One-Day Gastro Tour in Uraveli Gorge

Do you want to walk the path of forgotten Meskhetian folklore? Travel with us, following the footsteps of mysterious legends, discover exotics and taste masterpieces of old Meskhetian cuisine unknown to many?

GTG TOUR offers you a 1-day tour in Uraveli Valley.

The route is:

"Gate", from where this amazing valley starts!

The valley of the river Uraveli, located between the ridges of Erusheti and Samtskhe, will take you not only to the reserve of extraordinary nature but also to the mystical past.

The route of Andrew the First-Called, which the apostle of Jesus walked 21 centuries ago!

Medieval chapels of the village Tskordza!

The mystical, rock-cut monastery of the "Baiebi", where, according to the legend, Georgian warrior monks were practicing!

"Mineral water" of Uraveli ♥

Unfortunately, many people have forgotten this healing and unique natural gift of Uraveli, but it is an essential "pharmacy" dripping from the rocks, which cures gastrointestinal diseases!

Uraveli "Cheese Factory" ♥

Here you can taste the most delicious types of Meskhetian cheese, including "Tenili" and "Chechili", restored in full compliance with the old traditions.

Triconch of 10-11 centuries, a unique monastic complex.

Forgotten "Agara Monastery", surrounded by the picturesque nature, a powerful monastic and religious center at one time. Legends tell us that Shota Rustaveli got an education here! You just become speechless here and sink into the past!

Meskhetian Craft Museum In the village of Muskhi. Meskhetian women, under the leadership of Maro Zhuzhunadze, not only preserved the original traditions of making Meskhetian carpets and rugs but also traced the natural origin of each color as a result of hard work!

Akhaltsikhe Fortress, (Rabati) Amazing combination of past and present, restored grand fortified town and Meskheti Museum of Local Lore!

The tour will be completed by tasting the dishes on the terrace restaurant in Akhaltsikhe Fortress (Rabati), where you will taste the most delicious masterpieces of indigenous Meskhetian cuisine (Tatarberagi, Apokhti Khinkali, Chimuri, Tklapi, Bakmazi, Meskhetian wine, Chanchuri (variety of plum) and mulberry Vodka).

Safety

The main task of our team is to make the tour go smoothly. We will take care of your safe movement with a serviceable minibus and an experienced driver. Therefore, we do not drink on the road, do not dance while driving and do not come to the meeting place drunk.

What to consider

Wear sporty/comfortable outfits. It is advisable to have a raincoat with you. Wear comfortable and low-profile shoes so that you could easily walk on Tskhrajvari.

Difficulty

The tour is of medium difficulty and does not require special physical training.