Day Trips to Explore Northern Georgia with Local, Beka

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(2 reviews)

10 to 12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Day trip to Kazbegi: Discover Georgian Military Road and Astonishing Mountains. The Georgian Military Road has become famous due to the way it journeys through sweeping landscapes and up into spectacular mountain country. This day trip gives you the chance to soak up these majestic views! The tour will take you to the charming Ananuri Castle which overlooks the Jinvali Reservoir – a spectacle in itself. You’ll then see the Russian-Georgia Friendship Monument and visit Gudauri ski resort. One of the most impressive stops on the tour will be Gergeti Trinity Church which was built in the 14th century at an elevation of 2170 meters. You’ll visit the town of Stepantsminda which is the centre of Kazbegi. From here you’ll be able to admire the third highest glacier in Georgia as a background of Gergeti Trinity Church

What's Included

Private transportation
Tour Leader
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
4WD Car (6 Pax, cost can be split) get to the top on the mountain from Stepantsminda to Gergeti

Meeting and pickup

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

Travelers up to 3 person are offered to pick-up from their accommodation places. When we have more than 3 travelers for our trip we prefer to collect them at meeting point address #114 Davit Aghmashenebeli Ave, Tbilisi, Georgia

Itinerary

Duration: 10 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We start trip from Tbilisi after we collect travelers from their staying place. Our first stop is at Zhinvali Reservoir were travelers are able to enjoy with nice view. Importance of reservoir is huge in local society. This "Artificial Lake" how it is known here is good source not only for Dam which generates hydroelectric power but one of the main water supply spot for the capital city. Was built later soviet time before it collapsed

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble

    Ananuri fortification complex represents good example of local architecture. It mainly consists from fortified walls, towers, hidden escape tunnel, churches which were build following between XIV-XVII

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Gudauri (Pass by)

    We don't stop for skiing but we have to pass by ski resort which is very popular not only in tourists but in locals. It located just 1.5h driving distance from the capital that's why it considered very nice way to escape daily city routine and skiing. There are 14 ski-lifts in total The lower is located at an altitude of 1993 meters and higher one is located at an altitude of 3276 meters. The first ski-lift was built in 1988.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Russian Georgian Friendship Monument

    Monument is good platform to observe nice view. Itself building was built later Soviet time in 1983 and consider as a symbol of friendship two soviet counties Georgia and Russia.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Stepantsminda (Pass by)

    We will arrive in Stepantsminda which is administrative center of Kazbegi. From here you’ll be able to admire the third highest glacier in Georgia on the background of Gergeti Trinity Church.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Gergeti Trinity Church

    One of the most impressive stops on the tour will be Gergeti Trinity Church which was built in the 14th century at an elevation of 2170 meters.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Gveleti Waterfall

    This stop is subject to availability, please let us know about it with request because it takes more effort and time to organize and add it on the ordinary route. Walking through a stunning gorge to see Gveleti Waterfalls.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 6

    This stop is subject to availability, please let us know about it with request because it takes more effort and time to organize and add it on the ordinary route. We stop at peacefully and beautiful Monastery Complex in Dariali Gorge from where we getting extremely close with Georgia Russia Border, Larsi Checking point is visible and experience is interesting.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7

    On the way back we stop at Georgian restaurant where we were able to get to know little more about local cuisine

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Local Guide Beka

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