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Kojori Fortress and Udzo Monastery hiking tour
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Joined 2024
Take a public bus from Tbilisi to Kojori, meet our local guide at Kojori town center and start your hike to Udzo Monastery, nestled in a beautiful forest with breathtaking views. Afterwards, head to the other part of the town and explore the Kojori Fortress and a church, and have a picnic there if you wish.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Kojori town center
- Take a public bus to Kojori and meet the local guide at the Kojori town center and start the hike to Udzo Monastery, offering amazing views. We won't be using transportation, only our feet
Udzo Monastery
The medieval church of St. George of Udzo was built by a man who had no children (Udzeo means "childless" in Georgian). He prayed to St. George for a child, and his wish was granted. Afterwards, childless women would visit the church to pray. The name "Udzeo" eventually came to refer both to the mountain and the church. On the Tuesday after Easter, Udzo’s Day is celebrated, when residents from nearby villages gather to mark the occasion.
Shopping for a picnic at the store
We'll have some time to get snacks and drinks to have a small picnic in the nearby park or later in the woods
Remnants of the Kojori fortress
This fortress had many names over the centuries. Locals call it Korogli Fortress. This name has been established since the 18th century. The famous geographer of the XVIII century Vakhushti Bagrationi calls Kojori Fortress Azeula.
Kojori Fortress is built on a high mountain peak of volcanic origin that makes it difficult for the enemy to reach and conquer it. This fortress had a great strategic importance for feudal Georgia.
Kojori has long been considered the abbey of Georgian kings.
Leave Kojori
After finishing the tour, you'll take a bus back to Tbilisi from your last sightseeing area
Ending Point
Bus stop close to Kojori Fortress to return to Tbilisi
Want to personalize this tour?
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
* Gratuities (optional)
* Transportation to Kojori
* Shopping for lunch
* Drinks
Tour Important Information
* We won't be using transportation during the tour
* You need to arrive at Kojori yourself (public buses are every 40 minutes from Tbilisi or order Bolt).
* This is a 5-hour long hiking & walking tour
ThIs tour is not active in winter (December, January and February), as there is snow and it's not advisable to visit sightseeing area
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
Joined 2024
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
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“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!
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“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.
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
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!
$50/ per person
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