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You will visit Racha, one of the most beautiful parts of Georgia. Here you will explore how it is possible to live in the wild nature. Mravaldzali is one of the highest villages in Europe. People here live in the wild nature. There are lots of historical churches and castles in Racha, you will visit 3 of them during that tour Mravaldzali, Nikortsminda, Barakoni cathedrals. All of them are masterpieces of Georgian architecture. On another hand you will visit cave full of stalactites, stalagmites, and centuries-old ice columns from 8 to 20m and enjoy amazing sightseeing from any point of Racha. We also have degustation of local wines and you will taste local cuisine.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick up travelers from any hotel in Tbilisi. Our guide will meet you at the reception of your hotel.
Itinerary
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1
Tskhrajvari it is a high rocky mountain which offers you one of the most breathtaking sightseeing you have ever seen.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2
A way to Nikortsminda goes through the rolled round Nakerala Pass. Here is Nikortsminda Cathedral which is 1000 years old and it is one of the most beautiful churches in Georgia with its unique architecture and ornaments all around. After we will have degustation of local wines and you will taste local cuisine. Overnight in Ambrolauri guesthouse.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
Then you will continue your way to Ambrolauri – a very compact city with calm atmosphere and beautiful streets and river. Here is a wine factory and in that area comes a special type of grape called – Khvanchkara, wine which is made from that grape is one of the most expensive one worldwide because of its unique taste.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
After breakfast visit Barakoni church from 18th century, it is unique with its domed architecture. It is located near the shore of river Rioni, there are vineyards around and green forest.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
After that rise way goes up to Mravaldzali – one of the highest villages in Europe. This place has amazing history, here is also Mravaldzali Church, which was built in 11th century and this place conserves lots of breathtaking heroic stories. A sword of one of the strongest Iranian conqueror - Shah Abbas The Great. A helmet of Jalal ad – Din Mingburnu, king of Khwarazmian Empire is also kept here. Furthermore this church is popular because of its ornaments and cravings and legends about saint George as well.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Sakinule - The natural cave village of Shua Skhvavi (municipality of Ambrolauri) is located 4 km to the south. 1310 meters above sea level. There are ice stalactites, stalagmites, centuries-old ice columns (part of the height of column 8 and about 20 m) and cascades. Departure to Tbilisi.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Transfer from Tbilisi to Racha
Racha - Tbilisi
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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