Georgia: Food & Culture Tour

Culinary Delights

Slow-cooked dishes, generous tables and seasonal produce come together in meals shaped by tradition, place and shared moments.

A wine culture thousands of years old, kept alive through family cellars, buried clay vessels and stories passed from one generation to the next.

Open Landscapes

Quiet villages, winding roads and vast mountain backdrops reveal a slower rhythm of life beyond the cities.

Ancient Heritage

Sacred sites, ancient stone and enduring rituals offer a window into a culture where history and faith remain deeply woven into everyday life.

The Living Vine

Travel through Georgia’s landscapes, kitchens and communities on a small-group adventure designed exclusively for women aged 50+.

This journey through Georgia blends food, culture, landscape and conversation. From the balconies and sulphur baths of Tbilisi to the vineyards of Kakheti and the dramatic peaks around Stepantsminda, each day is shaped around local encounters, many hosted by women who are preserving Georgia’s culinary and cultural traditions.

Led by local women, shaped by shared meals, creativity and conversation.

Who is this trip for?

This journey is designed for women aged 50+ who want to explore the world with curiosity, confidence and connection. It is created for women who enjoy travelling with like-minded people, whether arriving solo, with a friend, or forming friendships along the way

This trip is ideal if you enjoy:

'Cultural depth over tick box sightseeing'

'Good food and shared meals'

'Learning directly from local women'

'Walking, exploring and creating'

'A sense of curiosity and openness'

'Comfortable hotels and unrushed pacing'

'Travelling solo but with the security of a like-minded group'

Overview

Detailed Itinerary

Please note that the final itinerary is subject to change. Specific details such as flights and hotels will be confirmed at a later date. The itinerary may also change due to health and safety reasons during the trip.

Day 1 - Arrival Day - Tbilisi

Day 2 - Tbilisi – Old Town Walking Tour, Cable Car & Khachapuri Tasting

Day 3 - Tbilisi – Market Visit & Georgian Cooking Workshop

Day 4 - Kakheti Wine Region: Sighnaghi, Bodbe, Village Lunch & Wine Tasting

Day 5 - Telavi to the Caucasus Mountains

Day 6 - Stepantsminda, Gergeti Trinity Church, Gorges & Home-Hosted Lunch

Day 7 - Family Winery, Mtskheta UNESCO Sites & Return to Tbilisi

Day 8 - End of Tour - Departure from Tblisi

Home Cooking with Local Hosts

Women-Owned Restaurant Experience

Traditional Felt-Making Workshop

Women-Led Wine & Food Traditions

Women at the Heart of the Journey

Prepare traditional Georgian dishes in family homes, learning recipes, techniques and stories passed down through generations.

Enjoy a welcome dinner at a locally owned restaurant, celebrating contemporary Georgian cuisine led by a talented woman chef.

Visit family-run wineries and rural homes where women play a central role in preserving Georgia’s ancient winemaking and hospitality culture.

Create your own felt piece with a local craftswoman, gaining hands-on insight into one of Georgia’s oldest textile traditions.

Tbilisi Old Town

Caucasus Mountains

Sacred Sights

Food & Wine Heritage

Cultural Highlights

Wander cobbled streets and historic neighbourhoods that reflect Georgia’s layered past and creative present.

A rich food and wine heritage defined by regional ingredients, time-honoured recipes and ancient winemaking methods.

Visit UNESCO-listed monasteries and cathedrals in Georgia’s spiritual heartland, offering insight into belief, ritual and national identity.

Travel along dramatic mountain routes to remote settlements, where geography has shaped culture, food and faith for centuries.

Age Category

6 to 12 participants

Price

50+

Join Our Group Adventure

Date & Duration

20th June, 2026 - 7 Days & 6 Nights

Group Size

£1,495 Per Person

Destination

Georgia

Difficulty Rating

Easy

Price Includes:

Activities (As identified in the itinerary)

Accommodation

Guide Services

Internal Transfers

Meals (6B,4L,1D)

Solo Travellers:

Accommodation is on a twin-share basis and, if you are travelling on your own, you will be sharing a room with another participant of the same sex.

On this trip, it is possible to pay a supplement to have a room to yourself. The cost of this is £225 per person.

Price Excludes:

International flights

Travel Insurance

Single supplements

Tips and gratuities

Personal Expenses

Time spent in rural landscapes, mountain regions and agricultural areas highlights the relationship between land, food and culture, encouraging respect for traditional land use, biodiversity and long-term stewardship.

At Red Kite Adventures, every journey is designed to create meaningful connections between travellers, local communities and the places they visit. This food-led adventure through Georgia supports the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by championing responsible travel, cultural preservation and community-based livelihoods.

By exploring historic towns, rural villages and UNESCO-listed heritage sites, the journey supports cultural preservation and celebrates living traditions, helping communities maintain identity while sharing their stories with visitors.

The trip prioritises family-run farms, independent winemakers, local guides and small-scale food producers, ensuring that tourism income remains within local communities and supports long-term livelihoods.

Through market visits, farm stays and hands-on cooking, travellers engage directly with seasonal ingredients, traditional food practices and low-waste, home-style production methods that have sustained communities for generations.

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Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival Day - Tbilisi

Saturday 20th June

Arrive in Georgia’s capital and transfer to your hotel. Today is intentionally unstructured, allowing time to rest after travel, settle into your surroundings, and begin absorbing the atmosphere of the city. Depending on arrival times, there may be the opportunity for a gentle walk or informal dinner, but the focus is simply on arrival and easing into the journey ahead.

Meals: Not included

Accommodation: Brim Tbilisi

Day 2 - Tbilisi: Old Town Streets, Historic Views & Georgian Hospitality

Sunday 21st June

We explore the capital of Georgia, where layers of history and everyday life sit side by side. Walking through the old districts of Tbilisi, terraced along the hillsides, we pass narrow streets lined with colourful houses, carved wooden balconies and striking contrasts between traditional and modern architecture. Our walk begins at Metekhi Church, dating from the 13th century, set above the river with sweeping views across the old town.

From here, we continue through winding historic streets before taking a short cable-car ride for panoramic views across the city, arriving near the ancient Narikala Fortress. The walk then leads down into the historic sulphur bath district, built around the natural hot springs that gave Tbilisi its name, offering a glimpse into one of the city’s oldest traditions.

After time to rest, we gather in the evening for a welcome dinner at a renowned local restaurant, owned and run by a talented woman chef, where contemporary Georgian cuisine is enjoyed in a relaxed and sociable setting.

Meals: B,D

Accommodation: Brim Tbilisi

Day 3 - Tbilisi: Markets, Home Cooking & Everyday Life

Monday 22nd June

The morning begins with a visit to a local farmers’ market, travelling by metro like residents of the city. Here, stalls overflow with seasonal produce, herbs, cheeses and spices, offering a glimpse into daily life in Tbilisi. Accompanied by our local host, we select ingredients for lunch before continuing to her home.

In her kitchen, we prepare traditional Georgian dishes together, learning techniques and recipes shaped by family tradition and hospitality. Lunch is shared at the table, accompanied by Georgian wine and conversation, offering an intimate insight into local life. The afternoon is free to relax or explore independently.

Meals: B,L

Accommodation: Agarani Estate, Telavi

Day 4 - Kakheti Wine Region & Sighnaghi

Tuesday 23nd June

Leaving the capital behind, we travel east into the Kakheti region, the heart of Georgia’s ancient winemaking tradition. Our first stop is the hilltop town of Sighnaghi, known for its cobbled streets, tiled rooftops and sweeping views across the Alazani Valley toward the Caucasus Mountains.

Nearby, we visit Bodbe Nunnery, a site of deep spiritual importance and home to a community of women nuns who live a largely self-sustaining life. From here, we continue to a rural village for a home-hosted lunch, welcomed by a local woman who has dedicated herself to preserving family traditions, from gardening and cooking to music and hospitality.

Later in the day, we visit a traditional wine cellar in Kondoli to taste natural wines made using age-old methods before continuing to Telavi for the night.

Meals: B,L

Accommodation: Agarani Estate, Telavi

Day 5 - Kakheti to the Caucasus Mountains

Wednesday 24th June

This morning, we leave Telavi and travel north through changing landscapes, passing forests and highland scenery as we make our way toward the Caucasus Mountains. En route, we stop at the Ananuri architectural complex, dramatically set above a reservoir and showcasing fine examples of Georgian stone carving.

Arriving in the mountain town of Stepantsminda, we visit a small felt-making workshop run by a local craftswoman who continues this ancient tradition. Guided by her, we create our own felt pieces before enjoying homemade jams and traditional Georgian tea.

Meals: B

Accommodation: Memoir, Stepantsminda

Day 6 - Gergeti Trinity Church, Mountain Valleys & Home Hospitality

Thursday 25th June

Today is dedicated to the dramatic mountain landscapes surrounding Stepantsminda. A scenic walk leads through valleys and open slopes to the iconic Gergeti Trinity Church, set high above the town with wide views across the Caucasus and, weather permitting, Mount Kazbegi.

For lunch, we are welcomed into a local home, where we prepare traditional khinkali dumplings together with our hostess. More than a meal, this is a ritual of shared preparation and hospitality. In the afternoon, we explore the dramatic Dariali Gorge, with the option to walk to a nearby waterfall, before returning to Stepantsminda.

Meals: B,L

Accommodation: Memoir, Stepantsminda

Day 7 - Family Winery, Ancient Capital & Sacred Heritage

Friday 26th June

Leaving the mountains, we travel south toward Georgia’s ancient capital. Along the way, we visit a family-run winery where a local woman plays a central role in overseeing production. Here, we taste their wines and enjoy a home-style lunch, learning about traditions passed down through generations.

In the afternoon, we arrive in Mtskheta, a UNESCO World Heritage site and spiritual centre of the country. We visit Jvari Church and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, both deeply significant to Georgian history and identity, before returning to Tbilisi for our final night.

Meals: B,L

Accommodation: Brim Tbilisi

Day 8 - Departure

Saturday 27th June

Your Georgian Adventure comes to an end today. Depending on the time of your flight, you will have breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Not Included

Georgia for All

If you like what you see but want to take a trip as a family or an individual then we can help!

Red Kite Adventures can arrange an amazing Georgian experience for everyone. If you want to travel individually, as a family or as part of a group, let us make all of the arrangements. We can sort everything, including flights, accommodation and an incredible selection of sights and activities to suit everyone. Our chosen partner operators not only bring outstanding service through their staff, support and trips, they are also fully committed to sustainable tourism.

Georgia, a country of striking landscapes and long-held traditions, invites travellers to discover a place where culture, history and hospitality are deeply intertwined.

• Hiking, trekking and mountain exploration in the Caucasus Mountains

• Cultural and heritage journeys through ancient towns, monasteries and UNESCO-listed sites

• Agricultural and rural experiences, from vineyards and orchards to village life

• Self-guided tours

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