Georgia | Travel Information
Georgia has plenty to attract the visitor. Whether you come for the Great Caucasus, the highest mountains in Europe, wine (because it’s the birthplace), Unesco heritage sites, gleaming seaside resorts, the unique food, or the vibrant multi-cultural capital city, Tbilisi, you are unlikely to leave disappointed.
Here are some useful things to know about Georgia, to help you plan your visit.
- Capital: Tbilisi
- Currency: Georgian Lari (GEL) 1 GEL = €0.31 or £0.27 Currency converter
- Visas: Check for your nationality. Visa-free travel is permitted for up to a year for UK and EU passport holders.
- Electricity & adapters: Standard European plug types (C/F) at 230V; no adapter needed for most European devices.
- When to Go: The best time to visit Georgia is during the shoulder seasons of May-June and September -October. These months offer mild weather, pleasant temperatures for exploring cities and hiking, and fewer crowds. September is ideal for the wine harvest (Rtveli), while July/August are best for high-mountain hiking.
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My Favourite Georgia Experiences
I like to travel independently wherever I can, but sometimes and some places, taking a group tour is absolutely the right decision. Georgia can be one of those places. These are tours I have taken myself paid for with my own money and I can highly recommend them.
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