One day trip in Kakheti with a car

Tbilisi – Bodbe: 110 km

The first stop on this route will be the Bodbe Monastery. It began to be built in the 9th century but was significantly rebuilt in the 17th century. The relics of St. Nino, who converted Georgians to Christianity, are kept here. Bodbe’s territory is very beautiful and well-groomed, with flower beds and vineyards. From the viewpoint, you will see all of Alazani Valley, and if you walk down, you will find the holy spring.

Bodbe – Sighnaghi: 2 km

After Bodbe you will go to Sighnaghi, a small town with the best view of the Alazani Valley and the Greater Caucasus Range. Thanks to the round-the-clock wedding palace, Sighnaghi became famous as a city of love. But much more interesting are the fortified walls (5 km long, 18th century) that surrounded the town. You can walk along them and enjoy the views.

Sighnaghi – Khareba winery: 49 km

Kakheti is the main wine region of Georgia, so the trip wouldn’t be complete without wine tasting. The driver will take you to the Khareba winery, the biggest Georgian wine producer. Also, you will visit a part of the 8-kilometer-long tunnel carved into the rock, which stores almost 25,000 bottles of wine. For an additional fee, you can taste the wines and then buy them.

The last point of the route is Gremi. Previously, this ancient city was the capital of Kakheti, but in the 17th century, it was destroyed by the Persians. Only Gremi Castle on a high hill has survived. This is the complex of the Archangel temple and monastery, where you can see unique frescoes from the 16th century.

Gremi – Tbilisi: 115 km

After a walk through the Gremi complex you will return to Tbilisi. During the trip, you can choose any place to have lunch or dinner. The driver will recommend good options for you.