Day tour to Vardzia, Borjomi in Georgia
Description
Vardzia is a cave site in southern Georgia dating back to 12th century, excavated from the slopes of the Erusheti Mountain on the left bank of the Mtkvari River. Excavations have shown that the area of Vardzia was inhabited even earlier during the Bronze Age. There you can find bell tower, main church, cave dwellings, rooms, chapels, pharmacy and wine cellars. Infrastructure includes access tunnels, water facilities, and provision for defence. Vardzia has been submitted for future inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a Cultural Site. Borjomi is the picturesque resort town in south-central Georgia located on the edge of the Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park. The town is famous for its mineral water, which is the number one export of Georgia.
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Vardzia is a cave site in southern Georgia dating back to 12th century, excavated from the slopes of the Erusheti Mountain on the left bank of the Mtkvari River. Excavations have shown that the area of Vardzia was inhabited even earlier during the Bronze Age. There you can find bell tower, main church, cave dwellings, rooms, chapels, pharmacy and wine cellars. Beyond the bell tower the complex rises to nineteen tiers, with steps leading to a cemetery. Infrastructure includes access tunnels, water facilities, and provision for defence. Vardzia has been submitted for future inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a Cultural Site.
Borjomi is the picturesque resort town in south-central Georgia located on the edge of the Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park. The town is famous for its mineral water, which is the number one export of Georgia; the Romanov summer palace and the World Wide Fund for nature-site Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park. Borjomi is also home to the most extensive ecologically themed amusement park in the Caucasus.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No minimum age required
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Dress code is smart casual
- No health restrictions
Reviews(154)
These tours certainly made me a huge fan of Georgia, the cave monesterties are really one if a kind wonders. The culture inspired me towards converting to Orthodoxy and the water in Bojormi is really one of a kind too. I even seek it out when I am in Brighton Beach. This truly is a one of a kind experience that can't be missed. Guide is very attentive and you can't be a solo experience where all your needs are catered too, will definitely bring family and friends. The tours were so good, I plan on moving part of the year to Georgia in the future.
Everything was very well organized. Our guide Anna was very engaging and knowledgeable, and her stories made the tour even more interesting. She’s an absolutely fantastic person, full of energy 🇬🇪 The whole trip went smoothly and without any stress. It was truly a unique experience — we wished we could stay longer to enjoy the beautiful views.
Dear guest, first of all thanks for choosing our company WST! It was truly our pleasure being host in Georgia! Thanks for your feedback, because it's really very important for us! We are happy that you enjoyed the trips and discovered our country with us! We always make our best for guest's comfort and happy holidays! Hope to see you again in our beautiful country Georgia and in our company WST! Меньше данных
I was exploring Georgia as a solo traveler and chose this tour. I had an amazing time with the guide, he was very knowledgeable, the car was super clean and comfy. All the details in the itinerary was done, the restaurant they chose was perfect and also very affordable I do recommend it
Dear guest, first of all thanks for choosing our company WST! It was truly our pleasure being host in Georgia! Thanks for your feedback, because it's really very important for us! We are happy that you enjoyed the trips and discovered our country with us! We always make our best for guest's comfort and happy holidays! Hope to see you again in our beautiful country Georgia and in our company WST!
Very pleasant drive from Tbilisi to Vardzia. We did several stops. However, a small van so you always lean with your knees against the seat in front of it and the heating was sometimes put on which was far too hot. The guide was very good. Nino could switch very quickly from Georgian, to Russian and English. She spoke both languages perfectly. She could tell the background and history of the places we drove past or stopped. She was also very helpful to the travelers who were not walking well. Vardzia was magnificent. Borzhimi a little less but still pleasant in the end. Very nice trip! Especially when you don’t get that far south, it’s useful to do the trip because the road is no mean feat. Also nice eaten in the restaurant on Vardzia.
Dear guest, first of all thanks for choosing our company WST! It was truly our pleasure being host in Georgia! Thanks for your feedback, because it's really very important for us! We are happy that you enjoyed the trips and discovered our country with us! We always make our best for guest's comfort and happy holidays! Hope to see you again in our beautiful country Georgia and in our company WST!
Was notified twelve hours before the tour was to begin that it had been canceled. Alternatives were provided, but that is a lame alternative, especially as I had already toured or the dates were after after my departure. Extremely inconvenient and compelled me to scramble to connive alternate plans VERY quickly and remain disappointed as Vardzia was near the top of the list for places in Georgia I wanted to visit (the exceedingly late notification afforded no opportunity for assembling an alternative plan). I even had to submit a refund request! Whole Viator resolved the request promptly I was annoyed by the need to squander my vacation time to tend to an issue I was completely unresponsible for and damaged my enjoyment of Georgia. PS. I was not going to write a review, but Viator keeps emailing requests, so here you have it.
Ana our guide was great! She has a lot of knowledge and is very energetic. Her love for Georgia is so infectious. The only thing what wasn’t so pleasant was the driver. He drove like a maniac and we didn’t feel safe at all.
Dear guest, first of all thanks for choosing our company WST! It was truly our pleasure being host in Georgia! Thanks for your feedback, because it's really very important for us! We are happy that you enjoyed the trips and discovered our country with us! We always make our best for guest's comfort and happy holidays! Hope to see you again in our beautiful country Georgia and in our company WST!
It was truly amazing, places to see are wonderful but the guide and the driver made the day perfect. Funny, kind, always ready to explain and answer questions, but also to chill and have a laugh all together. That was perfect!! Roberto from Italy
Dear guest, first of all thanks for choosing our company WST! It was truly our pleasure being host in Georgia! Thanks for your feedback, because it's really very important for us! We are happy that you enjoyed the trips and discovered our country with us! We always make our best for guest's comfort and happy holidays! Hope to see you again in our beautiful country Georgia and in our company WST!
Gorgious landscape! Amazing! Very well organized by the company Guide and car driver are lovely. Always there to answer my questions and always with a smile on their faces, which is so appreciable ! Even the day was long, I did not see the time runing! I highly recommend this tour which I will always remember thanks to the persons who carried on us !! Cécile de France
Dear guest, first of all thanks for choosing our company WST! It was truly our pleasure being host in Georgia! Thanks for your feedback, because it's really very important for us! We are happy that you enjoyed the trips and discovered our country with us! We always make our best for guest's comfort and happy holidays! Hope to see you again in our beautiful country Georgia and in our company WST!
Exploring the ancient caves of Vardzia was truly a remarkable experience, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have visited. The intricate architecture and history of the site were captivating, offering a glimpse into the past. Having George as our tour guide enriched the journey, as his knowledge and enthusiasm were evident throughout the day. Overall, the day trip was a memorable adventure, leaving a lasting impression of wonder.
Dear guest, first of all thanks for choosing our company WST! It was truly our pleasure being host in Georgia! Thanks for your feedback, because it's really very important for us! We are happy that you enjoyed the trips and discovered our country with us! We always make our best for guest's comfort and happy holidays! Hope to see you again in our beautiful country Georgia and in our company WST!
Really unique experience, Vardzia built into a cliff is something you don’t see every day, recommended to experience.
Dear guest, first of all thanks for choosing our company WST! It was truly our pleasure being host in Georgia! Thanks for your feedback, because it's really very important for us! We are happy that you enjoyed the trips and discovered our country with us! We always make our best for guest's comfort and happy holidays! Hope to see you again in our beautiful country Georgia and in our company WST!
