Tour Overview
Georgia is one of those rare places where antiquity and wilderness arrive together. Driving from Tbilisi's sulfur-scented old quarter through the mythical highlands of Svaneti — a landscape unchanged since the Middle Ages — to the sunlit promenades of Batumi on the Black Sea coast is not just a road trip. It is a passage through time.
This 8-day self-drive takes you behind the wheel of a Toyota 4Runner or Jeep Renegade across mountain highways, unpaved Svaneti tracks, and coastal roads. You'll navigate cave cities carved into cliff faces, cross high Caucasian passes, share a traditional supra feast with locals, and end your journey with your feet in the Black Sea. Georgia is Europe's most underrated road trip country — and this tour proves it.
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
| Day | Date | Route | Activity | Meals | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Oct 2 | Tbilisi | Arrival. Old City Tbilisi, Narikala Fortress, the famous sulfur bathhouses of Abanotubani, welcome dinner in a traditional wine cellar. | Meals included — Dinner | — km |
| Day 2 | Oct 3 | Tbilisi → Mtskheta → Gori → Uplistsikhe | Visit UNESCO-listed Mtskheta, Georgia's ancient capital and cradle of Christianity. Drive to Gori, then explore Uplistsikhe — a hauntingly beautiful pagan rock-cut cave city above the Mtkvari River. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 150 km |
| Day 3 | Oct 4 | Gori → Borjomi → Akhaltsikhe → Vardzia | Descend into the mineral springs spa valley of Borjomi. Tour the fairy-tale Rabati Castle in Akhaltsikhe. Arrive at Vardzia — a 12th-century cave monastery city carved into a volcanic cliff face by Queen Tamar. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 180 km |
| Day 4 | Oct 5 | Vardzia → Mestia (Svaneti) | The most dramatic drive of the tour. Climb into the remote highlands of Svaneti — a region so isolated it retained its medieval identity intact. Arrive in Mestia, surrounded by Ushba glacier peaks and ancient koshki towers. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 270 km |
| Day 5 | Oct 6 | Mestia Rest Day | Hike toward the Ushba glacier for sweeping Caucasus panoramas. Explore the UNESCO-listed Svan defensive towers. Evening: a full traditional supra feast — polyphonic toasts, homebrade wine, and the unforgettable Georgian table. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | — km |
| Day 6 | Oct 7 | Mestia → Zugdidi → Batumi | Descend from the Caucasus highlands through lush Samegrelo lowlands to Zugdidi, then onward to the Black Sea coast. Batumi arrival — the jewel of Georgia's coastline. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 230 km |
| Day 7 | Oct 8 | Batumi | Explore the famous Batumi Botanical Garden, relax at Black Sea beaches, stroll the art-deco Batumi Boulevard, and take in the city's famous night skyline. Farewell dinner by the sea. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | — km |
| Day 8 | Oct 9 | Batumi | Departure. Airport transfers included. Take a piece of Georgia home with you. | Meals included — Breakfast | — km |
Vehicle Options
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Toyota 4Runner Automatic -
Jeep Renegade Automatic
Tour Inclusions
- Rental SUV for self-drive
- Limited liability damage insurance and third-party insurance for the rental SUV
- Fuel for the rental SUV for the entire drive
- 7 nights accommodation in beautiful properties (Shared rooms by default. Single room upgrade available)
- All meals (veg/non-veg)
- Bottled water on driving days
- MotoRover Indian tour manager
- Local English-speaking guide
- Lead and Support cars
- Mechanic for breakdown assistance
- Airport pickups and drops in Tbilisi
- Breakdown and medical assistance
- City tours in Tbilisi
- Entrance tickets to attractions as per itinerary
- Visa support
- Tour merchandise
- Tour information booklet
Optional Services
- Single Room Upgrade $405
- Extra Night in Tbilisi (Twin/Double) $215
- Extra Night in Tbilisi (Single) $205
- Extra Night in Batumi (Twin/Double) $204
- Extra Night in Batumi (Single) $182
Tour Exclusions
- Air tickets
- Georgia e-visa (not required for USA, Schengen, UK visa holders)
- SUV rental deposit: USD 500 per car (to be paid in cash)
- Personal travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Expenses for unpredictable events
- Anything not mentioned in 'inclusions' section
- 5% GST and 2% TCS (TCS fully refundable in your next IT return)
Tour Details
Food and Water
All meals (veg/non-veg)
Accommodation
4* Hotels & Boutique stays in great locations
Total Travel Distance
Approx. 1000Kms
Riding / Driving Time
4-6hrs every day with multiple breaks
Terrain
85% paved roads, 15% dirt roads with a mix of winding roads in the mountains, rural routes and highway sections.
Air Connectivity
IndiGo is one airline that offers direct flights from Delhi to Tbilisi. Other airlines like Air Arabia, Air Astana, and Kuwait Airways operate connecting flights with layovers in their respective hubs.
Weather Forecast
The average temperature in Tbilisi varies from low of 11°C and high up to 29°C. The temperature is generally warm.
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