Absorb the sweeping views and fresh mountain air of the Georgian Caucasus Mountains on an invigorating trip from Tbilisi via Georgian Military Road. Admire the magical Mount Kazbek. Explore cultural heritage sites and learn the secret of authentic cuisine.
Highlights
• Drive along the most scenic Georgian mountain road "Georgian Military Road"
• Enjoy beautiful views over the mount Kazbek "Mkinvartsveri"
• Spend your free time on the panoramic yard in majestic Gergeti Monastery
• Learn the secret of authentic cuisine by cooking dish Khinkali (learning by doing)
• Exciting views of landscapes and valleys
• Hike from Stepantsminda town to Gergeti Church
• Take a trip to the tiny Georgian town of Stepantsminda
• Visit the inspiring Ananuri fortress complex
Please be next to bicycle monument, your guide and driver will meet you there
Your private adventure begins in the morning, when your guide and driver pick you up from your accommodation in Tbilisi. Leaving the city behind, you’ll follow the legendary Georgian Military Highway north toward Kazbegi, with the landscapes becoming more dramatic as the Caucasus Mountains draw closer. Along the way, there’ll be time for scenic stops, photographs, local souvenirs, and those unexpected roadside moments that often become part of the story.
Your first official stop offers a peaceful introduction to the landscapes ahead. Look out across the man-made lake, framed by forested hills and mountain scenery, while your guide shares the stories connected to this place and the surrounding region. It’s a chance to stretch your legs, take in the view, and ease into the journey before the road begins climbing deeper into the Caucasus.
Next, step through the gates of Ananuri, a fortress that has watched over this valley for centuries. Wander between stone towers and old churches as your guide shares stories of powerful families, rivalries, and life behind these defensive walls. Then climb to the viewpoints above the complex, where the blue-green waters of the Zhinvali Reservoir stretch below, a striking mix of history, mountains, and scenery in one stop.
The road now winds deeper through the Aragvi Gorge and into the high Caucasus, bringing you to Gudauri and one of the day’s most dramatic viewpoints. Step onto the Russia–Georgia Friendship Monument, perched high above Devil’s Valley, where mountains seem to unfold in every direction. As your guide shares the stories behind this unusual landmark, take time to explore the observation deck, breathe in the mountain air, and capture the kind of views that stay with you long after the journey ends.
You will continue your journey by the Jvari pass, for your day trip it's will be highest point (Altitude 2396 m - 7860 FT)
From there, you will ascend high into the Gergeti hills to the Gergeti monastery (Optional: by trail or by car).
Hike from Stepantsminda to Gergeti church. Get ready for spectacular views. Most of Travelers saying it's breathtaking place. There you can absorb the panoramic views and mountain air.
drive to Passanauri 75 minutes, and stay there 25 minutes Do you know from where is Khinkali comes from? Yes Georgia! but locals will tell you that homeland of Khinkali is in mountains of Georgia and most tasty one is from village Pasanauri. On last stop of your day trip will be here for a short time in the village of Pasanauri, for the opportunity to learn how to cook authentic Georgian cuisine – Khinkali (dumplings). Are You ready to get awesome experiences in Day Trip? Book Now Day Trip To Kazbegi
As the final stop of your private Kazbegi and Gudauri adventure, the Chronicles of Georgia brings the day to a powerful close. High above the Tbilisi Sea, giant figures rise like guardians of the country’s past, telling stories of kings, heroes, battles, and faith. Walk between the towering pillars, feel the hilltop wind, and take in sweeping views below, it’s a memorable final chapter before returning to Tbilisi.
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