Budget travel from Iberia to Colchis

Prometheus Cave. Epic legends and myths of Georgia. Ancient historical monuments. Traditional Georgian architecture of Iberia and Colchis framed by the great nature of the Caucasus. In one day you will get acquainted with the main symbols and history of the Imereti region, appreciate the beauty and hospitality of the region, and learn about the mentality of the Georgian people. At the iconic Gelati Academy and Motsameta Monastery we will talk about the Golden Age of Georgia. I will introduce you to the sights of Kutaisi and Tskhaltubo, and take you to the legendary Prometheus Cave.

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You will see:
•    From Iberia, on the way to Colchis, landscapes of ancient Mtskheta and the majestic Jvari will flash outside the window.
•    On the road we will be able to enjoy the views and mountain landscapes of the serpentine Rikota pass and tunnel.
•    I will tell the story of the legendary Suram fortress, glorified by historians, poets and filmmakers.
•    Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site — Gelati — spiritual center of Colchis.
•    You will learn the beliefs of the quiet and cozy Motsameta monastery, rising on the cliff of a beautiful canyon.
•    Kutaisi. The famous White Bridge. Auto-excursion with photo stops to iconic places of the wonderful city.
•    Main attraction — ancient Bagrat Cathedral (Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary), built in 970.
•    And let's go to the only city — Tskhaltubo resort, where you will learn everything about healing mineral water.
•    Kumistavi — 1700-meter walking route through grottoes with stalactites, stalagmites, underground rivers.
•    In the Cave of Prometheus, we will remember the legend about the mythical hero chained in chains, who angered the Olympians.
You will find out:
•    About the history of Caucasian Iberia and the Colchis kingdom — the first states on the territory of present-day Georgia.
•    The legend of the Suram fortress, telling about pride, devotion and sacrifice in the name of the Motherland.
•    About the Gelati complex with the Monastery and Academy — a powerful educational center on a global scale.
•    Motsameta. Monastery with the main relics — miraculous relics of Saints David and Constantine.
•    About the residence of King David the Builder and the Bagrati Temple, restored from ruins under the auspices of UNESCO.
•    About the capital of the region Imereti — city of Kutaisi. Citizens and sights of this region.
•    About the resort town of Tskaltubo, consisting of only sanatoriums built in the Stalinist Empire style.
•    The underground world of Colchis will open in Kumistavi during the descent into the deep “caves of Prometheus” (Amirani).

Please note:
•    The excursion can start from Batumi and Kutaisi and end in Tbilisi.
•    It is possible to combine an excursion and transfer to Batumi.
•    It is possible to combine an excursion and transfer to Kutaisi airport.
•    At the request of guests, you can add a visit to the Tetra cave to this tour.
•    All of the above items are discussed with the guide when ordering an excursion.
Included in the price:
•    Comfortable car.
•    Drinking water.
•    Excursion support.
•    And, of course, an interesting narrative both during the journey and at the places along the route.
•    Guide, driver.
Not included in the price:
•    Your food while traveling. (if you want)
•    Purchase of all kinds of souvenirs and handicrafts.
•    Tickets to the caves, since the ascent from them varies in cost (by steam locomotive, bus, boat).