Begin the day at 9:00 AM to venture out to southern Georgia, where the Vardzia cave complex, Rabati Castle and Borjomi resort await your discovery.

Vardzia, your first stop, is a cave complex that was excavated from the slopes of the Erusheti Mountain in the 12th century. Pass through narrow canyons at Aspindza along a particularly beautiful valley to find Vardzia. A place with royal history, see the monastery with its Assumption temple and the ancient paintings of the King and Queen of the time. Other intriguing features of the complex include the bell tower, chapels, pharmacy, and wine cellars. 

The trip continues to Rabati Castle, a medieval castle complex of Asian style in Akhaltsikhe. Built in the 13th century, Rabati castle developed under the influence of different cultures over subsequent centuries and this is reflected in its architecture; the modern section including a restaurant, hotel, cafes, and shops while the ancient includes the Ahmediyeh Mosque, the church, the family castle of Jakeli, and the historical museum.

Borjomi, the last destination, is a hydro-thermal health spa resort in the southern region of Samtskhe-Javakheti. Borjomi has an international reputation for its geothermal spring mineral water resources. Enjoy walking in Borjomi Central Park and taste the award-winning local mineral water said to have unique healing qualities. Explore the open-air sulfur water swimming pool, before returning to Tbilisi.