Georgia: Tbilisi & Batumi
Embark on an enchanting 7-day journey through Georgia, exploring its diverse cities, rich history, and stunning water features. Wander through the cobbled streets of Tbilisi's Old Town, where you'll discover the historic Abanotubani district known for its sulphur baths and colourful architecture. Experience a traditional sulphur bath for relaxation and rejuvenation. Ascend to the ancient Narikala Fortress, perched on a hilltop overlooking Tbilisi.
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Embark on an enchanting 7-day journey through Georgia, exploring its diverse cities, rich history, and stunning water features. Wander through the cobbled streets of Tbilisi's Old Town, where you'll discover the historic Abanotubani district known for its sulphur baths and colourful architecture. Experience a traditional sulphur bath for relaxation and rejuvenation. Ascend to the ancient Narikala Fortress, perched on a hilltop overlooking Tbilisi. Enjoy panoramic views of the city and the Kura River winding through the valley below. A short flight will take you to your next stop, Batumi. Stroll along Batumi Boulevard, a picturesque waterfront promenade lined with palm trees and dotted with sculptures and fountains. Enjoy the refreshing sea breeze and vibrant atmosphere. Visit the Alphabet Tower, an iconic landmark symbolizing the uniqueness of the Georgian script. Take an elevator to the top for stunning views of Batumi and the Black Sea coast. Experience a tapestry of wonders on this trip. Waterviews strives to offer accommodation options within walking distance of water and/or in an area of touristic interest. Our prices include taxes (but excludes local tourist taxes). Customize your trip to your personal preferences with optional activities (hit the “Add Activities’’) or change hotels, etc. Contact us for customization at no extra cost at: Service@waterviewstravel.com
Destinations
- Tbilisi
- Batumi
Itinerary
Tbilisi
Tbilisi (Georgian: ), archaic spelling Tiflis, is the capital city of the country of Georgia, lying on the banks of the Mtkvari River. The city covers an area of 726 km² (280.3 square miles) and has a population of approximately 1,345,000.
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Tbilisi (Georgian: ), archaic spelling Tiflis, is the capital city of the country of Georgia, lying on the banks of the Mtkvari River. The city covers an area of 726 km² (280.3 square miles) and has a population of approximately 1,345,000.
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Tbilisi lies in the centre of eastern Georgia, in the foothills of the Trialeti mountain range. According to Georgian legends, it was founded in the 5th century by King Vakhtang Gorgasali who, while hunting, shot a pheasant which fell into a warm spring and was either boiled or healed. Either way, the king was inspired to found a city on the site, and the name of the city derives from the Georgian word tbili meaning "warm". Although the city has been destroyed and rebuilt 29 times, the layout of the Old Town is largely intact with narrow alleys and big crooked houses built around courtyards.
Climate
Tbilisi experiences relatively cold winters and hot summers. Because the city is bounded on most sides by mountain ranges, the close proximity to large bodies of water (Black and Caspian Seas) and the fact that the Greater Caucasus Mountain Range (further to the north) blocks the intrusion of cold air masses from Russia, Tbilisi has a relatively mild micro-climate compared to other cities that possess a similar continental climate along the same latitudes. The average annual temperature in Tbilisi is 12.7 °C (54.9 °F). January is the coldest month with an average temperature of 0.9 °C (33.6 °F). July is the hottest month with an average temperature of 24.4 °C (75.9 °F). The absolute minimum recorded temperature is −24 °C (−11 °F) and the absolute maximum is 40 °C (104 °F). Average annual precipitation is 568 mm (22.4 in). May and June are the wettest months (averaging 84 mm (3.3 in) of precipitation each) while January is the driest (averaging 20 mm (0.8 in) of precipitation). Snow falls on average 15–25 days per year. The surrounding mountains often trap the clouds within and around the city, mainly during the Spring and Autumn months, resulting in prolonged rainy and/or cloudy weather. Northwesterly winds dominate in most parts of Tbilisi throughout the year. Southeasterly winds are common as well.
Tourism
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Batumi
Batumi is the capital city of the Autonomous Republic of Ajara in the country of Georgia.
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Batumi is the capital city of the Autonomous Republic of Ajara in the country of Georgia.
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Batumi's coastal location and sub-tropical climate make it a popular holiday destination. It's the party capital of the region with a night life to match which increasingly includes big name international DJs on the beach-front clubs. Expect to party on the beaches with Russians, Armenians, Azerbaijanis, Iranians, Turks, Dutch, and, of course, Georgians.
Also, Batumi has an interesting architecture, mixing modern attempts with old architecture.
Climate
Batumi and its vicinity is one of the important tourism and resort zones on the Georgian Black Sea littoral. The climate is humid subtropical. The low annual range of temperature, with a mild winter and warm summer is a characteristic of the city and of the Georgian coast as well. The average annual temperature is 14.5°C. The average temperature in January, the coldest month, is 7.1°C and in August, the warmest month, 23.2°C. The annual precipitation is 2,560 mm. Showers are frequent. It rarely snows but when it does, the snow melts easily. The average annual temperature of the sea is 16.7°C at the shore.
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