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Kazbegi Mountain Escape — 2 Days

A short, scenic escape into the High Caucasus along the Georgian Military Highway, with the Gergeti Trinity Church as the centerpiece.

2 days moderate May – October (highway open year-round but winter conditions apply November–April)
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About this tour

Two days that condense the most photogenic mountain route in Georgia. We follow the Georgian Military Highway north from Tbilisi — past Ananuri fortress, the Jvari Pass and the alpine ski resort of Gudauri — to Stepantsminda, the village beneath Mount Kazbeg. The 14th-century Gergeti Trinity Church (2,170 m) is reached by 4×4 or, for fit travelers, on foot. Overnight in a small mountain hotel with views of the peak.

Route

Tbilisi → Ananuri → Gudauri → Stepantsminda → Tbilisi

Highlights

  • Ananuri fortress on the Aragvi reservoir
  • Russia–Georgia Friendship Monument (1983)
  • Jvari Pass at 2,395 m
  • Gergeti Trinity Church (4×4 transfer or 2-hour hike)
  • Views of Mount Kazbeg (5,054 m)
  • Optional paragliding from Gudauri (seasonal)

Day-by-day itinerary

Indicative itinerary — details are subject to review and confirmation.

  1. 1

    Tbilisi → Stepantsminda

    Morning departure from Tbilisi. Stops at Zhinvali reservoir, Ananuri fortress, the Russia–Georgia Friendship Monument and the Jvari Pass. Arrive in Stepantsminda by mid-afternoon, with time for a short walk in the village.

    Overnight: Stepantsminda
  2. 2

    Gergeti Trinity & return

    4×4 transfer up to Gergeti Trinity Church for full guiding and photos; the church sits below the southern face of Mount Kazbeg. Optional 2-hour hike on the descent for fit travelers. Lunch in Stepantsminda, then drive back to Tbilisi (about 3 hours).

    Meals: Breakfast

Included

  • ✓1 night in Stepantsminda (3★, breakfast)
  • ✓Private vehicle Tbilisi–Stepantsminda–Tbilisi
  • ✓Local 4×4 to Gergeti Trinity Church
  • ✓English-speaking guide
  • ✓Hotel pick-up in Tbilisi

Not included

  • −Lunches and dinners
  • −Optional paragliding or horse-riding in Gudauri
  • −Personal expenses and tips

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