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Georgia

Tbilisi and Vardzia

Very safe and very cheap for a solo trip: a capital full of character, a giant hilltop monument and a whole monastery carved into a cliff.

Best time: May, June, September and October

Before you pack

Good to know

Capital
Tbilisi
Currency
Georgian lari (GEL)
Language
Georgian
Say hello
GamarjobaThank you: Madloba
Plugs
Type C and F (two round pins)
Tap water
Generally safe in Tbilisi
Pick your dates

When to go

May, June, September and October: warm days, cooler nights.

From my own trips

My Georgia guide

Start here Solo Travel in Georgia: Tbilisi & Vardzia on a Budget My solo trip to Georgia: is it safe for women, Tbilisi's Old Town and Narikala, the Chronicles of Georgia, a Vardzia day tour and what 5 days cost. Read the guide →
Getting in

Visa & entry

  • EU, UK and US passports: visa-free for up to a year.
  • Indian passports need a visa or e-visa (some exceptions if you hold certain US, UK or Schengen visas).
Check the official sites

General info for the most common passports, checked November 2026. Rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice, so always confirm on the official site before you book.

Quick answers

Georgia FAQ

When is the best time to visit Georgia?

May, June, September and October: warm days, cooler nights.

What currency does Georgia use?

Georgian lari (GEL).

What language do they speak in Georgia?

Georgian. Hello is "Gamarjoba" and thank you is "Madloba".

Can you drink the tap water in Georgia?

Generally safe in Tbilisi.

What plugs does Georgia use?

Type C and F (two round pins). Pack a universal adapter if yours are different.

Do I need a visa for Georgia?

EU, UK and US passports: visa-free for up to a year. Indian passports need a visa or e-visa (some exceptions if you hold certain US, UK or Schengen visas). Rules change, so check the official site (https://www.geoconsul.gov.ge/) before you book.

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