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Kazbegi Day Trip — Ananuri, Gudauri & Gergeti

Kazbegi Day Trip — Ananuri, Gudauri & Gergeti

One unforgettable day from Tbilisi to the foot of Mount Kazbek — fortresses, alpine passes, and a hilltop church above the clouds.

From€100/ person
Tour type
Private
Duration
~10.5 hours
Start / End
Tbilisi / Tbilisi
Activity
Sightseeing & Culture
Difficulty
Easy
Group size
Unlimited
Overview

Discover Kazbegi / Georgian Military Highway

Trade the city for the high Caucasus on this full-day journey north along the historic Georgian Military Highway. You'll stand above the turquoise Zhinvali Reservoir at the Ananuri fortress, pause for a taste of alpine honey, watch two rivers of different colours meet at the Aragvi confluence, and take in sweeping mountain views from the Gudauri viewpoint and Friendship Monument. The finale: we drive you all the way up to the Gergeti Trinity Church, perched at 2,170 m beneath the snow-capped Mount Kazbek — one of Georgia's most iconic sights. You'll be back in Tbilisi by evening, full of mountain air and photographs.

Trip highlights
  • Turquoise Zhinvali Reservoir and the 17th-century Ananuri fortress
  • Alpine honey tasting at a local roadside stop
  • The "Black & White" Aragvi river confluence
  • Panoramic Caucasus views from the Gudauri viewpoint and Friendship Monument
  • A ride up to the iconic Gergeti Trinity Church beneath Mount Kazbek
Today’s Route

Itinerary

1

Zhinvali Reservoir

~15 min

First stop above the bright turquoise lake — one of the most photogenic spots on the Military Highway.

Photo stop
2

Ananuri Fortress

~45 min

Explore the striking 17th-century fortress and church complex perched on the water's edge.

VisitGuidedWalk
3

Honey Tasting

~20 min

Sample local alpine honey at a roadside stop — a sweet pause between sights.

TastingLocal
4

Black & White Aragvi Confluence

~10 min

Where two tributaries of the Aragvi River meet but keep their different colours — a striking natural phenomenon.

Photo stop
5

Gudauri Viewpoint & Friendship Monument

~30 min

Panoramic views over the Devil's Valley at 2,200 m, and the famous Soviet-era mosaic monument.

SightseeingWalk
6

Stepantsminda (Kazbegi)

~30 min

The mountain town at the foot of Mount Kazbek. Free time to wander and grab lunch.

Free timeLunch
7

Gergeti Trinity Church

~40 min

We drive you up to the iconic hilltop church at 2,170 m, framed by the glaciers of Mount Kazbek above.

VisitSightseeing

Return to Tbilisi — arrive evening

Kazbegi / Georgian Military Highway

Timings are approximate. Itinerary may change due to weather or road conditions.

Details

What’s included

Included
  • Morning pickup from your hotel in Tbilisi
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Air-conditioned transport from and to Tbilisi
  • Drive all the way up to Gergeti Trinity Church in our own vehicle
  • Honey tasting
Not included
  • Lunch and drinks
  • Optional extra tastings and souvenirs
  • Tips (discretionary)
What to bring
·Warm jacket and layers (cold at Gergeti even in summer)
·Umbrella or a light rain jacket, just in case
·Comfortable walking shoes
·Sun protection and sunglasses
·Camera or phone
·Some cash for lunch
Best season
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Excellent
Good

Mountain weather can change quickly — your guide monitors conditions and adapts the plan.

FAQ

Common questions

Yes — the walks at each stop are short and gentle, making this a great day out for families with children of most ages.

Children under 12 travel free of charge, as long as there is space available in the vehicle. Please tell us the number and ages of any children when you enquire so we can arrange the right vehicle.

Very little. Most of the day is spent driving. The walks at each stop are 10–45 minutes on easy terrain — no hiking boots needed.

Yes — we take you all the way up to the church in our own vehicle. There is no separate jeep fee; the drive up is included in the tour.

Mountain weather in Kazbegi can change fast — Gergeti may be cloudy when Tbilisi is sunny. We monitor conditions daily and will adapt the itinerary to suit the weather, or reschedule your tour to another day if needed.

No. Lunch is at your own expense in Stepantsminda. There are several good local restaurants near the town centre.

Yes — we pick you up from your hotel in Tbilisi in the morning. Just share your accommodation details when you enquire.

Yes — all our tours are private. Your day trip runs just for you and your companions, with total flexibility on timing and pace.

Even in summer, temperatures at 2,170 m can be noticeably cooler than Tbilisi. Bring a warm jacket and layers — and it's worth packing an umbrella or a light rain jacket just in case, as mountain weather can turn quickly.

Total
135total for 2 travelers
Full day · Kazbegi · 68 per person
TravelersMin 1 · Larger groups on request
2
Duration~10.5 hours
Group sizeUnlimited
DifficultyEasy
Best seasonMay – Oct
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Kazbegi Day Trip — Ananuri, Gudauri & Gergeti

Full day · Kazbegi
Total135· 2 travelers
TravelersMin 1 · Larger groups on request
2
Duration~10.5 hours
Group sizeUnlimited
DifficultyEasy
Best seasonMay – Oct
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