This is an adventure through southern Georgia across two intense days of discovery that will take you through some of the country's most impressive wonders. This carefully designed itinerary combines ancient history, medieval architecture and spectacular landscapes, offering a unique experience that reveals Georgia's best-kept treasures. From the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe to the majestic city
Itinerario
Day 1 - Tbilisi - Gori - Uplistsikhe - Akhaltsikhe
Total road distance - 248KM 4 Hours and 12 Minutes After breakfast at the hotel, we begin our adventure. The following visits are planned: Road 89KM 1 Hour and 22 MinutesStalin Museum
The Stalin Museum in Gori, birthplace of the controversial Soviet leader, represents one of the last museums dedicated to Josef Stalin in the world. The complex includes the original birthplace, a Soviet palace-style building and Stalin's personal railway car. The exhibition houses an extensive collection of personal items, photographs, historical documents and the original death mask of the dictator. During our visit, we will explore the halls documenting Stalin's life from his youth in Georgia to his Soviet leadership, examine his luxurious armored railway car and reflect on the complex historical legacy he left in the region.
Uplistsikhe
Located in the Kartli region of central Georgia, Uplistsikhe is an ancient cave city carved in rock dating back to the first millennium BC. This extraordinary archaeological complex, considered one of the oldest settlements in the Caucasus, was an important religious and commercial center on the historic Silk Road. Its architectural structures include pagan temples, Christian basilicas and civic buildings reflecting the unique fusion of Christian and pagan styles. The city is notable for its street system, secret tunnels and an exceptionally well-preserved Roman theater. During our visit we will explore the ancient wine cellars, walk through stone-carved alleyways and marvel at the panoramic views of the Mtkvari River from atop this natural acropolis, transporting ourselves through more than 3000 years of Caucasian history.
Day 2 - Akhaltsikhe - Vardzia - Khertvisi - Tbilisi
Total road distance - 287KM 5 Hours and 30 Minutes After breakfast at the hotel, we begin our adventure. The following visits are planned: Road 60KM 1 Hour and 20 MinutesVardzia
Carved into the vertical face of Mount Erusheli, Vardzia emerges as an impressive 12th-century cave monastery city, symbol of the cultural peak of medieval Georgia during the reign of Queen Tamar. This monastic complex stretches 500 meters and reaches up to 19 levels in height, housing more than 600 rooms including churches, wine cellars, libraries and an intricate system of tunnels and irrigation. The site is particularly notable for the Church of the Dormition, which preserves exceptional 12th-century frescoes, including a famous portrait of Queen Tamar. During our exploration, we will walk through the tunnels and secret staircases connecting the different chambers, discover ancient wine cellars, and marvel at the medieval frescoes that have survived earthquakes and centuries of history in this architectural gem carved from the rock.
Khertvisi Fortress
Khertvisi Fortress, located in the Samtskhe-Javakheti valley of Georgia, is one of the oldest fortresses in the country, with origins dating back to the 2nd century BC. Strategically positioned at the confluence of the Mtkvari and Paravani rivers, it served as an important defense during the medieval era and a key point on the Silk Road. Its imposing walls, towers and panoramic views of the valley make it a symbol of the region's historical resilience.
During our visit we will explore the well-preserved structures, climb the towers to admire the landscape and immerse ourselves in the stories that make Khertvisi a place full of charm and history. 
