Gareja Monastery and Rainbow Mountains
Visit Eastern Georgia, explore beautiful places like Gareji Monastery overlooking the colorful Rainbow Mountains, taste local mouth-watering food and wine
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your accommodarion
- We'll meet at your accommodation and drive to Kakheti
David Gareja Monastery
In the first half of the 6th century, an inspiring Assyrian father named David chose a humble natural cave in the Gareji Desert as the birthplace of what would become a renowned spiritual haven. Alongside his devoted disciples, Lukyan and Dodo, he laid the foundation for a monastery later celebrated as David Lavra, a symbol of faith and dedication.
Rainbow Mountains (Gareji Desert)
Venture into the breathtaking Rainbow Mountains before Gareji Monastery, capture stunning photos, and create unforgettable memories on this inspiring journey.
Lunch Break In Udabno Village
We'll have lunch at a small local restaurant in the village of Udabno, close to the David Gareja Monastery. Departure to Tbilisi after Lunch.
Ending Point
Arrival at your accommodation around 4-4:30 PM
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
* English-speaking guide
* Private transportation
* Professional driver
* Gasoline, car toll, and parking fees
* Water in the car
* Lunch
* Personal Expenses
* Wine Tasting - $15 each (optional)
* Gratuities (optional)
Tour Important Information
* Please get familiar with the Georgian church dress code and rules, as it's strictly enforced here.
* This tour involves some walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Nini K.
Hello, Nini here! I am a guide here in Georgia or Sakartvelo as we locals call it. I'd like to explore beautiful and breathtaking sceneries of mountains, rivers, lakes, forests, get to know rich culture and history, visit historical and religious sites, listen to traditional music, taste delicious food and wine, make new friends, have fun with you. My goal as a guide is to show everyone how incredible and amazing my country is and let them experience what it means to be a Georgian. I hope I'll be the one guiding you through your new discoveries and adventures here. Let's make unforgettable and precious memories together in Georgia.
Reviews
תמיר א.
“Great experience exploring Mtskheta”
We had great experience going to the Chronic of Georgia and Mtskheta with Nini Nini organised all the details to make it interesting and exciting day Highly recommending Nini to be your tour guide She is very excited and knowledgeable to show the wonderful Georgia - it is like travelling with a best friend!
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Nini K.
Tamir and Yael, thank you so much for your warm words! It was amazing spending the day with you and showing you around. I’m especially happy that the day felt less like a tour and more like travelling with a friend — that truly means a lot to me! I really enjoyed our time together, your curiosity, and all the wonderful moments we shared. Thank you for trusting me to show you a little piece of Georgia. I hope our paths cross again. You’ll always be very welcome here!
תמיר א.
“Wonderful Tibilisi tour with Nini”
We had wonderful 3hrs walking tour at Old Tibilisi with Nini. Nini is full of energy and passion to show the beauty of Tibilisi - past and present. Started at Liberty square and finished at the Mother of Georgia beautiful view point. Highly recommending Nini - it is real pleasure.
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Nini K.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a real pleasure to show you around Old Tbilisi and share its history, legends, and beautiful views with you. I’m so happy you enjoyed the tour, and I truly appreciate your recommendation!
Theadora B.
“More than we expected”
Nini K and driver Suso were both very professional and organised. They both made our trip very memorable and special. Nini K is very knowledgeable and proud to share her knowledge of her beautiful country. She made the trip to the Oakatse and Martvilli Canyons very enjoyable. I would highly recommend Nini K and would use her again if she was available. Nini shared lots of other local knowledge, tips and recommendations to make our stay in Tblisi that much more enriching and enjoyable. Thank you again Nini K
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Nini K.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and kind words! It was truly a pleasure to be your guide and to share a little bit of Georgia’s history, culture, and beautiful nature with you. I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Okatse and Martvili Canyons and that my recommendations helped make your stay in Tbilisi even more enjoyable. We're grateful to have been part of your journey, and it was a pleasure spending the day with your wonderful family. I hope you return to Georgia someday so we can explore even more beautiful places together! Wishing you many more wonderful travels!
$250/ per group
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