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
Yijie T.
“A Wonderful Introduction to Georgia with Nini”
Nini was incredibly warm, kind, patient, and knowledgeable about Georgian history and culture. I was traveling with my parents, who do not speak English, so we booked a private tour. Nini explained everything thoughtfully and always left enough time for me to translate for them. The walking route was very well planned and comfortable for my parents. More importantly, the tour was the perfect beginning to our journey through Georgia. It gave us valuable historical and cultural context, as well as useful references for the places we visited afterward. Even later in Telavi and Kazbegi, my parents continued to mention the local stories and details that Nini had shared with us. Nini also recommended several Georgian restaurants for the rest of our trip. We followed many of her suggestions, and my parents enjoyed every meal. We wholeheartedly recommend Nini. She is a lovely and enthusiastic guide whose warm smile made us feel welcome from the very beginning. Thank you, Nini, for giving our family such a memorable introduction to Georgia!
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Nini K.
Thank you so much for such a beautiful review! It was truly a pleasure spending time with you and your parents and sharing the stories and little details that make Georgia so special. I’m so happy you all felt comfortable and enjoyed the tour together! It makes me smile to know my stories stayed with your parents as you continued your journey through Georgia. I hope you enjoyed all the delicious food, too! It was wonderful meeting you and your family, and I hope our paths cross again someday. Until then, sending warm wishes to all of you!
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!
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