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Explore the peaks and valleys of the High Caucasus on this private 9-hour tour.Visit the 16th-century castle complex of Ananuri with a private guide and admire fine views over Jinvali Reservoir.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
hotel radisson blu iveria
Itinerary
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1Jvari Church
09:30 am Driver and Guide will meet you at your hotel and drive to Gudauri .Your first destination will be Jvari monastery . on this location in the early 4th century Saint Nino with King MIrian erected a large wooden cross on the site of a pagan temple. After jvari monastery we will visit zhinvali dam
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Zhinvali
The Zhinvali Dam is a hydroelectric dam on the Aragvi River in Zhinvali, Georgia in the Caucasus Mountains. Despite its obviously artificial origins, reservoir blends in with the surrounding environment perfectly and delights visitors with its Turquoise waters.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble
Next stop will be Ananuri fortress , fortress situated on the foreland by the Aragvi River, not far from Zhinvali water reservoir and about 70 km from Tbilisi, Georgia. It was built by the Dukes of Aragvi and its earliest parts date from the 13th century. The fortress is on the UNESCO Tentative list. The fortress consist of two fortifications joined by a crenellated curtain wall. The upper fortification with a large square tower, known as Sheupovari, is well-preserved. Ananuri was a castle and seat of the eristavis (Dukes) of Aragvi, a feudal dynasty which ruled the area from the 13th century. The castle was the s
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Russian Georgian Friendship Monument
Next stop on the way in Gudauri– remarkable ski resort in Georgia. Resort is located at the altitude 2200 meters above the sea level.we will stop for friendship monument between Georgian and Russian . after that drive to Kazbegi .
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Mkinvartsveri
Our next stop is Kazbegi .Kazbegi is known for its scenic location in the Greater Caucasus Mountains, and is a center for trekkers and mountain climbing. Local attractions include Mount Kazbegi itself and the alpine meadows and forests of the surrounding Kazbegi Nature Reserve and Gergeti Trinity Church Outside of town. Therefore in Kazbegi village, we rent a special car (5-7$ per person) to take us to the top of the mountain to visit Gergeti Trinity Church.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Gergeti Trinity Church
Gergeti Trinity Church is a popular name for Holy Trinity Church near the village of Gergeti. The church is situated on the right bank of the river Chkheri and under Mount Kazbegi at an elevation of 2170 meters. The Gergeti Trinity Church was built in the 14th century and 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, all religious services were prohibited, but the church remained a popular tourist destination. Back to Tbilisi
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
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- 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 a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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