About Excursion

Short overview and main highlights

A relaxed day on the Black Sea coast with no mountain serpentines, a good choice for families with children and older travellers. We start on Sameba Mountain, where Batumi and the sea lie spread out below, then visit Petra Fortress, standing right by the sea in Tsikhisdziri.

On the way we stop at an abandoned Soviet-era lemon farm, then head to the Shekvetili Dendrological Park with its century-old trees, ponds, flamingos and lemurs.

In the afternoon we relax on the black magnetic sand of Ureki, and we end the day with lunch at a trout farm.

Itinerary & Places to See

8 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
Holy Trinity Church of Mtatsminda
Batumi Trinity Church (Trinity Mountain Church) is one of the most famous and impressive spiritual and tourist attractions of Adjara. It is located on Mount Sami, about 400 meters above sea level. The temple was built in the second half of the 19th century, but it was almost completely destroyed by fire during the Soviet period. At the beginning of the 21st century, it was rebuilt and today it is a functioning nunnery. The complex is distinguished by sophisticated architecture and a well-kept, green yard. A beautiful panoramic view of the whole of Batumi, the Black Sea and the surrounding mountains can be seen from Mount Sami. This place is special both for spiritual peace and for enjoying the best views of the city.
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Stop 3
Petra Castle
Petra Castle is one of the most important and impressive historical and archaeological monuments of Adjara. It is located in the municipality of Kobuleti, in the village of Tsikhisdzir, on the coast of the Black Sea, on a high rocky cape. The fortress-city was built in the 6th century by order of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I. Because of its strategic location, Petra controlled the Black Sea trade and military routes that connected Byzantium, Georgia, and Persia. It was known for its impregnable walls and unique terraced architecture. Nowadays, modern museum infrastructure, footpaths and viewing platforms are arranged on the territory of Petra Castle. Historical walls covered with greenery, stepped terraces and panoramic sea views add a special aesthetic appeal to the place.
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Stop 4
Petra Fortress Lemonarium
In the 1930s, in Soviet times, the grounds of Petra Fortress were turned into a lemon nursery, a lemonarium. A multi-level concrete structure was built in steps along the fortress slope; it was once glazed, and citrus trees were grown inside. After the collapse of the Soviet Union the lemonarium was abandoned and slowly fell apart. Today only tiers of concrete pillars and beams remain, overgrown with ivy and wild plants. This strange mix of ancient fortress stone and Soviet concrete, buried in greenery, is one of the most photogenic corners of Tsikhisdziri. 📷 Photos: Giorgi Abdaladze, AlexandreAssatiani / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0 / CC BY 4.0)
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Stop 5
Shekvetili Dendrological Park
Shekvetili Dendrological Park lies in the seaside resort of Shekvetili in Guria, close to Ureki. Trees and plants brought from different parts of Georgia and from around the world grow here, including giant century-old trees that were specially transplanted to the park. Neat paths, ponds and bridges make it a calm place for a walk. Pink flamingos and lemurs live in the park, which makes it especially fun for children. Entry to the park is free. It is closed on Mondays and Thursdays.
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Stop 6
Ureki Magnetic Sands
Ureki is a Black Sea resort in Guria famous for its black magnetic sand. The sand contains magnetite, so the grains cling to a magnet held close to them. Magnetic sand has long been credited with healing properties and is used for cardiovascular, joint and nervous-system complaints. The shallow, gently deepening sea and the pine-lined shore make Ureki especially popular for family holidays. In the evening, at sunset, the dark sand and the sea make for particularly beautiful photos. 📷 Photos: Kakha Kolkhi, M. / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA, CC BY)
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Stop 7
Kobuleti Trout Farm
The Kobuleti Trout Farm is a fish farm and restaurant in one. Trout are raised here in flow-through pools fed by river water, and guests can walk around the farm and see how the fish are reared. The restaurant cooks freshly caught trout, fried, baked in a clay dish or with walnuts, served with Georgian salads and hot mchadi cornbread. Lunch outdoors by the pools and the green yard is a good way to unwind after a long day. The farm is in Kobuleti, about half an hour's drive from Batumi.
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Stop 8
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

DepartureGuria

Departure Time10:00

PaymentPayment on departure day in cash

Pickup / meeting pointPick-up from your address in Batumi; pick-up in Chakvi and Kobuleti is also possible

What's included

Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
Driver

Not included

Petra Fortress entrance ticket
Lunch at the trout farm

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Itinerary & Places to See

8 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
Holy Trinity Church of Mtatsminda
Batumi Trinity Church (Trinity Mountain Church) is one of the most famous and impressive spiritual and tourist attractions of Adjara. It is located on Mount Sami, about 400 meters above sea level. The temple was built in the second half of the 19th century, but it was almost completely destroyed by fire during the Soviet period. At the beginning of the 21st century, it was rebuilt and today it is a functioning nunnery. The complex is distinguished by sophisticated architecture and a well-kept, green yard. A beautiful panoramic view of the whole of Batumi, the Black Sea and the surrounding mountains can be seen from Mount Sami. This place is special both for spiritual peace and for enjoying the best views of the city.
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Stop 3
Petra Castle
Petra Castle is one of the most important and impressive historical and archaeological monuments of Adjara. It is located in the municipality of Kobuleti, in the village of Tsikhisdzir, on the coast of the Black Sea, on a high rocky cape. The fortress-city was built in the 6th century by order of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I. Because of its strategic location, Petra controlled the Black Sea trade and military routes that connected Byzantium, Georgia, and Persia. It was known for its impregnable walls and unique terraced architecture. Nowadays, modern museum infrastructure, footpaths and viewing platforms are arranged on the territory of Petra Castle. Historical walls covered with greenery, stepped terraces and panoramic sea views add a special aesthetic appeal to the place.
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Stop 4
Petra Fortress Lemonarium
In the 1930s, in Soviet times, the grounds of Petra Fortress were turned into a lemon nursery, a lemonarium. A multi-level concrete structure was built in steps along the fortress slope; it was once glazed, and citrus trees were grown inside. After the collapse of the Soviet Union the lemonarium was abandoned and slowly fell apart. Today only tiers of concrete pillars and beams remain, overgrown with ivy and wild plants. This strange mix of ancient fortress stone and Soviet concrete, buried in greenery, is one of the most photogenic corners of Tsikhisdziri. 📷 Photos: Giorgi Abdaladze, AlexandreAssatiani / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0 / CC BY 4.0)
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Stop 5
Shekvetili Dendrological Park
Shekvetili Dendrological Park lies in the seaside resort of Shekvetili in Guria, close to Ureki. Trees and plants brought from different parts of Georgia and from around the world grow here, including giant century-old trees that were specially transplanted to the park. Neat paths, ponds and bridges make it a calm place for a walk. Pink flamingos and lemurs live in the park, which makes it especially fun for children. Entry to the park is free. It is closed on Mondays and Thursdays.
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Stop 6
Ureki Magnetic Sands
Ureki is a Black Sea resort in Guria famous for its black magnetic sand. The sand contains magnetite, so the grains cling to a magnet held close to them. Magnetic sand has long been credited with healing properties and is used for cardiovascular, joint and nervous-system complaints. The shallow, gently deepening sea and the pine-lined shore make Ureki especially popular for family holidays. In the evening, at sunset, the dark sand and the sea make for particularly beautiful photos. 📷 Photos: Kakha Kolkhi, M. / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA, CC BY)
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Stop 7
Kobuleti Trout Farm
The Kobuleti Trout Farm is a fish farm and restaurant in one. Trout are raised here in flow-through pools fed by river water, and guests can walk around the farm and see how the fish are reared. The restaurant cooks freshly caught trout, fried, baked in a clay dish or with walnuts, served with Georgian salads and hot mchadi cornbread. Lunch outdoors by the pools and the green yard is a good way to unwind after a long day. The farm is in Kobuleti, about half an hour's drive from Batumi.
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Stop 8
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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Family Day on the Coast: Petra Fortress, Shekvetili Dendropark and Ureki

About Excursion

Itinerary & Places to See

Batumi

Holy Trinity Church of Mtatsminda

Petra Castle

Petra Fortress Lemonarium

Shekvetili Dendrological Park

Ureki Magnetic Sands

Kobuleti Trout Farm

Batumi

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Schedule & Free Dates for this Tour

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Family Day on the Coast: Petra Fortress, Shekvetili Dendropark and Ureki

About Excursion

Itinerary & Places to See

Batumi

Holy Trinity Church of Mtatsminda

Petra Castle

Petra Fortress Lemonarium

Shekvetili Dendrological Park

Ureki Magnetic Sands

Kobuleti Trout Farm

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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