Off-road tour to David Gareja Monastery and Rainbow Mountain

Highlights

  • Be amazed by this beautiful historic site

  • Walk around the bacon mountains

  • Discover a completely unique side of Georgia

Summary

More than you can imagine! Martian landscapes right on Earth! The extraordinary site with fantastic semi-desert landscapes – The davit-Gareja cave monastery, located 100km southeast of Tbilisi. 

Tour info

Duration
10 hours - 14 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Adult: (12-99 years)
$59.00
Commentary
Russian
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Go on a one-day tour to the David Gareja Monastery complex. This short but eventful journey will allow you to explore one of the most ancient and important religious sites in Georgia.

Davit-Gareja cave city, a site with semi-desert landscapes, is located 100 km southeast of Tbilisi and was founded in the 6th Century. The complex of temples stretches for several kilometres in the southeast of the country and along the border with Azerbaijan.

The David Gareja Monastery is unique due to the fact that many of its buildings are cut into a huge tilted rock and some of its temples still preserve millenary frescos. Be ready to walk and climb on uneven ground. The walking route last approximately 4 km (2.5 miles). 

What’s included?

  • Bottled water

  • Complimentary Wine tasting

  • Small Group tour

  • Lunch

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 10-14 hours

  • Be ready for hot or windy weather

  • This is a real off-road safari

  • Less comfort but more safety

Before you go

  • Waiting time no more than 15 minutes

  • We do not recommend wearing white shoes

  • Take a sun hat and sunscreen

Covid Policy

  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

There are no any COVID restrictions in Georgia.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

About operator:

We offer tailor-made tours to various regions of Georgia - Kakheti, Kazbegi, Khevsureti, Imereti and others. You will see ancient temples and wonderful nature. All trips take place in comfortable transport with certified guides. We will show you real Georgia!

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