Kazbegi and Gudauri Full-Day Private Tour from Tbilisi
by Karlo-Georgia
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The tour starts with a hotel pickup in Tbilisi at 9:00 a.m. It follows the Georgian Military Highway north toward the Russian border. The first stop is the Ananuri fortress complex, a former residence of the Argveti Dukes featuring churches and towers from the 16th and 17th centuries, overlooking the Zhinvali Water Reservoir. This stop lasts about 40 minutes. After Ananuri, the route continues to the confluence of two mountain rivers that maintain distinct colors after merging. The drive then goes over the Cross Pass to the Soviet-era Russian Georgian Friendship Monument, where there is a 40-minute stop to view a deep gorge in the Caucasus Mountains. Next, the tour reaches Kazbegi (officially Stepantsminda), where visitors spend about two hours. The main attraction here is the Gergeti Trinity Church, located at 2,200 meters above sea level. Access to the church may require a 4x4 vehicle in winter conditions; this ride is included if road conditions allow, otherwise there is a supplemental fee. Visitors can walk around the church and see views of the Kazbegi glacier. An optional 1-kilometer hike to Gveleti Waterfall is available outside of winter and takes about one and a half hours. For lunch, the tour stops at the restaurant of Rooms Hotel in Kazbegi for approximately one hour. If the tour takes place during snowy conditions, it may skip Kazbegi and instead focus on activities at the Gudauri ski resort, such as skiing, paragliding, snow biking, and cable car rides. The tour includes private transportation in a Mercedes minivan, sedan, or SUV depending on group size, an English-speaking guide, entrance fees to churches, honey tasting, and fuel surcharges. The return trip to Tbilisi takes about two hours, concluding the full-day tour which lasts between eight and twelve hours depending on stops and traffic.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Zhinvali Water Reservoir
Pickup is at 9:00 AM from the hotel in Tbilisi. The route follows the Georgian Military Highway north toward the Russian border. The first stop is the Ananuri complex, a former residence of the Argveti Dukes featuring churches and towers from the 16th and 17th centuries, overlooking the Jinvali reservoir. The drive continues to the junction of two mountain rivers that maintain their distinct colors after merging. Then the route crosses the Cross Pass with a brief stop at the Soviet-era People’s Friendship Monument overlooking a deep gorge in the Caucasus Mountains. In Kazbegi, the trip proceeds to Gergeti Holy Trinity Church located at 2170 meters altitude with views of the Kazbegi glacier. After walking, there is an option to eat at Rooms Hotel’s restaurant in Kazbegi before returning to Tbilisi.
30 min
Ananuri fortress complex
A castle complex called Ananuri, featuring defensive towers and churches dating to the 16th and 17th centuries.
40 min
Gudauri
During the snowy season, the tour focuses on the Gudauri ski resort offering skiing, paragliding, snow biking, and cable car rides. If this option is selected, the Kazbegi visit is skipped.
Russian Georgian Friendship Monument
A brief drive-by to observe the surrounding area without stopping at a specific viewpoint.
40 min
Stepantsminda
Stepantsminda is the official name of Kazbegi.
120 min
Gergeti Trinity Church
The Holy Trinity Church is located 2200 meters above sea level. In winter, a 4x4 vehicle is necessary to reach Gergeti, with a fee of 60 lari per car for up to six passengers.
60 min
Gveleti Waterfall
A 1-kilometer hike leads to Gveleti Waterfall. This hike is not available during winter months.
90 min
Kazbegi Lunch Stop
A one-hour break at a restaurant in Kazbegi.
60 min
Tbilisi
The tour ends with a two-hour return drive to the hotel in Tbilisi.
120 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Kazbegi and Gudauri Full-Day Private Tour from Tbilisi
by Karlo-Georgia
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$138Overview
The tour starts with a hotel pickup in Tbilisi at 9:00 a.m. It follows the Georgian Military Highway north toward the Russian border. The first stop is the Ananuri fortress complex, a former residence of the Argveti Dukes featuring churches and towers from the 16th and 17th centuries, overlooking the Zhinvali Water Reservoir. This stop lasts about 40 minutes. After Ananuri, the route continues to the confluence of two mountain rivers that maintain distinct colors after merging. The drive then goes over the Cross Pass to the Soviet-era Russian Georgian Friendship Monument, where there is a 40-minute stop to view a deep gorge in the Caucasus Mountains. Next, the tour reaches Kazbegi (officially Stepantsminda), where visitors spend about two hours. The main attraction here is the Gergeti Trinity Church, located at 2,200 meters above sea level. Access to the church may require a 4x4 vehicle in winter conditions; this ride is included if road conditions allow, otherwise there is a supplemental fee. Visitors can walk around the church and see views of the Kazbegi glacier. An optional 1-kilometer hike to Gveleti Waterfall is available outside of winter and takes about one and a half hours. For lunch, the tour stops at the restaurant of Rooms Hotel in Kazbegi for approximately one hour. If the tour takes place during snowy conditions, it may skip Kazbegi and instead focus on activities at the Gudauri ski resort, such as skiing, paragliding, snow biking, and cable car rides. The tour includes private transportation in a Mercedes minivan, sedan, or SUV depending on group size, an English-speaking guide, entrance fees to churches, honey tasting, and fuel surcharges. The return trip to Tbilisi takes about two hours, concluding the full-day tour which lasts between eight and twelve hours depending on stops and traffic.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Zhinvali Water Reservoir
Pickup is at 9:00 AM from the hotel in Tbilisi. The route follows the Georgian Military Highway north toward the Russian border. The first stop is the Ananuri complex, a former residence of the Argveti Dukes featuring churches and towers from the 16th and 17th centuries, overlooking the Jinvali reservoir. The drive continues to the junction of two mountain rivers that maintain their distinct colors after merging. Then the route crosses the Cross Pass with a brief stop at the Soviet-era People’s Friendship Monument overlooking a deep gorge in the Caucasus Mountains. In Kazbegi, the trip proceeds to Gergeti Holy Trinity Church located at 2170 meters altitude with views of the Kazbegi glacier. After walking, there is an option to eat at Rooms Hotel’s restaurant in Kazbegi before returning to Tbilisi.
30 min
Ananuri fortress complex
A castle complex called Ananuri, featuring defensive towers and churches dating to the 16th and 17th centuries.
40 min
Gudauri
During the snowy season, the tour focuses on the Gudauri ski resort offering skiing, paragliding, snow biking, and cable car rides. If this option is selected, the Kazbegi visit is skipped.
Russian Georgian Friendship Monument
A brief drive-by to observe the surrounding area without stopping at a specific viewpoint.
40 min
Stepantsminda
Stepantsminda is the official name of Kazbegi.
120 min
Gergeti Trinity Church
The Holy Trinity Church is located 2200 meters above sea level. In winter, a 4x4 vehicle is necessary to reach Gergeti, with a fee of 60 lari per car for up to six passengers.
60 min
Gveleti Waterfall
A 1-kilometer hike leads to Gveleti Waterfall. This hike is not available during winter months.
90 min
Kazbegi Lunch Stop
A one-hour break at a restaurant in Kazbegi.
60 min
Tbilisi
The tour ends with a two-hour return drive to the hotel in Tbilisi.
120 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.