Tour to Vardzia, Rabati castle, Khertvisi fortress

Sightseeing tour in Georgia In the morning, you will visit Rabat fortress. The old stone Rabat fortress is the main sight of the Akhaltsikhe town. It is standing on the small hill on the very shores of the Potskhovi river. Its name comes from Arabic – meaning “fortified place”.

You will continue your trip towards Vardzia. En route, shortly stop at Khertvisi Fortress (10-11th).

After you will head to Vardzia, which was erected in the 12-13 centuries during the rule of George III and his daughter of Tamara for the purpose of the southern boundaries of Georgia protection. Vardzia is not just a set of random rooms cut in rocks. It is a multi-storied complex with streets, tunnels and stairs leading to monasteries, temples, fortresses, baths, libraries dwelling houses and so forth. Return to Tbilisi for overnight.

NOTE: We can offer accommodation if needed for additional cost.