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10\/01\/2025 | Blog<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Tour CTA & Information Section” module_id=”iniziovdd” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”40px|0px|0px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ admin_label=”Tour CTA & Information Row” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|||” sticky_position=”top” sticky_offset_top=”50px” sticky_limit_bottom=”row” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][pac_divi_table_of_contents hide_show_header=”off” minimize_toc_as_icon=”on” opened_icon=”;||divi||400″ closed_icon=”;||divi||400″ included_headings=”off|on|on|off|off|off” active_link_highlight=”on” level_markers_1=”none” level_markers_2=”none” level_markers_3=”none” title_container_bg_color=”#18355c” body_area_height=”350px” body_area_scroll_color=”#fdb900″ body_area_scroll_width=”2px” body_area_padding=”15px|0px|15px|0px|false|false” body_area_text_link_color=”#18355c” body_area_text_link_underline=”#fdb900″ body_area_text_link_color_active=”#fdb900″ body_area_text_link_underline_active=”#fdb900″ collapse_when_sticky_tablet=”on” collapse_when_sticky_phone=”on” collapse_when_sticky_last_edited=”on|tablet” minimize_toc_as_icon_tablet=”off” minimize_toc_as_icon_phone=”off” minimize_toc_as_icon_last_edited=”on|tablet” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_font_font=”Kiro bold italic||||||||” title_text_align=”left” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”20px” heading_all_font=”Montserrat||||||||” heading_all_font_size=”12px” sticky_position=”top” sticky_offset_top=”50px” sticky_limit_bottom=”row” title_font_size_tablet=”20px” title_font_size_phone=”18px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” heading_all_font_size_last_edited=”off|desktop” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/pac_divi_table_of_contents][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_section global_module=\"262522\"][\/et_pb_section][\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Georgia, nestled between Europe and Asia, is a hidden pearl of the Caucasus that knows how to enchant with its mix of breathtaking landscapes, fascinating cities, and an age-old culture waiting to be discovered. In this article, I take you with me on a 10-day back<\/strong>packing adventure, from Kutaisi to Tbilisi, through the Kazbegi Mountains, to the waterfront of Batumi. <\/p>\n Having set out in December, my trip was marked by the allure of winter: some roads and locations were inaccessible due to snow, but this did not detract from the adventure. From the bustling city life to the pristine views, each day brought new discoveries and unforgettable moments. <\/p>\n If you are planning a trip to Georgia or are simply curious to learn more about this country still little traveled by mass tourism, I will tell you about a complete itinerary<\/strong> that combines cities and nature, perfect for those seeking a mix of tradition, adventure and authenticity while not having too much time on their hands.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.walkingeurope.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DSC1068.webp” alt=”View from Friendship Monument – Gudauri, Georgia” title_text=”View from Friendship Monument – Gudauri, Georgia” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”80%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”22px||26px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”-20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”10px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \ud83d\udccc View from Friendship Monument<\/strong> – Gudauri, Georgia<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on|||#fdb900|solid” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#18355c” header_font_size=”40px” header_2_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on|||#fdb900|” header_2_text_color=”#18355c” header_2_font_size=”40px” custom_margin=”||2px||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” header_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_font_size_phone=”24px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.walkingeurope.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Screenshot-2025-01-07-alle-16.59.16.webp” alt=”Georgia Map” title_text=”Georgia Map” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”80%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”-20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”10px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \ud83d\udccc Map of Georgia<\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you have 10 days, a backpack and a desire to explore, Georgia is the perfect country: spectacular nature, cities full of history, friendly people and a cost of living that is good for the wallet. To give you an idea, my whole trip (accommodations, food, transportation, tours…) cost about 300-350\u20ac<\/strong>, and with a little care you can spend even less! <\/p>\n No need for overly rigid schedules here: be inspired by fascinating cities, epic mountains, and that hint of disorganization that makes everything more adventurous!<\/p>\n Here is a small summary of I spent my days:<\/p>\n Having embarked on this trip in winter, some of the more difficult-to-reach regions, such as Mestia<\/a> and Ushguli<\/a>, remained off my schedule. If you visit Georgia in another season, you can easily add them to make the trip even more epic! Also, the itinerary is super flexible<\/strong>: if you fly into Tbilisi<\/strong>, you can reverse the order of stops and move nimbly by bus<\/strong> or marshutka<\/strong> to reach even the most distant towns. I chose to take as many trains<\/strong> as possible, both to save money and to avoid some of the roads in winter(including snow, cows along the way, and creative driving by Georgians–a unique experience!<\/em>). But whatever means you choose, remember: in Georgia, adventure really is around every corner! <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on|||#fdb900|solid” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#18355c” header_font_size=”40px” header_2_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on|||#fdb900|” header_2_text_color=”#18355c” header_2_font_size=”40px” custom_margin=”||2px||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” header_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_font_size_phone=”24px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.walkingeurope.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DSC1269.webp” alt=”Faro Cabo Mayor, Santander” title_text=”Mountain view from the Trinity Church in Gergeti” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”80%” 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This hostel turned out to be a perfect choice: cozy, cheap (about 6\u20ac per night<\/strong>) and with a very nice staff. I also got to know some volunteers working there, with whom I later shared other moments of the trip. <\/p>\n After checking in, I decided to explore Kutaisi right away, starting with Bagrati Cathedral.<\/strong> This majestic church, located on a hill, is a symbol of the city and offers spectacular panoramic views of Kutaisi and its surroundings. Built in the 11th century, the cathedral has been one of the UNESCO sites in Georgia for years and is a perfect place to immerse yourself in the country’s history and architecture. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.walkingeurope.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DSC0803-scaled.webp” alt=”Bagrati Cathedral, Kutaisi” title_text=”Bagrati Cathedral, Kutaisi” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”-20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”10px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \ud83d\udccc Bagrati Cathedral<\/strong> – Kutaisi, Georgia<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n From there, I moved on to the Green Bazaar<\/strong>, the beating heart of local life. This lively and colorful market is a sight for the senses: stalls filled with spices, dried fruits, the freshest vegetables, and typical Georgian cuisine. Strolling through the stalls of the bazaar is an authentic experience that allows you to discover the everyday life of Kutaisi and savor local products. <\/p>\n Having concluded my visit to the market, I continued walking the streets of Kutaisi, enjoying the quiet atmosphere of the city. For dinner, I stopped at Gala<\/strong> Restaurant, a typical restaurant where I enjoyed some of the Georgian delicacies, such as khinkali<\/strong> (dumplings filled with meat or cheese) and khachapuri <\/strong>(the famous cheese bread). <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.walkingeurope.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0586-1-e1736342998484.webp” alt=”Bagrati Cathedral, Kutaisi” title_text=”Khachapuri” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”40%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”-20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”10px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \ud83d\udcf8 Khachapuri<\/strong> – Gala Restaurant, Kutaisi<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The day ended with a night walk along the River Rioni<\/strong>, crossing some of the main bridges connecting the two parts of the city. The tranquility of the river and the soft lights created a perfect atmosphere to relax after the first day of travel. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on|||#fdb900|solid” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#18355c” header_font_size=”40px” header_2_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on|||#fdb900|” header_2_text_color=”#18355c” header_2_font_size=”40px” header_3_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on||||” header_3_text_color=”#18355c” header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”||2px|||” custom_padding=”||6px|||” header_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_font_size_phone=”24px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”24px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The second day was a full immersion in nature, thanks to a guided tour organized by the guys from Budget Georgia.<\/strong> Our guide’s name was Saba<\/strong> and he accompanied us throughout the day with lots of interesting stories and jokes. <\/p>\n The meeting was downtown in front of the tour operator’s office (if you are interested, I’ll leave you here the link to book<\/a><\/span>). After meeting up with the group, we left for the first stop of the day: the Prometheus Cave<\/strong>. This underground wonder stretches for 1.4 km<\/strong> and, with a constant temperature of 14\u00b0C<\/strong>, is perfect in any season. The colorful lights and songs that start in some sections make the experience almost magical. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”40%” width_tablet=”40%” width_phone=”40%” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” module_alignment=”center” max_height_tablet=”” max_height_phone=”” max_height_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_code][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n After exploring the cave, we headed toOkatse Canyon<\/strong>, where the view is truly breathtaking. The walk along the suspension footbridge, which skirts part of the Canyon, is about 2 kilometers<\/strong>, and to get there you can choose to either hike for about 20 minutes or have your guide drive you there directly. <\/p>\n In the middle of the day, before continuing on to the next stop, we stopped for lunch at a local restaurant<\/strong>. The dishes were simple but delicious-a mix of authentic Georgian cuisine that charges you up for the rest of the tour. <\/p>\n Our last stop was Martvili Canyon<\/strong>, a place that looks like something out of a movie. Here we ventured out on a sort of boat-canoe-rafting (not sure how to describe it, but trust me, it’s so much fun!), navigating between high rock walls and picture-postcard waterfalls. It was the most relaxing activity of the day, perfect to end the tour on a high note. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”262614,262608,262611″ posts_number=”3″ zoom_icon_color=”#fdb900″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h6″ title_font=”Montserrat||on||||||” title_text_color=”#18355c” title_font_size=”12px” caption_text_color=”#000000″ module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”11px” title_font_size_phone=”11px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_radii_image=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We returned to Kutaisi<\/strong> around 6:00 pm.<\/strong> After such a busy day, I spent the evening in the hostel relaxing and chatting with other travelers, and then took a short evening walk downtown. <\/p>\n There are several tours to visit these areas, but with Budget Georgia<\/strong><\/a><\/span> I had a great time, also thanks to the friendliness of Saba, our guide. It is a super-recommended experience for those who love nature and want to discover unique places without stressing too much about travel. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on|||#fdb900|solid” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#18355c” header_font_size=”40px” header_2_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on|||#fdb900|” header_2_text_color=”#18355c” header_2_font_size=”40px” header_3_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on||||” header_3_text_color=”#18355c” header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”||2px|||” custom_padding=”||6px|||” header_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_font_size_phone=”24px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”24px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The morning of the third day began with a leisurely ride around downtown Kutaisi<\/strong>, exploring without a specific destination to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the city. Around noon, with a Bolt, I reached the Rioni<\/strong> train station<\/strong>, located about 10 to 15 minutes’ drive from the center. This is the main station for those departing from Kutaisi and is small but functional. <\/p>\n For only 9 GEL<\/strong> (about 3\u20ac), I had pre-booked a seat on the train to Tbilisi<\/strong>, departing just before 1 pm and arriving at 5:35 pm.<\/strong> For reservations, I always used the website Tkt.ge<\/a><\/span>, easy to use and perfect for arranging train travel in Georgia. <\/p>\n Getting on the train was an adventure in true Georgian style!<\/strong> The Rioni station was rather empty, and in order to figure out which carriage was the right one, I had to ask the babushkas<\/strong> present for help, using Yandex Translate<\/a><\/span> (which I recommend, because Google Translate did not work well for Georgian). After a few funny exchanges, I managed to find my seat. <\/p>\n Although the train was quite old, it was very punctual and passed through mountains, hills and villages, providing breathtaking scenery along the way. It was a real surprise: a four-hour ride in total relaxation, with the beauty of the scenery making every kilometer unforgettable. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.walkingeurope.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0653-2-2.webp” alt=”Bagrati Cathedral, Kutaisi” title_text=”Train from Kutaisi to Tbilisi” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”40%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”-20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”10px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \ud83d\udcf8 Babushka crocheting embroidery<\/strong> – Train from Kutaisi to Tbilisi<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Once I arrived in Tbilisi<\/strong> at about 5:35 p.m., I decided to go to theAtrium Boutique Hotel<\/span><\/a> with a walk of about 40 minutes<\/strong>. It was a great way to start getting acquainted with the city and see some interesting sights. This was the only hotel on my trip, chosen because I needed a flexible check-in and an early morning breakfast for the next day. The room was very nice, and for 29\u20ac<\/strong> I got a really cozy private double. <\/p>\n After settling in, I met some guys I had met in the previous days and we went to dinner at the restaurant Chveni<\/a><\/span>, where I tasted really delicious local dishes, including excellent vegetables prepared according to traditional Georgian recipes.<\/p>\n The evening ended with a stroll down Davit Aghmashenebeli Avenue and<\/strong>, one of the liveliest streets in Tbilisi<\/strong>, famous for its clubs, restaurants, and cheerful atmosphere. The evening lights and energy of the city immediately made me fall in love with the capital. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”262627,262630″ posts_number=”3″ orientation=”portrait” show_title_and_caption=”off” zoom_icon_color=”#fdb900″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h6″ title_font=”Montserrat||on||||||” title_text_color=”#18355c” title_font_size=”12px” caption_text_color=”#000000″ module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”11px” title_font_size_phone=”11px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_radii_image=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on|||#fdb900|solid” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#18355c” header_font_size=”40px” header_2_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on|||#fdb900|” header_2_text_color=”#18355c” header_2_font_size=”40px” header_3_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on||||” header_3_text_color=”#18355c” header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”||2px|||” custom_padding=”||6px|||” header_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_font_size_phone=”24px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”24px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The fourth day was undoubtedly the most epic of the trip<\/strong>, a perfect mix of breathtaking scenery, adventure and a few laughs. The day started early: a quick breakfast at the hotel and then a half-hour walk to Avlabari<\/em> metro station, where the office of Gamarjoba Tours<\/a><\/span>. Here, since I would later sleep in another hostel at night, I left a bag with clothes I did not need during the tour, only to pick them up on the way back (spoiler: this will be important later). <\/p>\n At 8:30 a.m., after meeting our guide and the other participants, we set off on a tour that would take me among the most beautiful places in Georgia along the Georgian Military Road<\/strong>, a legendary route that connects Tbilisi to Russia by crossing the majestic Caucasus Mountains.<\/p>\n The Georgian Military Road<\/strong> is not only a spectacular scenic route-it is also the only route connecting Georgia to Russia by land. In normal times, it is busy, but with European sanctions and the need to move goods overland, the situation was particularly chaotic. <\/p>\n Along the snow-covered hairpin bends were endless lines of trucks heading to Russia, many of them stopped for days waiting to move forward. This created surreal traffic<\/strong>: a constant passing of trucks against the grain on tight curves and snow-covered roads. Overtaking on sheer hairpin bends was an experience that alternated moments of laughter with those in which I gritted my teeth. <\/p>\n The first stop was the Zhinvali Reservoir<\/strong>, a reservoir created in the 1980s by a dam built in Soviet times. The reservoir is famous for its turquoise waters, which seem to come straight out of a postcard. Surrounded by hills and mountains, this lake is one of Georgia’s main water supplies and is spectacular in every season. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.walkingeurope.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DSC0857.webp” alt=”Bagrati Cathedral, Kutaisi” title_text=”Zhinvali, Georgia” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”-20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”10px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \ud83d\udccc View of the Zhinvali Basin<\/strong> – Georgia<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Shortly afterwards we arrived at Ananuri Fortress<\/strong>, a medieval complex overlooking Lake Zhinvali. This structure was the headquarters of a powerful feudal dynasty and dates back to the 13th century. The defensive towers and church adorned with carvings are perfect for taking incredible photos as well as immersing yourself in the history of this region. <\/p>\n Late in the morning, we therefore stopped at Pasanauri<\/strong>, a small village where we ate for lunch (the place was quite touristy, but not bad).<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.walkingeurope.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/aerial-view-of-ananuri-fortress-2024-11-11-18-18-58-utc-1.webp” alt=”Bagrati Cathedral, Kutaisi” title_text=”Ananuri Fortress, Georgia” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”-20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”10px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \ud83d\udccc Ananuri Fortress<\/strong> – Georgia<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The next stop was in Gudauri<\/strong>, shortly after which we visited the Monument of Friendship between the Georgian and Russian peoples<\/strong>, built in 1983 to mark the bicentennial of the treaty between Georgia and the Russian Empire(if you are interested in history, you can find out more here<\/a>).<\/p>\n This large monument, adorned with vivid mosaics depicting historical and cultural scenes, overlooks a beautiful valley framed by the Caucasus Mountains. The view from here is indescribable: a panorama that leaves you breathless, with snow-capped mountains silhouetted against the blue sky. <\/p>\n There was also the possibility of paragliding<\/strong>, but unfortunately there was no time to stop and fly. Definitely something to add to the list for a future visit! <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”262647,262650,262653″ posts_number=”3″ orientation=”portrait” zoom_icon_color=”#fdb900″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h6″ title_font=”Montserrat||on||||||” title_text_color=”#18355c” title_font_size=”12px” caption_text_color=”#000000″ module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”11px” title_font_size_phone=”11px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_radii_image=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The most exciting stop was undoubtedly the visit to Kazbegi<\/strong> (Stepantsminda<\/a><\/span>) and the Trinity Church of Gergeti<\/strong>, located 2,170 meters above sea level. To reach the church, we took 4×4 off-road vehicles<\/strong> driven in a style that I would describe as… lively! Going up the snowy hairpin bends was a unique adventure. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.walkingeurope.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DSC1299.jpg” alt=”Bagrati Cathedral, Kutaisi” title_text=”Mount Kazbek (5047 m)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”-20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”10px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \ud83d\udccc Mount Kazbek (5047 m)<\/strong> – Georgia<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The church is in a spectacular location at the foot of Mount Kazbegi<\/strong>, one of the highest peaks in Georgia. With the clear sky, the view of the valley and surrounding mountains is something that leaves one speechless. It is a place that combines spirituality, nature and pure beauty. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.walkingeurope.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DSC1285.jpg” alt=”Trinity Church of Gergeti” title_text=”Trinity Church of Gergeti” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”40%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”-20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”10px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \ud83d\udccc Trinity Church of Gergeti (2170 m)<\/strong> – Georgia<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The return trip was equally adventurous: due to truck traffic, we were stuck for three hours at one point on the road. In the end, we arrived in Tbilisi around 11 p.m., tired, but happy! <\/p>\n Trying to retrieve my bag at the office of Gamarjoba<\/a><\/span>, I discovered that it was closed! Fortunately, I had my cell phone charger with me. I took a Bolt and went to the Fabrika Hostel<\/strong><\/a><\/span>, an amazing place carved out of an old Soviet factory, now converted into a modern and lively hostel. Between the art-filled common spaces and nearby eateries, it’s perfect for socializing and relaxing. <\/p>\n After a quick check-in and dinner on the fly around midnight, I collapsed on the bed. Without my bag, I slept in the day’s clothes, but I was so happy (and even a little cold) that it didn’t matter. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”40%” width_tablet=”40%” width_phone=”40%” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_code][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on|||#fdb900|solid” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#18355c” header_font_size=”40px” header_2_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on|||#fdb900|” header_2_text_color=”#18355c” header_2_font_size=”40px” header_3_font=”Kiro bold italic||||on||||” header_3_text_color=”#18355c” header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”||2px|||” custom_padding=”||6px|||” header_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_font_size_phone=”24px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”24px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The fifth day in Tbilisi began at a more leisurely pace. The first mission of the day was to retrieve my bag at the tour operator’s office from the previous day. After a short morning walk, I finally got my things back and returned to the hostel, where I changed and dropped off my luggage. <\/p>\n The Fabrika Hostel<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, an old Soviet factory converted into a cultural and social hub, is one of the most interesting places I have stayed. It has large common spaces full of life, colorful murals and an inner courtyard with cafes, restaurants and small stores. It is perfect for relaxing, working or socializing. If you happen to be in Tbilisi, I can only recommend it (you can book directly here<\/a><\/span>)! <\/p>\n I took my morning slowly, spending a couple of hours in their common areas, before having lunch at one of the venues located just inside Fabrika’s courtyard.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.walkingeurope.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0707-1.webp” alt=”Fabrika Hostel” title_text=”Fabrika Hostel” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”40%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”-20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”10px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \ud83d\udccc Fabrika Hostel Hall<\/strong> – Tbilisi, Georgia<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#1D385D” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” quote_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#ff6b5a” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”2px||-1px|||” custom_padding=”||22px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n After lunch, I started walking without a specific destination, letting my instincts guide me a bit.<\/p>\n The first stop was Tbilisi’s majestic Holy Trinity Cathedral<\/strong>, also known as Sameba<\/strong>. This imposing church is one of the modern symbols of the city: built in the early 2000s, it dominates the skyline with its majestic structure and large golden dome. It is the country’s main Orthodox cathedral, and as you stroll through its spacious gardens and observe the architectural details, you will feel a strong sense of spirituality. <\/p>\nThe itinerary in brief<\/h2>\n
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Day by day: the tale of the journey<\/h2>\n
Day 1 – Arrival in Kutaisi:<\/h3>\n
Day 2-Prometheus Caves, Okatse Canyon and Martvili:<\/h3>\n
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Day 3 – Travel by train to Tbilisi:<\/h3>\n
Day 4 – Excursion to Kazbegi (Zhinvali, Ananuri, Gudauri):<\/h3>\n
Day 5 – Discovering Tbilisi:<\/h3>\n