Georgia Travel Guide
Tips, itineraries, and insider knowledge from the GT Tours team
Georgia is one of the most rewarding travel destinations on earth — and one of the most misunderstood. Is it safe? When should you go? Do you need a visa? Can you rent a car? We've spent years running tours and a boutique hotel in Tbilisi, and this blog is where we share everything we've learned. From practical guides (visa rules, packing lists, driving tips) to deep dives into Georgian wine, food, and culture, every post is written by our team of local guides and the people who welcome guests to GT Hotel every day. No fluff, no sponsored content — just honest, first-hand advice from people who live and work in Georgia.
Destinations
City guides, day trips, and regional breakdowns — from Tbilisi's Old Town to the towers of Svaneti.
Food & Wine
Georgian cuisine is one of the world's most underrated. Khinkali, khachapuri, qvevri wine, and where to eat it.
Travel Tips
Visas, packing, transport, costs, safety, and everything you need to plan your trip.
Culture
History, language, traditions, the supra feast, and what makes Georgian culture unique.
Adventure
Hiking, skiing, 4x4 routes, and outdoor experiences in the Caucasus mountains.
Georgia vs Armenia: Which Should You Visit? (Honest Comparison)
Georgia vs Armenia — we compare landscapes, food, wine, costs, safety & nightlife to help you decide which Caucasus country to visit first.
15 Georgian Foods You Must Try (and Where to Find Them)
The ultimate Georgian food guide: 15 must-try dishes from khinkali to khachapuri, with pronunciation tips, regional origins, and where to eat in Georgia.
Georgian Supra: What to Expect at a Traditional Feast
The supra is Georgia's most sacred tradition — a feast of food, wine, and toasts that defines the country's soul. Here's what to expect.
A Guide to Georgian Wine: Regions, Grapes & Where to Taste
Discover Georgian wine — the world's oldest wine country. Explore qvevri winemaking, key regions, grape varieties, and the best places to taste.
How to Get to Gergeti Trinity Church (4x4, Hike, or Tour)
Three ways to reach Gergeti Trinity Church in Georgia: hike, 4x4, or tour. Difficulty, cost, timing, and photography tips for this iconic site.
Is Georgia Safe to Visit? Everything You Need to Know (2026)
Is Georgia safe for tourists? Honest safety guide covering crime, solo travel, food, driving, scams & geopolitics in this Caucasus country.
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Complete Guide to Georgia's Wine Country: Kakheti Region
Everything you need to visit Kakheti — Georgia's premier wine region. Wineries, qvevri wine, Sighnaghi, Telavi, grape varieties, and tasting tips.
Cooking Khinkali: A Step-by-Step Guide (From Our Tbilisi Kitchen)
Learn to make Georgian khinkali at home — dough, two fillings, folding technique, plus the correct way to eat them (tourists always get this wrong).
Mtskheta Day Trip from Tbilisi: Georgia's Ancient Capital
Visit Mtskheta from Tbilisi in half a day — UNESCO monasteries, the spiritual heart of Georgia, just 20 minutes from the capital.
Qvevri Wine: The 8,000-Year Georgian Tradition That UNESCO Protects
Discover qvevri wine in Georgia — the ancient clay vessel winemaking method UNESCO protects. Learn how amber wine is made and where to taste it.
Svaneti Travel Guide: Towers, Glaciers & Georgia's Wild Side
Everything you need to visit Svaneti — Georgia's most dramatic mountain region. Towers, glaciers, Ushguli, and the Mestia-Ushguli trek.
Tbilisi Sulfur Baths Guide: Which One to Choose & What to Expect
Everything you need to know about Tbilisi's famous sulfur baths — which bathhouse to pick, costs, etiquette, and what to expect inside.