From Tbilisi: Kakheti, Sighnaghi, Bodbe Monastery Day Tour

About this experience

Highlights Taste fresh Georgian bread, cheese, and churchkhela in Badiauri Village Visit the spiritual Bodbe Monastery, resting place of Saint Nino Explore the romantic hilltop town of Sighnaghi, known as the City of Love Experience a local winery with tastings of wine, chacha, vodka, and cognac Enjoy a traditional Georgian lunch with panoramic views of the Alazani Valley Full description Discover the Heart of Georgian Wine – Kakheti Day Tour Explore Kakheti, Georgia’s renowned wine-producing region in the east, famous for its scenic landscapes, ancient monasteries, and centuries-old winemaking traditions. This immersive tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and gastronomy. Begin your journey with a visit to Badiauri Village, where you’ll stop at a local bakery to taste freshly baked Georgian bread, local cheese, and the traditional sweet churchkhela. Continue to the serene Bodbe Monastery, built at the burial site of Saint Nino, the revered figure who brought Christianity to Georgia. This spiritual place offers peaceful surroundings and panoramic views—ideal for quiet reflection and beautiful photos. Next, arrive in the charming hilltop town of Sighnaghi, often called the City of Love. Enjoy a walking tour through its cobblestone streets, explore the impressive Great Wall of Georgia, and take in the romantic architecture. Afterward, delight in a traditional Georgian lunch overlooking the breathtaking Alazani Valley. Savor local flavors paired with regional wines. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit a local family winery, where you can sample a variety of homemade beverages including wine, vodka, chacha, and cognac, while learning about Georgia’s ancient winemaking methods. End the day with a scenic drive through Telavi, the historic heart of Kakheti, before returning to Tbilisi.

Where you'll meet

Where you'll go

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   Badiauri, Badiauri, Kakheti Region

   Begin your journey with a visit to Badiauri Village, where you’ll stop at a local bakery to taste freshly baked Georgian bread, local cheese, and the traditional sweet churchkhela.

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   Bodbe Monastery of St. Nino

   Sighnaghi-St. Nino Monastery

   Learn about the legacy of Saint Nino at the Bodbe Monastery. Indulge in a tasting session featuring Georgian bread, cheese, churchkhela, and a variety of beverages including wine, vodka, chacha, and cognac.

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   Sighnaghi

   Visit the charming "City of Love" Sighnaghi, the Bodbe Monastery, and the historic city of Telavi.

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   Alazani

   Enjoy a scenic drive through the picturesque Alazani Valley

Meet your guide

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Speaks English, Armenian, Georgian, Russian

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