Georgia Wonderland Hiking Guide

Come to Georgia! This off-the-beaten-path destination in the South Caucasus hides stunning snow-capped mountains, churches, and a rich wine culture🍷 A 5-day itinerary takes you through Tbilisi and its surrounding highlights, with a reasonable pace each day and plenty of practical tips to share!

🌈 Itinerary:
Day 1:
📍Metekhi Church
Located right in the center of Tbilisi, this 13th-century church is at Metekhi Square and looks beautiful when lit up at night! It’s recommended to visit in the evening to also enjoy the night view🌃

Day 2:
📍Tbilisi Old Town
Streets full of Georgian charm, colorful houses perfect for photos, about 2-3 hours to stroll around. The Old Town has many unique shops and restaurants.

Day 3:
📍Holy Trinity Cathedral
A must-visit in Tbilisi! It’s the largest Orthodox cathedral in Georgia, with a golden dome that looks especially stunning in the sunlight✨ Open from 8:00 to 20:00, noon is the best time for lighting.

Day 4:
📍Sighnaghi
The wine town! About a 2-hour drive from Tbilisi, you can choose a private car for a day trip. The town itself is very beautiful, with many wineries for wine tasting—remember to book in advance.

Day 5:
📍Uplistsikhe
This is a rock-hewn town ruin about 1.5 hours from Tbilisi, perfect for history lovers. Comfortable shoes are recommended for exploring.

💡 Practical tips:
1. Georgia is visa-free! So convenient for spontaneous trips.
2. Using Bolt for taxis in Tbilisi is super cheap, usually under 10 Lari within the city.
3. The best travel season is from May to October, but April and November are also nice with fewer tourists.
4. Locals are very friendly; English is not widely spoken, so downloading a translation app is recommended.
5. Be sure to try Georgian baked bread (Khachapuri) and dumplings (Khinkali).

🥘 Food recommendations:
📍Machakhela Restaurant (Tbilisi Old Town)
- Recommended for traditional Georgian dishes; both khinkali and khachapuri are delicious.
- Average cost about 30-50 Lari per person.

📍Wine Bar (Sighnaghi)
- A highly rated tavern in town where you can taste local specialty wines.
- Recommended to try the classic Saperavi and Kindzmarauli wines.