Driving distance: 25 km 

Travel agent will meet you in the arrival hall of Tbilisi international airport holding the name-board. After meet and greet, individual transfer and check in assistance to Tbilisi hotel will be provided. 

Overnight in Tbilisi.

Driving distance: 158 km

After breakfast at the hotel we start Tbilisi half day city tour. The first visit is one of the tallest orthodox churches in the world – Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi (Sameba). Splendid panorama of Mtatsminda mount and the city will open up from the yard of a church. Excursion will take about 30 minutes.

After Sameba let’s head to Tbilisi Historical district to the Europe square and Rike park. Ride to the Narikala Fortress by an aerial cable car. Narikala fort is situated on the opposite side of the River Mtkvari on the hill top and overlooks the central districts of Tbilisi. 3 minutes fly above the river is gorgeous feeling!

Walk around Narikala and stroll down to the old city by foot. On the way we will walk through the Botanical street near the Mosque, Sulfur Bathhouse district and pay a visit to the Legvtakhevi canyon to see a small river and natural waterfall falling from 22 m.

After Tbilisi tour drive to Mtskheta – the former capital of Eastern Georgian kingdom Iberia and visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, built in the 11th c., and Jvari Monastery, built in the 6th c.

From Mtskheta continue the way to the North, along the Georgian Military road towards the mountainous region of Khevi . On the way we stop at the Zhinvali reservoir and visit Ananuri Architectural Complex, built in the 16th 17th c.c. Ananuri stronghold consists of the fortress, two churches and residential building of Aragvi Eristavi dukes in the medieval times.

In the evening arrive to Gudauri (2196 m).

Dinner and overnight in Gudauri.

Driving distance: 110 km

Breakfast at the hotel. Get ready for a full-day exploration of the Caucasus Mountains;

On the way to Kazbegi we make several stops: at observation platform of Peace Monument, the Jvari Pass (2395 m level) – the highest point on the road, picky travertine natural mount and mineral spring, and villages Kanobi, Arsha and Sioni.

Afterwards, arrive to Kazbegi municipality administrative center of Stephantsminda. Start hike to Mount Gergeti – the round trip will take approximately 2.5 hours. On the top of the mountain (2010 m ) visit medieval Gergeti Trinity Church, (14th c.), overlooking Kazbegi town and white river clouds streaming from the Dariali Canyon. This is the starting point for Alpinist to Mountain Peak Kazbegi (5054m). Sometimes, His Majesty glacier will open up his top under the thick curtains of misteriose clouds. Breathtaking place! 

Another short hike today is towards Gveleti waterfalls. A short drive in the Dariali Gorge to the north frontier to Georgian-Russian border Larsi and St. Archangels’ Michael and Gabriel church will accomplish the day. In the evening arrive back to Gudauri.

Dinner and overnight in Gudauri.

Driving distance: 150 km

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive back to Tbilisi. About two hours’ drive to reach the capital. City sightseeing includes walking Rustaveli Avenue, Freedom Square, Pushkini Street, pedestrian glass Bridge of Peace, King Erekle II and Shardeni Streets, Meidan square and the old town, full of souvenir shops, outdoor cafes and art galleries scattered around. 

Finish the tour on Mtatsminda park – the highest point in Tbilisi (770m). We can get here with the funicular cable train. Amazing panorama opens in front of you.

Overnight in Tbilisi.

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and drive to Tbilisi International Airport for Departure. 

We wish you a nice trip back and hope to host you on Georgian Roads again!