On Georgia's Black Sea coast around Batumi, Adjara combines subtropical hills, highland villages and some of the country's rarest grape varieties.
Signature Grapes of Adjara
Signature Foods
- Adjarian khachapuri (boat-shaped, with egg and butter)
- Black Sea fish and seafood
- Sulguni cheese and fresh dairy
- Corn bread and seasonal tangerines
Insider Tip
Chkhaveri makes light, fragrant wines that sit somewhere between a rosé and a red — a wonderful surprise for those who think they know Georgian wine.
Must-Do Experiences
Taste rare, pink-skinned Chkhaveri in the highlands above the sea
Explore Batumi's Old Town and Seaside Boulevard
Visit the hillside Botanical Garden
Try Adjarian khachapuri at a local table
Best Time to Visit
May–June
Pleasant coastal weather and lush hillsides
September–October
Harvest season in the highlands
Who Will Love It
- ✓Travellers who love finding rare grapes few visitors taste
- ✓Beach-and-vineyard combination seekers
- ✓Foodies drawn to cheese-rich Georgian cooking
- ✓Couples wanting a gentle, scenic stop on the Black Sea
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Adjara Itineraries
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