Georgia · Religious & Spiritual

11-Hour Kazbegi and Gudauri Tour with Ananuri and Gergeti

11 Hours Round trip from ს3 Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Step into the Middle Ages at Ananuri, a well-preserved castle on the Aragvi coast
02 Witness the meeting of the White and Black Aragvi rivers and the Arch of Friendship
03 Explore the vast Caucasus Mountains at Gudauri ski resort
04 Pay a respectful visit to the Gergeti Trinity Church

This one-day trip offers breathtaking mountain landscapes while introducing you to the ancient history of Georgia and its legends. The route takes you through the Zhinvali reservoir, the medieval fortress of Ananuri, an unusual mineral spring, and the Arch of Friendship. The final goal, of course, is the monastery at the foot of the great Kazbeg.

You have surely seen such postcards: an ancient monastery standing on a hill against a background of snow-capped mountains.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Tbilisi, Gudauri, Stepantsminda

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Scenic Stop at Zhinvali Water Reservoir

After forty minutes, the first stop will be at the Zhinvali reservoir, where beautiful views await you.

Day 02

Ananuri Fortress and the Assumption Church

Ananuri fortress is a story in stone. On the coast of Aragvi, you will be met by the only fortress in Georgia that has reached us in its original form. Walking through the territory of the Ananuri defence complex, you will feel like a resident of the Middle Ages and learn about the glorious past of the Aragva eristavi (heads of the people). We will definitely pay attention to the 17th-century Assumption Church, whose facade is decorated with interesting bas-reliefs, and each element of the decor carries a hidden meaning.

Day 03

White and Black Aragvi Confluence

You will find the confluence of two rivers, the White and Black Aragvi, breathtaking views at the Arch of Friendship, and an unusual mineral spring resembling a golden river.

At the confluence of the two Aragvi, in the beautiful valley, there are restaurants in many lovely places where you can taste Georgian khinkali and other traditional mountain dishes. (Restaurant is paid).

Day 04

Gudauri and the Caucasus Mountains

Gudauri ski resort, where the huge mountains of the Caucasus spread out before you.

Day 05

Panorama Gudauri and Friendship Arch

Friendship Arch, on the edge of the mountain near Gudauri. This is the highest point of the pass and the perfect place to surrender to the mountains forever!

Day 06

Gergeti Trinity Church Above the Clouds

You have surely seen such postcards: an ancient monastery standing on a hill against a background of snow-capped mountains. In reality, you will go to the village of Stepantsminda at the foot of Kazbek for these views. There, you will transfer to jeeps to climb to the

Day 06