To The Majestic Kazbegi Full Day tour
Description
A day tour to the Kazbegi region, winding through the Military road of Georgia. You can explore mountains, rivers, castles and the Holy Trinity Church of Gergeti at a 2,130-meter altitude which provides magnificent views of Kazbegi.
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Door-to-door service
Zhinvali, also Jinvali, is an artificial water reservoir located on the river Aragvi in Georgia. 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 color surrounded by mountains.
Ananuri fortress is a sixteenth-century castle complex on the Aragvi River. 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.
An amazing natural phenomenon - the confluence of two rivers with black and white colors of water
Next stop on the way is Gudauri, a remarkable ski resort in Georgia. 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. The ski season lasts from December through April.
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. Amazing view!
The source of mineral water and unusual rocks that have been formed here over millions of years.
At an altitude of 7119 feet (2,170 meters), the twelfth or thirteenth-century monument was erected on the southern slopes of Mkinvarcveri. 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. Check our option - hiking to the Gergeti Trinity Church or just a driver with a car!
It is the third-highest peak in Georgia (after Mount Shkhara and Janga) and the seventh-highest summit in the Caucasus Mountains. 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.
On the way back to Tbilisi we will stop at one of the restaurants in the Pasanauri village. This place is considered the birthplace of Georgian dumplings - Khinkali. Here you can also try fresh river fish, lamb and much more.
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Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date.
- 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.
- Not recommended for travellers with motion sickness
Reviews(30)
Great trip! Khatuna as a great guide, and I strongly recommend her for this tour. I especially appreciated their good communications on what to expect.
Thank you so much, John, for your kind review and for recommending our tour to Kazbegi. I am delighted to hear you had such a great experience with Khatuna! She is a lovely guide and I will be sure to share your feedback with her—she will be so happy to hear it. I am also very glad our communications were helpful for you. We always try our best to make sure our guests feel personally cared for and know exactly what to expect before heading into the mountains. Thank you for choosing us for your adventure!
This tour was nothing short of exceptional. From start to finish, everything was flawlessly organized and thoughtfully executed. My guide, Gio, was outstanding – incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about his country. He shared not only historical facts, but also cultural context and personal insights that gave real depth to the experience. It was a true pleasure to spend the day in his company. Equally impressive was driver, Pancho. He drove with great care and confidence, even on challenging mountain roads, and was always courteous, and attentive. His calm presence added a lot to the overall comfort of the day. The tour followed the itinerary exactly as promised, and every stop was both visually stunning and culturally enriching. I felt I gained a genuine overview of the region. This was far more than just sightseeing – it was an experience full of meaning and discovery. I can most warmly recommend this tour, and especially Gio and Pancho. If you're in Tbilisi and want to explore beyond the city, this is the perfect choice.
Dear Meike, Wow — thank you so much for this beautifully written and thoughtful review! 🌄 We’re beyond grateful that you chose our “Majestic Kazbegi Full Day Tour” and that it became such a meaningful experience for you. Gio and Pancho will be deeply touched by your words — they both care deeply about what they do, and your recognition means everything. From the high mountain roads of Truso Valley to the spiritual quiet of Gergeti Trinity Church, this region holds so much to discover, and we’re so glad it resonated with you on a deeper level. This isn’t just a sightseeing trip — it’s about connection, stories, and the living culture of Georgia. Thank you for helping others see that too. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more adventures — maybe next time in Tusheti or the Rainbow Mountains!
We loved our day trip into the Caucasus Mountains with Khatuna driving us safely on the winding roads & giving us lots of information about the interesting places visited.
Dear Janet and William, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day in the Caucasus with Khatuna. We're glad she was able to provide both a safe journey and interesting insights into the beautiful places you visited. The winding roads of Kazbegi are no match for her expertise and we're delighted that the stunning scenery made your day memorable. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in Georgia!
The guide was excellent and all the info she gave about this and that made it a good tour. Hence, even tough the driving distance was significant we still had fun. The mountains were of course also very interesting to see.
Thank you, Jes, for your kind words and 5-star rating! 🌟 We're glad you had a good tour and enjoyed the insightful information from our excellent guide on your Majestic Kazbegi Full Day Tour. Despite the long drive, it's fantastic to hear that you still had fun and found the mountains fascinating. We look forward to having you join us for more memorable tours in the future!
I had an amazing day with Khatuna from friendly.ge exploring the Kazbegi area. She picked me up from my airbnb in a super comfy car and drove us safely to all the stunning places, telling great and fun stories. I also was with Khatuna on another tour, and her knowledge about all places in Georgia is mind-blowing. She is also very caring and has a great sense of humor! Loved every minute, thank you, Nicolette
Hi Nicolette, Thank you so much for your fantastic review and for sharing your experience with Khatuna on the Majestic Kazbegi Full Day Tour. We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing day exploring the stunning landscapes of Kazbegi and that Khatuna's company added so much to your trip. Indeed, Khatuna takes great pride in sharing her extensive knowledge of Georgia and strives to make each tour comfortable, informative and enjoyable with her stories and humor. It's wonderful to know that her efforts and care were so appreciated and that your time spent with her on several tours was consistently delightful. We truly appreciate your kind words and the time you took to write this review. Your feedback not only motivates us, but also helps others considering our tours to make informed decisions. Thank you again for choosing to explore Georgia with us and for your warm recommendation. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for another adventure!
We had a wonderful trip with our driver Khatuna who was an excellent, safe driver who went out of her way to make this an incredibly memorable experience. We would definitely recommend her and will request her as our driver should we ever come back to Georgia. Friendly .ge is a reputable company . Everything was very well organized and communication was excellent.
Hello Connie, Thank you so much for your glowing review! 🌟 We're absolutely delighted to hear that you had a fantastic experience on our Majestic Kazbegi Full Day tour. Khatuna is indeed a gem on our team, and she'll be thrilled to hear that she contributed to making your trip memorable. Your kind words validate the hard work we put into ensuring every tour is special, and we're so pleased to know that our efforts paid off for you. We'd be honored to have you back for another adventure in Georgia! Once again, thank you for choosing Friendly.ge and for taking the time to share your experience. Safe travels and we hope to see you again soon! 🌄
I took a private tour to Kazbegi in August 2023. Aleksi was a great guide -- knowledgeable, thoughtful, and very flexible and accommodating. We were able to tack on a few additional sites I was interested in and he didn't charge me extra. Communication was very smooth. Thanks so much, Aleksi!
Dear Mike, Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience on our Majestic Kazbegi Full Day tour. We are absolutely delighted to hear that your private tour with Aleksi was a success! Aleksi is indeed a valued member of our team, known for his expertise, thoughtfulness, and flexibility. It's great to know that he was able to accommodate your interest in additional sites and that you appreciated the smooth communication. Our main goal is to ensure that our guests have a unique and personalized experience, and it sounds like we achieved that with your tour. Thank you once again for choosing us for your adventure to Kazbegi, and for sharing your feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to guide you on another exciting journey in Georgia in the near future!
Our recent trip to Kazbegi with Friendly.ge was truly remarkable. We requested for the private transfer service. We greatly appreciate Nika’s Professionalism and Punctuality. His attentive driving ensured a smooth and comfortable journey, even on the winding mountain roads that lead to Kazbegi. His deep knowledge of the routes and the region added an extra layer of confidence and excitement to our adventure. Thank you, Friendly.ge, for providing us with an unforgettable journey to Kazbegi.
Dear Gehad-Mekkawi, Thank you for the fantastic review of our 'To The Majestic Kazbegi Full Day tour'! We are overjoyed to hear that your recent trip to Kazbegi was truly remarkable. We appreciate your kind words for our driver Nika. His professionalism, punctuality, and intimate knowledge of the routes are what make him such an integral part of our team. We're glad to know that these aspects of our service significantly contributed to the enjoyment of your journey. We aim to provide our guests with unforgettable experiences, and your feedback affirms the hard work we put into achieving this. We hope that your journey to Kazbegi was filled with beautiful memories, and we would love to have you back for more adventures. Once again, thank you for choosing Friendly.ge!
What a breathtaking tour! We went in March when the mountains are still snowy and the view was everything. Out guide, Aleksi, was also great, told us many things about the mountains, Georgian culture and more. He was very helpful and flexible with accommodating all our requests. We can only recommend this tour if you love the mountains and want a full day of eyecandy :)
Dear Luca, Thank you so much for sharing your amazing experience with us on the To The Majestic Kazbegi Full Day tour. We are thrilled to hear that you had a breathtaking time and enjoyed the stunning views of the snowy mountains. Aleksi is a fantastic guide, and we're glad to hear he provided you with insightful information about Georgian culture and the mountains. We're also happy to hear that he was able to accommodate your requests and make the tour a memorable experience for you. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the opportunity to show you more of the beautiful landscapes and culture of Georgia in the future. Thank you for choosing our tour company and sharing your kind words with us.
We've had a wonderful day with Giorgi. It was both full of natural wonders and historical adventure. Through the entire trip we discussed architecture, Georgia's blockbuster history and unique culture and language. From ancient time through Golden era to the sorrow times of strife, Russian Imperial rule, being a part of USSR and back to independence, not historical stone was left unturned. It was accompanied by interesting anecdotes and spectacular views from the car windows. Giorgi was also accommodating when we wanted to take pictures outside of the standard itinerary. I think out of everything I've taken as a tour in Georgia, that was the most interesting one. I'd like to mention that he speaks both English and exceptionally fluent Russian so we were switching back-and-forth as required to understand each other. Keep it awesome, folks!
