National heritage. Batumi - Machakhela Gorge

Excursion Route

• Meeting at the Argo cable car

  0 min.

  We start our exciting tour at the cable car, where an exciting journey awaits you.

  

  Argo Cable Car

  1 h on the way
• Mirveti Village

  1 h.

  The village of Mirveti is located in a picturesque gorge. In addition to the most beautiful waterfall and the arched bridge of Queen Tamar, there is a luxurious relict forest of Colchis boxwood that pleases the eye. It feels like you've been in a beautiful fairy tale.

  

  Relict boxwood forest

  30 min on the way
• The Gvara Fortress was built in the 5-6th century AD

  20 min.

  The Gvara Fortress is located 300 meters from the confluence of the Machakhlistkali and Chorokhi rivers on a hill that rises above the valleys of these rivers. The fortress offers a remarkable view of these valleys, which can be seen for many kilometers. At present, most of the fortress walls are destroyed, especially the south and north-western ones. However, the remaining ones reach a height of 5-6 meters. During the excavations, it was established that the Gvara Fortress was built in the 5-6th century AD. The fortress was actively used in the 8th - 14th centuries AD. Its strategic importance due to its favorable geographical location was extremely great. Owning it, one could control the valleys of the Machakhela and Chorokhi rivers, as a result of which to have control over the path to the Black Sea.

  

  The Gvara Fortress was built in the 5th-6th century AD

  30 min on the way
• Machakhela Gun Monument

  10 min.

  Ancient weapons and a special item, the pride of the residents of Machakhela - the rifle "topi Machakhela" was made by local residents, and during the war with the Ottoman Empire, arms production was organized.

  

  Machakhela Gun Monument

  20 min on the way
• Cannon in the Machakhel Gorge

  10 min.

  The cannon in the Machakhel Gorge appeared during the years of the Second World War. Later, it was used to guard the borders of the Soviet Union, as the border with Turkey is not far away. In the 1950s, a small military unit was stationed here.

  

  Cannon in the Machakhel Gorge

  20 min on the way
• Tskhemlara Arch Bridge

  20 min.

  The arched Tchemlara bridge, preserved since the 12th century, harmoniously complements the picturesque landscape. Century after century, the man-made bridge has turned into a natural crossing, connecting the banks of the mountain river.

  

  Arched bridge Tchemlara, 12th century

  20 min on the way
• Three-tiered waterfall

  20 min.

  A three-tiered waterfall on the way to Upper Chkhutuneti is a favorite spot for thrill-seekers. In the summer weather, a long line of adrenaline junkies forms, eager to slide down the stream.

  

  The three-tiered waterfall is a favorite place for extreme sports enthusiasts

  20 min on the way
• Cat

  20 min.

  "Kedi" - a place where they were engaged in the manufacture of Machakhel rifles - the pride of the local population. One-day tours in Georgia include a visit to the Machakhel Museum, where the machine for making rifles of the last gunsmith Aslan Dzeladze is kept.

  

  "Kedi" - a place where they were engaged in the manufacture of Machakheli rifles

  10 min on the way
• Museum in Chkhutuneti

  30 min.

  The museum in Chkhutuneti. The exhibition will interest representatives of any age and gender. Women will like the room-model of an ancient local resident with all kinds of kitchen utensils, homemade decorations, wooden and clay products. Men will not ignore the "Topi Macheha" rifle. It was made by local residents, and during the war with the Ottomans, a large arms production was organized. The Chkhutuneti museum is located in the building of a former Ottoman mosque. To this day, a dome with patterns and carved stairs and walls have been preserved. The work was done by masters from Georgia and in protest they added one of the symbols of their country - grape bunches to the patterns. The Ottomans did not notice this manifestation of rebellion, and thanks to their distraction, we can see such a wonderful embodiment of the talent of Georgian masters. Many tours from Batumi are organized daily to those places. A tour of mountainous Adjara involves a long stop at the museum and its surroundings.

  

  The Chkhutun Museum is located in the building of a former Ottoman mosque.

  10 min on the way
• Ethnographic excursion

  20 min.

  Visiting the home of a local resident is also included in day trips around Georgia. The building, visited by tourists, is already 200 years old. It is built from chestnut, which is resistant to decay over time. In winter, the building retains heat, and in summer it stays cool, the walls emit a pleasant honey aroma.

  

  The structure is built from chestnut, which is not susceptible to destruction over time.

  10 min on the way
• Meeting with local residents

  20 min.

  Meeting with the local residents will not leave anyone indifferent. Here, people are distinguished by their hospitality and attention to guests. Many love to tell interesting stories and reveal some home secrets.

  

  Meeting with local residents

  10 min on the way
• Georgian feast

  1 h. 30 h.

  A Georgian feast is a unique experience where you can enjoy exquisite dishes of national cuisine and the hospitality of this amazing country.

  

  Traditional Georgian feast

  10 min on the way
• Return to Batumi

  0 min.

  After the tour, we will also take you back to this place, where you can enjoy memories of an unforgettable adventure.

  

  2 h on the way

• End of Excursion