Sulphur Baths
Relax in a private room at one of the domed bathhouses of Abanotubani, fed by Tbilisi's natural hot sulphur springs.
Georgia lies at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, between the Black Sea and the snow-capped peaks of the Greater Caucasus. Its capital, Tbilisi, is a charming city of sulphur baths, carved wooden balconies and hilltop fortresses, while the mountains of Kazbegi and Svaneti, the vineyards of Kakheti and the Black Sea resort of Batumi bring remarkable variety to a compact country.
With a winemaking tradition of around 8,000 years, ancient churches such as Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta, legendary hospitality and hearty food, Georgia is one of the most rewarding new destinations for Indian travellers. Non-stop flights from India and an online e-Visa make it easy to plan a short break or a longer tour.
See glacier-capped peaks, alpine valleys and medieval tower villages in Kazbegi, Gudauri and Svaneti, some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in the region.
Visit hilltop churches and cathedrals more than a thousand years old, including the UNESCO-listed monuments of Mtskheta and Gelati Monastery near Kutaisi.
Georgians have made wine for around 8,000 years. Taste amber and red wines fermented in clay qvevri jars at family wineries in Kakheti.
Wander the Old Town's cobbled lanes, relax in the sulphur baths and ride the cable car up to Narikala Fortress for sweeping city views.
Enjoy the famous Georgian welcome and generous feasts, with cheesy khachapuri, khinkali dumplings and many vegetarian dishes made with walnuts and herbs.
Georgia's capital spreads along the Mtkvari River beneath the walls of Narikala Fortress. Explore the Old Town's carved balconies and domed sulphur baths, cross the glass Bridge of Peace, ride the cable car for sweeping views and spend the evening in lively wine bars and cafés.
*Mtskheta, Georgia's ancient capital, is only about 20 km from Tbilisi and makes an easy half-day trip.
About three hours north of Tbilisi along the scenic Georgian Military Road, the mountain town of Stepantsminda, still widely known as Kazbegi, sits beneath glacier-capped Mount Kazbek. Hike or drive up to the 14th-century Gergeti Trinity Church at 2,170 metres, or explore the alpine valleys of Juta and Truso.
*The road over the Jvari Pass can close for short periods after heavy snow, so keep a flexible day in winter itineraries.
Georgia's Black Sea resort city pairs pebble beaches with a long seaside boulevard, the moving Ali and Nino sculpture, the Alphabet Tower and the elegant Piazza square. Just north of the city, the Batumi Botanical Garden climbs a green headland above the sea.
Relax in a private room at one of the domed bathhouses of Abanotubani, fed by Tbilisi's natural hot sulphur springs.
Glide from Rike Park across the Mtkvari River up to Narikala Fortress for panoramic views of the Old Town.
Taste qvevri wines at family wineries in the Alazani Valley, then stroll the old town walls of hilltop Sighnaghi.
Fly tandem over the slopes of Gudauri, Georgia's best-known ski resort on the road to Kazbegi, with skiing from about December to April.
Explore an ancient town carved into the rock above the Mtkvari River near Gori, with cave halls, lanes and a medieval basilica.
Walk through vast illuminated halls of stalactites and stalagmites in this spectacular cave near Kutaisi.
See waterfalls and turquoise pools in a lush limestone gorge in western Georgia, with short boat rides in season.
*Georgia packs mountains, wine country, ancient monasteries and a Black Sea coast into one compact country — ideal for couples, families and groups alike.
Georgian culture comes alive at the supra, a traditional feast led by a tamada, or toastmaster, with heartfelt toasts, wine and song. Watch energetic folk dances, listen to Georgian polyphonic singing and see wine made in clay qvevri jars, two traditions recognised by UNESCO, and join the grape harvest, known as rtveli, in autumn.
Georgia can be visited all year. Late spring (May to June) and autumn (September to October) bring pleasant weather for sightseeing, hiking and the grape harvest in Kakheti. Summer (July to August) is hot in Tbilisi but ideal for the mountains and the Black Sea beaches of Batumi, while winter (December to March) brings snow to the Caucasus and skiing at Gudauri.
Tbilisi has hot summers, often above 30°C in July and August, and cool winters with occasional snow. The mountains of Kazbegi and Svaneti are much cooler, with heavy snow in winter, while Batumi has a mild, humid subtropical climate with frequent rain.
Peak Season: May to June and September to October, for comfortable sightseeing weather, spring flowers and the wine harvest.
Off-Peak Season: November and January to March, when cold weather brings quieter cities and better hotel offers, except at ski resorts such as Gudauri.
Georgian food is hearty, fresh and full of herbs, walnuts and spices. Try cheese-filled khachapuri, juicy khinkali dumplings, grilled mtsvadi and churchkhela, a sweet of walnuts dipped in grape juice. Vegetarian travellers are well looked after with lobio bean stew, pkhali vegetable pâtés, aubergine rolls with walnut paste and cheese breads, and Tbilisi also has Indian restaurants.
Georgia's main gateway is Tbilisi International Airport, less than 20 km from the city centre. Kutaisi and Batumi airports also handle international flights, and roads and trains link the capital with the mountains, the wine country and the Black Sea coast.
Non-stop flights link Delhi and Mumbai with Tbilisi in around 5 to 6 hours. From other Indian cities, one-stop connections run via hubs such as Dubai, Sharjah, Doha and Istanbul.
Indian passport holders can apply for a Georgian e-Visa online, and travellers with a valid US, UK or Schengen visa or residence permit may enter without one. Visitors must also hold valid travel health insurance. Rules change, so check current requirements; we assist with visas.
Taxis, ride-hailing apps and the metro make Tbilisi easy to get around. Fast trains link Tbilisi with Batumi in around five hours, and a private car with driver is the best way to reach Kazbegi, Kakheti and other sights.
May to June and September to October are ideal for sightseeing and the wine harvest. July and August suit the mountains and Batumi's beaches, and December to March is the season for snow and skiing at Gudauri.
Yes. Indian passport holders can apply for a Georgian e-Visa online before travel, while those holding a valid US, UK or Schengen visa or residence permit may be able to enter visa-free. Visitors must also carry valid travel health insurance. Rules can change, so check current requirements; we assist with visa documentation.
Yes. Non-stop flights connect Delhi and Mumbai with Tbilisi in around 5 to 6 hours. From other Indian cities, one-stop connections are available via Gulf hubs and Istanbul.
Five to six days cover Tbilisi, Mtskheta, Kazbegi and a day in Kakheti's wine country. Allow 8 days or more to add Kutaisi, Batumi or Svaneti.
Georgia is famous for its Caucasus mountain scenery, ancient monasteries, its 8,000-year winemaking tradition, khachapuri and khinkali, warm hospitality and the charming Old Town of Tbilisi.
Yes. Georgian cuisine has many vegetarian dishes, including lobio bean stew, pkhali, aubergine rolls with walnut paste, mushroom dishes and cheese-filled khachapuri, and Tbilisi has several Indian restaurants.
The currency is the Georgian lari (GEL). Cards are widely accepted in Tbilisi and Batumi, but carry some cash for villages, markets and mountain areas.
Georgia is 1 hour 30 minutes behind Indian Standard Time.
: Subscribe to our newsletter and be the first to know about exclusive offers, new destinations, and travel tips.
