Argonautica Family Journey 10 days | Legends, mountains and Georgian adventures for families
Some places are simply visited. Others are discovered through stories. Georgia belongs to the second kind. It is a country where mountains can look like sleeping giants, stone towers guard old family histories, caves feel like underground kingdoms, and every valley seems to carry its own legend. Between the Caucasus and the Black Sea, this is also the land connected with one of the most famous myths of the ancient world — the story of the Golden
Fleece and the Argonauts. This journey is designed for families who want to experience Georgia in a more engaging way. It combines real places with stories, nature, local food, workshops, mountains, the sea and enough space for children to explore without turning the trip into a rushed sightseeing marathon. It is not a children’s program in a childish sense. It is a family journey created for both generations — curious children and adults who still like a good story.
Why choose this program
●designed especially for families travelling with children
●combines legends, history, nature and real locations
●includes experiences that engage children, such as caves, canyons,
workshops and mountain villages
●connects the story of the Golden Fleece with places in western Georgia
●combines mountains, the Black Sea, cities and dramatic landscapes in one
journey
●offers a balanced pace, with time to explore, rest and experience places
properly
●follows a well-planned route with private transport and family-friendly
structure
How the journey is structured
This is a 10-day family touring program of moderate intensity, designed for
families who want to discover Georgia without overloading the days.
The route combines exploration, storytelling, nature, cultural stops, workshops
and time to rest. Some days are more active, especially in the mountains or
natural sites, while others are slower, with time by the sea or in places where
children can explore at a calmer pace. The program is designed to keep both children and adults engaged. Instead of moving from monument to monument, the journey is built around experiences: walking through caves, taking a boat through a canyon, cooking together, entering Svan towers, reaching high mountain villages and ending the story in one of Georgia’s most remarkable rock-hewn cities. Accommodation is arranged in carefully selected properties, including smaller, more local stays where appropriate. All transfers are provided by private vehicle with driver, allowing the journey to remain flexible and comfortable for families.
Day 1 Kutaisi and the Beginning of the Story
Arrival in Kutaisi and the beginning of the family journey. Kutaisi is one of
Georgia’s oldest cities and a place connected with the legend of the Golden
Fleece, making it a natural starting point for the story.
The program includes a relaxed walk through the city and a visit to a local
market — a colourful first encounter with Georgia through fruit, spices, sweets, cheese, bread and everyday life. In the evening, dinner in a local setting introduces the family to Georgian hospitality in a calm and easy way.
Day 2 Prometheus Cave and First Hands-on Experiences
A day that naturally captures the imagination. The program includes a visit to Prometheus Cave — a vast underground world of stalactites, tunnels and
illuminated chambers. For children, it feels like entering a hidden kingdom; for adults, it is one of western Georgia’s most impressive natural sites.
In the afternoon, the program includes a simple culinary workshop, such as
preparing traditional Georgian dishes or bread, depending on the final
arrangement. This day combines discovery with hands-on experience, making it more engaging than standard sightseeing.
Day 3
Martvili Canyon and the Road to the Mountains
The day begins with Martvili Canyon, where the family can enjoy a walk and, weather permitting, a short boat experience among rock formations, greenery and clear water. Later, the journey continues towards the Caucasus. The landscape begins to change — from the softer, greener west of Georgia to more dramatic mountain scenery. This transition becomes part of the adventure, preparing the family for the highland world of Svaneti.
Day 4
Mestia and the Svan world
A day in Mestia, the main town of Svaneti and one of Georgia’s most distinctive mountain regions. For centuries, Svaneti remained relatively isolated, preserving its own traditions, architecture and strong local identity.
The program includes time to see the famous stone defensive towers, visit the local museum and discover the atmosphere of a high-mountain town
surrounded by some of the highest peaks of the Caucasus.
This is where the journey changes character: less obvious, more remote and
full of mountain stories.
Day 5
Ushguli and high mountains
A full-day excursion to Ushguli, one of the highest permanently inhabited
villages in Europe and one of the most iconic places in Svaneti.
The route leads through mountain roads, traditional villages and dramatic
landscapes. In Ushguli, the family walks among medieval stone towers, with
views towards the Shkhara glacier and the high peaks of the Caucasus.
This is one of the strongest moments of the journey: wide open space, silence, mountain air and a landscape that feels completely different from everyday life.
Day 6 From the Mountains to the Black Sea
Departure from Svaneti and transfer towards the Black Sea coast. The day is built around a clear change of scenery — from cool alpine landscapes and stone towers to a warmer coastal setting. The journey allows families to rest after the mountain part of the program and enjoy a slower rhythm on arrival by the sea. Depending on timing, there may be time for a short walk, dinner or simply relaxing after the transfer.
Day 7
Batumi and contemporary Georgia
A slower family day in Batumi, Georgia’s main coastal city. The program may include a walk along the seaside boulevard, the city centre, selected viewpoints and a ride on the Argo cable car for views over the Black Sea and the surrounding hills. Batumi adds a different layer to the journey: modern Georgia, coastal atmosphere, subtropical greenery and time to enjoy the sea without pressure.
Day 8
Tea, gardens and slow discovery
A more flexible day on the Black Sea coast. Depending on the season and the family’s rhythm, the day may include a visit to tea plantations, Batumi Botanical Garden, a gentle walk or time by the sea.
This is a slower moment in the journey — a chance to rest, breathe and enjoy Georgia without rushing.
Day 9
From the sea to southern Georgia
After breakfast, we leave the coast and travel towards southern Georgia. The landscape changes again: from humid seaside greenery to valleys, hills and the more dramatic scenery of Samtskhe.
The day is planned as a comfortable transfer with stops along the way, allowing the family to move gradually towards the final chapter of the journey.
Day 10
Vardzia and the final chapter
Visit to the rock-hewn city of Vardzia — one of the most remarkable places in Georgia. Walking through carved tunnels, chambers and hidden passages becomes a natural conclusion to the journey: a real place that feels almost imaginary.
Transfer to the selected airport or final overnight arrangement, depending on flight schedules.
What’s included
● Accommodation in carefully selected family-friendly properties
● Private transport and all internal transfers according to the route
● Breakfasts and selected meals included in the programme
● Family-friendly experiences, workshops and visits as described in the itinerary
● Local organisation and coordination of the journey
● Travel materials prepared for the group
Not included
● flights
● insurance
● entrance fees (where applicable)
Practical information
●program designed for private family groups from 8 participants
●dates arranged individually
●accommodation standard and selected elements of the program can be
adjusted
●the route includes cities, natural sites, mountain roads, the Black Sea coast
and light walking
●some activities may depend on weather, local conditions, access and
children’s age
●the program can be adapted to the age and pace of the children in the
group
●international flights are not included, but we can advise on the most
convenient arrival and departure options
●travel insurance and entrance fees to paid sites and attractions are not
included unless agreed otherwise
Who this journey is for
This journey is designed for families who want to experience Georgia in a way that feels engaging, comfortable and meaningful for both children and adults.
It is a good fit for families who:
● are travelling with children and want a well-planned route
● prefer stories, legends and real places over standard sightseeing
● want a balance between discovery, nature, culture and time to rest
● enjoy hands-on experiences such as workshops, local food and gentle exploration
● want to see mountains, sea, historic places and everyday Georgian life in one journey
● prefer private transport and flexible pacing instead of a large coach tour
● are looking for a family journey with atmosphere, imagination and local context
This is not a resort-style holiday in one location. It is a carefully designed family journey through Georgia — created for travellers who want their children to remember not only where they went, but what they felt, saw and imagined along the way.
Ask about this family journey
If this journey feels right for your family, send us a message.
We will prepare detailed information, possible dates, a current price proposal and practical recommendations based on your children’s age, travel period, preferred comfort level and final route arrangement.
You do not need to have every detail decided. Tell us who is travelling, when you would like to come and what kind of pace feels right for your family — and we will guide you from there.
