About this experience
Meeting point: Tbilisi ( the tour includes pick up from the hotel )
Endpoint: Tbilisi ( the tour includes drop off at the hotel )
Available dates: Every day
Pick up time: 09:00
End time: 21:00-21:30
Duration: 12 hours
Explore Kazbegi and Gergeti Trinity church, surrounded by magical mountain peaks and stunning valleys. Discover the spectacular slopes of Gudauri and travel in the history of the Ananuri Fortress.
09:00 Pick up from the hotel
Our guide picks you up from the hotel at 09:00 and takes you to our company for the check-in procedure, then an unforgettable trip begins.
10:10 Jinvali Water Reservoir
Duration: 20 minutes
Jinvali Water Reservoir, also known as a lake, is located on the Georgian Military Highway. Soviets constructed the dam in the 1980s—a wonderful place to take amazing pictures.
10:40 Ananuri Fortress Complex
Duration: 1 hour
Ananuri Fortress dates to the XVI-XVII centuries and is situated on the foreland by the Aragvi River. Ananuri was a castle and seat of the Eristavis (Dukes) of Aragvi, a feudal dynasty that ruled the area from the 13th century. The fortress was the scene of numerous battles. Ananuri is a perfect place for landscape photography, and there are stunning views of the fortress and Jinvali Reservoir. The fortress remained in use until the beginning of the 19th century. In 2007, the complex was on the tentative list for inclusion into the UNESCO World Heritage Site program.
12:00 Lunch
Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
We have lunch in a pleasant atmosphere to try many different traditional Georgian dishes.
14:30 Gudauri View Point (Friendship Monument of Georgian and Russian People)
Duration: 45 minutes
Friendship Monument of Georgian and Russian people was built in 1983 to celebrate the bicentennial of the Treaty of Georgievsk and the ongoing friendship between Soviet Georgia and Soviet Russia. Located on the Georgian Military Highway between the ski resort town of Gudauri and the Jvari Pass, the monument is a large round stone arch and concrete structure overlooking the Devil's Valley in the Caucasus mountains. Gudauri is a ski resort located in the heart of the Caucasus Mountains. It belongs to Stepantsminda district (2,200 meters above sea level), with a skiing area enjoying maximum exposure to the sun. In addition, the resort takes you on a whole new life as a fabulous sightseeing destination with fresh air.
16:00 Arrive in Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) and depart to Gergeti Trinity Church
After arriving in Kazbegi, we need to change the transport and hire a local driver with a 4WD car to take us to Gergeti Trinity Church. Local drivers wait for 30 minutes at the church and take us back to our transport.
16:30 Gergeti Trinity Church
Duration: 30 minutes
Gergeti Trinity Church is a popular name for Holy Trinity Church near Gergeti village. The church's location is the right bank of the Chkheri river under Kazbegi Mountain, 2170 meters above sea level. Gergeti Trinity Church was built in the 14th century, and this is the only cross-cupola church in Khevi province. In times of danger, precious relics from Mtskheta, including Saint Nino’s Cross, were brought here for safekeeping. During the Soviet Era, soviets prohibited religious services, but the church remained a popular tourist destination. The church is an active establishment of the Georgian Orthodox and Apostolic Church. You will get an epic panoramic view of the whole valley from the church. Due to the church’s isolation in the steep mountainous area full of nature remains Georgia's most iconic tourist attraction. You will be impressed with the view of Mount Kazbegi, which is 5047 meters above sea level.
17:30 The Rooms Hotel Kazbegi
Duration: 30 minutes
Rooms Hotel Kazbegi is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Stepantsminda, offering a luxury environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. The Rooms Kazbegi's stylish restaurant, decorated with wooden furnishings, serves international cuisine. Guests can read a book and drink in the lobby bar, while meals can be enjoyed on the terrace with the mountain view.
18:00 Departure from the Rooms Hotel Kazbegi to Tbilisi
21:00-21:30 Drop off at the hotel
Highlights:
Meet the best team at Traveler's Meeting Point
Jinvali Water Reservoir
Ananuri Fortress Complex
Gudauri View Point - Friendship arch of Georgian and Russian people
Stepantsminda
Gergeti Trinity Church
The Rooms Hotel Kazbegi
Next available dates
What’s included
- A private, professional guide service
- Private transportation service
- Pick up from the hotel
- Drop off at the hotel
Not included
- Food and drink
- 4WD car from Kazbegi to Gergeti church ( 80 GEL - about 25 USD for a car enough for 6 people)
Itinerary
- 1
09:00 Pick up from the hotel
Our guide picks you up from the hotel at 09:00 and takes you to our company for the check-in procedure, then an unforgettable trip begins.
- 2
10:10 Jinvali Water Reservoir
Jinvali Water Reservoir, also known as a lake, is located on the Georgian Military Highway. Soviets constructed the dam in the 1980s—a wonderful place to take amazing pictures.
- 3
10:40 Ananuri Fortress Complex
Ananuri Fortress dates to the XVI-XVII centuries and is situated on the foreland by the Aragvi River. Ananuri was a castle and seat of the Eristavis (Dukes) of Aragvi, a feudal dynasty that ruled the area from the 13th century. The fortress was the scene of numerous battles. Ananuri is a perfect place for landscape photography, and there are stunning views of the fortress and Jinvali Reservoir. The fortress remained in use until the beginning of the 19th century. In 2007, the complex was on the tentative list for inclusion into the UNESCO World Heritage Site program.
- 4
12:00 Lunch
We have lunch in a pleasant atmosphere to try many different traditional Georgian dishes.
- 5
14:30 Gudauri View Point (Friendship Monument of Georgian and Russian People)
Friendship Monument of Georgian and Russian people was built in 1983 to celebrate the bicentennial of the Treaty of Georgievsk and the ongoing friendship between Soviet Georgia and Soviet Russia. Located on the Georgian Military Highway between the ski resort town of Gudauri and the Jvari Pass, the monument is a large round stone arch and concrete structure overlooking the Devil's Valley in the Caucasus mountains. Gudauri is a ski resort located in the heart of the Caucasus Mountains. It belongs to Stepantsminda district (2,200 meters above sea level), with a skiing area enjoying maximum exposure to the sun. In addition, the resort takes you on a whole new life as a fabulous sightseeing destination with fresh air.
- 6
16:00 Arrive in Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) and depart to Gergeti Trinity Church
After arriving in Kazbegi, we need to change the transport and hire a local driver with a 4WD car to take us to Gergeti Trinity Church. Local drivers wait for 30 minutes at the church and take us back to our transport.
- 7
16:30 Gergeti Trinity Church
Gergeti Trinity Church is a popular name for Holy Trinity Church near Gergeti village. The church's location is the right bank of the Chkheri river under Kazbegi Mountain, 2170 meters above sea level. Gergeti Trinity Church was built in the 14th century, and this is the only cross-cupola church in Khevi province. In times of danger, precious relics from Mtskheta, including Saint Nino’s Cross, were brought here for safekeeping. During the Soviet Era, soviets prohibited religious services, but the church remained a popular tourist destination. The church is an active establishment of the Georgian Orthodox and Apostolic Church. You will get an epic panoramic view of the whole valley from the church. Due to the church’s isolation in the steep mountainous area full of nature remains Georgia's most iconic tourist attraction. You will be impressed with the view of Mount Kazbegi, which is 5047 meters above sea level.
- 8
17:30 The Rooms Hotel Kazbegi
Rooms Hotel Kazbegi is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Stepantsminda, offering a luxury environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. The Rooms Kazbegi's stylish restaurant, decorated with wooden furnishings, serves international cuisine. Guests can read a book and drink in the lobby bar, while meals can be enjoyed on the terrace with the mountain view.
- 9
18:00 Departure from the Rooms Hotel Kazbegi to Tbilisi
Departure from the Rooms Hotel Kazbegi to Tbilisi
- 10
21:00-21:30 Drop off at the hotel
We will drop you off at the hotel
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English and Russian
- Start times
- 09:00
Know before you go
- The tour operates in all weather conditions. Therefore, please dress according to the weather.
- Dress code for a church - It's not allowed for anyone to enter a church in shorts, and women need to cover their heads.
- It is not recommended for pregnant women.
- There is a slight possibility that traffic will be challenging due to the snow during the winter season.
- Comfortable shoes
- Warm clothes
- A scarf or a hat - if you are a woman
- Cash
- Good mood
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- Less than 1 day before: no refund
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 12 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English and Russian
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
From AED 189 per person (16 travelers)
