Visit the second largest city of Georgia, Kutaisi, on a full-day trip from Tbilisi to explore the Martvili canyons, Okastse canyon and Kinchkha waterfalls with private hotel pick-up and drop off included. Offering a mix of of sightseeing, exploration, boating and relaxation this tour has everything you need for a perfect escape from the city. The region of Imereti is well known for it's canyons and underground caves including the prometheus and Sataplia which you can explore by boat!
The main destination town of Martvili is located to the west of Kutaisi City. Alongside the road, you can see charming villages with beautiful alleys.
After 2 hours of driving from kutaisi city, you will enter the Canyon's visitor center. Travelers are offered of a boat trip through a Canyon and a pass to the amazing waterfalls. The colors of the canyon are amazing, as the light intensity changes regularly while passing a gorge.
Following 1.5 hours of sightseeing, you will head to Martvili Monastery seated upon the highest hill in the area offering spectacular views.
Next stop at the Okatse Canyons. This is a natural monument with recently built high quality tourist infrastructure, including stairs and footpaths from which you can view the canyon and its surroundings.
Then travel to Kinchkha Waterfall, a 30 minutes drive from Okatse, it is one of the tallest in the country. You will reach it by a footpath suspended along the edge of the canyon. Following your tour will end with hotel drop off.
Places you will visit:
- Bagrati cathedral
- Prometheus caves - One hour walk underground, Last 400 meters is possible to explore on boat.
- Martvili Canyon - boats available
- Martvili Monastery
- Okatse canyon - Upon traveler's request (includes a difficult hike on iron stairs alongside canyon)