Culinary Adventure Through Tbilisi’s Dezerter’s Bazaar

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Duration

6 hours 30 minutes

Type

Guided

Difficulty

Easy

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Bazar Tour – A Culinary Adventure Through Tbilisi’s Dezerter’s Bazaar

This tour takes you deep into Tbilisi’s legendary Dezerter’s Bazaar, one of the city's most vibrant and authentic cultural landmarks, where few travelers venture. You'll explore the buzzing wholesale market side-by-side with a professional local guide, meeting the farmers, foragers, and food artisans who shape Georgian cuisine from the ground up.

This isn’t just a food tour, it’s a cultural deep dive. You’ll gain insider knowledge, personal connections, and a richer understanding of Georgia’s unique culinary traditions and hospitality. Whether you're a food lover, a culture seeker, or simply curious, this tour leaves you with unforgettable tastes, stories, and moments only a local can provide.

Inclusions

Experienced Professional Guide – Passionate and knowledgeable local expert
Transportation – Comfortable taxi rides between locations
Bazaar Tastings – Includes Georgian wine, chacha, and food samples directly from market vendors
Lunch at Shavi Lomi – A full traditional meal at one of Tbilisi’s most iconic Georgian restaurants
Natural Wine Tasting – Exclusive tasting at a renowned natural wine bar in Tbilisi
All Entrance & Admission Fees
Complimentary Bottled Water
Photo & Video Shooting Throughout the Tour
We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
Food & drinks

Tour Plan

Itinerary

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Stage 1

Meeting Point: Fountain near Rustaveli Metro

Stage 2

Step into the heart of Georgian gastronomy with our Bazar Tour, an immersive exploration of Tbilisi’s iconic Dezerter’s Bazaar—named after the soldiers who, according to legend, deserted the Czar’s army and sold their gear here before vanishing into the hills. Today, this chaotic and colorful market pulses with life, offering a sensory overload of fresh produce, spices, cheeses, and more.

Stage 3

Our tour dives into the wholesale farmer's market section—where many of the city's best restaurants and small shops source their ingredients. Meet passionate local merchants, sample seasonal produce, and discover the hidden stories behind Georgia’s world-renowned cuisine. This is your perfect introduction to the flavors, hospitality, and culture that define Georgian food.

Stage 4

After the market, we hop in a taxi to enjoy a traditional Georgian lunch at a local favorite.

Stage 5

From there, we end the day at one of Tbilisi’s top natural wine bars for a private wine tasting experience featuring unique Georgian wines you won’t find anywhere else.