Destination
Ambrolauri (Racha)
The centre of Racha wine country — Khvanchkara, Nikortsminda cathedral and Shaori lake.
How to get to Ambrolauri (Racha)
By car, Ambrolauri (Racha) is about 4 h 50 min from Tbilisi (266 km). The closest airport is Kutaisi International Airport, about 2 h 35 min away by car (124 km). With a driver it is door to door at a fixed price, with stops on the way if you add them. See drivers & prices
From Tbilisi
4 h 50 min
266 km
Which car to take
- Sedan · comfort
- Minivan
- Minibus
- SUV
- Sedan · premium
Paved, but long and steep. Choose a car that is still comfortable after four hours.
Best time to go
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
How long to stay
2–3 days
Not counting the drive there and back.
Main sights
- Nikortsminda Cathedral
- Barakoni Church
- Khotevi and its fortress
- Shaori Lake
- The Khvanchkara vineyards
What people come to see. Ask your driver to stop at any of them.
Worth stopping for
- Kutaisi and Gelati monastery
- Tkibuli and its reservoir
On the way from Tbilisi. Your driver can add any of them to the trip.
Good for
- Wine & cuisine
- Nature
- Culture & history
What to eat here
- Racha ham
- Shkmeruli
- Racha lobiani
The wine: Khvanchkara, the semi-sweet red named after its village.
The cooking of Racha. Ask your driver where people actually eat.
Transfers to Ambrolauri (Racha)
Tours that include it
Questions about Ambrolauri (Racha)
- How far is Ambrolauri (Racha) from Tbilisi?
- About 4 h 50 min by car, 266 km.
- Which airport is closest to Ambrolauri (Racha)?
- Kutaisi International Airport, about 2 h 35 min away by car (124 km).
- When is the best time to visit Ambrolauri (Racha)?
- Spring, summer, and autumn.
- How many days do I need in Ambrolauri (Racha)?
- 2–3 days. Not counting the drive there and back.
