Step off the beaten path and into the heart of Georgian tradition with this unforgettable day — roam the lush slopes of the mountainous Adjara region, then lose yourself in the open-air wonderland of the Borjgalo Museum, where time slows and craft, culture and history come alive.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Air-conditioned modern coach transport from Batumi and back.
- Service of an experienced tour leader throughout the trip.
- Guided entrance and tour of the Borjgalo Museum.
- All museum entry fees included (at time of booking).
Cost Excludes
- Personal meals, drinks and snacks during the tour.
- Optional tips or gratuities.
- Any extra purchases inside the museum (souvenirs, special photo opportunities).
- Expenses related to optional activities outside the standard itinerary.
- Anything not listed under “Trip Cost Includes”.
Overview
From your hotel in Batumi we’ll whisk you away at 8 AM in a comfortable air-conditioned coach. The journey carries you through the misty hills of Adjara to the charming village of Khelvachauri, where nestled among green slopes sits the Borjgalo Museum. Spanning roughly 3,000 m², this open-air ethnographic treasure showcases wax figures in traditional clothing, wooden houses, craft workshops, and a unique collection of coins and banknotes. You’ll be guided by the museum’s creator himself, absorbing tales of mountain life, folklore, trades of old, and the daily rhythms of the Adjarian people. After immersing in this bygone world, we’ll return to Batumi by around 1 PM, leaving you enriched, inspired and refreshed.
Trip Highlights
- Scenic drive through the mountainous landscapes of Adjara, with sweeping views and fresh air.
- Visit to the Borjgalo Museum’s extensive exhibits: traditional wooden houses, craft workshops, season-old tools, wax figures dressed in national costumes.
- A special guided tour by the museum’s founder, sharing insider stories of Adjarian life and craftsmanship.
- Access to a rare numismatic collection: old Georgian currency, Transcaucasian notes and coins, examples from royal Russia.
- Free time to explore, photograph and savour the museum grounds at your own pace in a serene green setting.
- Comfortable modern coach and a tour leader to guide you every step of the way.