Kazbegi Tour, Caucasus Mountains, Ananuri, Gudauri Ski Resort, Panoramic Views

Itinerary
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Stop At: Zhinvali Lake View, Zhinvali Reservoir, Georgia

Our first stop will be Zhinvali Dam/Water Reservoir, also known as a lake is located on the Georgian Military Highway. Soviet Union constructed the dam in the 1980s. As Tbilisi was growing rapidly, there was a need of a new water supply. Government decided that the Aragvi Gorge rich with glacier water was the perfect spot. There you have possibility to take beautiful photos with the stunning panoramic view of the water and surrounding colorful forests and some funny photos with Georgian national shepherd dress & hat ‘’Papakhi’’ which is a high fur hat usually made of karakul sheep skin and you will also be able to walk through little open air market with Georgian souvenirs.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble, Georgian Military Highway, Ananuri Georgia

Afterwards we’ll continue to explore the famous 17th century Ananuri Fortress. The castle was the scene of numerous battles and is known for its haunting history. It was attacked many times throughout the centuries but it still stands strong and attracts each and every guest.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Pasanauri Community Centre, ს3, ფასანაური, Georgia

After Ananuri Fortress we will stop in the village Pasanauri and see magical natural confluence of the black and white Aragvi rivers. If you like adventures and if you would like to try whitewater rafting on the Aragvi river you will be able to do it but it is optional and it is up to you.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Gudauri viewing point, Georgia

Then we’ll head up the military highway of Georgia to Gudauri, where we’ll see the Friendship Monument also known as Panorama Gudauri. The government of Soviet Union built this monument in order to celebrate 200 years since the Treaty of Georgievsk signed in 1783. This panorama is decorated with Soviet Style mosaics depicting Georgian and Russian heroes, farmers, fairy tales and communist symbols. The monument is very vivid and colorful however the most important part is beauty of its location and amazing panoramic views of Caucasus Mountains.

Gudauri has also become a popular spot for extreme lovers. Here you will have an opportunity to do Paragliding! Fly like an eagle over the Caucasus Mountains with a professional pilot and record a video to share with your friends. Paragliding in Gudauri is great fun unforgettable memory and lifetime adventure!

In winter Gudauri is perfect place for skiing and snowboarding, there are 34.8 km of slopes available. 15 lifts transport the guests. The winter sports area is situated between the elevations of 1,993 and 3,276 m.
Gudauri is the largest and highest ski resort in Georgia and it continues to grow at a rapid pace. Mt. Sadzele (3,307 m) is accessed by lifts up to 3,279 m elevation. There are slopes of all difficulty levels for skiing and snowboarding and the slopes are FIS certified. The winter sports resort also lures visitors with its freeriding and heli-skiing opportunities. Large quantities of natural snow make the surrounding peaks on the border between Europe and Asia an ideal territory for powder enthusiasts. The winter sports resort is located on the Cross Pass, about 120 km north of Tbilisi. A modern ski resort for all types of skiing has developed here, in the middle of the Caucasus Mountains.


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kazbegi Guest House, Kostava Street 60, Kazbegi 4700, Georgia

After Gudauri we will have a stop at 5 star hotel ‘’Rooms Hotel Kazbegi’’ which is great place for an excellent lunch with nice terrace which overlooks the Gergeti holy trinity church and the famous glacier ‘’Kazbegi’’ 5,047 mt ASL

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gergeti Trinity Church, Stepantsminda Georgia

This is the most anticipated stop and culmination of this Tour. Gergeti Holy Trinity Church which is considered as 6th the most beautiful church in the world by Telegram is located at 2170 meters above sea level, under the great glacier Kazbegi (5047 ASL) and it overlooks the city of Stepantsminda also known as Kazbegi. This monastery has recently become very well-known worldwide for its amazing and absolutely incomparable views!

We will need to change car and hire 4WD car to visit the church because there is no other way of getting up to the church.

Duration: 1 hour