyon must exceed 1.2 m. To reach the canyon guest need to hike around 30 minutes.
• Ladies need to wear head scarves and dresses in Georgian orthodox churches. Short trousers for men are also forbidden. Scarves and dresses can also be found near church entrances for men and women to enter churches.
• Standard Tour does not include lunch, but you will stop in a restaurant for lunch.

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