The package price is not your Georgia 7-day trip cost.
Since 1 January 2026, every tourist needs health and accident insurance of at least GEL 30,000, and that policy is a separate purchase.
Your e-Visa fee is charged per traveller, and the official portal does not refund it, even if you are denied.
India’s Union Budget 2026-27 cut the tax collected at source on overseas tour packages to 2%, and it is added on top of what you pay.
A family of four pays the visa fee four times and buys four insurance certificates.
This roadmap shows every line of a one-week Georgia bill and who charges it, current as of 1 October 2026.
What One Week In Georgia Really Costs
Your 7-day Georgia trip cost has six parts.
- Your package or land quote.
- The 2% tax on that package.
- Flights.
- The e-Visa fee for each traveller.
- Mandatory insurance for each traveller.
- Your own spending money.
Only the first line comes from the tour operator.
Georgia Today, relaying national statistics, reported an average spend of GEL 2,187.3 per visit in 2025, with an average stay of 5.6 nights.
At the National Bank of Georgia’s rate on 30 September 2026, US1equalsGEL2.6051,sothatisaboutUS840.
Treat this as a benchmark only.
It covers every nationality, including visitors from neighbouring countries on short trips, and it is not an Indian-traveller figure.
We found no official published budget for Indian tourists.
Here is how the lines fall due.
| Cost Line | Who Charges It | When You Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Package or land quote | Your tour operator | At booking |
| 2% tax on the package | Collected by the seller | When you pay the operator |
| Flights | Your airline or agent | At ticketing |
| E-Visa fee | Georgia's e-Visa portal | During the online application |
| Insurance | Your insurer | Before you travel |
| Spending money | Shops, cafes, drivers | During the trip |
The Seven Cost Lines, One By One
Line 1: Your Package Or Land Quote
A quote is only comparable if it states its basis.
Ask every operator to write these down before you compare totals:
- the price per person and the occupancy it assumes, usually twin-sharing
- the single-traveller supplement, if you travel alone
- which entry fees, cable cars, 4×4 rides and tastings are included
- whether flights and the 2% tax are in the figure or on top
- the cancellation terms
Roaming Legs’ standard packages include a private airport transfer and visa assistance at no extra charge.
You still pay the government visa fee yourself.
Ask every other operator whether their price includes a transfer.
Line 2: The 2% Tax On Your Package
India’s Budget 2026-27 tax reform note says the TCS rate on an overseas tour programme package is reduced to 2%, from 5% and 20%.
KPMG’s tourism note on the same budget confirms the 2% rate.
Neither document gives a threshold or an effective date, so ask your operator how they apply it to your booking.
As plain arithmetic, a ₹1,00,000 package would carry ₹2,000 of tax.
That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
The tax is a deposit against your income tax, not a fee.
Ask for it as a separate line on your invoice, and check that it appears in your Form 26AS before you file your return.
Line 3: Flights
We found no official fare table for India to Tbilisi, and airlines set fares by date and route.
So this blog gives no flight price.
Two rules protect your money.
- Do not buy a non-refundable ticket until your e-Visa decision arrives.
- Match your return date to the stay your approved e-Visa allows.
Routes and airline changes are covered in our guide to how to reach Georgia from India.
Line 4: E-Visa Fee For Every Traveller
The official e-Visa portal states a fee of US$20 plus a 2% service fee.
It says the fee is not refunded if the application is denied or the visa is never used.
Wego’s April 2026 guide reports a separate US15identitycheck,whichtakesthetotaltoaboutUS35.40 per person.
The portal FAQ does not mention that US$15, so confirm the final amount on the payment screen.
The portal says a decision takes not less than 5 working days.
Each traveller needs a separate application, including children.
The portal accepts only Visa and Mastercard, and one card can pay for the whole family.
For four travellers, the base fee alone is 4 × US20.40,whichisUS81.60.
If the identity check applies, add 4 × US$15.
Line 5: Mandatory Insurance
Visit Georgia’s explainer on the insurance rule says cover must be at least GEL 30,000 and valid from arrival to departure.
The policy can be Georgian or foreign, on paper or on screen.
It must show:
- the contract parties
- the covered territory
- the subject of insurance
- the start and end dates
- the insured risks
- the coverage limits
- the premium amount, place of payment and payment terms
Check each item on your certificate before you travel.
Canada’s travel advice for Georgia warns that medical services can be expensive and that up-front payment is often required.
It also warns that medical evacuation can be very expensive.
So the GEL 30,000 minimum is a legal floor, not a safe budget.
We found no official premium table, so insurance prices must come from your own quotes.
Ask your operator in writing whether the premium is inside their price.
Line 6: Money On The Ground
Some ground costs have official numbers.
- Tbilisi Airport’s official taxi page lists a fixed GEL 40 to the city centre and GEL 50 to suburban areas.
- Tbilisi Transport Company charges GEL 1 for 90 minutes of metro and bus travel, and the Metromoney card costs GEL 2.
- You must declare cash or instruments above GEL 30,000, or the equivalent, to customs, per Canada’s advice.
Cards can fail outside the cities, so carry some cash for rural stops.
Tbilisi Airport also says foreign citizens can claim a VAT refund before leaving, on goods from shops authorised by the Revenue Service.
We could not confirm the minimum purchase or the refund rate.
Ask the shop for the special refund receipt at the till, not after.
Line 7: Spending Money
The honest way to plan this line is to decide which extras you want.
Typical extras on a Georgia route include:
- a cable car ticket
- a 4×4 ride to a mountain church
- a wine tasting
- shopping
- tips
We found no trusted published price list for these, so we give no per-day figure.
Ask your operator which extras are included, and price the rest from their written list.
If you want a benchmark, use the national average above and adjust it for your pace.
Package Versus Do-It-Yourself: What Changes On The Bill
A package moves some lines inside one price. A do-it-yourself trip moves them onto your card, one by one.
Package Trip
Hotels, meals, vehicle support and some planning lines may sit inside one quoted price. The useful question is what is included, what is excluded and what stays extra.
Do-It-Yourself Trip
- Airport transfer: fixed GEL 40 taxi fare, or an app fare you must check.
- City transport: in Tbilisi you can pay GEL 1 per 90 minutes.
- Mountain legs: Kazbegi and Gudauri need a vehicle, with price based on negotiation or operator.
- Hotels and meals: DIY puts them on your daily spend.
- Visa support: you complete the application yourself either way, and the fee is yours either way.
Planning rule: the question is not which is cheaper. It is which bill you can predict. Ask each option for a written list of what is covered, then add the lines from the ledger above.
Three Things That Move Your Total
Party Size And Per-Person Fees
Visa and insurance multiply with every traveller.
A package quote assumes an occupancy, so a solo traveller usually pays a supplement.
Ask for the supplement amount in writing.
Travel Month
Package prices can change with the month you travel.
Our guide to the best time to visit Georgia shows what each season allows.
A cheaper month can also mean a closed mountain road, so ask what the plan is if a road closes.
Rupee-To-Lari Movement
The lari is what you spend on the ground.
The National Bank of Georgia’s rate was US$1 = GEL 2.6051 on 30 September 2026.
We could not open an official rupee rate for the same day, so we give no rupee conversion.
Convert at your bank’s rate on the day you buy forex.
Add It Up Before You Book: Your Planning Order
- Ask for a written quote that states occupancy, inclusions and whether the 2% tax is on top.
- Add the 2% tax to the package price.
- Check your passport and photo against the e-Visa rules.
- Price the e-Visa as the fee times the number of travellers.
- Fix your dates and check flight fare rules before you buy.
- Get an insurance certificate that shows all seven mandatory details.
- Add a spending line from your own list of extras.
- Add all the lines and compare quotes on the total, not the package price.
For the wider picture, read Georgia trip cost from India.
Mistakes That Cost Money
- Comparing package prices that assume different occupancy.
- Forgetting that visa and insurance are charged per person.
- Buying non-refundable flights before the e-Visa decision.
- Paying the visa with a card that is not Visa or Mastercard.
- Buying insurance that lacks a mandatory detail.
- Skipping the 2% tax when you compare totals.
- Assuming cards work in every village.
- Carrying more than GEL 30,000 in cash without declaring it.
- Asking for a VAT refund after the purchase instead of at the till.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Insurance Included In A Georgia Package Price?
Not automatically.
Insurance is a separate purchase unless your quote says otherwise.
Ask for the line in writing, and check the certificate shows all seven mandatory details.
How Much Is The Georgia E-Visa Fee For A Family Of Four?
The portal states US$20 plus 2% per person.
For four travellers, that is US$81.60.
Wego reports an extra US$15 identity check per person, so confirm the total on the payment screen.
Do I Pay 2% Tax On The Whole Georgia Package?
The Budget 2026-27 documents say the rate is 2% on an overseas tour programme package.
They give no threshold or effective date.
Ask your operator how they apply it to your invoice.
Can I Claim Back The 2% Tax?
It is a deposit against your income tax, not a fee.
It should appear in your Form 26AS.
Ask your tax adviser how to claim it in your return.
Is The Visa Fee Refunded If My Application Is Rejected?
No.
The portal states that fees are not refunded if the application is denied or the visa goes unused.
Check every detail before you pay.
Should I Buy Flights Before The Visa Decision?
Only if the ticket is refundable.
The portal says a decision takes not less than 5 working days.
Apply first, then book, or read the fare rules for free changes.
How Much Cash Can I Carry Into Georgia?
You must declare more than GEL 30,000, or the equivalent, to customs.
Canada's advice says non-compliance can mean fines and confiscation.
Carry less if you can.
Will My Indian Card Work Outside Tbilisi?
Not always.
Canada's advice says credit cards may not be widely accepted in rural areas.
Carry some cash for Kazbegi, Gudauri and Kakheti stops.
What Does A Taxi From Tbilisi Airport Cost?
The official airport taxi charges a fixed GEL 40 to the city centre and GEL 50 to suburban areas.
It runs 24 hours.
If you book a Roaming Legs package, a private airport transfer is already included.
How Much Does Public Transport In Tbilisi Cost?
GEL 1 buys 90 minutes of unlimited travel on metro, bus and minibus.
The Metromoney card costs GEL 2.
Keep the card receipt, because a lost card can be restored only with it.
Can I Get VAT Refunded On Shopping In Georgia?
Possibly.
Tbilisi Airport says foreign citizens can claim it before leaving, on goods from authorised shops.
We could not confirm the minimum purchase or the rate, so ask the shop before you buy.
Does A Solo Traveller Pay More For Seven Days?
Usually yes.
Package prices assume an occupancy, and a single supplement applies for solo bookings.
Ask for the amount in writing and compare it across quotes.
What Does A Hospital Visit Cost Without Good Insurance?
We found no published tariff.
Canada's advice says up-front cash payment is often required and that evacuation can be very expensive.
Buy cover that includes hospital stays and evacuation.
Get A Quote You Can Add Up
Georgia is easy to budget once every line has an owner. Send us your dates and travellers, and our team calls back within 1 hour with a written quote.
Budget rule: compare the full written total, not only the package price.
