Day 1: UNESCO Heritage Sites
Morning: Visit Bagrati Cathedral with sunrise views and audio guide. Late morning: Travel to Gelati Monastery (15 minutes). Lunch at local café with traditional khachapuri. Afternoon: Explore Gelati's churches and mosaics. Evening: Sunset stroll along Sakartvelo Avenue with dinner at traditional Georgian restaurant.
Day 2: Nature & Adventure
Early morning: Organized tour to Sataplia Nature Reserve including cave exploration and walkway. Lunch at reserve café. Afternoon: Visit Motsameta Monastery on return route. Late afternoon: Relax at Kutaisi Botanical Garden. Evening: Wine tasting at local winery or kvevri wine bar.
Day 3: Wine Region Immersion
Full-day wine country tour visiting family vineyards in Imereti region. Taste multiple wines at different cellars. Enjoy traditional lunch with local family. Learn about ancient qvevri fermentation methods. Return for sunset dinner featuring local products.
Day 4: Adventure & Geology
Day trip to Prometheus Cave 20km away. Explore illuminated cave system with boat rides on underground lakes. Lunch in nearby village. Visit Sataplia if not previously explored. Return for evening at thermal springs (if available) or rest.
Day 5: Local Culture & Markets
Morning: Explore Old Town neighborhoods and David Agmashenebeli Street. Visit Central Market for authentic local experience. Early lunch with local dish specialties. Afternoon: Walk through residential neighborhoods observing Georgian daily life. Final evening: Farewell dinner featuring regional cuisine, wine, and local hospitality traditions.