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If the mountains are the crown of Georgia's magnificent landscape, Kachetia is the shining heart. Known almost exclusively from vineyards and wineries, this wide and fertile valley cuts into the snowy Dagestan Caucasus from the north and Azerbaijan wetlands from the south.Georgia is undoubtedly the birthplace of grape cultivation. Nowhere else in the world is the evidence is reaching such ancient times. Grape seeds found in the Caucasian tombs are over 7,000 years old. There are over 500 native grape varieties in Georgia, far more than anywhere else! Most of them are still completely unknown to the rest of the world and only here you can try extremely unique varieties with a wide range of subtle differences in taste.
On this trip Georgia will reveal to us its quintessence. We will indulge in the beautiful landscapes of the Caucasus, taste wonderful Georgian cuisine, right at its birth place. It will be a great opportunity to experience an adventure in the country of famous toasts and hospitable people.
DAY 1 - HARVEST
Rtveli is a traditional vintage and rural harvest in Georgia. We will take a part in it by helping a local family, plantation owners. Expect some festivities, distinctive Georgian traditions that are still alive. In the evening Georgian family harvest dinner.
DAY 2 – HIDDEN WATERFALL
Today we will hit the trail alongside the river into old, green forest. After passing several bridges and fresh water springs, we will reach gorgeous waterfall where we can take a dip. Hike usually takes total of 5 hrs.
DAY 3 – SIGHNAGI – CITY OF LOVE
Signagi, founded in the 18th century, is today called the Georgian city of love, aspiring to the name of local Carcassonne or little Toscany. Charmingly situated at an altitude of 790 meters above sea level and renovated in recent years, became famous for 24-hour Civil Registry Office. The city lives almost exclusively from grape production, tourism and carpet weaving. Our destination will be famous Monastery of Bodbe and biggest grape factory. In the afternoon we will have free time to enjoy spectacular panorama of Kachetia, magic cobblestone streets of the old town or take ride in old soviet car - Lada. You can continue local produce tasting at famous Pheasant’s Tears or take a walk along ancient city wall of 2.5km. Late in the evening we will leave back to Tbilisi and further on to airport for return flight home.
Cost: AED 3,250 all inclusive flights.
Activities:
Sightseeing, trekking, taking part in Rtveli – Georgian traditional harvest
Duration:
Long Weekend with Friday Off
Accommodation & meals:
Included - guesthouse (double sharing rooms), local foods, packed lunch.
Visas:
UAE residence visa holders receive visa on arrival.
COVID:
Vax certificate required for entry to Georgia.
See yah at the harvest!
Piotr
050 48 48 238 / [email protected]
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