Adventure in Kakheti - Bodbe, Sighnaghi, wine tasting (Private Experience)
Description
Did you know that wine is an integral part of our lives for Georgian people? This tour is an opportunity for you if you want to feel Georgia as a cradle of wine. We will pick you up from your hotel/apartment at 09:00 AM and this is where your journey starts. Our first stop is at the local village where you have a unique opportunity to visit the local traditional bakery to taste Georgian traditional cheese and bread - Shoti. After that, we explore highlights of Kakheti like Sighnaghi - the City of Love and Bodbe nunnery with its fascinating views.
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KTW Wine Factory, Kakheti: As one of Kakheti's largest wine factories, KTW offers a unique tasting experience for visitors. Combining traditional methods with modern techniques, KTW showcases the rich diversity of Georgian wines. During our tour, we'll have the opportunity to taste a selection of their finest wines, offering a true taste of Kakheti's celebrated viticulture.
Bodbe Monastery dedicated to Saint Nino is located at Bodbe, 2 km from the town of Sighnaghi, Kakheti. St. Nino is very important saint for Georgians, since she was the one who spread Christianity in our country in the 5th century. Last years of her life, she spent in Bodbe, that’s why Georgians buried St. Nino in this monastic complex.Nowadays, a lot of people come to see her tomb, as this place is very miraculous. You will see many people coming out from there with tears and hear many stories explaining how their wishes came true. This place keeps many secrets and stories. You will feel it already when you enter the beautiful garden which overlooks to Alazani Valley. Nuns, who live there, are taking care of it and they try to keep it as beautiful and green as it was during the life of St. Nino.
Sighnaghi is a small town in the east of Georgia situated on the mountainside in the historical region of Kakheti. It was founded in the 17th century during the reign of King Erekle II of Georgia, and as locals say, it is the only city in Georgia that has fully preserved with fortification wall which is one of the biggest wall in the world. The great wall is crowned with 27 watchtowers and 6 gates where travelers can climb to get the magnificent view of the Alazani valley. New life of Sighnaghi started in 2007 when it changed into a European town. Its architecture with narrow cobbled streets and beautiful balconies will not leave you indifferent. The town has two central squares with wedding house where couple can marry anytime of the day. Thus, Sighnaghi is called the city of love. You will find many cosy places, hotels and hostels to your taste, street cafes and restaurants, where you can try the home-made Kakhetian wines: Saperavi, Kindzmarauli, Rkaciteli, Mtsvane… There goes a long list.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Our agent will contact you and our driver/guide will meets you at the doorstep of your accommodation holding our company sign.
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(29)
We had a great tour with Luka who was charming and knowledgeable. He took us to visit a number of wineries where we learned about and samples some excellent Georgian wines. Along the way we learned a bit about Georgian history and culture. It was a full day out but the time passed by quickly.
Madloba (Thank you) for such a wonderful review! I am delighted to hear that you had a fabulous day exploring the wine region with Luka. It is always our goal to make a full day of touring feel effortless and engaging, so I am so happy to know the time passed quickly for you! Luka is a fantastic member of our team, and I will be sure to share your compliments with him. He will be thrilled to know that his knowledge and company added so much to your experience of our history, culture, and, of course, our wine. We hope to see you again on your next visit to Georgia! Best regards, Lela Owner, We Are Georgia Tours
Luka was amazing, and I had a wonderful tour. We went all through the wine region of Georgia and to see the beautiful country side. Luka was very attentive and explained everything super well. He took me to many locals houses to try their wines and bites. Tour took in total 7 hours. At the end of my trip I left my jacket at a restaurant in Tbilisi. After I left the country, Luka was so kind to retrieve the jacket and ship it to me. Thank you to Luka for making my Georgia experience so wonderful ☺️🩷 I cannot recommend enough!!!
Madloba (Thank you) for this incredible, heartwarming review! It makes me immensely proud to hear that Luka provided such an amazing and attentive tour of Kakheti, ensuring you experienced the true culture with local wines and bites. That authentic connection is what we aim for. But more than the tour itself, your story about the forgotten jacket truly embodies Georgian hospitality. Luka going above and beyond to retrieve and ship your belongings shows the immense care and commitment our team has for our guests, even after you have left our country. Thank you for recognizing this special effort. We hope to welcome you back to Georgia someday! Best regards, Lela
Pick up by Luka was on time and well organized. It was nice to be flexible with our stops and move the wine tasting to the end it was less crowded and we felt like we could talk to the tour guide more than if we were mixed with a huge group. We loved seeing the farm for the bread and cheese tasting, the view points were great and Luka made sure to find a certain preserve I was looking for while we were on our tour and I’m so happy to have it. The convent was beautiful and so was Sighnaghi. It made me want to come back to Georgia and explore more small towns and see the countryside. The nature is so beautiful. I highly recommend this tour!
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! I'm thrilled to hear that you had a great time on our Adventure in Kakheti tour with Luka as your guide. We're glad that the flexibility of the tour allowed you to enjoy a more personalized experience, especially with the wine tasting at the end. Exploring the farm for bread and cheese tasting, enjoying the scenic viewpoints, and visiting the convent and Sighnaghi sounds like a delightful experience. I'm glad Luka was able to accommodate your request and find the preserve you were looking for, adding an extra touch to your tour. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're delighted to hear that you're inspired to come back to Georgia and explore more of its small towns and countryside. Thank you for choosing to explore Kakheti with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in the future!
What a great two day trip! From the monastery, to the tours of wineries, to the cooking class, to the amazing scenery of Kakheti, Luka and his team figured out a way for me to see a maximum slice of Georgia in a minimal amount of time. Mancho, my driver, was much more than just a driver — played great music as we drove, engaged in great conversation, and was there every step of the way to help out with finding lodgings and communicating with others. Thank you Mancho! And thank you Luka for planning such a wonderful tour. Highly recommended! Scott
Dear Scott, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time exploring Kakheti with us and that our team, led by Luka and Mancho, provided you with a memorable experience. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed the monastery, winery tours, cooking class, and the stunning scenery of Kakheti. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more adventures in Georgia! Best regards, Lela
A very informative well paced relaxing tour of the Georgian Wine region. Luka was very knowledgeable about the history of Georgia and the Wine regions.
Hello. Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience from the Adventure in Kakheti wine tour on TripAdvisor! We're thrilled to hear that you found the tour to be informative, well-paced, and relaxing. It's fantastic that Luka's knowledge of the history of Georgia and the wine regions contributed to your enjoyment of the tour. We strive to provide insightful and engaging experiences, and your feedback is a wonderful testament to that effort. Your recommendation and kind words are much appreciated. Should you decide to explore more of Georgia in the future, we would be honored to welcome you back for further adventures. Warm regards, Lela
My friend and I did the private wine experience together. We had a wonderful time. We tried wine at so many places. Luca had a lot of knowledge about wine and he gave us a very authentic wine experience. I will always recommend everyone to book tour thru this agency.
Hello dear Ruchita, Thank you so much for your fantastic review of the Adventure in Kakheti wine tour on TripAdvisor! I'm thrilled to hear that you and your friend had a wonderful time exploring Kakheti and enjoying the wine tasting. I'm pleased to know that Luca's knowledge about wine and his guidance provided you with an authentic wine experience. Kakheti is renowned for its wine culture, and it's a joy to share this aspect of Georgian heritage with visitors. Your recommendation and kind words about booking tours through our agency are greatly appreciated. We aim to provide memorable and immersive experiences, and your feedback motivates us to continue doing so. Thank you once again for choosing our tour and for sharing your positive experience. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Georgia for more wine adventures in the future! Warm regards, Lela
An amazing experience. Didn't feel like we traveled with a guide, but rather an old friend who knew everything about everything around us and was a great story teller. A+
Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful review of the Adventure in Kakheti tour on TripAdvisor! I'm delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience exploring Kakheti with us. Creating a warm and friendly atmosphere, where guests feel like they're traveling with a knowledgeable friend, is what we aim for, so I'm thrilled that you had that kind of experience. Sharing stories and insights about the region's culture and history is one of the joys of guiding. Your A+ rating and kind words mean a lot to us, and we are grateful for your support and positive feedback. We look forward to having the opportunity to welcome you back to Georgia for more memorable journeys in the future! Thank you once again for choosing our tour and for sharing your positive experience. Warm regards, Lela
I booked Lela’s tour 2 weeks before my arrival in Georgia and it was such a wonderful experience! She responded promptly and professionally! My guide that day, Mirian, was very kind, speaks very well english and very accommodating! Because it is a private tour, you can take your time and visit the touristic point at your own pace! Mirian was very knowledgeable and guided me when buying wine, cheese, local sweets etc! I really enjoyed the tour, well organized and professional! One thing that I am grateful for to Lela is that in Gudauri, she helped me find a great local Tour guide to take me to Kazbegi! I appreciated very much her willingness to help and kindness! I definitely recommend this tour! You will not regret it! Thank you, Lela and your team!
Hello, Thank you so much for choosing our tour and taking the time to write this heartfelt review! I’m delighted to hear that your adventure in Kakheti was a wonderful experience, and that the planning and communication leading up to it met your expectations. I’m especially glad to know that Mirian’s knowledge, English proficiency, and accommodating nature enhanced your experience, and that you appreciated the flexibility of a private tour. Helping you find local delights and navigate through our rich offerings is always a joy for us! I’m also pleased that I could assist you in Gudauri and help you find a great local guide for Kazbegi. Ensuring your overall trip in Georgia is smooth and memorable is our ultimate goal, and I’m grateful for your appreciation. Your kind words mean the world to our team, and I’ll make sure to pass your compliments to Mirian and everyone involved. We hope to have the pleasure of guiding you again on your next visit to Georgia. Warm wishes and many thanks, Lela
Very friendly, eloquent, knowledgeable Guide and also a very good driver. Had explanation to every question. The food was excellent, the experience in the wine tunnel good - could be a bit longer.
Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It warms my heart to know that you found me to be friendly, eloquent, and knowledgeable, and that I could provide satisfying answers to all your questions. It’s my pleasure to make every tour as enriching and enjoyable as possible! I’m thrilled that you enjoyed the excellent food and had a good experience in the wine tunnel. Your feedback regarding the duration of that part of the tour is valuable, and I will certainly take it into consideration for future experiences to make them even better. It was a joy to accompany you on your adventure in Kakheti, and I hope the memories we created together will stay with you for a long time. Should you ever return to our beautiful region, or any other part of Georgia, I would love to guide you again and share more of our wonderful culture and sights. Wishing you many more delightful and enriching travels ahead! Warm regards, Lela
With wine and hope, anything is possible. Wasn't aware about the fact that Georgian wines are really good. Lela's tour program and recommendations were astounding. Book this tour and thank me later :p
Hello dear, Thank you for leaving such a lively and spirited review! Your words brought a smile to my face, and I’m thrilled to hear that you had a unique and surprising experience exploring the beauty of Kakheti, tasting our delicious wines, and visiting Bodbe and Sighnaghi. I'm delighted to have introduced you to the wonders of Georgian wines – they indeed hold a special charm and it’s always a pleasure to see our guests discover and enjoy them. Your praise for the tour program and recommendations is truly appreciated, and I’m glad I could contribute to making your adventure in Kakheti astounding. It would be a joy to welcome you back for more discoveries and surprises in Georgia, and perhaps, more delightful wine experiences! Thank you again for your wonderful review and recommendation – and I hope future travelers will indeed thank you later! :p Warm regards, Lela
