The Highlands of Ajara

Trip Description

Gonio & Mountainous Adjara Tour: The tour starts in Gonio, 15 km from Batumi, with a visit to the ancient Gonio–Apsaros Fortress, rich in myths and legends linked to the Argonauts. Continue to the scenic mountains of Adjara, crossing the medieval Queen Tamar Arch Bridge and stopping at the Makhuntseti Waterfall (48 m). Lunch at a local Adjarian Wine House (paid by tourists). On the way back to Batumi, drive through the Kakhaber Lowland, stop at the confluence of the Chorokhi and Adjaristskali Rivers, and visit the ancient Gvara Fortress (5th–6th century AD).

For your comfort on the excursion, wear comfortable shoes, sunglasses and a hat. The excursion program can be changed in case of weather conditions or at the discretion of the guide.

Route — 9 Stops

• 1
  GonioTown 15 km from Batumi.
• 2
  Gonio–Apsaros FortressAncient fortress linked to the Argonauts.
• 3
  Mountains of AdjaraScenic mountain drive.
• 4
  Queen Tamar Arch BridgeMedieval stone bridge.
• 5
  Makhuntseti Waterfall48-metre waterfall.
• 6
  Adjarian Wine House LunchPaid by tourists, not included in the price.
• 7
  Kakhaber LowlandDrive back toward Batumi.
• 8
  Rivers' ConfluenceChorokhi and Adjaristskali Rivers meet.
• 9
  Gvara FortressAncient fortress, 5th–6th century AD.

What's Included