What to do and see in Akhaltsikhe, Samtskhe-Javakheti Region: The Best City Tours

April 9, 2022 Brain Ambrose

Akhaltsikhe (Georgian: ახალციხე [ɑxɑltsʰixɛ], literally "new castle"; formerly known as Lomsia) is a small city in Georgia's southwestern region (mkhare) of Samtskhe-Javakheti. It is situated on the both banks of a small river Potskhovi, which separates the city to the old city in the north and new in the south.
Restaurants in Akhaltsikhe

1. 8-Day Private Tour around Georgia

TrekGeorgia
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One of the ancient countries with thousands of years of cultural traditions and heritages offers visitors an unique experience and adventure. Georgia has been the silk road country and the fact that it is located on the edge of the Europe and Asia means that Georgian culture, cousine and everything else is the best blend of several civilizations with local, indigenous culture. Our roundtrip Georgia tour starts in the capital city, continues in the oldest winemaking region – Kakheti. After degustation of Georgian wines, you will travel to Mtskheta, an ancient capital of Georgia, and then to mountainous town Kazbegi. After mountains, travel to the 1st Millenia BC and explore carved caves of Uplistsikhe. You will also take a tour in Western Georgia, visit Kutaisi and UNESCO World heritage monuments as well as Martvili and Okatse Canyons. The roundtrip tour’s last destination region is Samtskhe-Javakheti where you will enjoy with medieval fortresses, castles and cave monasteries.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Professional Guide for 8 Days, 3 Overnights at 3-star hotels in Tbilisi, 1 Overnight at a guesthouse in Kvareli, 1 Overnight at a guesthouse in Kazbegi, 1 Overnight at 3-star hotel in Kutaisi, 1 Overnight at a guesthouse in Akhaltsikhe, Entrance Fees for all sights included in the itinerary, 2 Airport Transfers , All Wine Tasting including in the itinerary

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By NomadGrandma

TrekGeorgia customized three sightseeing days for our three generations of family (including a 4- and 6-year-old) built around a few days at two different resorts. Leaving from Tbilisi, we went into the wine region, framed by the beautiful Caucasus Mountains. It was a perfect combination of fun (winery, horseback riding, climbing towers, easy hikes), culture (monasteries, museum), and spectacular scenery – all this amid the pandemic. Dimitri, our guide and driver, couldn't have given us a better experience. He was knowledgeable, patient and solicitous with the kids, and super dependable. We really enjoyed his company! It was our second visit to Georgia and we feel very comfortable and safe there. The people we met were friendly and welcoming. We are sure to return and would definitely consider arranging other tours with TrekGeorgia. Thank you, Dimitri and Nutsa (our guide on the previous visit)!

2. Borjomi, Rabati, & Vardzia Tour in Private

Fab Georgia
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We provide the best service with the best price in Georgia. You'll spend a day exploring Natural mineral water in Borjomi, Human history marks in Varzia Caves & feel the kingdom life in Rabati.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By lwa05dam

We took a tour with “Fab Georgia” travel from Tbilisi to Gudauri. We agreed with Fab Georgia that we would take the tour and be dropped at our hotel in Gudauri and we would not return with the trip to Tbilisi. We were told this would be no problem and we paid upfront. We also confirmed that we would be dropped at the hotel in Gudauri in writing by Whatsap. The tour was “ok”, we visited a small fort and tasted honey by the side of the road. However, when we arrived in Gudauri at the ski resort the driver refused to take us to the hotel making an excuse that it was not possible to take the mini van to the hotel. We knew this was ridiculous as we had already passed the hotel with the same mini van on the way to the mountain. Our hotel was only a 5 minute drive away. We called our hotel and they also confirmed to the driver that the road was clear and this was communicated to the driver. We called Mari, a manger at Fab Georgia, we explained the situation and she refused to help us and laughed at us that we would have to find our own transport from the mountain with our luggage. We managed to find the guide (who was with other guests skiing at this point). He was very helpful, completely understood the situation and after a few calls he said that in the circumstances Fab Georgia should pay for a taxi to take us to our hotel if the driver is refusing. The tour guide managed to find a taxi for us and he paid for it. We thought this was the end of the matter. However, after arriving at our hotel my partner began to receive a torrent of abuse from Mari, a manager at Fab Georgia by Whatsap voice recording. She was saying that we must pay for our own taxi and said that she was calling the police. We responded and explained the situation and reminded her of the agreement we had made and forwarded her the earlier messages where the agreement is clear. She responded 10 minutes later to set out our hotel name and that the police would now be coming to arrest us. This was very threatening. I am an English lawyer by profession however, I do not speak a word of Georgian or Russian and my partner was terrified. We waited but the police did not come to our hotel to our knowledge. The failure to drop us at our hotel appears to have been initially caused by the driver, however, the extreme escalation and threats of arrest by the police by Mari was unbelievable. I hope no other tourists are threatened like this in the future and I would recommend that people avoid Mari and Fab Georgia at all costs.

3. Tour To Vardzia Rabat Castel And Borjomi From Tbilisi

Tbilisi, Tbilisi EXPLORER TOURS

Explore Vardzia cave town with Rabat Castel and Borjomi. Tour to Vardzia will take you to one of the most impressive places in Georgia. You will visit Rabat Castel and Borjomi natural springs resort.

Inclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

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Reviewed By PeanutPounder

The guide was on time and friendly. He gave us plenty of time at all sites including Uplistsikhe and at the Museum (Stalin) in Gori. The restaurant that we were taken to for lunch was good. We had the option to substitute a stop, so we visited a friend as guests instead of going to Mtskheta. That "detour" turned into a few visits with lots of wine and Georgian hospitality. The guide was professional and flexible with us. We had a great day!

4. 7 Days in Georgia - All inclusive Tour

Shota Rustaveli Avenue, Shota Rustaveli Ave, T'bilisi, Georgia 3line Travel

Tour is offered by the professional, global Travel Company 3Line Group, which provides only ALL-INCLUSIVE and ORGANISED tours in GEORGIA and 10 more other countries. This tour includes all activities, which helps travellers to discover Georgian traditions, beauty, hospitality, degustation of Georgian wine and Cuisine! We can make your holidays unbelievable and joyful. Do not miss your chance and travel with 3LINE. We are happy to be your HOST! PAY ONCE, GET EVERYTHING!

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Transfer From Airport , Transfer To Airport , Hotel Pick-Up, Hotel Drop-off, Private Guiding, Local Restaurants , Cultural Expedition, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Fun and Joy, Welcome Package, Breakfast at the Hotel, Lunch Boxes, Off-Roading, Food Degustation, Wine Degustation, Georgian Beer Degustation, Vodka Degustation, Bottle of Water

Exclusions: Travel Insurance , Personal Expenses , Flight Tickets

5. Vardzia + Borjomi + Rabati

Tbilisi, Georgia Georgian Paradise

Rabati Castle - A Symbol Of Tolerance. Georgian hospitality at its best, with stunning nature, architecture, culture and history of Georgia. This tour unites it all! Experience Georgia at its best with this tour!

Inclusions: WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Free home-made Georgian Wine, Bottled water, Private transportation, Driver + Guide

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Reviewed By Vanessa O

I was so pleased with the trip, mr mamuka and George are a wealth of knowledge, great personality and great company. They make sure that they could provide everything what I need. 15 days staying in Georgia is an understatement. I will highly recommend your tour and i will be taking another in the future. Thank you so much for the good memories.

6. 6 Day Group Tour In Georgia

9 Kote Afkhazi St, T'bilisi, Georgia Fab Georgia

Departure into unknown lands. In this tour you will visit 6 big places of Georgia , tour dosnot include any activites or food.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Private transportation

Reviewed By lwa05dam

We took a tour with “Fab Georgia” travel from Tbilisi to Gudauri. We agreed with Fab Georgia that we would take the tour and be dropped at our hotel in Gudauri and we would not return with the trip to Tbilisi. We were told this would be no problem and we paid upfront. We also confirmed that we would be dropped at the hotel in Gudauri in writing by Whatsap. The tour was “ok”, we visited a small fort and tasted honey by the side of the road. However, when we arrived in Gudauri at the ski resort the driver refused to take us to the hotel making an excuse that it was not possible to take the mini van to the hotel. We knew this was ridiculous as we had already passed the hotel with the same mini van on the way to the mountain. Our hotel was only a 5 minute drive away. We called our hotel and they also confirmed to the driver that the road was clear and this was communicated to the driver. We called Mari, a manger at Fab Georgia, we explained the situation and she refused to help us and laughed at us that we would have to find our own transport from the mountain with our luggage. We managed to find the guide (who was with other guests skiing at this point). He was very helpful, completely understood the situation and after a few calls he said that in the circumstances Fab Georgia should pay for a taxi to take us to our hotel if the driver is refusing. The tour guide managed to find a taxi for us and he paid for it. We thought this was the end of the matter. However, after arriving at our hotel my partner began to receive a torrent of abuse from Mari, a manager at Fab Georgia by Whatsap voice recording. She was saying that we must pay for our own taxi and said that she was calling the police. We responded and explained the situation and reminded her of the agreement we had made and forwarded her the earlier messages where the agreement is clear. She responded 10 minutes later to set out our hotel name and that the police would now be coming to arrest us. This was very threatening. I am an English lawyer by profession however, I do not speak a word of Georgian or Russian and my partner was terrified. We waited but the police did not come to our hotel to our knowledge. The failure to drop us at our hotel appears to have been initially caused by the driver, however, the extreme escalation and threats of arrest by the police by Mari was unbelievable. I hope no other tourists are threatened like this in the future and I would recommend that people avoid Mari and Fab Georgia at all costs.

7. Vardzia - Rabati - Borjomi

Tbilisi, Georgia Georgian Paradise

Rabati Castle - A Symbol Of Tolerance. Georgian hospitality at its best, with stunning nature, architecture, culture and history of Georgia. This tour unites it all! Experience Georgia at its best with this tour!

Inclusions: WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Free home-made Georgian Wine, Bottled water, Private transportation, Driver + Guide

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Reviewed By Vanessa O

I was so pleased with the trip, mr mamuka and George are a wealth of knowledge, great personality and great company. They make sure that they could provide everything what I need. 15 days staying in Georgia is an understatement. I will highly recommend your tour and i will be taking another in the future. Thank you so much for the good memories.

8. Day tour in Samtskhe-Javakheti

Travel in Georgia

If you want your trip to be memorable, book day tour with us. With licensed driver and professional guide you will be able to enjoy yourself with all important sightseeing in Samtskhe-Javakheti

Inclusions: 0,5 l for person, Private transportation, Sightseeing tour program with English/Russian speaking guide, Entrance tickets to sights

Exclusions: Full board (lunch and dinner) is excluded, Full board (lunch and dinner) is excluded, Hotel charges for additional services

9. Borjomi Akhaltsikhe Vardzia - Private Tour

Ivane Kutateladze

You are invited to see one of the beautiful parts of Georgia. During our tour, you will be accompanied by an experienced guide and professional driver. As the tour is private it will be planed especially for you or your group. The most popular Mineral water that we have in Georgia is Borjomi and we will be able to try it in central park. Next, we have Akhaltsikhe castle that was recently renovated and for now, is one of the most popular touristic attractions in Georgia. We will also pass Khertvisi fortress and finally reach Vardzia cave town.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, Guide

Exclusions: Tickets on Sightseeings, Food and drinks

10. Must See Tbilisi - Borjomi - Rabati - Vardzia Private Tour

Must See Georgia

Start exploring the natural wonders of Georgia by visiting Borjomi Central park, Vardzia cave town and Rabati castle from Tbilisi. Explore new experiences and feel historical and cultural heritages.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Foods & Drinks, All Fees and Taxes

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