• Sapara Monastery - Visitors will explore the Sapara Monastery, dating back to the 9th century, adorned with exquisite carvings and frescoes, nestled in a lush, forested canyon.
• Zarzma Monastery - Visitors will explore the Zarzma Monastery of Transfiguration, established in the 8th century, featuring a distinctive domed church and a belfry, one of the largest in Georgia. The monastery includes an underground burial vault beneath the church, housing the remains of monks.
• Chulevi Monastery - Visitors will explore the Chulevi Monastery of St. George, which hosted a monastic community as early as the 11th century, though the current structure was built in the 14th century. Visitors can enjoy a small waterfall near the monastery, accessible by a 5-minute hike.
• Abastumani Astrophysical Observatory - Visitors will explore the Georgian National Astrophysical Observatory, founded in 1932 by Academician Evgeni Kharadze on Mount Kanobili, near the Abastumani resort, at an altitude of 1650 to 1700 meters above sea level. Its distance from air pollution and artificial sky illumination, combined with excellent natural conditions (a hilly landscape covered with coniferous forest), makes this location ideal for observatories at similar altitudes. The weather is stable, without harsh or sudden changes. The observatory conducts extensive research across various fields of astronomy and astrophysics, as well as studies of the upper layers of Earth’s atmosphere.
• Abastumani - Visitors will explore Abastumani, a climatic resort situated on the southern slopes of the Meskheti Range (Lesser Caucasus). Abastumani enjoys a moderately dry mountainous climate, with relative humidity reaching 50% only in summer. The average annual temperature ranges from 6.4 to 6.5 °C (44 to 44 °F) in January and 17.2 °C (63 °F) in July. Abastumani’s three hyperthermic springs (39–48.5 °C) are low in mineral content, rich in sulfate-sodium chloride waters, and have been used for treating tuberculosis for many years.

• Private English speaking guide
• WiFi on board
• Private transportation with A/C
• All entrance tickets
• Bottled water

A private full-day excursion to Abastumani offers a visit to the Sapara Monastery, dating back to the 9th century, renowned for its exquisite carvings and frescoes. The tour also includes the Zarzma Monastery, constructed in the 8th century, featuring an underground burial vault, and the Chulevi Monastery, where visitors can explore a 14th-century church and a nearby waterfall. Additionally, the itinerary covers Queen Tamar’s Bridge from the 12th century, the Abastumani Astrophysical Observatory, the first alpine observatory established in 1932 in the former Soviet Union, and the climatic resort of Abastumani. This resort is situated on the southern slopes of the Caucasus Mountains and is known for its natural springs rich in sulfate-sodium chloride, historically used for treating tuberculosis. The tour offers two options: the “Tour with Lunch & Soviet Bath” option, which includes sampling the finest local traditional cuisine and enjoying sulfur baths. This private tour is ideal for those who appreciate exploring medieval churches, spa resorts, and stunning natural landscapes. The total driving distance is 555 km (345 miles).

• Ladies need to wear headscarves and dresses in Georgian orthodox churches. Short trousers for men are also forbidden. Scarves and dresses can also be found near some church entrances.
• Standard Tour does not include lunch, but you will stop in a restaurant for lunch.
• Please let us know if you or anyone in your group have any dietary restrictions. We will use the information to offer a lunch to you if you booked Tour with Lunch & Sulfur Bath option.
• Please bring swimming costume and towel if you choose Tour with Lunch & Sulfur Bath option.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.