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Embark on an exciting journey along the beautiful Great Caucasus Mountains , visit the fortress of Ananuri , Jinvali reservuar, Gudauri Friendship Monument and the churche of Gergeti built at the foot of one highest mountain of Europe "Kazbegi" which rises 5047 meters high.
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Meeting and pickup
We can pick-up from any hotel or address in Tbilisi
Itinerary
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1Zhinvali Water Reservoir
You will depart from Tbilisi early in the morning, in the direction of Kazbegi 160 km along the Georgian Military Road , our first stop is at Zhinvali an artificial water reservoir located on the river Aragvi , a perfect place for a memorible landscape photography.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Our next stop just after 15 minutes is Ananuri Castle one of Georgia’s most touristy places. It’s a fortress with a pair of churches and an 16th-century defensive tower inside. The fortress complex is located on the shores of the Zhinvali Reservoir, which, by the way, is quite remarkable in its turquoise waters. The Fortress used to be the seat of the eristavis (dukes) of Aragvi. Excellent views, mountains, water, a picturesque fortress – wandering around all this will wait you here.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Next stop on the way is Gudauri , a remarkable ski resort in Georgia. The resort is at the altitude 2200m above the sea level. The last lower lift station is at 3,306m. The resort offers high-quality skiing opportunities. The ski season lasts from December through April. If the road to friendship monument or gergeti will be closed because of snowfall we will finish our tour in gudauri spending rest time there.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Russian Georgian Friendship Monument
Gudauri Friendship monument also known as Gudauri Panorama or Treaty of Georgyevsk Monument , government of Soviet Union built this monument in order to celebrate 200 years since the treaty of Georgievs signed in 1783. This panorama is decorated with Soviet Style mosaics depicting Georgian and Russian heroes, farmers, fairy tales and communist symbols. The monument is very vivid and colorful, however most of it’s beauty is thanks to the location. Georgia-Russia Friendship monument is a circular balcony hanging off of a 600 meter cliff with amazing views of Caucasus Mountains. Not everyone is brave enough to step on the very edge of the balcony, but the memories are sure worth it!
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Our last stop is Stepantsminda (Kazbegi), located near Georgia's northern border, near Russia. Stepantsminda’s greatest draw is Kazbegi Peak, also known as Mkinvartsveri, which has always attracted the interest of mountain lovers. From the highest point of the mountain, 5,054 meters up, the view is truly unforgettable. In Kazbegi we visit Gergeti Trinity Church of 14th century located under the glacier Kazbegi , Its isolated location on top of a steep mountain surrounded by the vastness of nature has made it one of symbols Georgia.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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