Trip Highlights
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Art Workshop
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Gergeti Trinity Church
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Georgian Food
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Bread Making
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Exclusive surprise retreat kit from Manushree
DAY 1
Welcome to Tbilisi
- Arrive at Tbilisi International Airport, where you'll be greeted and transferred to your hotel. The flight from India typically lands very late at night ( 2 am)
- Check-in and take time to relax after your journey.
DAY 2
Tbilisi Cultural Tour
- Morning: Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel
- Embark on a guided Tbilisi sightseeing tour:
- Metekhi Church – A historic riverside church with a stunning city view.
- Narikala Fortress – Take in breathtaking panoramic views of Tbilisi.
- Sulphur Bath District – Walk past the
colorful domed bathhouses - Sioni Cathedral & Anchiskhati Basilica
- Rezo Gabriadze Theatre’s Clock Tower
- Bridge of Peace & Rike Park – A modern contrast to the city's historical charm.
Evening: Cultural Meet & Greet Dinner at a traditional Georgian restaurant, where you’ll experience a supra (feast).
DAY 3
Trip to Gudauri (Workshop Part 1)
After breakfast, check out and enjoy a scenic drive to Gudauri, a renowned Caucasus mountain resort.
En Route Stops:
- A 6th-century UNESCO site with panoramic views.
- Historic fortress with views of Zhinvali Reservoir.
- Breathtaking views of the Greater Caucasus Mountains.
- Introduction to loose florals
All about materials, watercolor techniques (water to paint ratios, washes, wet on wet, wet on dry, damp on dry, glazing), brush holding and stroke practice drills, loose florals ( 5 petal flowers, roses, daisies ) variety of leaves and painting a wreath.
- Q&A session 15 minutes
Enjoy a specially curated Indian dinner at a local restaurant, offering familiar flavors amidst the Georgian mountains. Free time to relax or take a short evening stroll around the resort area.
DAY 4
Hike to Gergeti Trinity Church
- Breakfast at the hotel before checking out.
- Morning excursion to Gergeti
- Trinity Church: Go on a hike to Gergeti Trinity Church, a stunning 14th-century monastery perched at 2,170m, offering breathtaking views of Mount Kazbegi.
- Scenic return drive to Tbilisi, with optional brief stops for photography.
- Check back into the hotel in Tbilisi for a relaxing night.
DAY 5
Art Workshop Part 2
Start the day with an early breakfast before departing for Kakheti
Kakheti Experience Highlights:
- Bead-Making Session: Take part in a hands-on bead-making workshop, learning traditional techniques and creating your own unique pieces inspired by Georgian design.
- Participate in an engaging session on learning the art of selling patterns, offering insights into turning artistic designs into marketable products.
• Color theory and color mixing basics
• Color mixing drills
• Painting from life
•Filler elements ( small filler flowers, berries, ferns and leaves)
• Masking fluid technique
• Painting a loose florals bouquet
• Q&A session 15 minutes
After the session, take a leisurely stroll around the town, visiting local craft markets for unique handmade souvenirs.Return to Tbilisi in the evening and enjoy free time to explore at your leisure.
Day 6
Shopping in Tbilisi
- Check out after breakfast and embark on a relaxed sightseeing and shopping tour before heading to the airport:
- Visit the Dry Bridge Market, famous for its antiques, artwork, and handmade crafts.
- Explore Fabrika Tbilisi, a vibrant urban space filled with art studios, boutiques, and graffiti murals.
- Last-minute shopping for souvenirs, wine, and traditional textiles.
- Farewell Lunch/Dinner at a charming café to reflect on the artistic journey.
- Airport drop-off for departure.
About the host
Manushree Mishra is a self-taught watercolor artist, surface pattern designer, author, and creative educator based in Delhi, India. With a background in software development and UX design, she brings a structured yet soulful approach to her art — combining problem-solving, visual thinking, and a love for beauty in equal measure. Over the past seven years, she’s built a thriving art practice focused on watercolor florals, color theory, and nature-inspired storytelling. Her mission is simple yet powerful: to help others reconnect with their creative voice and find joy in the everyday act of making. Manushree is the author of Contemporary Color Theory and Watercolor Flowers and has taught over 50,000 students around the world through her in-person workshops and creative classes. Her approachable, generous teaching style is beloved by students of all levels — because she meets people where they are, celebrates their individuality, and teaches from a place of genuine encouragement. Through her watercolor work and creative guidance, she helps others build confidence, explore their unique style, and fall in love with the process of painting. Follow her on Instagram @thewhimsicalcreative or visitthewhimsicalcreative.comto learn more.
