Plan beach days, park routes, hot springs, and full-day trips.

Ureki / Magnetiti Black Sand Beach

Ureki / Magnetiti / Local

Black magnetic sand beach and sunset walk; strongest local attraction for guests staying at DCG.

Free; seasonal beach rides and cafes cost extra.

Ureki Beach playground / promenade zone

Ureki / Local

Simple playground/shore area for short outings without a full trip.

Free; seasonal rides for children cost extra.

Shekvetili Beach

Shekvetili / Local / South

Quieter black-sand beach option near Shekvetili; useful for sunset or relaxed evening.

Free; cafes and parking cost extra.

Shekvetili Dendrological Park

Shekvetili / Local / South

Large peaceful park with rare trees, lakes and animals; excellent easy family stop.

Entry is free; opening days change with the season.

Georgia in Miniatures Park

Shekvetili / Natanebi / Local / South

Small-scale models of major Georgian landmarks; good short cultural stop near Shekvetili.

Around 5-6 GEL for adults; children are often reduced or free.

Musicians’ Park

Shekvetili / Local / South

Outdoor park next to Black Sea Arena with music sculptures, paths and rest areas.

Free to walk around.

Tsitsinatela Amusement Park

Shekvetili / Local / South

Seasonal amusement park in Shekvetili with children/family rides and indoor entertainment zones.

Rides are paid individually, roughly 3-25 GEL each.

Black Sea Arena

Shekvetili / Local / South

Major event venue; useful for guests during concert season and as a night activity.

Ticket prices vary by show.

Kolkheti National Park Visitor Area

Poti / North

Wetlands, lake and river scenery with official boat tour options; one of the strongest north-route activities.

Visitor area entry varies; boat and kayak trips are paid and booked ahead.

Paliastomi Lake / Pichori boat tour

Poti / Paliastomi / North

Official two-hour boat route from Poti across Lake Paliastomi and into the Kolkheti wetlands - a 20 km loop past herons, eagles, turtles and fish, with picnic stops on the bank. Fishing can be arranged.

About 350 GEL for up to 10 people or 400 GEL for up to 15, per boat rather than per person. Spring to autumn.

Poti Lighthouse / coastal walk

Poti / North

Simple coastal stop to combine after Kolkheti / Poti lunch.

Free for the viewpoint and the walk.

Poti St. Virgin Cathedral

Poti / North

Cathedral stop in Poti; useful for a low-cost north route.

Usually free; donations welcome.

Poti Central Park

Poti / coast / North

Simple park stop if guests are already in Poti.

Free.

Kobuleti Beach

Kobuleti / South

Long Black Sea beach and promenade option on the south route.

Free; cafes and parking cost extra.

Kobuleti Protected Areas / Managed Reserve

Kobuleti / South

Sphagnum peat wetland reserve near Kobuleti; good for a gentle nature stop.

Guided and educational visits by arrangement.

Petra Fortress

Tsikhisdziri / Kobuleti / South

Historic fortress with sea views; good stop on route to/from Batumi Botanical Garden.

Around 8 GEL for adults; reduced or free for children.

Kintrishi Protected Areas

Kintrishi / Kobuleti hills / South / Inland

Gorge, arched bridge trail, waterfalls and longer mountain routes; stronger for active guests.

Park access is free; guided and horse routes are paid.

Batumi Botanical Garden

Green Cape / Batumi / South

Large subtropical garden overlooking the sea; one of the best full-day route anchors toward Batumi.

Around 20 GEL for adults.

Batumi Boulevard + Park of Wonders

Batumi / South

Classic Batumi evening walk with sea, fountains, cafes and attractions nearby.

Free; food and attractions cost extra.

Ali & Nino Statue

Batumi / South

Kinetic sculpture on Batumi Boulevard; best as part of an evening city route.

Free.

Argo Cable Car

Batumi / South

Cable car with panoramic view over Batumi and Black Sea.

Cable car tickets for adults and children, with combined options.

Batumi Dolphinarium / Aquarium

Batumi / South

Popular family show / aquarium option in central Batumi.

Show tickets from 30 GEL; the aquarium is 5 GEL.

Mtirala National Park

Chakvistavi / Mtirala / South / Inland

Forest, waterfall, walking trails and adventure add-ons near Chakvistavi. The river is crossed on a hand-pulled cable car, which is the part most guests come back talking about.

Zipline from 20 GEL; other activities are priced separately.

Mtirala Old Key adventure area

Mtirala area / South / Inland

Adventure operator area near Mtirala with supervised outdoor options, to be used only after safety/insurance confirmation.

Prices vary by activity.

Komli Tea Route & Cultural Lunch

Tsitelmta / Guria / East / Inland

Gurian tea, history, farm-to-table food and cultural storytelling. Good inland cultural experience.

Tea tours and dining are priced by tour and menu.

Guria village tea/culture route

Ozurgeti / Guria / East / Inland

A route through Guria's tea country, with local food, small villages and light walking.

Priced by the local provider.

Khino / waterfalls around Kintrishi

Kobuleti / Adjara hills / South / Inland

Waterfall and bridge routes in Kintrishi area for more serious nature day.

A guide or 4x4 may be needed, depending on the route.

Chakvistavi village + forest walk

Mtirala / Chakvistavi / South / Inland

Lighter version of Mtirala day: village, forest, river and simple food stop instead of full hike.

Food and activity extras vary.

Europe Square / Old Batumi walk

Batumi / South

Simple city walk through old Batumi, cafes and architecture; good rainy-day backup.

Free; cafes and museums cost extra.

Batumi Piazza / café stop

Batumi / South

Popular old-city café square; useful as stop during Batumi route.

Cafe and restaurant spend varies.

Miracle Park / Ferris Wheel area

Batumi / South

Easy evening zone near Ali & Nino and boulevard.

Free to walk; the Ferris wheel and attractions are paid.

Kaprovani / quiet coastal walk

Kaprovani / Shekvetili coast / North / Local

Quiet coastal strip for guests who want less crowded beach option.

Free.

Seasonal beach rides / banana boat / horse on beach

Ureki / beachfront / Local

Seasonal beach rides in Ureki - banana boat, horse rides and similar - when operators are running.

Seasonal beach rides, around 10 GEL each.

Simple sunset picnic plan

DCG / beach / West / Local

Self-guided sunset picnic / beach blanket idea for guests who do not want to drive.

Bring your own food, or add a DCG picnic.

Shekvetili family triangle: Dendro + Miniatures + Musicians Park

Shekvetili / Local / South

Best simple half-day plan around Shekvetili with three easy attractions close together.

Mostly free; the Miniatures park is ticketed.

Kolkheti + Poti easy nature day

Poti / Kolkheti / North

Ready-made north day: Kolkheti visitor area/boat + Poti coastal/city stop.

Fuel, plus an optional boat trip and food.

Batumi classic full-day route

Batumi / South

Classic one-day route to Batumi while returning to sleep at the cottages.

Garden, cable car or dolphinarium tickets, plus food and parking.

Guria culture half-day route

Guria / East / Inland

Tea, local food and light Gurian culture route for guests who want something different from the beach.

Tea, culture and dining are priced by the provider.

Gomi Mountain sunset route

Guria hills / East / Inland

Potential mountain sunset route from Guria; strong visual experience if road/weather are good.

Fuel and driver; a guide or 4x4 may be needed.

Martvili Canyon

Imereti / Far / Full Day

Beautiful canyon and boat walk; only for full-day long-distance guests.

Adult tickets and a boat service; prices vary.

Prometheus Cave

Imereti / Far / Full Day

Large cave system near Kutaisi; good rainy-day full-day option if guests accept drive.

Ticket prices vary; the boat option costs extra.

Kutaisi city / Colchis Fountain / Bagrati Cathedral

Kutaisi / Far / Full Day

City/culture day for guests wanting a non-beach full-day trip.

Many sights are free; museums and food cost extra.

Old Bridge Cafe

Kobuleti / Shekvetili / Local / South

Possible café stop between activities; only include if quality remains good.

Cafe prices are low to moderate.

Camp Itara

Melekeduri / Guria / Local / South

A quiet nature and campground stop in the Guria hills, good for a slow afternoon.

Ask us about access for outside visitors.

Rainy day simple plan: cafés + indoor amusement

Ureki / DCG / Local

Fallback route using nearby cafés and indoor zones at Tsitsinatela if operating.

Cafe and indoor ride prices vary.

Tskaltubo thermal spa area

Tskaltubo / Imereti / Far / Full Day

A wellness-focused full-day route toward the historic Tskaltubo spa area. Best for guests who want a calmer indoor-style trip instead of another beach day.

Spa and pool prices vary by facility.

Nokalakevi hot springs / Tekhuri valley

Samegrelo / Nokalakevi / Far / Full Day

A natural hot-spring-style full-day route toward Nokalakevi and the Tekhuri valley, best with a private driver and a local access check.

Costs depend on transport, guide and the access point.

Abanotubani sulfur baths for Tbilisi stopover

Tbilisi / Far / Tbilisi

A good add-on for guests already passing through Tbilisi: private sulfur bath rooms, old town walk, and dinner.

Private room prices vary by bathhouse and time of day.

Makhuntseti adventure park: jeep, zipline & shooting

Makhuntseti / Keda / South / Inland

A mountain-adventure base near Makhuntseti with a 4x4 jeep route, 750 m zipline, an operator-advertised shooting range, ATV, buggy and rafting options. Book activities separately and confirm the range type, age, weight, weather and availability rules directly.

Published options start at 50 GEL; the listed 1.5-hour jeep tour is 200 GEL. Confirm current rates before leaving.

Batumi jet ski & sea sports

Batumi seafront / Magnolia / South

Seasonal sea-sport options on Batumi's waterfront, including jet ski, parasailing and speed-boat rides. The listed jet-ski operator includes safety equipment and a briefing; always confirm sea conditions and current participation rules.

Published jet-ski sessions start at 100 GEL for 10 minutes. Confirm current prices and operating conditions directly.

Vardzia cave city

Vardzia / Samtskhe-Javakheti / Far / South

A 12th-century rock-cut monastery city with cliff chambers, tunnels and celebrated frescoes. From Ureki this is an overnight or two-day route, not a casual day trip.

Expect steps, tunnels and uneven surfaces; wear sturdy shoes and pair the visit with an overnight stop around Akhaltsikhe.

Holy Trinity Cathedral (Sameba), Tbilisi

Tbilisi / Elia Hill / Far / Tbilisi

Tbilisi's monumental Holy Trinity Cathedral on Elia Hill, best included in a Tbilisi overnight rather than driven as a day trip from Ureki.

Dress respectfully, keep voices low, and ask before photographing services or interior worshippers.

Uplistsikhe cave town

Uplistsikhe / Gori / Far / East

An ancient rock-hewn town above the Mtkvari valley, with carved streets, halls, wine presses and a river tunnel. Plan it as a Gori stop or overnight from Ureki.

The rock is exposed, steep and uneven; choose dry-weather footwear and keep children close near open edges.

Goderdzi ski resort

Goderdzi / Adjara highlands / Far / Adjara highlands

Adjara's high-mountain ski resort with a beginner teaching area and pistes for progressing skiers. Winter roads can make the journey slow, so stay overnight and arrange a suitable transfer.

Seasonal: snow, lift and road conditions change. Use marked pistes, a helmet, suitable winter-sports insurance and a qualified instructor or guide where needed.

Bakuriani ski resort

Bakuriani / Samtskhe-Javakheti / Far / Central Georgia

A family-friendly winter base with Didveli, Kokhta and Mitarbi ski areas, instruction and terrain for different levels. Treat it as a separate stay from Ureki.

Seasonal: snow, lift and road conditions change. Use marked pistes, a helmet, suitable winter-sports insurance and a qualified instructor or guide where needed.

Gudauri ski resort

Gudauri / Greater Caucasus / Far / North-east Georgia

Georgia's large high-altitude ski destination with marked terrain, ski schools and rentals for different levels. The final mountain road can be difficult in snow, so plan several nights and check conditions.

Seasonal: snow, lift and road conditions change. Use marked pistes, a helmet, suitable winter-sports insurance and a qualified instructor or guide where needed.

Hatsvali ski resort (Mestia)

Mestia / Hatsvali / Far / Svaneti

A forested ski area above Mestia with cable access from town and marked pistes. Keep any freeride or unmarked route for a certified local guide with appropriate avalanche equipment.

Seasonal: snow, lift and road conditions change. Use marked pistes, a helmet, suitable winter-sports insurance and a qualified instructor or guide where needed.

Tetnuldi ski resort (Mestia)

Mestia / Tetnuldi / Far / Svaneti

A high Svaneti ski area outside Mestia with long marked runs and fewer slope-side services. Use a suitable transfer, allow several nights, and take a certified guide for any off-piste route.

Seasonal: snow, lift and road conditions change. Use marked pistes, a helmet, suitable winter-sports insurance and a qualified instructor or guide where needed.

Lake Ritsa (Abkhazia) — travel advisory

Abkhazia / Occupied territory / Not offered

Lake Ritsa is in Abkhazia, a Russian-occupied region of Georgia. Dream Cottages does not offer this route: access, legality, border conditions and emergency assistance are serious concerns.

Information only — no directions, booking link or map pin is provided. Do not attempt a route based on old blogs or informal border advice.

Ozurgeti History Museum

Ozurgeti / Guria / Near

Small regional museum in Ozurgeti with Bronze and Iron Age finds from local excavations, including material from the Ureki-Tsvermagala site down the road. A short indoor stop for a wet afternoon.

Small entrance fee, usually under 10 GEL.

Taba Tea House and tea garden

Ozurgeti / Guria / Near

Working tea house and garden in Guria's tea country: tasting, a walk through the bushes and simple local food. Pairs naturally with the village and culture routes nearby.

Tasting and food paid on site; usually modest.

Free Local Beach & Sunset

Local

Free / fuel only

Easy Shekvetili Family Half-Day

Local / South

Free-Low

Shekvetili Evening with Kids

Local / South

Up to 50 GEL

North Nature Day: Kolkheti + Poti

North

Free-Medium

Kobuleti Nature & History Half-Day

South

Free-Low

Batumi Classic Full Day

South

Medium

Batumi Rainy-Day Backup

South

Medium

Mtirala Forest & Waterfall Day

South / Inland

Free-Medium

Guria Tea & Culture Half-Day

East / Inland

Medium

Long Full-Day Canyon/Cave Route

Far / Imereti

Medium + fuel

Quiet Couple Sunset Plan

Local

Free-Low