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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
What‘s Included
Transportation service
A professional guide service
Food and drink
Options
For Foreign Visitors
For foreign visitors: This price applies to foreign visitors.
For Local Georgians
This price applies to locals: Georgian ID is required for this option.
Reviews
416 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly Recommended
403abdullahm,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Going on this day trip was an absolute breath of fresh air in all possible ways. From the customer service, arrangements, location and the service provided during the trip. A special thanks to our guide Shoti who amazed us not just by being our host throughout the trip, but with the amount of knowledge he has of history and geology not just within Georgia but the surrounding countries as well. A highly recommended tour agency that I'll definitely go with again and again!
Go to the est !
810cecilef,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Zurab was really interesting, full of anecdotes ;and managed efficiently and nicely . Beautiful landscape and monastery
Terrific tour
Wander25298936778,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a terrific tour. Luca is a very knowledgeable host and was very generous with information and tips. I highly recommend this tour.
At the end of Georgia
ZuzanaM16,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Worthy trip to a remote part of the country, with a guide who knows both facts and legends.
Amazing
stellabE5850LI,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My trip to Georgia was absolutely wonderful. The tour perfectly combined history, culture, and breathtaking nature. From the ancient churches of Mtskheta , Gori and Uplistsikhe, every moment felt magical. The guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about Georgian history. I learned so much about local traditions, tasted food I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to discover the true heart of Georgia — a country full of warmth, beauty, and soul.
Really nice experience
rachellH3857SP,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really nice expérience with pur guide and learned a lot about Georgian History, legends and anecdotes. Also, it is a really small hike so it is pretty accessible
Wonderful experience
Sancel89,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide, Dimitri, was very professional and speaks excellent English. The trip is short but absolutely worth it. We traveled by minivan through barren hills near the Azerbaijan border. We visited a monastery surrounded by defensive walls, rich in history. Dimitri explained everything clearly and competently. For lunch, I recommend bringing snacks. After that, Dimitri guided us on a hike in the Rainbow Mountains—breathtaking scenery. Do not underestimate the wind: it can be very strong. In winter it is extremely cold. Avoid this tour when it rains.
This was our final trip...
SilviaMatilda A,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was our final trip during our visit to Georgia, and we couldn’t have asked for a better tour to end it with. It encapsulates some of the elements that make Georgia such a wonderful country to visit — the stunning landscapes and the fascinating history of religion and its development. The David Gareja complex is truly intriguing, especially once you understand the context and history of the site, which our guide explained very well. The Rainbow Mountains provide the perfect backdrop for memorable photos — ones you'll look back on for years to come. One thing we would recommend is wearing good footwear, as the terrain can be quite slippery if it has rained beforehand. Our tour guide gave us plenty of time to take photos and even suggested the best angles, which was very helpful. On the way back, our guide also played some traditional polyphonic music, which was a lovely touch and helped us feel even more immersed in Georgian culture. We would definitely recommend this trip.
good experience
pavi1893,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00best experience. wonderful location and guide helped us a lot. he took us on a hiking trip and it was very nice. we got lot of information about georgia about the place etc
Amazing tour. Location is...
Naim Y,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing tour. Location is very serene and peaceful. Guide was exceptional. Highly recommend this tour
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