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Traveling to Georgia shortly? Then chances are that you will want to take a trip into the Caucasus Mountains! The best place in Georgia from which to explore this extraordinary region is Kazbegi. It is recommended to stay at least a few days in Kazbegi but, if you are short on time, there are various tours that you can book online starting from Tbilisi. In this post, I’ll let you in on the best tours to Kazbegi that you can book online!
Juta, Georgia
Georgia is an incredible country lying at the intersection between Eastern Europe and Asia. It’s a place where you can still get lost as a traveler as tourism infrastructure is still not plenty and English is not widely spoken.
Georgia’s capital is Tbilisi and will likely be your starting point for exploring the stunning natural sights and impressive attractions of this unique country.
Furthermore, you can find rugged peaks in Georgia, a sunny Black Sea Coast, diverse wine regions, and archaeological wonders like the Vardzia Cave Monastery!
Kazbegi, Georgia
Kazbegi is one of the most popular places to visit in the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia. It’s located only three hours away from Kazbegi and therefore makes for an excellent one- or multiday trip.
The views in Kazbegi are dominated by Mount Kazbek, the highest mountain in Eastern Georgia. This iconic volcano is truly a sight to behold and is on many mountaineers’ and hikers’ bucket lists.
Furthermore, Kazbegi is also home to the scenic Gergety Trinity Church, which lies on a hill overlooking Stepantsminda (Kazbegi’s original name!). It’s one of the most visited places in Georgia by domestic travelers as the church is a symbol of Georgia’s orthodox religion.
Not only the area around Kazbegi town itself is utterly beautiful but you can also find hiking adventures further afield, more particularly around Juta village and the Truso Valley.
Not many travelers feel confident enough though to travel to these regions independently. That’s why, in the next sections, I’ll recommend 9 tours to Kazbegi from Tbilisi.
They are mainly geared toward travelers who want to explore Kazbegi easily and comfortably in a way that doesn’t involve too much exhaustive hiking, but still takes in a lot of beautiful natural sights!
Below, I’ll let you in on two group tours that start almost daily from Tbilisi to Kazbegi. They are in general the cheapest tours out there so it might be the best choice if you are traveling on a budget.
However, do note that these tours can get crowded and it’s possible that you will explore the mountains with 50 other tourists which might make the experience less relaxing.
This day trip to Kazbegi is organized by Gamarjoba Georgia Tours, a local tour company that offers tours to places all over Georgia. This highly rated tour is one of the best group tours to be found online and covers some amazing places in and on the road to Kazbegi.
I’ve been traveling the world, done a lot of tours and these guys are the BEST. I’ve done 4 tours with them and would definitely come back. They are very professional and fun. Gigi was an amazing guide.
ELIE (Read more reviews)
As you embark on your trip along the Georgian Military highway, you will make stops at Ananura Fortress and the Zhinvali Reservoir before stopping at a restaurant serving the best Khinkali to be found in the area.
Afterwards, you will continue your way to Kazbegi, making a stop along the way at the Russian-Georgian Friendship Monument, before exploring the Gergeti Trinity Church in Kazbegi itself. After enjoying a hot drink at the fabulous Rooms Hotel in Kazbegi, the tour bus returns to Tbilisi.
This full-day tour to Kazbegi is operated by Budget Georgia Tours, a local low-cost Georgian tour company. The price of this tour is slightly cheaper than the previous one but takes in the exact same sights.
It doesn’t offer a hotel pick-up but the meeting point is Rose Revolution Square in Tbilisi.
WOW!! What a magical experience. The entire tour from start to finish was amazing, even more so when your guide was funny and had a good sense of humor. Irakli, our guide, really made the trip special with the small details here and there. Despite that, the tour is worth every penny, you HAVE to take this tour and experience everything for yourself because words just cannot explain the beauty that lies within this tour! So that being said… Enjoy 😀
JESSE (Read more reviews)
After embarking the bus at the meeting point in Tbilisi you will drive along the Georgian Military Highway while making stops at the Zhinvali Reservoir and Ananuri Fortress before stopping for lunch at local restaurant Kakhaberi.
Afterward, you’ll make a stop at the Georgian-Russian Friendship Monument and Gergeti Trinity Church. You’ll be transferred back to Tbilisi after having a drink in the Rooms Hotel. If previously agreed upon with the tour operator, it is also possible to spend the night at Rooms Hotel.
If you are not a fan of big group tours, booking a private day tour to Kazbegi might be exactly what you need. Prices are slightly more expensive but is absolutely worth the price because it allows you to explore the area at your own pace with your designated guide.
This tour is a private tour to Kazbegi in Georgia operated by Georgia Tour Factory, a local tour company offering private tours and transport in Georgia.
On this tour, you will visit the same sights and is the previously mentioned group tours. You will be picked up at your accommodation in Tbilisi with your private vehicle before hitting the Georgian Military Highway. On your way to Kazbegi, you will make stops at the Zhinvali Reservoir, Ananuri Fortress, and the Russian-Georgian Friendship Monument before entering the town of Kazbegi.
In Kazbegi you will visit the Gergeti Trinity Church before returning to Tbilisi in your private car.
This tour is a private tour to Kazbegi operated by All Travel Georgia, another great local tour company. Note that the price you see on the booking platform is based on a trip for two people, so it will get more expensive if you are a solo traveler.
The tour Guide was really genial and lovely. She took care of us and showed so charming places! The organization of the tour was good, with no problems, a comfortable car, and a friendly atmosphere. Strongly recommend this option of traveling in Georgia.
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This tour takes in the exact same sights as the previously mentioned private tour. You will start your trip in Tbilisi and hit the Georgian Military Highway while making stops at the Zhinvali Reservoir, the Ananuri Fortress, and the Russian-Georgian Friendship Monument in Gudauri.
Upon request, you can choose to paraglide in Gudauri at an extra cost aside from taking in the magnificent views. Next, you will be taken to the Gergeti Trinity Church in Kazbegi and finish with a drink in a hotel before making your way back in your private car to Tbilisi.
This private tour differs from the previously mentioned tours because it also takes you to the marvels of the incredibly beautiful Truso Valley. You start your trip in Tbilisi and after your hotel pick-up, you will be taken to the Ananuri Fortress on the Georgian Military Highway and to the Gergeti Trinity Church in Kazbegi before embarking on a trip in the nearby Truso Valley.
The tour was very well organised and managed. The services were excellent. The expectation were very well justified. We were treated very homely during the course of our tour and enjoyed every bit of it. We highly recommend the tour operator, their hospitality, and their services. We enjoyed our stay and the tour. Cheers!
VAHEED
At Truso Valley, you can witness incredible natural sights like the Abano mineral lake, mineral water travertines, monasteries, beautiful rivers, and geysers. Truso Valley is a wonderful location near Kazbegi and is especially interesting for nature lovers.
Multi-day group tours are hard to find online if you want to visit the Kazbegi region for a short period of time. If you want to see Kazbegi on a group tour covering various locations in Georgia, Intrepid Travel is a reputable tour company that comes in highly recommended. They offer various slow travel and responsible group tours to Georgia, sometimes combined with locations in Turkey and/or Armenia.
Lastly, here are the best tours to Kazbegi, lasting for multiple days while enjoying the comfort of your private transport. On these tours, you are able to explore the region around Kazbegi more extensively including locations like Mtskheta and the incredible Juta Valley!
These tours are more suitable for conscious travelers since the pace is a little slower and a private tour can still be adjusted to your need along the way.
This tour, operated by Caucasus Crew takes you on a two-day Adventure to Kazbegi and the surrounding area. After your hotel pick-up, you will embark on your journey along the Georgian Military highway with the first stop being the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Jvari Monastery.
Mariam was my tour guide. She is a very nice person and very friendly. She showed and explained to us a lot of information. She helped to adjust the itinerary to fit with traffic and weather. It was a wonderful experience to have here. We are impressed!!
SARINNA
After that, you will make stops at the Zhinvali Reservoir and Anunari Castle followed by the Russian-Georgian Friendship Monument in Gudauri and the Gergeti Trinity Chruch in Kazbegi.
After spending the night in a cozy hotel in Kazbegi you have the option to relax in your hotel or visit the Ski resort of Gudauri for paragliding. After that, you will be transferred back to the accommodation of your choice in Tbilisi.
This 2-day tour, operated by Travel Mates Georgia, packs in most of the best sights in and around Kazbegi and along the Georgian Military Highway. On the first day, you will visit the old town of Mtskheta, the Jvari Monastery, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Zhinvali Reservoir, The Ananuri Fortress, the Russian-Georgian Friendship Monument and Gergeti Trinity Church.
Would 100% recommend. From start to finish our trip was well organised, perfectly paced, exciting and adapted to suit our needs to ensure we could fit in everything that we wanted to. Our tour guide Irakli (sorry if I spelt it wrong) was extremely knowledgeable and we had such a fun time with him. Georgia is absolutely beautiful and this tour company contributed to us having one of the best holidays I’ve ever been on!
Tripadvisor Reviewer (Read more reviews here)
After spending the night in a 4-star hotel in Kazbegi, you will be taken to the Gveleti waterfalls and end your trip with a hike in Juta, one of the most impressive valleys in the region. After the hike, you will be taken back to Tbilisi in your private vehicle.
This 2-day tour to Kazbegi and Juta is operated by Traffic Travel, a local Georgian tour company focused on eco-tours. On the first day, you will make a stop at the Jvari Monastery, Zhinvali Reservoir, Gudauri and the Russian-Georgian Friendship Monument, and the Gergeti Trinity Church in Kazbegi.
This tour was amazing and Matsu was a great guide. We started from Tbilisi and we made a few stops on our way to Kazbegi. We visited the dam, two monasteries, and some monuments. Matsu was informative and gave me a good idea about each place. He talked about the history and the importance of the places. We stayed in a nice hotel in Kazbegi and I got my own room ( breakfast and dinner included ) Next morning we started hiking. The hiking place was unbelievably green, with fresh air, ice, birds, rivers, and a lot of lovely things. We took about 3 hours in hiking . We had all we need in the car ( Matsu brought drinks fresh fruits and snacks ) Take my words: If you want to see the real beauty of Georgia take this tour. and If you want a well-organized tour to enjoy every moment, GO WITH MATSU he is not just a professional tour guide but he is a friend who looks after you all the time.
ABDULELAH (Read more reviews)
On the next day, after spending the night in Kazbegi or Juta, you will be taken to the amazing natural scenery of the Juta Valley for a three-hour hike. After that, your private car will take you back to Tbilisi an drop you off at an accommodation of your choice.
This 3-day tour is the top choice for travelers who like to hike but with the comfort of a personal guide to make sure that everything runs smoothly and safely. On day one, you will travel along the Georgian Military Highway making a stop at the Anunari Fortress before driving to Juta for an 8-kilometer hike to the Chaukhi Pass.
We had an amazing three-day Kazbegi adventure with Trek Georgia. The entire process was very good: our tour manager Dito took care of us from initial inquiries to managing our custom requests and then guiding us through some beautiful regions. He listened well and was responsive to our needs in the moment and to changing weather conditions; we didn’t miss a beat along the way. The team is clearly very experienced and can work with groups of any skill level. (We’re intermediate and fit.) I would happily travel with Trek Georgia again.
TRIPADVISOR REVIEWER (Read more reviews)
After spending the night in Juta or Kazbegi, you will be taken to the Gergeti Trinity Church from where you’ll make a rewarding hike to the Gergeti Glacier passing the Sabertse Pass.
On the third day, you will drive to the Truso Valley, with its travertines and Abano Mineral Lake for a 20-kilometer hike to Zakagori Fortress and the Russian border before driving back to Tbilisi.
This tour packs in the best hikes in Kazbegi and will definitely be a highlight of your travels in Georgia!
There you go! Now that you are in the know about the best tours to Kazbegi from Tbilisi it is time to make up your mind and book your trip. If you like Kazbegi, you might also be into visiting Svaneti, another region in the Caucasus Mountains. I’ve selected a few tours there too in this Svaneti Tour Guide.
Let me know in the comments below if you have any questions or drop me a message through my contact page.
Also, don’t forget to check out my resources page with my favorite booking platforms and tips to start planning your trip. Additionally, have a look at my favorite travel gear if you want to pack more consciously!
ENJOY!
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