Group tour to Gudauri and Kazbegi

Itinerary

Day 1: KAZBEGI-GUDAURI –ANANURI

Stop At: Zhinvali Dam, 4QPC+CX5, Aranisi, Georgia Explore the Caucasus Mountains on a one-day tour of the Kazbegi region.You will depart from Tbilisi early in the morning our guide and driver will meet you at your hotel(apartment). we will visit Zhinvali dam .The Zhinvali Dam is a hydroelectric dam on the Aragvi River in the Caucasus Mountains in Zhinvali, Georgia.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble, Georgian Military Highway Near Zhinvali Reservoir, Ananuri 1803 Georgia Ananuri fortress. The fortress dates to XVI-XVIII centuries and it is situated to the foreland by the river Aragvi, close to Jinvali reservoir. This is perfect place for landscape photography, there is amazingly beautiful views of blue water and the mountains. Then we will visit Ananuri fortress.Ananuri was a castle and seat of the eristavis (Dukes) of Aragvi, a feudal dynasty which ruled the area from the 13th century. The castle was the scene of numerousbattles. Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Gudauri Ski Resort, Gudauri Recreational Area, Gudauri 4702, Georgia Next stop on the way in Gudauri – remarkable ski resort in Georgia. Resort is located at the altitude 2200 meters above the sea level. The resort offers high quality skiing opportunities. The ski season lasts from December till April. Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Gergeti Trinity Church, Near the Village of Gergeti, Stepantsminda Georgia From Gudauri continue your trip to Gergeti trinity church (XII-XIV) century’s monument erected on the southern slopes of Mkinvarcveri is located at an altitude of 2170 meters. Gergeti Trinity church is an important temple and remarkable for its beautiful scenery. The Gergeti Trinity church is set poignantly on a hill directly below the towering white massif of Mount Kazbek ( 5033 meters). Built six hundred years ago its stones have weathered repeated blizzards, rain and invasion to stand as a proud symbol of Georgian resilience in the face of adversity. It is the photographer’s perfect shot. you can relax in Kzbegi and taste Georgian delicous food with wine at some local restaurants. after it we can go back to Tbilisi. Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day. Accommodation included: overnight in Tiflis room in the city center (apartment )

Day 2: MTSKHETA JVARI GORI

Stop At: Jvari Church, Mtskheta Georgia During the tour, you can enjoy panoramic aerial views of mountains around Jvari Monastery, observe the confluence of Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers.Jvari Monastery- Georgian Orthodox monastery of the 6th century near Mtskheta (World Heritage site). The name is translated as the Monastery of Cross. Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The City-Museum Reserve of Mtskheta, Mtskheta Georgia Drive to Mtskheta - ancient capital of Georgia to visit UNESCO sites: Jvari monastery 6th c and Svetitskhoveli cathedral 11th c. Considered as Georgian architectural wonder, Svetitskhoveli preserves the robe of Jesus Christ. Saint gabrieli grave and souvenir market. Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Uplistsiche Cave Town, Kvakhvreli 15 km Eastwards to Town Gori, Gori 1423 Georgia Uplistsikhe is an ancient rock-hewn town in eastern Georgia, some 10 kilometers east of the town of Gori, Shida Kartli. Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day. Accommodation included: Overnight at Tiflis room in the city center.

Day 3: Tbilisi city tour

Stop At: Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi, MRW8+XJC, Tbilisi, Georgia Thetour begins at 10:00 A.M. Our Driver and Guide will meet you at your hotel .First visit toTrinity cathedralthe highest church in Georgia, where thousands of children arebaptized everyyear. After Sameba,have a walk in theShardenStreet andvisitErekle II Street full of nice café-bars. Cross the bridge of peace and with cable car ride uptoNarikala fortress built in 4thcentury.visitMother of Georgia statue ,Stroll down to the Old Mosque, continuetoLegvtakheviareaand explore small canyon and waterfall. Explore bathhouse quarter –Abanotubani.Bathhouses still use naturally hot sulfur water. After it we will visit MTATSMINA park.Mtatsminda Park is a famous landscaped park located at the top of Mount Mtatsminda overlooking the Georgian capital Tbilisi. The park has carousels, water slides, a roller-coaster, funicular, and a big Ferris Wheel at the edge of the mountain, offering a splendid view over the city. Duration: 5 hours

No meals included on this day. Accommodation included: Overnight in Tiflis room in the city center

Day 4: Free day

Stop At: The Bridge of Peace, Tbilisi Georgia the bridge of peace Duration: 20 minutes

No meals included on this day. Accommodation included: Overnight at Tiflis room in the city center