Private Day Trip to Gudauri and Kazbegi from Tbilisi via Jvari and Mtskheta

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Depart from Tbilisi on a private day trip via ancient capital Mtskheta, Jvari Monastery, ski resort Gudauri and Stepantsminda/Kazbegi. First stop at Jvari monastery VI c. UNESCO sight, Jinvali Water Reservoir, Ananuri Fortress, confluence of 2 Aragvi Rivers, Geo-Rus "friendship" monument, and the town of Stepantsminda/Kazbegi, Gergeti Trinity Church (limited availability in winter period). On the way back, you can visit ancient capital Mtskheta and Svetitskhoveli cathedral XI c. UNESCO sight.
YOU WILL SPEND TOTALLY AROUND 7hrs IN THE CAR, THE ITINERARY IS QUITE INTENSE.
WE CAN OFFER EXCLUSIVE OVERNIGHT IN ROOMS HOTEL KAZBEGI WITH AN EXTRA COST.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled Water
Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off
Gratuities
Private transfers available from airport. The cost is $35

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

What to expect

Kickoff your 10-11 hour day trip with hotel pickup from anywhere in Tbilisi. Visit the ancient capital of Georgia Mtskheta and the Svetitskhoveli cathedral (XI c . UNESCO sight) (45 minutes). Afterwards, you will have the chance to visit Jvari monastery (VI c. UNESCO sight) and enjoy a wonderful panorama over the ancient capital (30 minutes).

Moving forward, you will drive through Georgian military road towards Kazbegi/Stepantsminda. On the way you will visit Ananuri fortress on Jinvali dam (30 minutes). Pass by Gudauri Ski Resort, Georgian Russian as  called "friendship" monument, Cross Pass, and Kazbegi. Enjoy lunch on a wonderful terrace at Rooms Hotel Kazbegi, which overlooks the glacier Kazbegi 5,047 mt ASL (1 hour) or in an authentic Georgian restaurant in village Arsha. Upon finishing, drive towards the Trinity Monastery at 2,200 mt above sea level (in winter period the availability depends on weather condition and amount of snow on the road). Venturing up and down and site will last approximately 1.5-hours. Your day trip will conclude with drop-off back at your hotel in Tbilisi. Please note vehicles are equipped with free WiFi (upon request with limited MGbytes), a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit. The drivers/guides have also passed advanced first aid training courses.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Limited availability in winter period, pass between Gudauri and Kazbegi might be closed due to extreme weather conditions
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
Car Tours
Excellent Quality
DSA non-compliant
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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