Georgian Chronicles
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Journey through the land where legends come alive. Discover insider stories about Georgia's ancient traditions, hidden gems, and transformative experiences.
Featured StoryKutaisi Day Trip: Prometheus Cave, Martvili and Okatse Canyons
From Kutaisi you can see Prometheus Cave, Martvili Canyon and Okatse Canyon in one 8.5-hour day. Distances, what each site is like, when the boats and walkway close, and where Gelati and Sataplia fit.
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History6 min readUplistsikhe or Vardzia: Which Cave Town to See?
Uplistsikhe is a pre-Christian rock-cut town 1.25–1.5 hours from Tbilisi; Vardzia is Queen Tamar's 12th-century cave monastery, 4–5 hours away and partly closed since the 27 May 2026 rockfall. How they differ, how long each takes, and who each suits.
History6 min readMtskheta: Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Guide
Mtskheta is about 20 km from Tbilisi and easy in half a day: Jvari Monastery above the meeting of the Aragvi and Mtkvari, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Samtavro. What each is, the dress code, how long to allow, and what to combine it with.
Travel Tips6 min readHow Much Does a Trip to Georgia Cost? (7–10 Days for Two)
Georgia is still good value: a comfortable week for two costs roughly 3,500–5,600 GEL by one 2026 estimate. Sourced 2026 ranges for hotels, food, marshrutkas, trains, taxis and drivers, entry fees, mandatory insurance and tips.
Wine Tours6 min readSighnaghi and Bodbe: A Guide to Georgia's Wall Town
Sighnaghi is a small walled hill town in Kakheti, 1.5–2 hours from Tbilisi, with views over the Alazani Valley; Bodbe convent, where St Nino is buried, is 2 km away. What to see, wine cellars, and whether to stay the night.
History6 min readDavid Gareja Monastery: How to Visit in 2026
In 2026 the Lavra monastery at David Gareja is open and free, but the Udabno caves and ridge walk on the Azerbaijani border are closed or unpredictable. How to get there, when to go, the dress code, heat and snakes, and combining it with Sighnaghi.
Food & Culture6 min readWhat to Eat in Georgia: 15 Dishes to Try
Khinkali, three kinds of khachapuri, walnut-stuffed aubergine, pkhali, chakapuli, garlicky shkmeruli and churchkhela: 15 Georgian dishes to try, how to eat them, where they come from, and what vegetarians and Lent fasters can order.
Mountains7 min readTruso or Juta: Which Kazbegi Valley Hike?
Truso is a long, nearly flat valley walk past travertines, a mineral lake and empty villages, with a passport check. Juta is a shorter, steeper walk under the Chaukhi peaks. Distances, seasons, access in 2026 and who each suits.
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Georgia with Kids: Day Trips and Tips That Work
Georgia works well with children if you keep drives short, base yourself in Tbilisi and pick sights with space to explore: the Narikala cable car, Uplistsikhe's caves, Kazbegi by car, Borjomi's park and Batumi. What works, what to skip, and car-seat tips.
Day Trips6 min readGeorgian Military Highway: Stops from Tbilisi to Kazbegi
The Georgian Military Highway runs 152 km from Tbilisi to Stepantsminda (Kazbegi), 3–3.5 hours without stops. In order: Jvari, the Zhinvali reservoir, Ananuri, Pasanauri, Gudauri and the Friendship Monument, the Jvari Pass, the travertines and Gergeti.
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