EMPOWER & EXPLORE: CELEBRATE WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH WITH GEORGIA’S FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS
Including Tbilisi, Stepantsminda, Juta Village, Mt. Chaukhebi, Kutaisi, Batumi City, and More!
May 1 - 10, 2025
For centuries, Georgia has served to connect civilizations, with the Silk Road, the world’s largest commercial artery, passing through it. Georgia’s mix of natural beauty, medieval history and Soviet influences has made it one of Eastern Europe’s most fascinating destinations. Long hidden behind ‘the curtain’, it has emerged, butterfly-like on travelers’ maps. Boasting hilltop churches, meandering cobbled streets, mountain views and a wine region the French would envy, Georgia is sure to capture your imagination.
Join our company co-founder, Jean, on this specially curated itinerary that is dedicated to exploring female-run businesses, allowing you to savor Georgia's stunning landscapes and delectable cuisine, all while encouraging the economic empowerment of women in the Caucasus region. Georgia is celebrated for its warm hospitality and deep-rooted cultural traditions. Despite its conservative leanings that may influence women's roles, there's an emerging recognition of the importance of gender equality and the impactful roles women play in both the economy and society. This unique journey celebrates and supports the incredible female entrepreneurs of Georgia. Enjoy a voyage filled with community spirit, cultural richness and support for women-led initiatives.
Trip Highlights
Visit the beautiful, lively capital of Tbilsi to see landmarks such as the Sioni Cathedral, Anchiskhati Church, Karavan Saray, Great Synagogue, Peace Bridge, Marionette Theater, the Sulphur Baths District and much more
Partake in a half-day cooking class with a local cook after meeting her at the Dezerteer Bazaar to shop for fresh produce. You’ll make a special eggplant dish, a local cheese bread called Khachapuri, and Khinkali dumplings, perhaps the most famous dish in the country
Tour the Parliament of Georgia
Indulge in a wine-tasting at Pongino Wines, a new producer in the Caucasus, in the town of Sighnaghi and learn about the 8000 year old wine making history in Georgia, including the UNESCO Intangible Heritage designated Qveri wine-making method
Visit the house and museum of Alexander Chavchavadze, a famous 19th century Georgian poet
Shop at the Telavi farmer’s market - a market that dates back to the 17th century, before stopping at the Alaverdi Cathedral
Break bread with the first woman to drive a car in her village at a special stop in Pankisi Region. She’ll share food and non-alcoholic beer and share stories from her life in this area where the Muslim minority of the country lives
Take a 4WD drive to reach the 14th century Gergeti Trinity Church in Stepantsminda
Meet Nino in the village of Juta at her guesthouse and farm to sample Matsoni yogurt, and mountain herbs tea before trekking Mt. Chaukhebi
Drive to the Soviet past of Georgia to see Chiatura before visiting the fascinating cave city of Uplistsikhe
Explore the “pearl of the Black Sea,” the city of Batum, including Era Square and its statue of Medea and the Golden Fleece. Medea is an important part of Georgian women in legends and myths, as she was the first to prepare different kinds of medicines
And much more!