Where should you go on holiday in Georgia?
The main destinations for a first trip.
Short answer
On a first trip to Georgia people usually visit Tbilisi with Mtskheta, the wine region of Kakheti with Sighnaghi and Telavi, mountainous Kazbegi and the sea at Batumi. With more time, add Kutaisi with Gelati Monastery and the canyons of Imereti, Svaneti with Mestia and Ushguli, Borjomi and the cave city of Vardzia.
Why
- Tbilisi, Mtskheta and Kakheti are close together and easy to combine in 4-5 days.
- Kazbegi and Gergeti are about three hours from Tbilisi along the Georgian Military Road.
- Gelati, Mtskheta and Upper Svaneti are on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Details
In a week you can see Tbilisi, Mtskheta, Kakheti and Kazbegi. Two weeks lets you add the sea, Kutaisi and the mountains of Svaneti.
Tip
Combine a city, mountains and the sea or wine country in one trip; in Georgia they're all close.
What may differ
The best destination depends on the season: mountains and sea in summer, Kakheti in autumn, ski resorts in winter.
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Sources
Information checked on October 3, 2026.
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