David Gareji Monastery & Rainbow Mountains Tour with Wine Tasting

Overview

Available languages

Russian

English

9 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover one of eastern Georgia’s most unique landscapes on our full-day David Gareji Tour. We begin our journey from Tbilisi and drive through the dramatic semi-desert scenery toward the historic David Gareji Monastery, a 6th-century cave complex carved into the cliffs along the Georgian-Azerbaijani border. After exploring the monastery and enjoying panoramic views, we continue with a guided walking tour in the spectacular Rainbow Mountains, famous for their colorful mineral layers and untouched nature.

Our next stop is a short visit to the tranquil salt lake near Udabno, where the white salt crust and wide open plains create a striking contrast to the surrounding hills. We then head to Kakheti for a relaxing break at Wineria Kakheti restaurant in Tokhliauri, where you can enjoy authentic Georgian cuisine and local wine. In the evening, we return comfortably to Tbilisi, completing a day filled with history, landscapes, and flavors of Georgia.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

David Gareja Monastery

David Gareji is an ancient cave monastery among harsh landscapes, a place of power and silence.

2 hours • Admission Included

Trip To David Gareji

The **Rainbow Mountains near **David Gareji are a striking natural feature in eastern Georgia, not far from the famous David Gareji monastery complex — about 60–70 km southeast of Tbilisi. They’re best described as a colorful semi-desert landscape of layered hills with vivid hues ranging from reds and oranges to yellows and browns, created by mineral-rich sedimentary rocks and long-term geological processes that expose different coloured strata.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable