Embark on a captivating production tour in Georgia to delve into dairy cow management, milking practices, and dairy processing. Explore sheep and goat farming, sample various dairy products, and immerse yourself in a rich cultural experience during your unforgettable Georgia trip.

Group Size
2-40
Transportation
Bus, airplane
Accomodation
3 or 4 Stars Hotels
Tour Pace
Easy
Arrival on
Tbilisi
Departure from
Tbilisi
Best season
Summer, Autumn, Spring
Tour type
Agricultural Study Tour, Sightseeing
Language
English, Spanish, French, German
Meals
Full-board

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

Overview

Embark on a 5-day immersive dairy production tour in Georgia, centered around the vibrant city of Tbilisi. Engage with local farmers, explore cheese and yogurt production facilities, delve into the intricacies of dairy processing, storage, and distribution. Experience the rich culture and culinary delights of Georgia alongside in-depth discussions and hands-on experiences tailored for farmers seeking to enhance their knowledge and practices in the dairy industry.

Highlights

Farm Visits
Cheese & Yogurt Production
Dairy Processing
Storage & Distribution
Cultural Immersion
Networking Opportunities
Exploring Tbilisi
Hands-On Learning
Gastronomic Delights

Day 1 :

Arrival in Tbilisi

Morning: 🛬 Arrive in Tbilisi. Check into your hotel. Orientation session on the itinerary for the next five days. Introductions and networking among the participants. Afternoon: 🐄 Lunch at a traditional Georgian restaurant. Visit a local dairy farm: Tour the farm and observe milking processes. Learn about feeding and breeding practices. Engage in discussions with farm owners about challenges and successes in dairy production. Evening: 🍽️ Dinner at a local restaurant. Free time to explore Tbilisi's Old Town. Optional: Visit a traditional Georgian wine bar for a taste of local wines.

Day 2 :

Exploring Dairy Farms

Morning: 🧀 Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for the first farm visit. Visit a dairy farm specializing in cheese production: Witness cheese-making processes. Learn about different types of cheese produced. Discuss marketing and distribution strategies with the farm owners. Afternoon: 🥛 Lunch at a farm-to-table restaurant featuring dairy products. Visit another dairy farm: Explore facilities for milk processing and packaging. Understand quality control measures implemented. Engage in Q&A session with farm staff. Evening: 🍽️ Return to Tbilisi. Dinner at a Georgian cuisine restaurant. Relaxation time or optional visit to a local Georgian bathhouse for a traditional spa experience.

Day 3 :

Dairy Processing Facilities

Morning: 🥛 Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for dairy processing facilities outside of Tbilisi. Visit a milk processing plant: Tour the facility from receiving raw milk to packaging finished products. Learn about pasteurization and homogenization processes. Discuss challenges in large-scale dairy processing. Afternoon: 🥛 Lunch at a nearby restaurant. Visit a yogurt and dairy dessert production facility: Witness the production of yogurt, ice cream, and other dairy desserts. Understand the importance of product innovation and market trends. Sample various dairy products. Evening: 🍽️ Return to Tbilisi. Dinner at a local restaurant. Enjoy a cultural performance showcasing Georgian traditional music and dance.

Day 4 :

Storage and Distribution

Morning: 🚍 Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for a dairy storage and distribution center. Tour the facility: Learn about cold storage and logistics for dairy products. Understand the role of distribution centers in maintaining product quality. Discuss sustainability practices in storage and transportation. Afternoon: 🧀 Lunch at a nearby restaurant. Visit another dairy distribution center: Explore advanced technology used in inventory management. Discuss supply chain challenges and solutions. Engage in a workshop on optimizing distribution processes. Evening: 🍽️ Return to Tbilisi. Farewell dinner at a traditional Georgian supra (feast), featuring dairy-based dishes. Exchange contact information and farewells with fellow participants.

Day 5 :

Departure

Morning: 🛫 Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out and depart for the airport or your onward journey.