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1 Day
Daily Tour
1 person
English, Spanish
Begin your journey at the historic Alaverdi Monastery, which offers a unique glimpse into monastic life, and then proceed to the local winery for an exquisite wine-tasting and culinary experience. Here, you will learn the specifics of Kakhetian wines, followed by culinary masterclasses highlighting the region’s culinary delights.
Your journey continues through the beautiful landscapes of Tsinandali and Telavi. Each stop provides an opportunity to learn about Georgia’s rich cultural heritage and family-owned wineries that welcome visitors to share their passion for winemaking.
The day concludes with a visit to a local Kvevri workshop, which provides hands-on experience with the traditional Georgian winemaking method in large clay vessels, Kvevris, buried beneath the earth.
Join us for this one-day wine tour to Kakheti and experience the essence of Georgia’s wine legacy, from ancient monasteries to modern vineyards, all in one unforgettable day.
Set out on a captivating one-day wine tour to Kakheti from Tbilisi, a journey that will take you deep into the heart of Georgia's most famous winemaking region. The first stop is the Alaverdi Monastery, a holy site where the monastic tradition was founded by Joseph Alaverdeli, an Antiochian monk who settled there. Alaverdi's religious structure dates back to the sixth century, with the current Cathedral emerging as part of an 11th-century Georgian Orthodox Monastery.
Proceed to Napareuli to learn about Georgian culinary traditions through master classes in breadmaking and churchkhela.
The itinerary then takes you to Tsinandali, which houses the museum of Alexander Chavchavadze, a 19th-century poet and public figure known for his European sophistication. Explore the English Garden and a wine cellar with an impressive collection of Georgian and European wines, from which guests are kindly offered a glass of Tsinandali's white wine as a welcome gift.
The journey continues to Telavi, where the Batonis Tsikhe awaits. This museum, dedicated to King Erekle II, offers a detailed look at Georgian royalty and history. The day ends with a visit to a local family winery and Kvevri workshop, where the father and son, well-known for their long-standing qvevri production traditions, will lead an informative tour of the meticulous process of qvevri making, from clay preparation and shaping to drying and baking. Sample local wines before heading back to Tbilisi.
Conclude your one-day wine tour to Kakheti with a scenic drive to Tbilisi. Drop off at your hotel.
Inform us about your interest in the tour via Inquiry form located on the right side of each tour page and our operator will contact your shortly to help you plan your tour.
We are very flexible in accepting payments. Our tour operator will help you choose the payment method that suits you most.
