About Excursion

Short overview and main highlights

Rtveli, the grape harvest, is one of the biggest celebrations of the Georgian year, and on this tour you take part in it yourself. From Batumi we follow the Adjaristskali valley, stopping at the confluence of two rivers, the Waterfall of Love, Makhuntseti Waterfall and Queen Tamar's arched bridge.

Then we head into the Keda area to a family vineyard. Your hosts hand you shears and a basket: for an hour you pick grapes, then stomp them in the wooden press and learn to make churchkhela.

The day ends in the family wine cellar with a Georgian feast, local wine and songs. The tour runs only in the harvest season, in September and October.

Itinerary & Places to See

10 stops with photos and short descriptions

Stop 1
Batumi
Batumi is the capital of Adjara and the main resort town on the Black Sea coast. The city is famous for its seaside boulevard, modern architecture, historical streets of old Batumi and piazza square. On the boulevard there is a moving statue "Ali and Nino" and the alphabet tower, which look especially beautiful in the evening light. From Batumi, you can easily go to the Botanical Garden, Mtirala National Park and the waterfalls of the mountainous region of Adjara.
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Stop 2
Acharistskali — The Confluence of Two Rivers
Acharistskali, the confluence of two rivers, is one of the remarkable natural attractions of mountainous Adjara, where two flowing rivers meet and create a beautiful natural landscape. This place is especially impressive because of the different colors and powerful currents of the rivers, flowing between mountains and lush green valleys. The surrounding area is distinguished by rich Colchian vegetation, scenic mountains, and the breathtaking nature characteristic of Adjara. The confluence of the two rivers is an interesting stop for tourists, offering an opportunity to enjoy beautiful views and experience the unique nature of mountainous Adjara up close.
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Stop 3
Waterfall of love
Love waterfall is one of the most romantic and attractive natural corners of Adjara. It is located in the municipality of Kedi, near the village of Kokotauri, a little away from the main road, in a green valley. The waterfall is distinguished by its special shape and coziness. A stream of water coming down from a high rock falls into a heart-shaped pool, which gave it its name. The dense vegetation around the waterfall, the rocky environment and the pleasant sound of the water create a special, peaceful atmosphere. The place is popular for both couples and nature lovers who want to relax in a pristine environment and enjoy the aesthetic surroundings away from the mass tourist flows.
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Stop 4
Makhuntseti waterfall
Makhuntseti waterfall is one of the most famous, impressive and crowded natural monuments of mountainous Adjara. It is located in Kedi Municipality, Makhuntseti village, about 30 kilometers from Batumi. The stream of water cascading from a height of about 50 meters descends into a rocky valley and forms a natural pool below. The powerful flow of the waterfall and the surrounding rocky environment give the place a special energy and a grand appearance, which attracts visitors at any time of the year. Its convenient location and proximity to the main highway make it an essential stop on Adjara excursion routes. The historic Tamar Arch Bridge is also located near the waterfall, which makes the trip even more diverse.
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Stop 5
Makhuntseti Arch Bridge
The arched bridge of Makhuntseti, which is often called "Tamari Bridge", is one of the most impressive and famous monuments of the medieval architecture of Adjara. It is located in the municipality of Kedi, in the village of Makhuntseti, on the Acharistkal river. The bridge dates back to the 11th-12th centuries and is distinguished by its scale and refined proportions. It is built of cut stones of the volcanic variety, which are bonded by boiling. The length of the bridge reaches about 20 meters, and the height is more than 6 meters above the river level. Over the centuries, it has withstood floods and time, which speaks of the high-tech knowledge of the masters of that time. The bridge historically connected important trade and transit routes. Today, it is one of the main tourist locations of Adjara, which perfectly blends with the surrounding mountainous landscape and the rapid flow of the river.
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Stop 6
Keda
Keda is a small town in mountainous Adjara, in the Adjaristskali valley, about an hour's drive from Batumi. Keda Municipality is considered the heart of Adjarian winemaking, with family vineyards and wine cellars on the sunny slopes of the valley. The local grapes are mainly native varieties, Chkhaveri and Tsolikouri, and many families still make their wine in qvevri. In September and October the villages celebrate rtveli, the grape harvest: people pick grapes together, press them in a wooden press and make churchkhela. Around Keda, between the Adjaristskali and Merisi valleys, there are forested mountains, old arched bridges and waterfalls, so here you get beautiful nature along with the wine. 📷 Photos: Wojciech Biegun, Aleksey Muhranoff, Yasuhiro Kojima, M. / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)
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Stop 7
Grape picking in a family vineyard
Your hosts hand you shears and a basket and show you your own row of vines. For about an hour you pick the grapes yourself.
Stop 8
Grape stomping and churchkhela
In rubber boots you stomp your own harvest in the wooden press, and then your hosts show you how to make churchkhela.
Stop 9
Georgian feast and wine tasting
The day ends in the family wine cellar with a Georgian feast of local dishes, homemade wine, toasts and songs.
Stop 10
Batumi
Batumi is the capital of Adjara and the main resort town on the Black Sea coast. The city is famous for its seaside boulevard, modern architecture, historical streets of old Batumi and piazza square. On the boulevard there is a moving statue "Ali and Nino" and the alphabet tower, which look especially beautiful in the evening light. From Batumi, you can easily go to the Botanical Garden, Mtirala National Park and the waterfalls of the mountainous region of Adjara.
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Excursion Details

DepartureAdjara

Departure Time11:00

PaymentPayment on departure day in cash

Pickup / meeting pointPick-up from your hotel in Batumi or the nearest stop

What's included

Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
Driver
Grape picking and stomping
Georgian feast and wine tasting

Not included

Churchkhela master class

Schedule & Free Dates for this Tour

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Itinerary & Places to See

10 stops with photos and short descriptions

Stop 1
Batumi
Batumi is the capital of Adjara and the main resort town on the Black Sea coast. The city is famous for its seaside boulevard, modern architecture, historical streets of old Batumi and piazza square. On the boulevard there is a moving statue "Ali and Nino" and the alphabet tower, which look especially beautiful in the evening light. From Batumi, you can easily go to the Botanical Garden, Mtirala National Park and the waterfalls of the mountainous region of Adjara.
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Stop 2
Acharistskali — The Confluence of Two Rivers
Acharistskali, the confluence of two rivers, is one of the remarkable natural attractions of mountainous Adjara, where two flowing rivers meet and create a beautiful natural landscape. This place is especially impressive because of the different colors and powerful currents of the rivers, flowing between mountains and lush green valleys. The surrounding area is distinguished by rich Colchian vegetation, scenic mountains, and the breathtaking nature characteristic of Adjara. The confluence of the two rivers is an interesting stop for tourists, offering an opportunity to enjoy beautiful views and experience the unique nature of mountainous Adjara up close.
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Stop 3
Waterfall of love
Love waterfall is one of the most romantic and attractive natural corners of Adjara. It is located in the municipality of Kedi, near the village of Kokotauri, a little away from the main road, in a green valley. The waterfall is distinguished by its special shape and coziness. A stream of water coming down from a high rock falls into a heart-shaped pool, which gave it its name. The dense vegetation around the waterfall, the rocky environment and the pleasant sound of the water create a special, peaceful atmosphere. The place is popular for both couples and nature lovers who want to relax in a pristine environment and enjoy the aesthetic surroundings away from the mass tourist flows.
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Stop 4
Makhuntseti waterfall
Makhuntseti waterfall is one of the most famous, impressive and crowded natural monuments of mountainous Adjara. It is located in Kedi Municipality, Makhuntseti village, about 30 kilometers from Batumi. The stream of water cascading from a height of about 50 meters descends into a rocky valley and forms a natural pool below. The powerful flow of the waterfall and the surrounding rocky environment give the place a special energy and a grand appearance, which attracts visitors at any time of the year. Its convenient location and proximity to the main highway make it an essential stop on Adjara excursion routes. The historic Tamar Arch Bridge is also located near the waterfall, which makes the trip even more diverse.
Place Details
Stop 5
Makhuntseti Arch Bridge
The arched bridge of Makhuntseti, which is often called "Tamari Bridge", is one of the most impressive and famous monuments of the medieval architecture of Adjara. It is located in the municipality of Kedi, in the village of Makhuntseti, on the Acharistkal river. The bridge dates back to the 11th-12th centuries and is distinguished by its scale and refined proportions. It is built of cut stones of the volcanic variety, which are bonded by boiling. The length of the bridge reaches about 20 meters, and the height is more than 6 meters above the river level. Over the centuries, it has withstood floods and time, which speaks of the high-tech knowledge of the masters of that time. The bridge historically connected important trade and transit routes. Today, it is one of the main tourist locations of Adjara, which perfectly blends with the surrounding mountainous landscape and the rapid flow of the river.
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Stop 6
Keda
Keda is a small town in mountainous Adjara, in the Adjaristskali valley, about an hour's drive from Batumi. Keda Municipality is considered the heart of Adjarian winemaking, with family vineyards and wine cellars on the sunny slopes of the valley. The local grapes are mainly native varieties, Chkhaveri and Tsolikouri, and many families still make their wine in qvevri. In September and October the villages celebrate rtveli, the grape harvest: people pick grapes together, press them in a wooden press and make churchkhela. Around Keda, between the Adjaristskali and Merisi valleys, there are forested mountains, old arched bridges and waterfalls, so here you get beautiful nature along with the wine. 📷 Photos: Wojciech Biegun, Aleksey Muhranoff, Yasuhiro Kojima, M. / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)
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Stop 7
Grape picking in a family vineyard
Your hosts hand you shears and a basket and show you your own row of vines. For about an hour you pick the grapes yourself.
Stop 8
Grape stomping and churchkhela
In rubber boots you stomp your own harvest in the wooden press, and then your hosts show you how to make churchkhela.
Stop 9
Georgian feast and wine tasting
The day ends in the family wine cellar with a Georgian feast of local dishes, homemade wine, toasts and songs.
Stop 10
Batumi
Batumi is the capital of Adjara and the main resort town on the Black Sea coast. The city is famous for its seaside boulevard, modern architecture, historical streets of old Batumi and piazza square. On the boulevard there is a moving statue "Ali and Nino" and the alphabet tower, which look especially beautiful in the evening light. From Batumi, you can easily go to the Botanical Garden, Mtirala National Park and the waterfalls of the mountainous region of Adjara.
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It was an amazing trip! Our driver was very polite, professional, and well-mannered. He went above and beyond by showing us beautiful places that weren’t even included in the itinerary. He also took us to the mountains and different cities and was very flexible with our schedule and any changes to the plan. It was one of the best trips I’ve had to Georgia. Highly recommended!😍😍😍
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A fantastic trip, one of the best I've ever taken to Europe. The itinerary was well-organized and packed. We visited city landmarks, as well as breathtaking natural scenery—mountains and rivers. The guide was fluent in Arabic, friendly, kind, and professional, providing thorough explanations of the areas we visited. The Mercedes, a modern and well-equipped six-seater, was our destination. We also enjoyed an exciting Jeep Wrangler adventure. It was a trip to remember! 😊
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Adjarian Rtveli: Vineyard, Grape Stomping and a Family Feast on the Makhuntseti Road

About Excursion

Itinerary & Places to See

Batumi

Acharistskali — The Confluence of Two Rivers

Waterfall of love

Makhuntseti waterfall

Makhuntseti Arch Bridge

Keda

Grape picking in a family vineyard

Grape stomping and churchkhela

Georgian feast and wine tasting

Batumi

Excursion Details

What's included

Not included

Schedule & Free Dates for this Tour

Photo Gallery

What travelers say about us

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Adjarian Rtveli: Vineyard, Grape Stomping and a Family Feast on the Makhuntseti Road

About Excursion

Itinerary & Places to See

Batumi

Acharistskali — The Confluence of Two Rivers

Waterfall of love

Makhuntseti waterfall

Makhuntseti Arch Bridge

Keda

Grape picking in a family vineyard

Grape stomping and churchkhela

Georgian feast and wine tasting

Batumi

Excursion Details

What's included

Not included

Schedule & Free Dates for this Tour

Photo Gallery

What travelers say about us

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