Georgia
April 26 - May 2
RYAN&WINE explores Georgia, the birthplace of wine.
Join Ryan and other wine enthusiasts on a trip to Georgia, the birthplace of wine. Experience the world-renowned cuisine, visit the stunning wine region of Kakheti, learn first-hand from winemakers practicing ancient and natural methods, and travel back in time to a place where eating, drinking, and community come before personal ambition.
APRIL 26 - MAY 2
Limit: 15 people
Register by March 24
“Georgia will forever change the way you look at wine.”
-RYAN
BOUTIQUE 5-STAR ACCOMMODATIONS
Relax at the best urban and rural 5-star hotels that Georgia has to offer.
Warning: you won’t want to leave!
BREAD. CHEESE. WINE. REPEAT.
Indulge in the famous Khachapuri — a Georgian cheesy bread with butter and melted egg yolk — and wash it down with natural Qvevri amber wine. Rinse and repeat.
MEET THE WINEMAKERS
Taste wine straight from the Qvevri and visit winemakers in their home. Meet the humble men and women who spend days in their vineyards and cellars carrying on the 8,000 year tradition of winemaking.
UNDERGROUND GASTRONOMY
Dine & drink in some of Georgia’s finest restaurants, cellars, and wine bars. Enjoy traditional ‘supras’ (feasts) in beautiful settings, dating back hundreds of years.
NATURAL WINE & ANCIENT METHODS
Learn about natural wine, its relationship with commercial winemaking, and sample some of the best wine from around the country.
SOMETHING FOR THE HISTORY BUFFS
Not only will you discover Georgia as the birthplace of wine, but you will visit ancient monasteries and dig deep into the rich history and traditions of the Caucasus region.
YOUR ITINERARY…
Day 1
Welcome dinner & intro to Georgian wine, food & culture at local wine bar.
Day 2
Culinary walking tour of Tbilisi
Traditional style Georgian feast with wine pairing
Day 3
Visit to ancient monastery wine producer
Natural wine masterclass & tasting
Day 4
Private transport to Kakheti (wine region)
Welcome dinner at the historical Tsinandali Estate
Day 5
Visit wineries in Kakheti & private cellar tours
Lunch & dinner with winemakers
Day 6
Morning visit to famous winemaker
Afternoon Activity: horseback riding, spa, or hiking
Day 7
Private transport back to Tbilisi
Farewell meal and departure
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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$3,900 per individual or $6,400 per couple
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The price includes all meals, transportation, wine tastings and accommodation from the evening of April 26 through the farewell meal on May 2.
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The trip cost does not include flights or transportation to/from the airport.
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Yes, Georgia is a safe country. It is a country that I (Ryan) would not hesitate bringing my kids to. Georgians live in peace and warmly welcome tourists.
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Tbilisi (TBS) is the capital city and main airport in Georgia. The most common routes to fly to Tbilisi are through Istanbul (Turkish Airlines), Munich (Lufthansa), and Doha (Qatar Airways)
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While Georgian is the official language of Georgia, much of the population speaks English. Our meals and wine tasting experiences will all be conducted in English.