Tbilisi to Kazbegi (or Gudauri in Winter)

Rose Revolution Square - Meet at 8:30 am in front of the Radisson Blu Iveria. (Rose Revolution Square, 50m from Rustaveli metro station) Look for our tour leader with a red scarf. For groups of more than four, we offer hotel pickup to the Caucasus mountains.

Zhinvali Water Reservoir - Located along the Georgian military highway, Jinvali Reservoir is a stunning spot for photography, with its blue waters nestled between three mountain ranges.

Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble - Dating back to the 16th-18th centuries, Ananuri fortress is located on the Aragvi River’s foreland. It was the seat of the Eristavis (Dukes) of Aragvi, a feudal dynasty from the 13th century. The fortress, a site of many battles, offers breathtaking views for landscape photography, combining the fortress and Jinvali reservoir. It was in use until the early 19th century and has been on UNESCO’s tentative list since 2007.

Hotel-Restaurant Kakhaberi طريق القوقاز - Enjoy a unique lunch experience in nature, featuring delicious homemade traditional dishes, especially Khinkali, the local dumplings. Rafting is available before lunch for an exciting adventure.

Gudauri - Weather permitting, try paragliding in Gudauri. Note that paragliding is not included in our services and costs approximately 100 USD.

Russian Georgian Friendship Monument - Optional visit to the Friendship Monument Georgia-Russia, built in 1983 to commemorate the Treaty of Georgievsk’s bicentennial and the friendship between Soviet Georgia and Soviet Russia. Located on the Georgian Military Highway between Gudauri and the Jvari pass, the monument is a large round stone and concrete structure overlooking the Devil’s Valley in the Caucasus Mountains. Gudauri ski resort, on the south-facing plateau of the Greater Caucasus Mountain Range, offers maximum sun exposure. Situated in the Stepantsminda District at 2,200 meters above sea level, the resort is a fantastic sightseeing destination with opportunities for horse-riding, mountain biking, hiking, and paragliding.

Stepantsminda - Known for its picturesque location in the Greater Caucasus Mountains, Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) is a hub for trekkers and mountain climbers. Attractions include Mount Kazbegi and the alpine meadows and forests of the Kazbegi Nature Reserve and Gergeti Trinity Church. In Kazbegi village, a special car (5-7$ per person) is rented to reach the mountain top to visit Gergeti Trinity Church.

Gergeti Trinity Church - Commonly known as Holy Trinity Church near Gergeti village, it is located on the right bank of the Chkheri River under Mount Kazbegi at 2170 meters. Built in the 14th century, it is the only cross-cupola church in the Khevi province. During times of danger, relics from Mtskheta, including Saint Nino’s Cross, were safeguarded here. Although religious services were banned during the Soviet era, the church remained a popular tourist spot. Now an active Georgian Orthodox and Apostolic Church, it offers an epic panoramic view of the valley. Its isolation in the steep, nature-rich mountains makes it Georgia’s most iconic tourist attraction. The view of Mount Kazbegi, standing at 5047 meters, is truly impressive.

Rooms Hotel Kazbegi - After the tour, consider staying in Kazbegi. We can drop you off at Rooms Hotel Kazbegi in Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) or Gudauri. Arrival at Rooms Hotel is around 5 PM.

Explore at Your Own Pace & Transfer to Tbilisi

Stepantsminda - Spend the day enjoying the stunning mountain scenery. Use your free time to hike or explore Kazbegi until the scheduled departure times.

Rose Revolution Square - Departure times:

Summer: Depart from Rooms Hotel Kazbegi at 5 PM.
Winter: Pickup from Carpe Diem Hotel Gudauri at approximately 6 PM.

Return to Tbilisi:

Arrive back in Tbilisi between 9-11 PM.

• Transportation by 20-seater minibus
• English-speaking guide
• Hotel pickup
• Space for 40KG luggage
• Visit to Gudauri Ski Resort
• Visit to Ananuri Fortress
• Visit to Jinvali Water Reservoir
• Honey tasting

• Accommodation
• Food and drink
• Optional activities

Embark on a thrilling 2-day adventure in the Caucasus. Explore the Jinvali Reservoir, Ananuri Fortress, and Gudauri, with an overnight stay in either Kazbegi or Gudauri.

Day 1:

• Begin with a hotel pick-up at 8:10 AM.
• Make a quick stop at a supermarket.
• Enjoy a 15-minute view at Jinvali and spend 40–60 minutes at Ananuri.
• Have lunch at a mountain restaurant.
• Spend approximately 2 hours in Gudauri. In summer, visit the Monument, try paragliding, or ride a quattro. In winter, enjoy skiing, snowmobiling, or winter paragliding.
• Weather permitting, continue to Kazbegi and opt for a 4WD trip to Gergeti at sunset (20 GEL).
• Overnight stay in Kazbegi or Gudauri.
• Drop-off at selected hotels with taxi assistance available (10–20 GEL).

Day 2:

• Standard: Enjoy free time; depart Kazbegi at 5 PM or Gudauri at 6 PM.
• Hiking (May–Dec): Participate in a guided hike to Gveleti from 12–3 PM.
• Standard + Horse Riding (May–Dec): Experience horse riding at 10 AM.
• Full Experience (May–Dec): Combine horse riding at 10 AM with the Gveleti hike at 12 PM, followed by a 5 PM departure.

Return to Tbilisi between 8–10 PM, with the final drop-off at Radisson Blu Tbilisi.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.