Private Tour

Davit Gareji and the Natlismcemeli Monastery+ Wine factory

Overview

Available languages

Russian

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

The path to the ancient monastery

We will meet in Tbilisi and head south-east towards the Georgian-Azerbaijani border. The only village that you will meet on the way to the monastery, as if making excuses because of its location in an arid area, is called Udabno (desert - in Georgian). On the way, you will see the natural landscape of the neighborhood - a waterless steppe that changes color depending on the season, ridges of bizarre "design" hills and the outlines of the Caucasus Mountains visible in the distance. After short stops for photographing at the salt lake and / or other places we like, we will arrive at the main destination - the monastery that still functions today.

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

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

Landscapes of the Gareja Desert This is a trip to a completely different Georgia: you will discover the stunning, unlike anything else, the nature of a real stone desert, where there is no water, and the grass turns yellow and becomes dry in the middle of summer. On the way to the monastery, we will stop at such places of the Gareja Desert, where the breathtaking and harsh beauty of the views is breathtaking. You will be able to take photos from the best angles and perhaps get the chance to see wild foxes, jackals and eagles. And in the winter season, herds of sheep grazing in the yellow-red expanses will also fall into the frame.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

David Gareja Monastery

Lavra David Cave Monastery You will visit the David Lavra - a functioning male monastery of the 6th century and look into the main temple of the monastery, walk along its territory and see the cell of David of Gareja with a source inside. I will tell you why this monk is one of the most revered saints in Georgia, I will tell you interesting facts and legends about his life, the history of the monastery. We will take a walk in the vicinity of the cave complex

2 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Comfortable service. Guide service.

WiFi on board

Wine tasting

Lunch

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Davit Gareji and the Natlismcemeli Monastery+ Wine factory

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Reviews

4.50

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A nice Monastery on the hills
Anastas Z,,Mar 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
A nice Active monastery near the boarders on the hill , tasteful wines and Formation with colored Rocks. The boarders Are kept by a soldier as we can See from far on the way to the monastery.
It was a fine journey...
LUS P,,Aug 6, 2022
- Review from Viator
3.00
It was a fine journey with a sympatic guy but we dont saw the second monument and the guide wasn't in Italian as we booked. Nevertheless, he was good and pleasant.
Magnificent
Xzawrghjjjj,,Jun 6, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was very enjoyable, everything interesting and informative. The driver is professional and neat, guide Revaz is a bomb!!) Presents information in a humorous way. Educated, delicate and unobtrusive. We recommend these guys if you want to experience Georgia from all angles!
best amaizing trip in georgia
gioe666,,Jun 6, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing beauty and travel Davit Gareji monastery complex. It was an unforgettable day for us. The best organized tour. George is the best driver and he speaks English. I recommend it to everyone.