Georgia in October: where to go? Reviews

During the USSR, the trip to Georgia was considered a special glamor, to get to its resorts - the cherished dream of the majority of Soviet citizens. With the opening of borders and the emergence of the tourism market, more and more Russians preferred Georgia to Turkey, Egypt, Thailand and Europe. However, in the last couple of years the popularity of the former Soviet republics has been restored again. Tourists are increasingly choosing the place of rest for Georgia, and having gone there once, they understand that they will not be able to return.

In Georgia it's good all year round, in summer there are beaches and gentle Black Sea, in the winter - high-end ski resorts, but especially good Georgia in October is a velvet season that begins in late September and lasts all October.

Features of the season

We can say with certainty that Georgia in September - early October is beautiful as at any other time of the year. In October, it's still warm, and the coast is even hot, so that in good weather you can swim and sunbathe. In some highland resorts, you can already ski. And you can turn it in one day, you will agree, an unforgettable experience.

The second half of October can be as warm and less fortunate in good weather, and how lucky it is. But swimming at the end of the month is no longer possible, the swimming season on the Black Sea officially lasts until the end of September, but with hot weather in the first weeks of October the sea is still warm enough. Also, the end of the season is often accompanied by cloudiness, which does not prevent sunbathing at high air temperature - ultraviolet rays perfectly penetrate through the clouds.

Also, in October, Georgia is good because at that time they harvest a rich harvest of fruits and grapes, which means that not only abundance, but also pleasant prices await tourists. In late September - early October, they gather the main fruits and vegetables, and by the end of the month citrus fruits are ripening. During the same period, Georgia hosts the ancient national harvest festival of Rtveli. This event will mark the harvesting of grapes and the filling of vessels with fresh wine. Naturally, for this you need to drink wine last year, which is done on long family feasts.

Georgia in October will give another plus - these are prices. The high season has already come to an end, the cost of flight, as well as accommodation will be 20 percent lower. And tourists are less than in the summer, which can also be considered a plus.

What is the weather like in Georgia in October?

We can say that the best climate for a country that is fenced off from the center of the continent by mountains. On our continent, the largest and coldest, the Caucasian mountains have successfully fenced off Georgia. That is why in its larger territory it is warm all year round. Also, meteorologists and geographers use the term "zero isotherm of January", which means that, where this line passes, at sea level, the temperature in winter does not fall below zero. Such a line passes through the Caucasus, which means that there is almost no snow on the low-lying territories of Georgia, for example, in the Western or Central part of Georgia, or in the period of January-February there may be slight frosts. That is why Georgia in October will still be pleased with the warmth and even the opportunity to swim in the sea.

However, a high humidity, which always begins with the advent of autumn, can interfere with comfortable sunbathing and bathing. Also, storms and showers are possible, especially by the end of the month. In addition to precipitation, such phenomena pollute the coastal waters, which means that it will not be possible to swim exactly.

As for the air temperature, it strongly depends on the location. In the coastal regions of Georgia in early October will please the average temperature from +18 to +24 degrees, occasionally to +28. The sea is rarely warmer than +23, and by the end of the month no more than +18 degrees.

In Kutaisi, for example, it is colder, often in October there may be +10, and only +8 degrees. But there are good weather - up to +20 in the afternoon. Approximately the same in Tbilisi, only the nights are even colder, so take warm clothes and a jacket for evening walks. But in the capital in October it is almost always very sunny and walking around the city is very pleasant. Note that Georgia in late October differs cloudy and rainy weather, mainly on the coast, but there are also seasons when precipitation in October practically does not fall out.

Tbilisi

This city is not only the capital of Georgia, but also an amazing ancient point, the hospitable heart of the country, where it's so nice to come in the fall, when crowds of tourists have slipped, and find out more about this place.

Inspection of local attractions will take more than one day. Start with the most ancient, for example, from the fortress Narikala, which was built in the 4th century, and maybe earlier. It offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding area, and inside there is the ancient church of David and the cemetery. Even a trip to the fortress is interesting - you can get there by cable car or walk on foot, viewing the magnificent nature.

In the city itself there are many antiquities - temples and churches, cathedrals, ancient houses. Even the streets, close and winding, are very colorful, and for them it is simply impossible to stop walking, which Georgia has very good in October. Reviews of tourists are highly recommended, after walking, to go to the sulfur baths that gave both the name and the beginning of the city, and then welcome to one of the old traditional kebabs where you immerse yourself in the world of Georgian hospitality.

Kutaisi

The second major city after the capital is in Georgia. This is an ancient city, which until the 2nd century was the capital of Georgia, here for centuries the crowned Georgian kings. When the capital was moved to Tbilisi in 1122, this city continued to develop, today it is surrounded by ancient architecture and modern buildings, as well as industry is widespread.

Rest in Georgia in October, subject to selection of Kutaisi, is attractive in that it will allow you to slowly enjoy local hospitality and see the sights. Reviews are advised to inspect the hill Ukemerion, which people settled in the Bronze Age, with the temple of Bagrat erected in it in 1003. Or look around the ruins of the palace of Geguti, where, according to legend, the queen Tamara lived , as well as the Sataplia nature reserve, where the true traces of dinosaurs were preserved.

Batumi

It is the sea gate of Georgia - a healing resort on the Black Sea coast, the capital of Adjara. At the very beginning of October, it is almost always possible to swim, of course, the water is not the same as in summer, but it invigorates, and you can sunbathe if there is not a strong wind from the sea. In the evenings it is pleasant to stroll along the long boulevard along the shore, but tourists who have been here in October advise to take a thin jacket in case of the same winds. Here you can dine in a cafe with a beautiful view of the sunset and ride on the Ferris wheel.

You can stop in Batumi in one of dozens of hotels or guest houses, in boarding houses and health resorts - there are a lot of proposals in autumn.

The city itself is very interesting, especially its old part with ancient squares and ancient streets. The most interesting plot is from Baratashvili Street to the port. In addition to the port itself, on a small stretch of streets you can see the Armenian church, the Greek church, the synagogue, the cathedral, the mosque and the Orthodox church. Be sure to visit the botanical garden and the lake Nurigel, where the dolphinarium and water park.

Borjomi

This balneological resort is known all over the world, and the mineral water from its sources is familiar to everyone, for it is the pot-bellied glass bottles of Borjomi, the leader in export from the country.

In Borjomi many sanatoriums, where you can improve your health all year round. The region is rich in historical sites - the palace of the Romanovs' house, the Likani palace, the ruins of ancient fortresses - more than 200 unique objects.

In October it's already pretty cool, around +15 in the afternoon, but it's great weather to go to nearby Bakuriani, where the ski resort is located.

Samegrelo

This region of Western Georgia is also called Megrelia, a land with a rich history. Once upon a time in these territories the Kolkhid kingdom was located with the alleged capital of Nokalakevi, which has survived to this day, and Byzantine lands. In addition to a large number of religious shrines, Samegrelo is also interesting in the medieval palace of Dadiani.

In addition to antiquities, the region is noteworthy and the location of the Kolkheti park with the sites of the tropical forest that was formed 65 million years ago, as well as the ski resorts. Since part of the territory is located on the Black Sea coast, and some on the foothills of the Caucasian ridge, in October you can ski here and on the beach try to catch the last autumn warm sun.

Kakheti

This wine region, we have already mentioned the Rtveli vintage. It is traditionally celebrated in the beginning-middle of October in the families of winemakers. And since in Kakheti almost every house owns vineyards - in October it is worth traveling here. At this time, the wine flows here literally at every turn.

In addition to wine, this region is famous for its fortresses and ancient monasteries, as well as palaces scattered along the Alazani Valley.

Prices for tours in October

In today's tourism sector, tours to Georgia in October are in the middle price segment, which means that the trip there can get very budgetary, especially in the autumn, when the tourist season is already over.

So, a trip to Tbilisi from Moscow for 5 nights will cost one tourist only 25 thousand rubles. This price includes a flight and a transfer, hotel accommodation in 2-3 stars and honey. insurance. Accommodation in a 5 star hotel for the same 5 nights will cost a bit more - 40 thousand.

Of course, it's more expensive to fly from Novosibirsk or Yekaterinburg. Tour in Tbilisi for the same 5 nights will cost from 55 thousand rubles, and a trip to the resort of Batumi for a week will cost about 40 thousand per person.

How much is an independent trip

You can go by yourself. So, tickets from Novosibirsk to Tbilisi and back with a transfer in Moscow or Astana cost only 30 thousand rubles per person. From Moscow, of course, cheaper - in the range of 18-20 thousand, and the number in the most simple mini-hotel in Tbilisi will cost 1000-1200 rubles per day. For the same money you can live in Borjomi or in Kutaisi in October.