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A full-day private excursion from Tbilisi that pairs Borjomi’s famed mineral springs with Bakuriani’s alpine playground — hiking and cable cars in summer, skiing and sledding in winter. Read on for what to expect, seasonal tips, and how to prepare.
A full-day private excursion from Tbilisi that pairs Borjomi’s famed mineral springs with Bakuriani’s alpine playground — hiking and cable cars in summer, skiing and sledding in winter. Read on for what to expect, seasonal tips, and how to prepare.
You step out of the van into a cool, pine-scented hollow where Borjomi Gorge opens like a folded map. Steam lifts from iron-rich fountains and the central spring dares you to taste water people have traveled for since the 19th century. Later, the road climbs to Bakuriani and the landscape shifts: spruce thins to open meadows, cable cars slice the air and ridgelines push the sky.
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Operated by Vitis Travel · Borjomi, Samtskhe-Javakheti
You step out of the van into a cool, pine-scented hollow where Borjomi Gorge opens like a folded map. Steam lifts from iron-rich fountains and the central spring dares you to taste water people have traveled for since the 19th century. Later, the road climbs to Bakuriani and the landscape shifts: spruce thins to open meadows, cable cars slice the air and ridgelines push the sky.
Borjomi grew as a spa town under the Russian Empire after mineral springs were bottled and shipped across Eurasia; the springs trace deep faults in the Lesser Caucasus where groundwater meets heated, mineralized rock. Bakuriani started as a mountain health and winter-sports center in the Soviet era and today mixes accessible ski infrastructure with summer alpine trails carved into volcanic- and limestone-influenced slopes.
Expect straightforward walks in Borjomi Central Park, a chance to sip the famous carbonated mineral water, and free time in Bakuriani for a cable-car ride, short hikes to panoramic ridges, or winter runs on groomed pistes. Terrain alternates paved park paths, gravel service roads, and compact alpine footpaths; elevation swings are moderate but the day can feel long — the itinerary runs about ten hours.
Practical tips: travel with layered clothing, sturdy footwear, water and small cash for local snacks. Aim for early departures to avoid afternoon clouds in summer and to get prime snow conditions in winter. Guides handle logistics and drop-off, so you can focus on the view, the springs, and the quiet of high meadows.
Yes — small vendors, some cable-car operators or mountain cafes often prefer cash; ATMs exist in Borjomi but are limited in smaller villages.
The tour is listed as physically easy to moderate; short walks and transport are provided, but plan for a long day and bring necessary mobility aids if needed.
Yes — Borjomi Central Park and public fountains provide access to naturally carbonated mineral water; bottles are also widely sold locally.
Winter (December–March) is best for reliable snow and groomed slopes in Bakuriani; late spring through early fall offers the best conditions for cable cars, meadow hikes and scenic walking in Borjomi.
Vitis Travel operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step out of the van into a cool, pine-scented hollow where Borjomi Gorge opens like a folded map. Steam lifts from iron-rich fountains and the central spring dares you to taste water people have traveled for since the 19th century. Later, the road climbs to Bakuriani and the landscape shifts: spruce thins to open meadows, cable cars slice the air and ridgelines push the sky.
You step out of the van into a cool, pine-scented hollow where Borjomi Gorge opens like a folded map. Steam lifts from iron-rich fountains and the central spring dares you to taste water people have traveled for since the 19th century. Later, the road climbs to Bakuriani and the landscape shifts: spruce thins to open meadows, cable cars slice the air and ridgelines push the sky.
Borjomi grew as a spa town under the Russian Empire after mineral springs were bottled and shipped across Eurasia; the springs trace deep faults in the Lesser Caucasus where groundwater meets heated, mineralized rock. Bakuriani started as a mountain health and winter-sports center in the Soviet era and today mixes accessible ski infrastructure with summer alpine trails carved into volcanic- and limestone-influenced slopes.
Expect straightforward walks in Borjomi Central Park, a chance to sip the famous carbonated mineral water, and free time in Bakuriani for a cable-car ride, short hikes to panoramic ridges, or winter runs on groomed pistes. Terrain alternates paved park paths, gravel service roads, and compact alpine footpaths; elevation swings are moderate but the day can feel long — the itinerary runs about ten hours.
Practical tips: travel with layered clothing, sturdy footwear, water and small cash for local snacks. Aim for early departures to avoid afternoon clouds in summer and to get prime snow conditions in winter. Guides handle logistics and drop-off, so you can focus on the view, the springs, and the quiet of high meadows.