Day Trip to Rainbow Mountains and David Gareja
Overview
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7 hours
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It is a tour where lovers of history, politics, nature, and photography meet each other. In just 7 hours, you explore Georgian Sahara, Rainbow Mountains, David Gareji Lavra, and Lake. After all, you return to Tbilisi and finish the tour at 5 pm.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The minimum age of a traveler is 5.
Dress code for a church - It's not allowed for anyone to enter a church in shorts, and women need to cover their heads.
The tour operates in all weather conditions. Therefore, please dress according to the weather.
What To Expect
Traveler’s Meeting Point
Traveler's Meeting Point - is a free space where you can meet new exciting people, play board games, listen to good music or enjoy a glass of wine.
The first place where you will stop is a shop to buy snacks. Since the area doesn't have good restaurants and we do not have a lunch stop, you should get some snacks not to feel too hungry and uncomfortable. And next, we go to a salty lake, where we have an outstanding possibility to take some nice pictures. The lake is on the way to David Gareji Lavra, and the views are astonishing for taking memorable photos. In total, for the shop and the lake, we will have 30 minutes.
Options
For Local Georgians
This price applies to locals: Georgian ID is required for this option.
For Foreign Visitors
For foreign visitors: This price applies to foreign visitors.
What‘s Included
Transportation service
A professional guide service
Food and drink
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
478 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing day tour to the Georgian Countryside
343jasperk,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The day trip to the rainbow mountains with Tato was amazing! I really enjoyed the scenic hike through the valley and Tato had a lot of interesting information for us. It was the first tour I did that actually included some hiking and where wouldn’t just go everywhere by car. I really liked that and I would love to do more tours like this one. The drive was very smooth and I felt very safe the whole time. The views from the car while going through these just scarcely inhabited landscapes was breathtaking!
Hidden gem of Georgia
115caitiem,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great little hidden gem of Georgia! The walk through the rainbow mountains was very pretty and the monastery was so unique. Tota was a great guide, very knowledgeable on Georgian history and the sites we visited
A visit is worthwhile...
ElisabettaSilvio,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The monastery is perfectly located on the way from Tbilisi to Sighnaghi and is halfway there. The Rainbow Mountains and the landscape in general are very beautiful, and the monastery itself is, of course, as well.
Loved the Rainbows with Gamarjoba Tour’s Nika
ReneeD422,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nika was a lovely host on this awe inspiring hike in the Rainbow mountains. He was friendly, caring, and very informative throughout. The striations in these mountains are beautiful to behold, and so unique. The David Gareja cave monastery, too, was so magnificent to behold. I highly recommend this tour, and in Nika’s highly competent hands you can’t go wrong!
Very cool trip
Flyer687009,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great trip. Rainbow mountains and the David Gareija complex were very cool to look at and the drive there was already super interesting. Our guide Nika was wonderful and explained everything with patience.
Adventures with Nika
Limingde12,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A relaxing drive through beautiful countryside ending in a moderate hike and visit to a cave monastery.
David Gareja
sandrafM2115UX,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a beautiful day! We had a wonderful excursion through magnificent landscapes to the monastery. Our tour guide Alex accompanied us very skillfully. He created a relaxed atmosphere and paid attention to all participants. He provided us with a lot of knowledge and answered questions on all possible topics. The first stop at a supermarket was very practical to stock up for the day, even with ready-made meals at the counter, as there would only be a kiosk for coffee and water at the monastery later on. At this time of year, everything was green and the vast meadows of the steppe looked dreamlike, there were many special flowers and plants to discover. The lake looked very beautiful in this setting, the short photo stop was worth it to capture nature, especially since a herd of sheep was very close and the shepherd rode around the lake picturesque on his horse. High up in the air, a group of lammergeiers could be seen! At the monastery, we first hiked a round through the hills to get to know the sediments of the rainbow mountains. Here too, Alex was able to tell us some interesting facts. Shoes with tread on the soles are recommended, but the hike is easy. The monastery/church itself and the caves can be quickly viewed but are interesting. Alex explained the history to us well. Afterward, we had a picnic at a beautiful spot further up, which we had to climb to. The group was asked if they wanted that. The path led past the Georgian border soldiers who monitor the border to Azerbaijan here. The return trip was relaxed; the driver brought us back quickly and safely.
Don’t miss this tour while you are in tbilisi
marygraces440,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this tour. Alexandre , our tour guide, is very good in English and very interactive. He let us asked questions instead of just giving us lecture about the place. He gave us wonderful recommendation for restaurants in Tbilisi as well. When I had a hard time going down, he assisted me and shared the time he was also afraid of slopes. So as a traveler, it gave me comfort instead of shame for being so fearful. The tour is very organised and on time. The only suggestiom I have is to give us more time in the rainbow mountain peak. The monastery is also very interesting especially its medieval architecture. We ended at four pm which was one hour early for the expected time. It was cloudy and rainy so I understand we have to cut short. But overall, no complain and I only want to praise our guide Alexande for job well done.
Recommended.
G8061ZNdanielf,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I can recommend it to everyone. Beautiful landscapes and a great monastery complex. Alex was a great guide, very informative and warm-hearted. The information was presented in a relaxed manner, along with good general tips about nature in Tbilisi.
Rainbow mountains
625zanez,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful trip! Best part was lunch in the highest cave, looking over monastery and rainbow mountains right next to the boarder of Azerbaijan! Thanks to guide Alex for giving a tour and answering to all of our questions!
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