Day 1 – Batumi City Tour and Arrival in Tbilisi

We set off towards the magical atmosphere of the Caucasus with Holitera Tourism!

Airport Meeting and Flight: We meet at 05:45 AM (exactly 2 hours before the flight) at the Domestic Terminal of Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW). After check-in and baggage procedures, we depart for Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV) on the 07:45 flight.

Border Crossing and Step into Batumi: Upon our arrival in Rize around 09:30, we board our comfortable tour bus waiting for us and enjoy a pleasant journey along the coast towards the Sarpi Border Gate. Completing our passport-free and visa-free entry procedures with only our chip-enabled ID cards, we enter Georgia, arriving in Batumi, the capital of the Autonomous Republic of Adjara.

Batumi City Tour: Our first stop is Batumi, which hosts unique examples of European architecture! We explore the Europe Square, home to the golden Medea Statue, the Theater Building, and the majestic Poseidon Statue with the guidance of our tour leader. Then, we take a walk along the Batumi Boulevard overlooking the cool waters of the Black Sea; we take photos of the Alphabet Tower decorated with letters of the Georgian alphabet and the famous Ali and Nino Statue, which tells a sad love story.

Journey to Tbilisi: After lunch and free time, we begin a relaxing journey towards Tbilisi, the historic capital of Georgia (approximately 5-6 hours). We arrive in Tbilisi in the evening and settle into our 4-star hotel.

Accommodation & Distance

Hotel: 4-Star Hotels in Tbilisi

Distance: ~480 km (Rize - Batumi - Tbilisi)

Border Crossing: Sarpi Border Gate

Meals of the Day

Morning Breakfast: Extra / Free

Lunch: Extra

Dinner: Extra

Inclusions Specific to This Day

Sabiha Gökçen - Rize (RZV) Outbound Flight Ticket, Airport Meet & Greet and Transfers with Luxury Vehicle, Professional Turkish Guiding, Batumi City Tour.

Note: The hotels mentioned in the program are not definitive; accommodation will be made in these or similar hotels, and hotels may vary.

Day 2 – The Historical Texture of Tbilisi and Christmas Markets

We start the day with a rich buffet breakfast at our hotel. Afterwards, we set out to explore Tbilisi, which is spread across both banks of the Kura River, where historical and modern architecture blend together, and is decorated with New Year's cheer.

Sacred and Majestic Architecture: Our first stop is the magnificent Sameba Cathedral, visible from everywhere in the city and one of the largest Orthodox churches in Georgia.

Old Tbilisi and Teleferik Pleasure: We take the teleferik up to Narikala Fortress, where we will view Tbilisi from above. After learning about the statue of Kartlis Deda (Mother Georgia), considered the protector of the city, we begin walking through the streets of Old Tbilisi. We get a close look at the Juma Mosque, Metekhi Church, and the famous Sulfur Baths, which are the subject of the city's founding legend.

Sparkling Christmas Markets: One of the most enjoyable moments of our tour begins! We have free time at the Christmas markets set up on Shota Rustaveli Avenue and Freedom Square, decorated with large pine trees and thousands of lights. Here, you can sip your hot wine, buy local handicrafts and New Year souvenirs, and enjoy the festival atmosphere.

Georgian Night (Extra): For those guests who wish, we join an unforgettable Georgian Night program in the evening, featuring delicious flavors of Georgian cuisine, local polyphonic music, and Caucasian dance performances.

Accommodation & Distance

Hotel: 4-Star Hotels in Tbilisi

Distance: ~30 km (Tbilisi City Tours)

Oversight: Tbilisi

Meals of the Day

Morning Breakfast: Included at Hotel

Lunch: Extra

Dinner: Extra (Georgian Night)

Inclusions Specific to the Day

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel, Panoramic City Tour of Tbilisi (Sameba, Narikala area), Visit to Christmas Markets, Luxury Vehicle Internal Transportation, Professional Guiding. (Transfers to sightseeing spots such as the teleferik are extra).

Day 3 – Ancient City of Mtskheta and Return Journey

After enjoying the breakfast at our hotel, we check out of our rooms and set off for an unforgettable finale towards Georgia's ancient past.

Georgia Chronicles and Scenery: Venturing slightly outside the city, we visit the monument known as the "Georgia's Stonehenge," featuring massive columns that tell the story of Georgian history. We take plenty of photos against the panoramic backdrop of Tbilisi Sea.

UNESCO Heritage Mtskheta: Next, we proceed to Mtskheta, the former capital and spiritual center of Georgia, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. While wandering through its narrow stone streets, we immerse ourselves in the historical atmosphere and visit the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, one of the country's holiest structures. We allow some free time for shopping for spices and souvenirs at Mtskheta's local market.

Return Journey and Farewell: After noon, we begin our return journey. We reach Batumi via our route and enter our country through the Sarpi Border Gate.

Airport and Closing: We arrive at Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV) no later than 20:30, which is 1.5 hours before our flight's departure. After completing our ticket and baggage procedures, we fly to Istanbul on flight VF3299 at 22:00. We land at Sabiha Gökçen Airport around 23:55 and conclude our tour with wonderful memories.

Accommodation & Distance

Hotel: No accommodation tonight.

Distance: ~425 km (Tbilisi - Mtskheta - Rize)

Border Crossing: Sarpi Border Gate

Meals of the Day

Breakfast: Included at Hotel

Lunch: Extra

Dinner: Extra

Inclusions Specific to the Day

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel, Tour of Georgia Chronicles and UNESCO Heritage City of Mtskheta, Return Airport Transfer, Return Flight Ticket from Rize (RZV) to Sabiha Gökçen (SAW).

Day 4 – The Ancient City of Mtskheta and Return Journey

After breakfast at our hotel, we check out of our rooms and set off for an unforgettable finale into Georgia's ancient past.

Georgian Chronicles and Scenery: Heading just outside the city, we visit the Georgian Chronicles monument, known as "Georgia's Stonehenge," made up of massive pillars that narrate the history of Georgia. We take plenty of photos against the panoramic view of the Tbilisi Sea.

UNESCO Heritage Site Mtskheta: Next, we continue to Mtskheta, the former capital and religious center of Georgia, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. As we stroll through its narrow stone streets, we feel the historical fabric of the town and visit the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, one of the country's most sacred structures. We allow some free time at Mtskheta's local market for spice and souvenir shopping.

Return Journey and Farewell: After lunch, we begin our return journey. Following our route, we reach Batumi and enter our country through the Sarp Border Gate.

Airport and Closing: We arrive at Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV) no later than 20:30, 1.5 hours before our flight's departure. After baggage and check-in procedures, we fly to Istanbul on flight VF3299 departing at 22:00. We land at Sabiha Gökçen Airport around 23:55, concluding our tour with wonderful memories.

Accommodation & Distance

Hotel: No accommodation tonight.

Distance: ~425 km (Tbilisi - Mtskheta - Rize)

Border Crossing: Sarp Border Gate

Meals of the Day

Breakfast: Included at the hotel

Lunch: Extra

Dinner: Extra

Included for the Day

Hotel Open Buffet Breakfast, Georgian Chronicles and UNESCO Heritage Mtskheta City Tour, Return Airport Transfer, Rize (RZV) - Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) Return Flight Ticket.