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Culinary Adventure Through Tbilisi’s Dezerter’s Bazaar

From $205 • 6 hours 30 minutes • Tusheti Travel • Georgia, Tbilisi • Meet on location • Free until 1 day before

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Why we love it?

The Culinary Adventure Through Tbilisi’s Dezerter’s Bazaar offers a deep dive into Georgia's rich culinary heritage over a span of 6 hours and 30 minutes. This tour is ideal for food enthusiasts and travelers looking to explore local culture through its vibrant markets and traditional cuisine. Participants will enjoy tastings of Georgian wine, chacha, and various food samples from market vendors, providing an authentic taste of Tbilisi's flavors. The experience is further enriched by a full traditional meal at Shavi Lomi, one of the city's iconic restaurants, and an exclusive natural wine tasting at a renowned wine bar. With transportation provided via comfortable taxi rides, this tour combines convenience with an immersive exploration of Tbilisi's gastronomic scene.

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.

Itinerary

Step 1

Meeting Point: Fountain near Rustaveli Metro

Step 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.

Step 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.

After the market

we hop in a taxi to enjoy a traditional Georgian lunch at a local favorite.

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.