This two-day tour combines Georgia's two most iconic experiences: the mountain monastery of Gergeti Trinity Church against the backdrop of Mount Kazbek (5047m), and the amber wine and medieval hilltop towns of Kakheti, Georgia's wine heartland.

Day 1 — Kazbegi Mountains

We drive north from Tbilisi along the Georgian Military Highway — one of the most spectacular mountain roads in the world. The road climbs through increasingly dramatic gorges past Ananuri Fortress (16th century, beautifully preserved on a reservoir), Gudauri ski resort, and the Jvari Pass at 2379m before descending into the Terek River valley and the small town of Kazbegi (Stepantsminda).

The main event is the hike to Gergeti Trinity Church at 2170m — a Georgian Orthodox church that has stood on its rocky cliff since the 14th century with Mount Kazbek (5047m) rising directly behind it. The hike takes 1-1.5 hours each way with 600m elevation gain. The view from the top is one of the most iconic in the entire Caucasus. A 4WD taxi is available for those who prefer not to hike.

We overnight in Kazbegi to catch the mountain light at dawn — when the peaks are free of clouds and the monastery glows gold in the morning sun.

Day 2 — Kakheti Wine Region

We drive east from Kazbegi through Tbilisi and continue into Kakheti — a journey of about 3 hours total. Kakheti produces 70% of Georgian wine and has been making it for 8000 years. Georgia invented qvevri wine: fermented in clay vessels buried underground, it produces a distinctive amber-coloured wine with rich tannins utterly different from anything made in Europe.

We visit Sighnaghi, a hilltop town completely enclosed by 18th-century defensive walls with panoramic views over the Alazani Valley and the Greater Caucasus range on the horizon. Then a family winery for a proper qvevri tasting — orange rkatsiteli, ruby saperavi, perhaps a chacha digestif.

Included

  • Private transfers both days
  • English-speaking guide (Timur)
  • Hotel (1 night) in Kazbegi
  • Gergeti Church hike (or 4WD taxi)
  • Sighnaghi hilltop town
  • Family winery wine tasting

Not Included

  • Meals and drinks
  • Optional 4WD taxi at Kazbegi
  • Personal purchases

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you see both Kazbegi and Kakheti in 2 days?

Yes. Day 1: drive north to Kazbegi, hike to Gergeti Trinity Church (2170m). Day 2: drive east to Kakheti, visit Sighnaghi, wine tasting. Return to Tbilisi in the evening.

What is included in the Kazbegi-Kakheti tour?

Private transfers both days, English-speaking guide, hotel (1 night), Gergeti Church hike, Sighnaghi visit, family winery wine tasting.

Do I need special clothing for the Kazbegi hike?

Bring layers — temperature at 2170m can be 10-15°C cooler than Tbilisi. Comfortable walking shoes essential.

Practical Information

Departs from your Tbilisi hotel. Up to 7 people. WhatsApp: +995 511 272 623.