What makes Georgian Qvevri winemaking unique?

Qvevri are large clay vessels buried underground where wine ferments and ages in contact with grape solids (skins, stems, seeds). This 8,000-year-old method is recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage and produces wines with distinct colour, tannin, and flavour profiles impossible to replicate in steel or oak.

How many wines will I taste, and what varieties?

You'll taste over 20 endemic Georgian wine varieties across three stops: Kindzmarauli Corporation, KTW wine factory, and the Kvareli cave. Tastings are direct from production facilities, giving you access to wines often unavailable outside Georgia.

What is the Kvareli wine cave?

A 7 km tunnel and cellar carved into the Caucasus mountains, used for wine storage and ageing. You'll walk through this historic facility to see how Georgia's geography and geology support its winemaking tradition.

Is lunch included, and can I choose dietary options?

Lunch is optional; select the 'with lunch' option when booking. The meal features traditional Georgian cuisine. Confirm dietary needs or restrictions when booking to ensure the supplier can accommodate you.

How long is the drive from Tbilisi, and what's the itinerary timing?

The tour is 10 hours total with 295 km (185 miles) of driving. Expect 3–4 hours on the road split between outbound and return; the remainder is spent at wineries, the cave, and optional lunch.

Will I meet actual Qvevri makers or winemakers?

Yes—the tour includes a visit to a Qvevri master who demonstrates how these clay vessels are crafted. At the wineries, you'll learn about production stages directly from facility staff, though individual interaction depends on the day's schedule.

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Kakheti Wine Tour from Tbilisi with Kindzmarauli, Kvareli and Patardzeuli

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About this activity

Immerse yourself in Georgia's ancient winemaking heritage on this 10-hour Kakheti wine tour, where you'll visit working wineries, explore a 7 km mountain cave cellar, and taste over 20 endemic varieties. This deep-dive experience reveals UNESCO-recognised Qvevri clay-vessel winemaking—a 8,000-year-old technique still central to Georgian viticulture today.

Private full day wine trip to Kakheti region includes visiting Qvevri master to understand how unique Georgian wine vassals are made, that Georgia has been continuously using more than 8000 years, making Qvevri winemaking method recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage Monuments. Tour also includes exploring 7 km long Kvareli wine cave and tunnel carved inside the Caucasus mountains, visiting Kindzmarauli Corporation to learn about all stages of wine production and KTW wine factory to taste endemic wines of Georgia strait from stainless steel wine tanks. Two options are available for the tour. Tour with Lunch option includes tasting the best meals from local traditional cuisine. Private Kakheti wine tour is suitable for people who desire to completely understand Georgian unique winemaking method, taste more than 20 different endemic wines and enjoy beautiful views of Kakheti region of Georgia. Total drive 295 km (185 miles).

Highlights

✓Learn Qvevri vessel-making directly from master craftspeople
✓Walk through the 7 km Kvareli wine tunnel carved into the Caucasus mountains
✓Tour Kindzmarauli Corporation and KTW wine factory with tastings from steel tanks
✓Sample 20+ endemic Georgian wine varieties
✓Optional traditional Georgian lunch with local cuisine
✓Scenic Kakheti region views (295 km round trip)

Insider tips

★Opt for the lunch option to pair wines with authentic local dishes and deepen flavour understanding
★Arrive with an empty stomach—tastings are generous and frequent throughout the day
★The mountain cave stays cool year-round; bring a light jacket even in summer

Good to know

•Total journey is 295 km (185 miles); expect 3–4 hours of driving
•Lunch option available—confirm when booking if you have dietary preferences
•Private tour format; check group size and pickup location from Tbilisi

Who it's for

Wine enthusiasts and collectors seeking deep knowledge of Georgian viticultureCultural explorers interested in UNESCO heritage and ancient techniquesFood lovers combining wine education with traditional local cuisineSmall groups or couples wanting a private, immersive experience

Best time to visit

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer pleasant weather and harvest season energy. Avoid peak summer heat for comfort during cave visits.

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Reviews

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Adam V.

Mar 2026

Samir our guide very good, and a massive herd of elephants crossing in front of us we love it. Is much better than the safari we do in Cape Town before. We are very happy, recommend to all!

Sarah F.

Nov 2025

two rhinos by the waterhole unreal ... ideal with kids (ours are 6 and 9), and spotted maybe 30 species

Yuki H.

Jul 2025

Beatriz our guide very good, and a cheetah on the hunt we love it. Is much better than the safari we do in Bangkok before. We are very happy, recommend to all!

Ines W.

Feb 2025

our guide Beatriz couldnt do enough for us and a cheetah on the hunt was the highlight, and spot on for a couples day out, and out for a solid 6 hours.

Luke P.

Feb 2025

our guide Zara was nice enough, but two rhinos by the waterhole felt a bit rushed honestly ... On a rainy sunday. Would only really suit you if youre not fussy, out for a solid 6 hours. Bit disappointed ngl, would only really suit you if youre not fussy, out for a solid 6 hours, no joke

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