FROM TBILISI: Journey through Samtskhe–Javakheti — Storks, Paravani Lake & Ethnic Villages

What we'll see:

Incredible “Scandinavian” landscapes of the Javakheti highlands

The largest lake in Georgia — Paravani

Traditional architecture of Russian Doukhobors

Lots of storks

Greek, Armenian, and Georgian churches

A 200-meter canyon

The most unexpected monastic shop in all of Georgia

We’ll learn about:

How this amazing ethnic diversity emerged

Why Greeks moved to Georgia

What jam is made from in a region where fruits don't ripen

Life at over 2100 meters above sea level

What role Leo Tolstoy played in the region's history

What Doukhobors believe in

What locals cook and eat in Javakheti

INCLUDED:

Comfortable transportation

Water

All excursions along the route

Guiding & warm vibes from the organizers :)

NOT INCLUDED:

Lunch & dinner

SCHEDULE:

08:00 – Departure from Tbilisi
08:45 – Visit to Elisabethtal (history of German settlers in Georgia)
09:15 – Drive toward Tsalka
10:30 – Greek village & St. Nicholas Church
11:00 – View of Dashbashi Canyon
11:30–12:30 – Lunch at a Greek restaurant
13:00 – Berta Monastery, sacred fish pond, optional holy spring dip
14:00 – Paravani Lake, volcanic glass, Poka Monastery
16:00 – Visit to Doukhobor villages and cemetery
17:30 – Dinner at an Armenian family restaurant
18:30 – Drive back to Tbilisi
21:30 – Arrival in Tbilisi

Schedule may vary by ±30 minutes