Georgia · Monuments

Tour to Kazbegi Ananuri Zhinvali Gudauri Full Day

11 Hours Round trip from Tbilisi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Travel the Georgian Military Road through the Kazbegi region
  • 02 See the blue waters of the Zhinvali Reservoir surrounded by mountains
  • 03 Visit the historic Ananuri Fortress overlooking Jinvali lake
  • 04 Stop in Gudauri and see the Russian-Georgian Friendship Monument
  • 05 Enjoy views of Mount Kazbek near Stepantsminda
  • 06 Visit the hilltop Gergeti Trinity Church
  • 07 Pass the Black and White Aragvi rivers
  • 08 Seasonal stop at the Mineral Springs

Discover some of Georgia’s most scenic mountain landscapes on this full-day journey along the Georgian Military Road. Travel from Tbilisi through the Kazbegi region, stopping at the striking Zhinvali Reservoir, the historic Ananuri Fortress, Gudauri, and the Russian-Georgian Friendship Monument, with views of rivers, mountains, and dramatic alpine scenery along the way.

The experience continues toward Stepantsminda and the iconic Gergeti Trinity Church, set high on a hill beneath Mount Kazbek. With a mix of natural beauty, history, and cultural landmarks, this tour is a memorable way to explore one of Georgia’s most celebrated regions in a single day.

The experience continues toward Stepantsminda and the iconic Gergeti Trinity Church, set high on a hill beneath Mount Kazbek.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Tbilisi, Gudauri, Stepantsminda, Mount Kazbek
Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Pick-up

2
Day 02

Jinvali Water Reservoir

The building of the hydroelectric dam formed the Zhinvali Reservoir. The dam has been built in 1986. You will be delighted with the water perfectly blue colour surrounded by mountains. 

At this stop possible to grab a Turkish coffee and other snacks.

3
Day 03

Ananuri Fortress

The fortress stands beside the famous Georgian Military Highway, overlooking a large Jinvali lake. Its high, turreted stone walls protect two churches, a watchtower, and a reservoir. The main church facade is beautifully carved with animal, floral and Celtic style patterns.

4
Day 04

Black and White Aragvi

5
Day 05

Gudauri ski resort

The resort is at the altitude of 7217 feet (2200 meters) above the sea level. The first lower lift station is at 6528 feet (1,990 meters ) above sea level and the last, or top, the station is at 3,306 meters called summit Sadzele. The resort offers high-quality skiing opportunities. In the summer or winter season, subject to good weather you can enjoy a ride on the longest cable car here! 

6
Day 06

Russian Georgian Friendship Monument

The Russia-Georgia Friendship Monument or Treaty of Georgievsk Monument is a monument built in 1983 to celebrate the bicentennial of the Treaty of Georgievsk and the ongoing friendship between Soviet Georgia and Soviet Russia. 

7
Day 07

Mineral Springs

The stop not available in winter (from December till April).

8
Day 08

Mount Kazbek/ Mqinvartsveri,

Kazbek is also the second-highest volcanic summit in the Caucasus, after Mount Elbrus. The summit lies directly to the west of the town of Stepantsminda and is the most prominent geographic feature of the area. Mount Kazbek is the highest peak of Eastern Georgia.

9
Day 09

Gergeti Holy Trinity Church

Gergeti Trinity Church is an important temple, remarkable for its beautiful scenery. The Gergeti Trinity Church is set poignantly on a hill directly below the towering white massif of Mount Kazbek, which sits at 5,033 meters. Built six hundred years ago, its stones have weathered repeated blizzards, rain and invasion to stand as a proud symbol of Georgian resilience in the face of adversity. It is the photographer’s perfect shot.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tbilisi 4 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Bottler of water

What's Not Included

  • Lunch (optional)
  • Special car to Holy Trinity Church
  • Paragliding (optional)
  • Cable car Gudauri-Kobi (Price 30 GEL per person, optional). Available in good weather.

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • In some cases, access to the Church of the Holy Trinity may be closed due to weather conditions. The company is not responsible for this.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • For the group tours, pick-up from the Europe Square at 9 am.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Tbilisi, GE
Tour start
Tbilisi, GE
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 hours finish where they began, in Tbilisi.

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