Georgia Visa-Free Getaway! 7 Days to Explore the "Garden of God"

This place is like a mix of Switzerland + Italy + Xinjiang, but with only 1/3 the cost! Best of all, it's visa-free—welcome to Georgia!

📌 Itinerary (7-Day Highlights)
Day1⃣️-2⃣️ Tbilisi
✅ Must-Visit Spots
📍Holy Trinity Cathedral: The largest Orthodox church in the Caucasus, with a golden dome that takes your breath away at sunset!
📍Sulfur Baths: The same thermal springs Pushkin enjoyed! Private dome-shaped baths cost just 50 GEL (≈140 CNY)—book Chreli Abano in advance.
📍Dry Bridge Market: Hunt for Soviet antiques and paintings, stepping back in time.
📍Peace Bridge + Mother Georgia: Take the cable car (2.5 GEL one-way) to the hilltop for panoramic views of the red-roofed old town along the Kura River.
📍Fabrika District: A trendy hub in a repurposed Soviet factory, perfect for café-hopping and graffiti photo ops.

Day3⃣️ Kazbegi
🚗 Transport: Hire a car from Tbilisi (4 hours/150 GEL), with stops at:
📍Ananuri Fortress: Featured on the cover of Lonely Planet! Stunning castle reflections on the lake.
📍Russia-Georgia Friendship Monument: Cliffside viewpoint with rainbow murals and canyon vistas.
📍Gergeti Trinity Church: Hike or take a 4WD up the mountain for awe-inspiring views of the church framed by snow-capped peaks.

Day4⃣️-6⃣️ Mestia-Ushguli
🚁 Transport: Fly from Tbilisi to Mestia (Vanilla Air 17-seater, 1 hour/200 CNY) for low-altitude views of the Caucasus Mountains.
🏔️ Hiking Guide
🔸Route: Mestia → Ushguli (4 days/62km). Beginners can opt for the Adishi→Khalde section (16km).
🔸Accommodation: Village homestays at 70 GEL/person (breakfast & dinner included). Store large luggage in Mestia.
🔸Ushguli: Europe’s highest-altitude ancient village! Horseback ride to Shkhara Glacier (2 hours/50 GEL).

Day7⃣️ Batumi
📍Ali & Nino Moving Sculpture: A love story in motion, reuniting and parting every hour.
📍Seaside Ferris Wheel: Open cabins with ocean views—sunset rides are magical.

💰 Budget (7 days, 6000+ CNY/person)
🔸Flights: Urumqi ↔ Tbilisi round-trip 5k (China Southern Airlines).
🔸Accommodation: Hostel beds 30 GEL/night; homestays 150 GEL/night.
🔸Dining: Simple meals 30 GEL, feasts 80 GEL—wine is cheaper than water!
🔸Tips: Exchange USD to GEL locally; ATMs with UnionPay have low fees.

⚠️ Pro Tips
1. Use Bolt for taxis in Tbilisi—50% cheaper than cabs.
2. Beware of "Instagram vs. Reality": Batumi’s Ali & Nino sculpture is only as tall as a lamppost.
3. Download maps.me offline maps for Mestia hikes—trail markers are scarce.
4. Respect church etiquette: Women should wear headscarves and long skirts.