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Batumi City Petra Castle and Botanical Garden Tour

NewKutaisi, Georgia
  • Duration10h
  • Group sizeMax 15 guests
  • CancellationFree up to 24 hours before it starts
  • Guided inEnglish
  • Who can comeAdults, Infants

About this experience

Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Kutaisi. Head to the Petra Fortress, a military-strategic and trade-economic location. Learn about its history and admire the views. Next, visit the Batumi Botanical Garden, located on a 1 km long coastline between the mouth of Chakvitskali River and Green Cape. Explore the garden, characterized by specific and diverse physical-geographical conditions. Finally, take a city tour of Batumi, the second most populous city in Georgia. Discover its cultural and tourist attractions before returning to Kutaisi.

Where you'll meet

Kutaisi

Kutaisi Municipality Kutaisi

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Where you'll go

  1. 1

    Kobuleti Municipality

    E70

    Petra Castle (Tsikhisdziri Fortress) is a 6th‑century Byzantine stronghold perched atop a rocky hill overlooking the Black Sea, about 20 km north of Batumi. Commissioned by Emperor Justinian I in 535 AD, its ruins include massive walls, a citadel, baths, a basilica, and fortifications—evidence of its key role in the ancient Lazic War between Byzantium and Persia . Today, meticulously restored and part of an open-air museum, Petra offers panoramic sea and coastal views—making it a must-visit for history buffs and photographers alike

  2. 2

    Batumi

    Mtsvane Kontskhi, Green Cape

    Petra Castle (Tsikhisdziri Fortress) is a 6th‑century Byzantine stronghold perched atop a rocky hill overlooking the Black Sea, about 20 km north of Batumi. Commissioned by Emperor Justinian I in 535 AD, its ruins include massive walls, a citadel, baths, a basilica, and fortifications—evidence of its key role in the ancient Lazic War between Byzantium and Persia . Today, meticulously restored and part of an open-air museum, Petra offers panoramic sea and coastal views—making it a must-visit for history buffs and photographers alike

  3. 3

    Batumi

    Batumi, Georgia's vibrant Black Sea coastal city, is known for its subtropical climate, modern skyline, and lively atmosphere. It blends beachside relaxation with bustling nightlife, featuring attractions like Batumi Boulevard, futuristic architecture, and the famous Ali & Nino statue. A mix of Georgian and European influences, it offers casinos, botanical gardens, and delicious Adjarian cuisine, making it a top tourist destination with both cultural charm and resort-style energy.

What's included

  • Transportation
  • English Guide Service
  • Soft Drinks & Wifi on Board

What's not included

  • Entrance Ticket to Petra Castle must be paid directly on the site to a third party
  • Botanique Garden entrance fees must be paid directly on the site to a third party
  • Botonical Garden Bus Service fees must be paid directly on the site to a third party

Accessibility and suitability

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Travel time is included in the total time mentioned.
Infants must sit on lapsPublic transport nearby

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GuideD29AE

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Speaks English, Armenian, Georgian, Russian

Day trips, city tours and multi-day journeys across the Caucasus, Central Asia and Southeast Asia, run with local drivers and guides in each country.

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