Frequently Asked Questions · Georgia · Armenia · Caucasus · French-speaking DMC since 2012
1. What is a DMC?
A DMC (Destination Management Company) is a local receptive agency specializing in the design and operation of tailor-made travel in a specific destination. Unlike a general travel agency, a DMC has a local presence, a network of selected partners and an in-depth knowledge of the field, allowing for more authentic, seamless and personalized experiences.
2. What is the difference from a traditional travel agency?
A traditional travel agency sells destinations worldwide, while a DMC is locally based and acts as the expert of its destination. Accueil Géorgie directly creates, organizes and supervises stays in Georgia and the Caucasus with constant quality control of services.
3. Which destinations do you cover?
Accueil Géorgie specializes in Georgia, Armenia and the wider Caucasus region, with tailor-made programs combining culture, gastronomy, wine, nature, human encounters and high-end experiences.
4. Do you work with individuals or only with travel professionals?
We work primarily with travel agencies, tour operators and international concierge services, but we also accompany individual travelers seeking a high level of personalization and quality.
5. What is the minimum budget?
As each trip is entirely tailor-made, budgets vary according to the level of accommodation, season and desired experiences. Accueil Géorgie is positioned primarily on high-end travel.
6. Is Georgia safe for Western travelers?
Yes. Georgia is considered one of the safest countries in the region for Western travelers. The welcome is renowned for being warm, and international tourism has been growing strongly for several years.
7. What is the best time to visit Georgia?
Georgia can be visited year-round. Spring and autumn are ideal for cultural and wine tours, summer for the mountains and the Greater Caucasus, and winter for skiing or the atmosphere of Orthodox Christmas. Tbilisi is a wonderful destination in any season.
8. Do I need a visa?
Citizens of most European countries can enter Georgia with just a national ID card. For North American and Gulf countries, no visa is required for short tourist stays. As conditions may change, it is recommended to verify entry requirements before departure.
9. What currency is used?
The Georgian currency is the Georgian Lari (GEL). International bank cards are widely accepted in major cities and tourist areas.
10. What is Georgian qvevri wine?
Qvevri wine is an ancient Georgian method of fermenting wine in large buried clay amphorae. This tradition, inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, produces highly distinctive wines deeply linked to the country’s 8,000-year history of winemaking.
11. How do I organize a wine tour in Kakheti?
Accueil Géorgie organizes private wine tours in Kakheti including family estates, large wineries, tastings, meetings with winemakers, gastronomic experiences and charming accommodation.
12. What are the best Georgian grape varieties?
Among the emblematic varieties are Saperavi for reds, and Rkatsiteli and Kisi for whites. Georgia is home to more than 540 indigenous grape varieties.
13. What is there to do in Tbilisi?
Tbilisi offers a unique blend of ancient and contemporary architecture with Persian and Western influences, sulfur baths, gastronomy, culture, art galleries, cafés, wine bars and particularly vibrant historic neighborhoods.
14. How do I get to Kazbegi and the Greater Caucasus?
Kazbegi is accessible from Tbilisi via the spectacular Georgian Military Highway. Accueil Géorgie arranges private transfers with drivers and programs tailored to the season.
15. Is Georgian cuisine compatible with Western dietary requirements?
Yes. Georgian cuisine is varied and allows for many adaptations — vegetarian, gluten-free or tailored to dietary constraints — especially in establishments selected by Accueil Géorgie.
16. Do your guides speak French?
Yes. Accueil Géorgie works with experienced French-speaking guides, as well as English-speaking and other language guides depending on travelers’ needs.
17. How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking several weeks to several months in advance to ensure availability of the best hotels, guides and private experiences.
18. Do you offer private group travel?
Yes. We organize private individual trips as well as family, friends, incentive and corporate event groups, always on a fully personalized basis.