Legends of the South: Borjomi Forests, Rabati Fortress & Vardzia Caves

About this tour

About This Tour

A breathtaking day trip from Tbilisi, exploring the lush forests of Borjomi, the medieval fortress of Rabati, and the ancient cave city of Vardzia—a perfect blend of nature, history, and culture.

Morning: Nature & Medieval Fortresses

🚩 Stop 1: Borjomi Central Park (8:00 AM – 9:30 AM)

• Start your day with a visit to Borjomi Central Park, famous for its mineral water springs.

• Walk through scenic forest trails and taste the legendary Borjomi mineral water straight from the source.

• Option to take a cable car up the mountain for panoramic views of the park.

🚩 Stop 2: Rabati Fortress, Akhaltsikhe (11:00 AM – 12:30 PM)

• Explore the Rabati Fortress, a 12th-century medieval stronghold with influences from Georgian, Ottoman, and Persian architecture.

• Walk through stone walls, towers, and mosques, and visit the museum inside the fortress.

• Enjoy stunning hilltop views over Akhaltsikhe.

Afternoon: Exploring Georgia’s Ancient Cave City

🚩 Stop 3: Vardzia Cave Monastery (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM)

• Discover Vardzia, a 12th-century cave monastery built by King Giorgi III and Queen Tamar.

• Explore the monastery complex, which once had over 6,000 rooms, including churches, tunnels, and wine cellars.

• Admire ancient frescoes of Queen Tamar, one of Georgia’s greatest historical figures.

• Enjoy breathtaking views over the Mtkvari River Gorge.

🔚 End of Tour – Return to Tbilisi (8:00 PM – 9:00 PM)