Tbilisi Traditions
Tbilisi, Georgia
From EUR 27.88
Office phone number: +995 599 648 140
Tbilisi Traditions
Tbilisi, Georgia
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Experience the chaotic charm of Tbilisi with a local guide by your side and discover picturesque architecture, historic landmarks, dramatic city views and fascinating stories about its heyday as a Silk Road trading hotspot. Throw in some in-the-know recommendations on what else to see, do (and eat!) and you have found yourself the perfect introduction to Georgia’s capital, helping you make the most out of your stay.
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Highlights
- Get the lowdown on Georgian history, culture, and traditions from an expert local guide
- Explore the chaotic lanes of Tbilisi’s Old Town and feast your eyes on its beautiful 19th-century architecture
- Follow the Betlemi stairs all the way to the top and be rewarded with stunning views of the city and a delicious khachapuri (Georgian cheese pie)
- Stroll across the Mtkvari River on the Peace bridge and admire Tbilisi’s pretty cityscape
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Schedule details
- Duration: 3 hours
- Meeting point:
Freedom Square in front of the Tbilisi City Assembly (pink striped building with a clock tower).
Address: 2 Galaktion Tabidze St
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- Starting time: 11.00 AM
- Ending point:
Hotel Ambassadori
Address: 17 Ioane Shavteli St
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, khachapuri (bread and cheese) pastry and a glass of local wine or mineral water.
Exclusions: Additional food and drink, souvenirs and items of a personal nature, transportation to and from the meeting point, tips and gratuities for your guide
Your Tbilisi adventure begins at Freedom Square. After just a few steps, you’ll be immersed in the historical district of Sololaki, favoured by the great and the good of Tbilisi for centuries. As we admire the decadent former glories of this intriguing city, you’ll be tempted by the smell of freshly-baked bread from the underground bakeries that are located nearby, and you’ll see locals happily set up impromptu sidewalk markets in order to sell their seasonal produce.
Up the steps to the clifftop is next where you should be prepared for some breathtaking views of Tbilisi. From the observation deck of the Betlemi Quarter, you’ll be able to see most of the city’s main landmarks. Here we will reward ourselves with a delicious khachapuri, which literary means cheese with bread, and a glass of local wine (or mineral water from the neighbouring mountain springs).
Our next stop will have you carried away with colours as we visit the magnificent ‘kaleidoscope house’ to admire its stained glass decorations.
Back to modernity, we’ll mooch our way down the always busy Leselidze Street, which leads to Meidan Square, the former site of the city's main Bazaar. Then it’s on to the red-brick domes of the Abanotubani sulphur baths, the restorative hot springs that gave the city its name.
Unusually for a city tour, our next stop will be at a spectacular waterfall, the local’s favourite place to come and cool off on a hot summer day and make a wish.
As we cross the Metekhi Bridge, we’ll stop to admire the church on the rocks above the river. This is where Vakhtang Gorgasali built his palace, when he made Tbilisi his capital all the way back in the 5th Century.
Finally, we will walk along the winding path through Rike Park on the eastern riverbank and stroll across the Mktvari River on the glass-and-steel Peace Bridge which helped to transform Tbilisi's profile. Your tour will end near the clock tower which was built by the puppet master Rezo Gabriadze outside his popular theatre. Before you go, don’t forget to ask your expert local guide for more tips on what else to see and do while you’re in town.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, khachapuri (bread and cheese) pastry and a glass of local wine or mineral water.
Exclusions: Additional food and drink, souvenirs and items of a personal nature, transportation to and from the meeting point, tips and gratuities for your guide
Dress standard: Please wear comfortable walking shoes for sightseeing on foot. In the summertime (from May to September) it is highly recommended to wear sunscreen and a hat to protect yourself from direct sunshine.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +995 599 648 140
Email address: info@tbilisiurbanadventures.com
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