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REGION
St Nino at Bode monastery, Signagi, Georgia
occupies a prominent position over Kutaisi.
Continue to the Gelati monastery complex,
built by the former king of Georgia, David IV
the Builder. This UNESCO World Heritage Site
features a number of 12th- and 13th-century
churches and houses numerous murals,
mosaics and manuscripts. Drive eastwards
to Tbilisi, stopping at Ubisa for a short visit.
Overnight at the Museum Hotel (or similar),
Tbilisi. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Gremi • Bodbe • Signagi
Travel east through the hills and winelands of
Kakheti to the town of Gremi, destroyed by
Shah Abbas’s army in the 16th century, save for
the well preserved Royal Tower and Church of
Archangels Michael and Gabriel. Next, drive to
Signagi via the monastery of St Nino at Bodbe,
a Georgian Orthodox monastic complex and
one of the major pilgrimage sites in Georgia,
with views of the Greater Caucasus Mountains.
Overnight at Kabadoni Hotel (or similar).
(B, L, D)
Day 10: Signagi • Tsinandali • Telavi • Ikalto •
Alaverdi • Tbilisi
After a walking tour of Signagi, visit Tsinandali,
the palace and vineyard of a Georgian noble
family. Nearby is Telavi, capital of the Kakheti
region and home to the best vineyards in
the country. Continue to the Ikalto Academy,
which – together with Gelati – is the pinnacle
of Georgia’s great medieval academies.
After lunch at a wine house or with a local
family, visit Alaverdi, a functioning Georgian
monastery dating from the sixth century,
including its towering 11th-century cathedral.
Return to Tbilisi for a farewell dinner and stay
overnight at the Museum Hotel (or similar).
(B, L, D)
Day 11: Fly to London via Istanbul
Transfer to Tbilisi airport. Fly to London, via
Istanbul, Turkey. (B)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast,
L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
TOUR EXTENSIONS
Tour + Istanbul
3 days & 2 nights from £245
Pause your journey to or from Tbilisi and
enjoy 2 nights to explore Istanbul, Turkey.
Our extension includes 2 nights at the 5-star
Hotel Levni (or similar) and any required
transfers.
Dates & guideline prices for 2024-25
Regional air connections
Please speak to your consultant for details
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Specialist-led tour: Curated and led by
specialists in their field, these itineraries
are especially suited to lovers of history, art
and culture. They often include private visits
unavailable to the wider public.
Accessibility: This tour involves some long
walks over uneven ground and therefore
requires a good level of fitness.
Private visits: Please note that the exclusive
and individual nature of private visits means
that they are subject to confirmation nearer
the time of departure. Also, churches,
private houses and other buildings often
have fluid opening times. If any visits have
to be re-arranged, please be assured that
we will seek alternatives of equal interest.
Tour code: AYG
20 May – 30 May 24 with Dr William Taylor from £3,795 single supp. from £695
24 Jun – 04 Jul 24 with Rowena Loverance from £3,695 single supp. from £695
14 Oct – 24 Oct 24 with Dr William Taylor from £3,595 single supp. from £695
26 May – 05 Jun 25 with Dr William Taylor from £3,895 single supp. from £795
23 Jun – 03 Jul 25 with Rowena Loverance from £3,795 single supp. from £795
13 Oct – 23 Oct 25 with Dr William Taylor from £3,795 single supp. from £795
The guideline tour prices are all per person in pound sterling, based on two people sharing a twin /
double room. For up-to-date prices for all departure dates, including special offers when applicable,
please visit CoxandKings.co.uk. All prices are subject to availability.
Guaranteed departures: for departure dates that have reached the minimum number of guests, and
are therefore guaranteed to run, please visit online and refer to the tour’s Dates & Prices grid.
For more information or to book, contact us on 020 3411 2135 or speak to your travel agent
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