2 days trip to Kutaisi – Martvili canyon – Prometheus cave

2 days trip to Kutaisi from Tbilisi includes not only Martvili canyon and Prometheus cave, but also visiting important historical sights near Kutaisi town – The heir of the Old Kingdom of Colchis and the historical capital of the Kingdom of Georgia. Gelati Monastery and Bagrati Temple are clear examples of the strength and importance of the Kingdom of Georgia at that time.

You will visit Okatse Canyon and Sataplia cave. The distance from Tbilisi to Kutaisi is 230 km, so it’s possible to visit some of these places in one day, but if you want to see all the natural or cultural sights, it is better to take a 2-day tour from Tbilisi. In addition to historical sights, you will visit 2 canyons and 2 caves.

Prices for adults:

Early booking discount – 10%

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2 days trip to Kutaisi from Tbilisi Itinerary

Day 1:

• Martvili Canyon – The canyon is located in the valley of the river Abasha and it is one of the most popular protected areas. The length of the canyon is 2400 m and the width is 5-10 m. In the middle of the canyon is a few waterfalls 10-12 meters high. It is possible to take a boat ride on the river.
  
• Canyon Okatse – The canyon is located in the valley of the river Okatse. The length of the river is 14 kilometers, and the width of the canyon is sometimes 3-6 meters, in some places 15-20 meters, and the depth varies from 20 to 100 meters. For lovers of extreme tours, there is an end trail in Okatse Canyon.
• Bagrati cathedral – Built in 1003, during the reign of Bagrat III (975-1014), in Kutaisi, on Ukimerioni Hill. The monument is a temple of symbolic significance in Georgian medieval church architecture, both in its architectural design and in its historical and symbolic significance.
• Overnight in Kutaisi

Day 2:

• Sataplia cave – Sataplia State Reserve – is located in the municipality of Tskaltubo on Mount Sataplia. 95% of the territory is covered with a relict forest of the Colchis type. The territory of the reserve is rich in karst caves. Up to 200 traces of carnivorous and herbivorous dinosaurs have been found here.
• Prometheus cave – Spectacular karst cave. The total length of the Prometheus cave is 2900 m, the average height is 7 m, and the average width is 10 m. There are 22 halls of different sizes in the cave. The excursion part for visitors consists of 6 halls. The hiking trail is 1420 m long and ends in a 380 m long lake. You can go boating.
• Gelati monastery – Gelati Monastery is a Georgian architectural ensemble, the most important center of medieval Georgian culture. Founded in 1106 under the leadership of David the Builder. Limited by a fence. The ensemble includes buildings from different eras (mainly the XII-XIII centuries). It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a cultural monument of national importance in Georgia.
• Return from Kutaisi to Tbilisi