From Tbilisi: David Gareja Monastery and Sighnaghi Tour
ID: GYG177993-270957
Category:
Country: Georgia
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Explore David Gareja cave city, and enjoy a tour of the caves and monasteries. Explore Sighnaghi, a small town surrounded by an 18th-century defensive wall.
In the morning, the guide and driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Tbilisi (if you choose the private option), or alternatively meet the tour group at Europe Square. Then, head to the David Gareja complex via Sagarejo village.
Turning from the Eastern main road, drive on a dirt road to the semi-desert. The complex was established in the 6th century AD by one of the 13 Assyrian monks and expanded through the centuries. Here, have a tour of the caves and monasteries.
On your way to Signagi, you’ll visit the Bodbe monastery. The monastery is one of the major pilgrimage sites in Georgia, due to its association with St. Nino, the 4th-century female evangelist in Georgia.
In Sighnaghi, a small town surrounded by 18th-century defensive walls and remnants of fortifications, take a relaxing walk in the town, explore the defensive wall and fortifications, and enjoy the views of Alazani Valley. In the evening, drive back to your place of stay or Europe Square in Tbilisi.
Highlights
- Start the tour at your convenience
- Visit Sighnaghi, the city of love
- Enjoy spectacular mountain views
- Soak up the old-world atmosphere
- Explore cave monasteries on foot
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Since part of the complex is located in Azerbaijan, it is not guaranteed that the border guards will allow you to the caves with frescoes
• In the winter season, due to limited daylight hours, the tour will not visit the Sighnagi city
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Your accommodation in Tbilisi.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
