Batumi, Georgia

Day 1- Monday: Flight [2hrs from Tel Aviv, Israel] to Batumi

Arrive in  Batumi Airport & 20min Transfer to hotel for check-in

In the evening we head out for an evening boat cruise and sail along the length of the City to see the vibrant and beautiful panoramic view of the bright and colorful Batumi shoreline and after a stroll on the waterfront, we head back to the hotel for dinner.

Day 2- Tuesday: Batumi Panoramic City Tour "Pearl of the Caucasus"

We will start at Europa Square on the promenade along the shores of Batumi, continue up to the Alphabet Tower, from there to the Ali and Nino exhibit, Seaside Park, walking tour the streets of the Old City, and then a magnificent 2.5km Argo cable car ride up the mountain and enjoy panoramic city views. We complete the day with Batumi's spectacular dolphin show at Batumi’s newest Dolphinarium

Day 3-Wednesday:  Botanical Gardens, Shekvetili Dendrological Park, Musical Park

Today is Stunning Gardens and Appreciate Nature Day

Visit the Green cape and Batumi's beautiful Botanical Gardens, where unique flowers and plant species grow from around the world.
Shekvetili Dendrological Park is a rare park with significant aesthetic, ecological and scientific importance, it lures even more visitors to this touristic Black Sea region with its unique collection of plants from around the world that serve as a habitat for endangered flocks of birds. In the center of the park is an artificial lake which is home to pink and red flamingos, cranes, storks, ducks, parrots, peacocks and swans

The Musicians’ Park offers cognitive entertainment that will make the experience most memorable. Woodcarvings, Water fountains, Japanese Gardens and more

Day 4- Thursday:   Jeep tour to the Mtirala National  Reserve & Machakhela Valley

We will set out for a nature reserve that is spectacular in its beauty, rich in vegetation and water.

We will enter the reserve in SUVs, walk in the green rainforest and enjoy this extraordinary experience of wild nature and views

Enjoy a range of activities on offer that suits your adventure level: horse riding, ziplines, 3km hike to the waterfall, ATV or simply relax in the lush rain forest.

Day 5- Friday: Free day for Shopping and Preparation for Shabbat

Free time today to visit the shopping malls and local markets in Batumi: 'Batumi Mall' and 'Metro City'. Enjoy a realx day at the hotel Spa, Pool, Sauna, Massage treatments

Day 6-Shabbat 

We walk and visit The Great Synagogue built in 1904. After Mincha, Rabbi Zeev Mendelzon will speak to our group about the Jewish community in Georgia. Bus pick up after Ma’ariv and Havdala

Day 7-Sunday: Gonio Fortress, Mirveti Village, Makhuntseti Falls, Ajarian Winery Kosher Tasting

We start the day with a drive to the ancient Gonio Fortress, the largest remnant of Roman-Byzantine military architecture

One of the must-visit attractions is Makhuntseti waterfall. This is one of the highest waterfalls 36meters in Ajara and attracts many visitors with its marvelous beauty. While visiting the waterfall make sure to take a look at Queen Tamara’s arch bridge

Keda municipality is considered to be a hotbed of Adjarian wine-making and we make a final stop for Georgia’s only Kosher winery.

Day 8- Monday: Check Out, Breakfast and Departure home to TLV

Airport Transfer to Batumi airport

The Kosher Travelers Difference - A Lifelong Experience!

• Flights from Tel Aviv
• 7 nights accommodation at Grand Gloria Hotel
• Kosher Mehadrin, Chalav Yisrael, half board fresh meals & a packed picnic lunch daily
• Breakfast is served as a rich buffet, including both sweet and savory dishes, which can also be used to prepare a packed lunch.
• Full Shabbat meals, plus afternoon tea and cake
• On-site Beit Knesset and Sefer Torah
• Complete touring itinerary with local English-speaking guide
• Daily Tours 10am -4pm on a luxurious air-conditioned bus
• Kosher Traveler’s exclusive program and a complete Shabbat program (see itinerary for details)
• All entrance fees for sites on the tour itinerary

What's not included?

• Covid PCR tests if required
• Personal expenses
• Extra attractions such as horse riding, zipline, ATV in Mtirala Nature Reserve
• International flights - please be in contact with Ronnie Abramson of Ambassador Tours regarding special pricing for international flights to get to the tour's meeting point. Ronnie can be reached at +972505314500 roni@ambassadortours.co.il
• Travel insurance - comprehensive travel & health insurance is compulsory
• Tips for local guides and service providers, $10 per person/per day 
• Entry visa if required 

Glatt Mehadrin Kashrut under Rabbi Nachshoni supervised by Rabbi Yisrael Weiss and an on-site team of Mashgichim throughout your stay.

• Kosher Travelers recommends Egert & Cohen Insurance for your Travel, Health, Luggage & COVID-19 insurance needs. You may contact Tali +972-2-622-7999 ext. 125 or 052-769-9406 or tali@egertcohen.co.il. You may also sign up for insurance online at https://www.egertcohen.co.il/travel/signup-kosher-travel.asp.
• Comprehensive travel insurance covering trip cancellation and medical emergencies is mandatory at the time of reservation.
• The arrangements and cost of International flights to get to the tour are not included with your reservation. Please be in contact with Ronnie Abramson of Ambassador Tours regarding special pricing for international flights to get to the tour's meeting point. Ronnie can be reached at +972-50-531-4500 or roni@ambassadortours.co.il.
• If the tour is canceled because a minimum number of participants was not reached, you will receive a FULL refund.

The common denominator of our clients is that they cherish Shabbat and Kashrut observance without compromises.

We attract a diverse group of Jewish and English-speaking guests from across the globe and encourage an accepting atmosphere among all our guests.