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Old Town and Beyond: A Tbilisi Silk Road Feast

From$125
7 hours
Max 7 people
Tbilisi, Georgia

About this activity

Embark on a Tbilisi Silk Road Feast—savor artisan cheeses, honeys, handmade khinkali, natural kvevri wines, and more, as you explore a city where cultures merge.

Highlights

  • Learn about the city's unique intersection of cultures
  • Visit to a traditional Azeri teahouse
  • Samples of artesanal, small-scale produced Georgian specialties
  • Tasting of natural kvevri wines
  • Eating a delicious handmade khinkali

Full description

On our Tbilisi food tour we'll start with a cup of expertly brewed tea before making our way to a shop selling  artesanal products straight from Orthodox monasteries, where we will sample stunning honeys and fresh matsoni, Georgia’s take on yogurt. After a tasting of cheeses at a local grocery, we’ll stop for a plate of handmade khinkali, the utterly addictive dumpling considered Georgia’s national dish. At a charming café we will taste of wide range of flavorful walnut-based spreads and unusual pickles. From there, after popping into the national gallery to get a visual introduction to the Georgian art of feasting, we’ll settle into the quiet courtyard of a hidden restaurant for a belt-popping feast – or supra – of our own, with sizzling and garlicky chicken shkmeruli as the centerpiece. Finally, we will enjoy a tasting of natural kvevri wines (aged in clay vessels), made by a passionate new generation of winemakers deeply respectful of the ancient methods of Georgian winemaking.

Included / Excluded

  • All food consumed on the walk
  • Culinary Backstreets Guide
  • Alcohol sampled
  • Transportation to and from the meeting point

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour is conducted in English; proficiency is recommended.
  • Some stops may not be suitable for individuals with mobility impairments due to stairs and uneven terrain.
  • The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather conditions.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for the cobblestone streets.
  • Bring a light jacket or sweater as evenings can be cool.
  • Ensure you have a valid ID if you plan to participate in wine tasting.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

More than one week before the beginning of the activity: 90% Refund Less than one week before the beginning of the activity: 50% Refund Less than 72 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: No Refund

Reviews

5.0(30 reviews)
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Erin McCaughey
Aug 2026
5.0

The tour was awesome and we highly recommend. We were expecting a larger group but were excited to show up to a private tour with Kasumi. She made the tour very personal and did an excellent job making the tour feel casual while teaching us lots of new things. She had the cultural knowledge and also mentioned that she continues to learn every time she takes a new group around. Some of the restaurants and shops we stopped at had lovely owners and workers, who were willing to teach us and share their knowledge happily. It was a good mix of foods and Kasumi made sure we were well hydrated and had plenty of time to rest on a hot day. We had a great day and we highly recommend it!

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Lynda Royal
Jul 2026
5.0

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Ken. He is an interested and interesting tour guide and it was a wonderful well-paced day. This was our second time doing this tour in Tokyo. No regrets, worth every cent. Culinary Backstreets Tours are the best food tours we have done everywhere in the world.

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Justin Markley
Jun 2026
5.0

We really enjoyed our tour with Dennis, great food and conversation! It was a great introduction to Tokyo and we really appreciated all his helpful tips for navigating the city

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