Discover Georgia: a Hybrid Tour
- Tbilisi, Georgia
Duration
7 Days
Aug 20 - 26, 2025
Group Size
1 - 15
From
$1,785
Paid in 3-5 installments for your convenience
Travel like you've never done before with unique immersive experiences
What comes to mind when you think of Georgia? Is it the beautiful landscapes of the region or the birthplace of wine? Why are the borders here so complicated? What role does Russia play here? Or maybe you just think about all the UNESCO-listed monasteries and the delicious food waiting for you?
What if you could experience and learn about all of this firsthand, guided by locals who bring these stories to life?
From August 20th-26th, 2025, we're taking you on an unforgettable journey through Georgia, where history, culture, and stunning nature are waiting for you. From the vibrant streets of Tbilisi to the serene beauty of the Caucasus Mountains, this tour is designed to immerse you in the best of the country. Experience medieval monasteries, charming old towns, authentic local cuisine, and the legendary hospitality of the Caucasus. Join curious, like-minded travelers and uncover the magic of Georgia together.
Welcome to part 2 of our journey through the Caucasus! For a special discounted rate, you can also add Armenia to your itinerary and venture through 2 countries in 1. You can find all of the information here. Same itinerary, just longer!
Here's what one of our guests had to say about our trips!
"The Hybrid Tour was my first group trip and one of the best travel decisions I've ever made. I was surrounded by a wonderful group of people all willing to learn, grow, and have lots of fun! Our guides/facilitators were the best I've ever had. Plus, they know how to have a good time. Our talks with local activists were also invaluable. 10/10!"
Discover Georgia: a Hybrid Tour
- Tbilisi, Georgia
Experience The Hybrid Tours – Go beyond the guidebooks and learn what it’s truly like to go in an immersive cultural experience of a country! Connect with locals in a way you’ve never done before. Despite our differences, we have more in common than we think. Join us to find out why.
Trip Highlights
- Tbilisi | Kazkegi | Kakheti | Jvari Pass | Gori
- Tbilisi's ancient streets - Walk through the country's lively capital, discover the local food scene, and take a sulfur bath during your free time.
- Wine & food in Kakheti - sip on some of the world’s oldest wine recipes at family-run wineries, and if you don't drink, you'll learn how to make traditional bread, and try your hand at making churchkhela, a local candy.
- The dramatic Caucasus mountains - travel through stunning landscapes, visit the hilltop Gergeti Trinity Church, and take in the incredible views of Mount Kazbek
- Historical insights -Explore how the region’s complex borders came to be and the lasting influence of Russia, and why history continues to shape Georgia today.
- Learn from refugees -and displaced communities, and meet with local activists and academics to better understand the region, this is done through our permanent partnership with Our World Too.
What you’ll experience
- 4* accommodation throughout the trip, all with locally-owned businesses
- All ground transportation in the country
- Meals and cooking classes with locals
- Fun activities planned throughout the trip
- Cultural Immersion meetings with refugees
- Ethically supporting local activism and humanitarian causes
- Friendships with other like-minded travellers
- And more!
Trip dates: August 20th – 26th, 2025
Logistics: Pick up is anytime on August 20th from Tbilisi International Aiport.
The airport code is TBS.
If the flight schedules do not align, we will be happy to arrange extra hotel nights & airport transfers if needed! Please reach out directly to help you out 🙂
The departure should be booked on August 26th and you’re free to leave in the morning, but this is from Georgia. Departing from Tbilisi Int’l Airport – airport code TBS.
Need help looking for flights? Or if you would like to stay longer and explore other parts of the region, please reach out to us directly for assistance!
If you’re looking to visit a new part of the world, cross off some bucket-list items, travel in a completely different way, get to meet new people and immerse yourself in a new culture, then come and join us!
Travel tip: There are low-cost airlines flying to Georgia. Fly to Europe or the UAE, then jump on a low-cost airline to save on flights! We’ve flown here from both Europe and the UAE for as little as $30 USD one-way! Or use Google Flights for the best deals if you don’t want to fly with a low-cost airline.
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Accommodation
- Shared accommodation in 4* locally-owned hotels
- Small groups
- For the best immersive travel experiences, we pride ourselves in having MAX 15 people pe group.
- Activities
- All activities listed in the itinerary are included.
- Transport
- All ground transportation is provided for the duration of the trip in a private vehicle.
- Airport Transfers
- Airport pick-ups/drop-offs are included on August 20th and 26th
- Meetings with survivors
- You'll be learning about history from people who have lived it. We expect guests to remain courteous
- Entry fees
- All entry fees listed in the itinerary are included.
- Local tour guides
- Professional English-speaking tour guides.
- Meals
- Most meals except for a few dinners are included to allow for flexibility in the evenings.
- All government taxes
- Travel insurance
- All participants are required to have travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- We recommend bringing $200-300 USD for all of your personal expenses throughout the trip. This does not include the tips.
- Extra meals
- Meals outside of those stated in the itinerary.
- Tips for guides
- Not included. We recommend tipping $10+ USD per person per day to your guide. About half of this amount for your driver.
- Visas
- Both countries are visa free or visa on arrival for dozens of nationalities. We can provide the necessary paperwork if needed. Reach out directly if you're not sure about yours!
- All beverages
- Bottled water will be provided on a regular basis and is, of course, included, other beverages aren't
- Activities not listed
- Flights
Itinerary
We have carefully planned out each day to give you the best possible experience. From exploring historic landmarks to tasting delicious local cuisine, each day is packed with adventure and excitement. Join us as we take you on a journey through some of the most fascinating destinations in the world.
Day 1 in this part of the world: the Caucasus! Arrival at Tbilisi International Airport. Yerevan Zvarnots International Airport. Meet and assist at the airport. Transfer to hotel, where you’ll be joined by the rest of the group that started their journey in Armenia.
After arriving in Tbilisi, you’ll be free for the rest of the day to explore the city at leisure. Our team on the ground will be ready for your arrival and we”ll be giving you plenty of recommendations on where to go and what to do! Or you can rest well for your first full day of activities tomorrow.
Meals: none
Overnight in Tbilisi
Welcome to Tbilisi, a city that dates to the 5th century AD. Today we’re dedicating the day to this city, plus meeting with locals!
We’ll explore the Old Town, visit the Metekhi Temple, explore Abanotubani, the famous sulfur baths district and head to Narikala Fortress for some of the best views in town.
After our first lunch featuring the incredible Georgian cuisine, we’ll have a meeting with locals to learn more about the situation in the country. After the meeting, you’ll be free to explore the city on your own. We personally recommend not missing out on the cable car! Or could you be tempted into going for some natural sulfur baths?
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Overnight in Tbilisi
We’re starting our day in Stepantsminda, in the Kazbegi region, which is overlooked by one of the highest peaks in the region.
We’ll make our way to Gergeti Sameba church, followed by lunch with a local family where we’ll have homemade khinkali! Aka: Georgian dumplings. If you feel like exploring more of the area, this is the perfect time to do some optional hikes here, especially the ones with views of the Chaukhi Mountains.
After this, we’ll head back to our accommodation and you’ll have time off to explore the town.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Overnight in Stepantsminda.
This is the last day of the trip! Breakfast is included, and if you happen to have an afternoon or evening flight, you can keep your bags in the hotel. The transfer to Tbilisi Airport is included. This is also your chance to buy any souvenirs or wine that you didn’t get a chance to purchase before!
If you wish to extend your stay in the region, let us know and we can assist you with accommodation, transportation, and anything else you might need. Don’t forget that this is part 2 of our journey into the Caucasus. You can join us the week before in Armenia for a discounted rate to do 2 countries in 1. You can check out the info here!
Thank you for joining us on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure!
Meals included: breakfast
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