Day tour to mountains Jinvali lake, Ananuri, Kazbegi, Arch friendship

Overview

Available languages

Russian

English

9 hours

Mobile ticket

On our tour to Ananuri-Kazbegi mountains you will have an exciting drive, heading north along the Georgian Military Highway into the high Caucasus Mountains. Zhinvali Dam is a hydroelectric dam on the Aragvi River in Zhinvali. Ananuri is a fortress built by the Dukes of Aragvi and its earliest parts date from the 13th century. The fortress is on the UNESCO Tentative list. Monument or Treaty of Georgievsk Monument is a monument build in 1983 to celebrate the bicentennial of the Treaty of Georgievsk and ongoing friendship between Georgia and Soviet Russia.

Gergeti Trinity is located in Kazbegi municipality, 1 km from the village Gergeti, 2200 meters above sea level. It is the most popular tourist destination in Georgia. The Trinity Church of Gergeti, with its history and location, is the face of Georgia - a Christian island hidden in the most beautiful nature.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Tour may be canceled or modified due to unfavorable weather conditions, public road works, group of less than 3 travelers, or other unforeseen circumstances. In such cases tourists will be offered refund or substitute tours

Minimum numbers apply

Dress code is smart - no casual clothes

From 10 December 2018 ascent to the Gergeti Trinity Church will not be carried out! Tour changes are seasonal!

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Professional guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Live commentary on board

Food and drinks, unless specified

Ascending fee on Trinity Church for 4X4 SUVs. Approx. 10-15 GEL per person. Optional for tourists willing to stay at the Kazbegi village

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

During the 9-hour guided day trip from Tbilisi, you will see important locations of Georgian culture and history. The Zhinvali Dam is a hydroelectric dam on the Aragvi River in Zhinvali, Georgia in the Caucasus Mountains. Despite its obviously artificial origins, the reservoir blends in with the surrounding environment perfectly and delights visitors with its turquoise waters. Ananuri is a fortress situated on the foreland by the Aragvi River, not far from Zhinvali water reservoir and about 70 km from Tbilisi, Georgia. It was built by the Dukes of Aragvi and its earliest parts date from the 13th century. The fortress is on the UNESCO Tentative list. The fortress consist of two fortifications joined by a crenelated curtain wall. Stopping at Gudauri, this ski resort is located on the south-facing plateau of The Greater Caucasus Mountain Range in Georgia. The resort is situated in the Stepantsminda District, along the Georgian Military Highway near the Cross Pass, at an elevation of 2,200 meters, above sea level with ski-able area enjoying maximum exposure to the sun. The resort offers high quality skiing opportunities. The slopes of Gudauri are completely above the tree line and are best for free-riders and are generally considered to be avalanche-safe. The ski season lasts from December to April. Monument or Treaty of Georgievsk Monument is a monument built in 1983 to celebrate the bicentennial of the Treaty of Georgievsk and ongoing friendship between Georgia and Soviet Russia. Located on the Georgian Military Highway between the ski resort town of Gudauri and the Jvari pass, the monument is a large round stone and concrete structure overlooking the Devil's Valley in the Caucasus mountains. IMPORTANT: Gergeti Trinity Church - You can visit from March to November (in winter, the road is not safe). There is a separate entrance charge for this attraction.

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Day tour to mountains Jinvali lake, Ananuri, Kazbegi, Arch friendship

Reviews

4.59

208 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

164

Entry level.
K4045RVsandrob,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A two-day trip to Kazbegi and Kakheti with Giorgi's driver and Nino's guide, flew by in a way that didn't want the day to end... The tour with these people and the tour itself is a fairy tale... You guys need to see this... 🤗🤗🤗Back for sure...
Georgia Kazbegi Tour: look for Nino!
timothyfH2993WF,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nino is very warm as a tour guide—her energy is very charismatic and accomodating. She’s very informative and organized and makes sure that everybody has a good time. I’m travelling with old folks but she has accomodated them superbly even on physically demanding parts of the tour. Definitely a good idea to have her on your trips!
Unforgettable experience
E4407PI ,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My experience was perfect! Everything went very smoothly, the trip was comfortable with stops! The view from the places we visited was amazing as well as the food we had in the restaurant!
Wonderful.
anib788,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We went at the end of August to Kazbegi and it was all excellent, the wonderful place, the attention from the workers of 10, Nino was our guide and Sulhan our driver. It's the third tour we've done. Recommended.
Walking in the mountains
jean-luc b,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great. Nick and Georges were perfect!! Very nice excursion with beautiful landscapes under a beautiful sky To do
Amazing country
flawlessjourney,
Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A lot to cover and Nic and kvazo did a great job educating and keeping us on track. Recommend to those that enjoy day trips outside the city center
Terrible experience
saraheM1657JV,
Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
I wish I could say this trip was worth it, but honestly, it was a complete disappointment. The so-called “tour” was nothing more than being dropped off at the site—no activities, no effort, just a straight ride from the car to the location. If that’s your idea of a tour, then congratulations, mission accomplished. But the real disaster was the driver. His reckless driving turned what should have been a scenic journey through the mountains into a nerve-wrecking nightmare. No respect for speed limits, no consideration for the narrow, winding roads, and absolutely no concern about the massive trucks sharing the same path. Safety seemed like an optional extra that was conveniently left out. If you’re into high-risk driving adventures disguised as tourism, this is your place. Otherwise, save yourself the stress and go elsewhere.
Very good journey.
Zhao L,
Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a great experience. I went to a lot of places, the scenery was beautiful and pleasant. Makes us feel different from the great shores of nature. Thank you also to the tour guide and chauffeur for this journey.
Great expérience and so beautiful landscapes!
c cileh511,
Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very good guide. Very good car driver. Always here to answer my questions. I highly recommend. It was a full and beauriful day.Thank you. Cécile from France
I don't really recommend it.
hirokos446,
Jul 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
The sloppy driver leaves without noticing the half-door. I handled my smartphone many times along the way and braked suddenly. Someone was injured because of that. The guide also gave very little explanation on the train, only a very small explanation at the spot he arrived. It was also difficult to hear in a small voice. They were former Soviet people. I wish I could have explained more about Georgia. The sightseeing spot was scenic and very natural and wonderful.