Georgia travel guide
Things to do in Georgia include qvevri wine tasting in Kakheti, a Georgian supra meal, a sulphur-bath visit in Tbilisi, a walk to Gergeti Trinity Church, skiing at Gudauri and trekking in Svaneti. Pick two or three activities for each area, and book wineries, drivers and mountain stays early.
Facts checked 3 Nov 2026
Georgia is strong on food, wine, music and mountain activity, so the list of things to do depends on your travel style. Couples often choose wine and spa time, families choose walking and easy day trips, and adventure travellers choose skiing, trekking and rafting. The sections below group activities by theme. Each one includes a note on timing or planning, because mountain roads and weather can change a day's plans quickly.
Georgian food is built around bread, cheese, walnuts and herbs. Khachapuri is a cheese bread, and khinkali are filled dumplings. Lobio is a bean dish, and mtsvadi is grilled meat. Walnut-based preparations appear across the menu. Vegetarian options are widely available, so travellers who avoid meat can eat well. A supra, the traditional feast with toasts and many dishes, is a meal worth planning for. Join a supra in Tbilisi or Kakheti, and ask your planner which evening suits your group.
Qvevri wine tasting is the main drink experience. Wine is made and aged in clay vessels in many Kakheti cellars. Book cellar visits in advance, and choose a driver if you plan to taste more than one wine. A local cooking class is another good way to learn the food.
Polyphonic singing is a distinctive part of Georgian culture, and performances are often held in Tbilisi and Kakheti. Check performance times before you plan an evening. An Old Tbilisi walking tour is the simplest way to see the city's courtyards, churches and history in one morning. In Mtskheta, the churches of Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral reward a slow visit, and Gelati Monastery in the west is a further option for a longer trip.
Many churches and monasteries have modest dress rules, so carry a light scarf and cover shoulders and knees when you visit. Allow time for quiet visits rather than rushing through a list of sites.
The Tbilisi sulphur baths are the most distinctive wellness experience in the city. The bath district is worth visiting after dark, when the courtyards and historic bathhouses are at their most atmospheric. Borjomi is a spa heritage town with mineral water and forest walks. For a resort stay, Lopota Lake Resort and Spa in Kakheti and Paragraph Resort and Spa in Shekvetili offer spa facilities. Ask your planner to book a spa treatment in advance, and allow a rest day after long road transfers.
The Caucasus supports many activities. Skiing at Gudauri is the most accessible option near the capital, and snow conditions vary with the season and altitude. Trekking in Svaneti suits experienced walkers with time to spare. Paragliding near Gudauri offers views of the valley from the air when weather allows. Rafting near Kutaisi or Borjomi suits active travellers in warmer months. Horse riding in the mountain regions is a gentler option, and a 4WD excursion can reach viewpoints that cars cannot.
Weather decides whether most of these activities run on a given day. Keep one flexible day in your plan, and ask your planner to confirm the operator and the safety arrangements before you book.
Georgia has canyons, forests, lakes and mountain valleys within manageable distances. Martvili Canyon suits walkers who want water and rock scenery. Vashlovani is a protected landscape for travellers who want quieter, drier country. Birdlife is strong in the protected areas, and the mountains are home to species such as chamois and golden eagles. Georgia is not primarily a safari destination, so do not expect easy wildlife viewing.
Batumi Beach, Gonio Beach, Kvariati Beach and Shekvetili Beach give the country a Black Sea option. The season is shorter than on Mediterranean coasts, and weather is less reliable. Plan indoor activities for wetter days, and check the season before you book a beach-focused trip. Batumi's promenade and botanical gardens remain useful even when the sea is too cool for swimming.
Book Kazbegi and Gudauri accommodation early for summer weekends and ski dates. Prearrange winery visits, because spontaneous tastings are less reliable outside the main towns. Confirm each activity's timing and what it includes. Our packages list the activities that are included, and any extras are arranged on request.
This guide is compiled from published tourism, weather and transport information and traveller reports about Georgia, and was last checked on 2 November 2026. Activity availability and opening times change, so confirm details before you book.
Start with the Georgia travel guide for an overview. For the route and sights behind these activities, read places to visit in Georgia, and check best time to visit Georgia for the right season. Review trip cost and how to reach Georgia. For a ready-made plan, see Georgia Highlights 6N, which includes a Kakheti winery visit, or browse Georgia tour packages.
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FAQs
Short answers to what travellers ask about Georgia.
Try khachapuri, a cheese bread, and khinkali, filled dumplings. Lobio, a bean dish, and mtsvadi, grilled meat, are also popular. Walnut-based dishes appear often, and vegetarian options are widely available across cities and villages.
A supra is a traditional feast with many dishes, toasts and a host who leads the table. It is usually shared, and it is a meal worth planning for. Ask your planner to arrange a supra in Tbilisi or Kakheti.
Yes, if wine interests you. Qvevri are clay vessels in which many Kakheti wines are made and aged. Book cellar visits in advance, and choose a driver if you plan to taste several wines in one day.
Walking the Old Town, sulphur-bath visits, Kakheti cellar visits and Batumi downtime suit families. Avoid long road days, keep the itinerary light, and confirm child seats and family rooms before you travel.
Yes. Gudauri is the most accessible ski base near the capital, and the season runs in winter. Snow depends on altitude and season, so check conditions before you travel. Ski passes and equipment hire are usually extra.
Svaneti suits experienced walkers with time and a flexible plan. Trails are remote, and weather can change quickly. Use a local guide, avoid isolated trails without advice, and check current road and trail conditions before you go.
Yes. Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta, and Gelati Monastery in the west, are major sites. Many churches expect modest dress, so cover your shoulders and knees and allow time for quiet visits.
Yes, on the Black Sea coast near Batumi, including Batumi Beach, Gonio, Kvariati and Shekvetili. The season is shorter than on Mediterranean coasts, and weather is less reliable, so keep indoor options in your plan.
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