Nokalakevi and Martvili Canyon
Archaeology canyon scenery and historic Salkhino in one day.
- days
- 1 / 0 nights
- Total distance
- 165 km
- Total driving
- 04:00
- Car needed
- Economy class
- Season
- april-october
- Difficulty
- Easy
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A family route from Kutaisi balancing history and nature with manageable transfers.
Day-by-day plan
Kutaisi → Nokalakevi → Martvili Canyon → Salkhino Palace → Kutaisi.
Stops on this route
Archaeology
Nokalakevi (Archaeopolis)
A fortified city from the Lazic Wars above the Tekhuri river — walls, a secret tunnel and an active excavation.
2 hCanyon
Martvili Canyon
A turquoise river between limestone walls, with boardwalks and a short boat ride — Samegrelo's most visited natural site.
2 hMuseum
Salkhino Dadiani Residence
The Dadiani summer estate north of Martvili, with Ojaleshi vines trained up trees and a monastery in the grounds.
1 hTips
- Boat service depends on weather.
- Bring water and a light layer for children.
Booking and enquiries
The easiest way to reach these places is by car — you pick the route and the stops.