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We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.OkPrivacy policyBeautiful beaches, crazy cities, amazing architecture, magnificent mountains, fabulous food, wonderful wine … the list really does go on and on (as does my penchant for alliteration!)
And on top of all that diversity, Georgia is also super cheap and super exciting – perfect for us budget travellers looking to explore somewhere a bit different.
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So if you’re thinking of heading off to this fab country soon, here’s the 21 things to know before you travel Georgia…
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The cheapest flights generally arrive here from Paris, Istanbul & Latvia, so check out Turkish Air, Air France and Baltic Air via Skyscanner if you’re looking to score a well-priced ticket.
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Otherwise, many people take a budget flight to Kutaisi in Georgia, and from there head to Tbilisi via a local bus. Wizz Air flies to Kutaisi from across Europe offering some great deals.
Alternatively, if you’re arriving into Georgia overland from Azerbaijan or Armenia, like I was, then you’ll be pleased to know tons of local bus services can shuttle you over the border and straight into Tbilisi quickly and easily… sometimes a little too quickly!
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Winters in Georgia can be fiercely cold with snow and freezing temperatures common across the country, especially in the mountainous areas such as Tusheti. At this time, many roads become impassable and travelling difficult.
As such, I would definitely advise visiting Georgia during their summer months, when the climate is wonderfully warm and the skies are almost always blue.
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The summer season here runs roughly from May to September, however July & August can be super hot in Tbilisi (like 40 degrees hot), so do bear this in mind if you’re not a fan of the heat and want to enjoy some hiking.
I visited Georgia in June and the weather was perfect – very warm and clear days, with loads of wildflowers around and perfect hiking conditions.
This is further complicated by the diverse topography of the country – from deserts in the south to mountains in the north and coastline in the west.
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What I’m essentially saying is that Georgia’s climate is a bit all over the place (no doubt made more so by global warming).
As such, it will pay to think a little bit about when and where exactly you want to visit in the country.
If you’re heading there in the summer, then it’s definitely shorts and t-shirts for Tbilisi or the coast, plus a sun hat, sunscreen and sandals.
Shuamta, Georgia, 2022
If you’re heading to the mountain areas of Tusheti, Svaneti or Kazbegi, then you’ll likely be wanting to do some hiking, so pack some active gear including walking shoes, leggings and a good day backpack, like this one.
It also gets chilly up in the mountains at night, even in the summer, so bringing a thermal fleece or jumper, plus a good waterproof / windproof jacket is a must.
You might also want to pack the Caucasus Lonely Planet. Still my go-to when it comes to guidebooks, these guys crams in a huge amount of information about travelling in Armenia, Georgia & Azerbaijan and will likely save you the cost of a guide in many of this region’s fabulous historical attractions.
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You also can’t come to Georgia without a good camera. From the mountain landscapes to the village life, you’ll want a super snapper to capture the best of Georgia and the Sony A6000 mirrorless ticks my box every time!
And finally, if you’re heading to see any monasteries in Georgia, ladies will need to come prepared with a headscarf to enter, as well as a long skirt (or pair of pants) and a long-sleeved top.
I think Georgia is the country in the world that requires visas for the least number of nationalities (if it’s not the front runner here, it’s definitely up there!)
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Those from Europe, North America, Australia / NZ, as well as many Middle East and Central Asian countries don’t require a visa and will simply be given an entry stamp on arrival.
With generous visitor time allowances, most people won’t be restricted by any visa rules about how long they can spend in Georgia.
As a guideline, I’d allow at least a fortnight to get a good flavour of Georgia – here’s my ideal 2 week Georgia itinerary to give you some ideas.
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The above itinerary gives you a great idea of the highlights of this country, but here’s a shortlist of the top spots I recommend visiting in order to condense it down for you:
Leaving from central depots whenever they are full, marshrutka routes cover most of the country, but generally route through Tbilisi, which means between destinations you’ll usually have to go via the capital.
Some parts of Georgia are also serviced by shared taxis (literally a 4 person vehicle that takes less time to fill than a marshrutka and therefore costs slightly more), shared 4wds (in mountain areas like Tusheti) and ride-sharing app taxis in cities like Tbilisi (Yandex is the most common one).
Day Kazbegi Hiking Adventure
You can also hire cars to travel around Georgia – this is a very affordable option if there’s a group of you but, do beware, the Georgians drive like maniacs!
And within Tbilisi, an excellent and cheap metro system, which operates via a top-up card system is the perfect budget solution for exploring the city on a shoestring.
As you may have guessed from what I’ve already said about this country (i.e. the repeated claims this is a CHEAP travel destination), it’s good to know travelling Georgia is extremely affordable.
Hiking Tobavarchkhili Lake Svaneri Summer Georgia Stock Photo 1535943839
You can learn a lot more about the expenses of a trip here in this post I wrote specifically about how much it costs to travel to Georgia.
There are notes in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200, and coins that cover 1 and 2 Lari, as well as 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 Tetri (the equivalent of cents / pence).
In rural places however, they may not be any ATM or card facilities, so I highly advise beginning all the cash with you might need.
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When it comes to paying for things in Georgia, you want to ensure you’re not being charged overseas transaction fees
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