Georgia Like a Local — With the Team Behind GT Hotel
We built GT Hotel in the heart of old Tbilisi because we believe Georgia deserves to be experienced, not just visited. Now we're taking that same philosophy on the road — an 8-day journey through ancient cave cities, Caucasus peaks, and 8,000-year-old wine country, led by the people who call this place home.
This isn't a bus tour with a megaphone. It's a small group of up to 10 guests traveling by private Mercedes Sprinter, staying in hand-picked guesthouses and boutique hotels, eating home-cooked meals with local families, and discovering the Georgia that guidebooks miss. Your Tbilisi home base? GT Hotel, of course.
GT Hotel — Where Your Journey Begins
A boutique hotel in Tbilisi's historic old town, GT Hotel is your home on nights 1 and 8. Wake up to views of Narikala Fortress, step out onto cobblestone streets lined with Art Nouveau balconies, and return each evening to a place that feels like home.
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Tour Highlights
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Old Tbilisi Walking Tour
Narikala Fortress, sulfur baths district, and hidden courtyards with a local guide.
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3 Winery Visits in Kakheti
Taste qvevri wines at family vineyards in the birthplace of winemaking.
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4x4 to Gergeti Trinity Church
Off-road ascent to the iconic church at 2,170m with Mt. Kazbek views.
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Traditional Supra Feast
A multi-course Georgian banquet with a tamada (toastmaster) and polyphonic singing.
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Cooking Class
Learn to make khinkali and khachapuri with a Georgian family.
Who Is This Trip For?
If any of these sound like you, you're in the right place.
The Cultural Explorer
You want to stand inside a 6th-century cave monastery, hear stories from a local historian, and understand why Georgia has its own alphabet. You travel to learn, not just to look.
The Food & Wine Lover
You're here for the 8,000-year wine tradition, the khinkali folding lesson, and the supra feast that lasts until midnight. For you, a country's soul lives on its table.
The Active Discoverer
You'd rather take a 4x4 up a mountain than sit on a tour bus. You want to hike to Gergeti Trinity Church, soak in Borjomi's mineral springs, and feel the altitude at Jvari Pass.
Your 8-Day Journey
Touch down in Tbilisi and transfer straight to GT Hotel in the heart of the old town. Settle in, freshen up, and join the group for a welcome dinner at a traditional Georgian restaurant — your first taste of khachapuri, pkhali, and a glass of Saperavi. Meet your guide and fellow travelers over a leisurely meal with live polyphonic music.
A full day to fall in love with Tbilisi. Morning walking tour through the cobblestone streets of the old town — Narikala Fortress, the sulfur baths district, Leghvtakhevi waterfall, and the colorful leaning houses of Betlemi Quarter. After lunch at a local favorite, join a hands-on cooking class where you'll learn to fold khinkali dumplings and bake cheese-filled shotis puri in a traditional tone oven.
Head north along one of the world's most dramatic mountain roads. Stop at the Ananuri Fortress overlooking the emerald Zhinvali Reservoir, then climb through the Jvari Pass at 2,379m with the Greater Caucasus unfolding around you. Arrive in Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) with Mt. Kazbek towering above. Afternoon at leisure to explore the village or relax with mountain views. Dinner at the hotel.
Morning 4x4 excursion up to Gergeti Trinity Church at 2,170m — the iconic stone church framed by glaciers and clouds. Then descend and drive south, stopping at Mtskheta, Georgia's ancient capital and a UNESCO World Heritage site, to visit Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Continue to the Soviet-era museum city of Gori and the cave city of Uplistsikhe before arriving in the spa town of Borjomi.
A day trip to one of Georgia's most extraordinary sites — the cave monastery of Vardzia. Carved into a sheer cliff face in the 12th century by Queen Tamar, this honeycomb of tunnels, churches, and chambers once housed 3,000 monks. Explore the frescoed Chapel of the Assumption and imagine life on the medieval frontier. Return to Borjomi for a soak in the mineral springs and dinner at a family-run restaurant.
What's Included
Included in $1,895
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7 Nights Accommodation
GT Hotel in Tbilisi (2 nights) + hand-picked guesthouses & boutique hotels
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Meals
Daily breakfast, 5 lunches, and 3 dinners including welcome dinner & supra feast
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Private Mercedes Sprinter
Air-conditioned private vehicle for all transfers and touring
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English-Speaking Guide
Dedicated local guide throughout the entire 8-day journey
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3 Wine Tastings
Family winery visits in Kakheti with qvevri wine tastings
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Cooking Class
Hands-on Georgian cooking experience with a local family
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Supra Feast
Traditional multi-course banquet with tamada and polyphonic singing
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4x4 Gergeti Excursion
Off-road trip to Gergeti Trinity Church at 2,170m
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All Entrance Fees
Museums, monasteries, fortresses, and cave cities
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Airport Transfers
Arrival and departure transfers to/from Tbilisi International Airport
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Local SIM Card
Georgian SIM card with data for the duration of the trip
Not Included
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International flights to/from Tbilisi
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Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
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2 lunches and 4 dinners (budget ~$10–15 per meal)
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Personal expenses and souvenirs
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Optional activities (horse riding, spa treatments)
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Gratuities for guide and driver
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Visa fees (if applicable — most nationalities visa-free)
Departure Dates & Pricing
All departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 4 guests.
| Travel Period | Price | Availability | Status | Action |
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Sep 5 – Sep 12, 2026 Early Bird — 10% Off | $1,895$1,706 per person, twin share | 8 spots left | verified Open | |
Sep 26 – Oct 3, 2026 Harvest Season | $1,895 per person, twin share | 10 spots left | verified Open | |
Oct 17 – Oct 24, 2026 Autumn Colors | $1,895 per person, twin share | 10 spots left | verified Open |
Single Supplement
+$350 for a private room. Limited availability — book early.
Deposit
$200 deposit to reserve your spot. Balance due 60 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund up to 60 days before departure. 50% refund 30–59 days. No refund within 30 days.
Have questions before booking?
We're happy to help — no pressure, no sales pitch.
GT Tours by GT Hotel
We started GT Hotel because we wanted visitors to experience Tbilisi the way we do — not as tourists, but as guests. GT Tours is the natural next step: taking that same warmth, local knowledge, and attention to detail beyond the city and across the country.
Our Story
GT Hotel was born from a simple idea: Tbilisi deserved a boutique hotel that felt as authentic as the city itself. We restored a historic building in the old town, filled it with local art, and opened our doors. Guests kept asking us the same question: "Where should we go next?"
So we built GT Tours — small group journeys led by the same team that runs the hotel. Our guides are born and raised in Georgia. Our routes are tested by us personally. Every guesthouse, winery, and restaurant on the itinerary is a place we'd send our own friends.
What Guests Say About GT Hotel
"The best hotel experience we've had in the Caucasus. The staff went above and beyond — restaurant recommendations, walking tour tips, even helped us book a last-minute day trip."
— Sarah M., TripAdvisor, 2025
"Beautiful boutique hotel in the heart of old Tbilisi. The rooftop breakfast with views of Narikala Fortress was a highlight of our trip. Genuinely warm and helpful team."
— James R., Google Reviews, 2025
"Felt like staying with friends who happen to run a gorgeous hotel. They know Tbilisi inside out and made our stay unforgettable."
— Elena K., Google Reviews, 2024
By GT Hotel
Run by the same team behind GT Hotel in Tbilisi — established hospitality you can trust.
Local Expertise
Our guides are born and raised in Georgia. Every route, restaurant, and guesthouse is personally vetted.
Small Groups Only
Maximum 10 guests per departure. Intimate enough for real connections, small enough to go where big buses can't.
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