Day Trip to Gudauri and Kazbegi Including 4WD
Why This Tour is Unique
Start the day by visiting Jvari Monastery. 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.
Activities Included
- Adventure
- Cultural and theme tours
- Day trips and excursions
- Paragliding
Themes for This Tour
- Couples
- Family friendly
- Group friendly
Max Group Size
Guide Languages
Physical Rating
What to Expect
Meeting point: Avlabari Metro Station
Endpoint: Tbilisi - Avlabari Metro Station
Available dates: Every day
Meeting & Check-in time: 08:30
Boarding time: 08:55
Departure time: 09:00
End time: 21:00-21:30
Duration: 12 hours
Start your tour at Zhinvali Water Reservoir, located on the Georgian Military Highway. Learn the history of this Soviet dam, constructed in the 1980s. Then, arrive at the Ananuri Fortress, the seat of the Eristavis (Dukes) of Aragvi. Discover the intriguing plots of this feudal dynasty that ruled the area from the 13th century. Explore the site of numerous historic battles and take in the magnificent scenery — ideal for landscape photography.
After Ananuri Fortress, have lunch in Pasanauri, the homeland of the most famous traditional Georgian food, Khinkali. Admire the Friendship Monument of Georgian and Russian people in Gudauri. Located on the Georgian Military Highway between the Gudauri ski resort and the Jvari Pass, the memorial consists of a large round stone arch and concrete structure overlooking the Devil's Valley in the Caucasus Mountains.
Then, arrive at Kazbegi, and explore one of the most beautiful places in Georgia: Gergeti Trinity Church. The church is located under Kazbegi Mountain, 2170 meters above sea level, and offers spectacular panoramic views of the entire valley. Enjoy the serene natural beauty of this isolated marvel.
Finish your tour at the Rooms Hotel Kazbegi. Relax with a cup of coffee in their stylish restaurant and soak up the stunning views of Kazbegi.
Highlights:
- Zhinvali Water Reservoir
- Ananuri Fortress Complex
- Gudauri View Point - Friendship arch of Georgian and Russian people
- Stepantsminda
- Gergeti Trinity Church
- The Rooms Hotel Kazbegi
Start Location
Tbilisi, Georgia
Avlabari Metro Station
Daily Itinerary
08:30 Check-in at the office - Traveler's Meeting Point
Traveler's Meeting Point - is a free space where you can meet new exciting people, play some board games, listen to good music or enjoy a glass of wine.
09:00 Leaving Traveler's Meeting Point
Congratulations! Your experience has just started!
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, a local driver with a 4WD car takes 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
Departure from the Rooms Hotel Kazbegi to Tbilisi
What's Included
- A professional guide service
- Transportation service
- All the expenses for a driver and a tour guide
What's Not Included
- Food and drink
- Transportation from Kazbegi to Gergeti by 4WD car
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Guide Information
Pick-up & Drop-off
Avlabari Metro Station
Cancellation Policy
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Why This Tour is Unique
Start the day by visiting Jvari Monastery. 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.
Activities Included
- Adventure
- Cultural and theme tours
- Day trips and excursions
- Paragliding
Themes for This Tour
- Couples
- Family friendly
- Group friendly