Visit Racha's historical monuments, enjoy the splendid views and raft on the Rioni River, a perfect activity for extreme sport lovers
Its beautiful canyons distinguish the River Rioni. The river enables extreme activity lovers to go through all the rafting challenges that comply with world standards and are recommended for tourists. The tour starts in Tkibuli town, where you'll hike to St. George shrine called Tskhrajvari (nine crosses). You'll be treated by a gorgeous view of the whole city and its neighboring villages and lakes. After the hike, you will drive to the village of Nikortsminda, where you will visit the 10th-century domed church of Nikortsminda. Rafting is planned for the second and third days. On the first day, you will ride 30km by boat starting from the town of Oni and ending in Ambrolauri. The activity lasts about three hours. Afterward, you will visit a Waterfall of Love. The next day rafting starts in the village of Chrebalo and finishes in Orkhevi. The distance here is 30km as well. However, it's slightly more complicated than the previous day. Once you complete the activity, you will visit Orkhevi Waterfall.