15 Day Trips in Georgia Worth the Early Start

1.Tbilisi: Day Trip to Kazbegi, Gudauri, Gergeti, and Ananuri

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,203 reviews · 10h 30m · from $29Our pick

Join an English-speaking guide from Avlabari for a full-day journey along the Georgian Military Highway. Visit Zhinvali Reservoir, Ananuri, Pasanauri, Gudauri, and Gergeti Trinity Church, with honey tasting and mountain views. The Gergeti jeep ride costs an extra 20 GEL in cash.

“Go for it! It’s worth it! We were lucky to reach the Kazbegi mountain. Georgian nature is breathtaking. Huge thanks to our tour guide Tako, she was very kind and friendly, and of course bravo to our drive for our safe trip! The only one con was at the restaurant that we stopped for a dinner, so if you have a chance to skip it - SKIP IT.”

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2.Day Trip to Kakheti Wine Region Including 9 Wine Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,774 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $29Top rated

Meet your English-speaking guide at Avlabari Metro Station for a full day in Kakheti. Visit a village bakery, Bodbe Monastery, Sighnaghi, a family qvevri cellar, and KTW Winery. Guides such as Gigi, Nina, David, and Luka are known for mixing history, Georgian toasts, music, and humor.

“Great way to see a different part of Georgia and the smaller towns outside of Tbilisi First half of the tour was spent learning more about the country and its history, along with a bit of walking, the second half was all the wine drinking which ultimately made everybody more sociable The guide Gigi was very fun and informative, and definitely loves what he does (unless he’s a professional actor), you'd be lucky to have him as your guide I opted for the group meal at lunch which had a good amount of food, and wine ofc Highly recommend the tour, is best for those who are up for drinking…”

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3.Day Trip to Kazbegi and Gudauri

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,009 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29

Travel from Tbilisi to Kazbegi and Gudauri in a small group of up to 18, stopping at Zhinvali Reservoir, Ananuri Fortress, Pasanauri, the Friendship Monument, and Gergeti Trinity Church. Guides such as Ana, Shoti, Mariam, and David add history, humor, and local tips.

“Georgia is amazing, it's history specially kazbegi is just breathtaking. Had an amazing tour and our guide Mary was informative and really liked how she was open to questions and telling stories about history, food and Georgia.”

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4.Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,801 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $29

Travel from Tbilisi to Georgia’s ancient cave town, Stalin’s birthplace, and the churches of Mtskheta. English-speaking guides such as Nini, Dimitri, Tako, and Tota bring the past to life, while a comfortable minibus keeps this full day easy to manage.

“we travelled in a very comfortable small Mercedes Coach - the stops were all extremely comfortable and the views were breath taking....... the guide was very knowledgeable and humorous and we thoroughly enjoyed the trip”

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5.Day Trip to Armenia Including Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,162 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $59

Leave Tbilisi with an English-speaking guide such as Anna, Metro, Luca, or Tota, then cross into northern Armenia for Akhtala, Haghpat, and Sanahin monasteries. You’ll also see Debed Canyon, a medieval bridge, a MiG-21, and enjoy a generous homemade Armenian lunch.

“I really enjoyed this trip. The lunch especially was so delicious and such a great experience. Thank you!”

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6.Tbilisi: Gudauri and Kazbegi Day Trip Including 4WD

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 865 reviews · 10.5 hours · from $35

Travel from Tbilisi to Kazbegi with an English-speaking guide such as Ilia, Mariam, or Niko. Visit Zhinvali Reservoir, Ananuri Fortress, Pasanauri, Gudauri, and Gergeti Trinity Church by 4WD. Expect a long but rewarding day of mountain views, Georgian food, local honey, and changing weather.

“I’d highly recommend this tour, Alex the guide was friendly and very knowledgeable. The tour was well organised and we saw some amazing sights”

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7.From Tbilisi: Diamond Bridge and Dashbashi Canyon Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 740 reviews · 9 hours · from $22

Travel from Tbilisi with an English-speaking guide such as Sofia, Toko, Misho, or George to Diamond Bridge and Dashbashi Canyon. Walk across the glass bridge, add the optional sky bike, hike toward the waterfall, and taste local village honey. The $22 tour excludes admission and activities.

“Toko was the best host we could have for our Tibilisi trip. Gia was also a great driver. Toko along with his great knowledge of history had us engaged throughout the activities and always made it fun and entertaining. the Diamond bridge and Dashbashi is a must.”

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8.From Kutaisi: Chiatura Day Trip with Katskhi Pillar and More

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 617 reviews · 7.5 hours · from $35

Travel from Kutaisi to Chiatura with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Katskhi Pillar, Mghvimevi Cave Monastery, old cable cars, viewpoints, the railway station, and the town theatre. Guides such as Tengo and Anna add local stories, humor, and help throughout the day.

“our guide Tango was very interesting and showed us lot of places and explained in detail. he was very friendly and a great organiser and answered all the questions we had in the tour. Overall a great experience.”

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9.From Tbilisi : Mtskheta, Jvari, Gori & Uplistsikhe Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 432 reviews · 10 hours · from $19

Travel from Tbilisi to Georgia’s sacred old capital, hilltop Jvari Monastery, Stalin’s birthplace in Gori, and the ancient caves of Uplistsikhe. A professional English or Russian guide, often Misha or Konstantin, leads this busy 10-hour day by air-conditioned vehicle.

“It covered monastery, museum, cathedral and ancient structures - all that good stuff in around 9 hours! Our guide Misha was very knowledgeable and lively 🙂”

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10.From Tbilisi: Day Trip to Armenia with Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 345 reviews · 11 hours · from $64

Travel from Tbilisi with an English-speaking guide such as Zezva, Irakli, Temo, or Giorgi to Akhtala, Haghpat, Sanahin, and Alaverdi. Expect a long but rewarding day, comfortable transport, quick border stops, striking Soviet-era scenery, and lunch with a local Armenian family.

“Ze our tour guide was incredible, funny and extremely knowledgeable”

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11.From Tbilisi: Guided Day Trip to Ananuri, Gudauri, & Kazbegi

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 341 reviews · 11 hours · from $35

Travel from Tbilisi into Georgia’s Caucasus Mountains on an 11-hour guided trip to Zhinvali Reservoir, Ananuri Fortress, Pasanauri, Gudauri, and Gergeti Trinity Church. English and Russian-speaking guides such as Mari, Angelina, and Levani lead the day. Lunch and the 20 GEL 4x4 ride are extra.

“The trip was amazing! Our guide Marie was very polite, knows a lot of information and interesting facts! Very clear and positive attitude! Special thanks to the driver for making out trip comfortable and the songs while reaching Drop off point in evening traffic. Absolutely Yes!”

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12.From Tbilisi: Mtskheta, Jvari, Gori & Uplistsikhe Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 153 reviews · 9 hours · from $15

Spend nine hours tracing Georgia’s story from ancient Mtskheta and Jvari to Gori’s fortress and Stalin Museum, then walk through Uplistsikhe’s rock-cut city. A bilingual English or Russian guide leads the route in a Mercedes Sprinter. Bring cash, sturdy shoes, and a snack.

“we had an amazing time and our tour was very very helpful.”

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13.From Tbilisi: Full-Day Gudauri Ski Resort Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 120 reviews · 10 hours · from $25

Join a 10-hour guided trip from central Tbilisi to Zhinvali Reservoir, Ananuri Fortress, and Gudauri Ski Resort. Guides such as Paata, Giorgi, Kate, and George share Georgian history, help beginners with skiing, and point you toward food, wine, honey, and mountain views. Activity fees are extra.

“it was good, george is informative and the trip was fun”

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14.From Tbilisi: Kakheti & Sighnaghi Guided Day Trip with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 103 reviews

Spend nine hours in Kakheti with an English or Russian-speaking guide such as David, Angelina, or Jimmy. Visit Sighnaghi, Bodbe Monastery, a roadside bakery, the Sighnaghi Wall, and Tokhliauri for Georgian wine, cheese, regional food, and lunch.

“It was a great trip! Our guide David was very knowledgeable and accommodating, we learned a lot and had a great day overall.”

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15.From Tbilisi: Bodbe, Sighnaghi and Telavi Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 99 reviews · 9 hours · from $12

Travel from Tbilisi into Kakheti with guides such as Timur, George, or Kate. Visit Bodbe Monastery, Sighnaghi, Telavi, and Gombori Pass, with wine, chacha, honey, and churchkhela tastings. The day runs about nine hours in an air-conditioned minibus with WiFi.

“Only one small.accident happened.in the morning as the meeting.point was not the place.here it.writes . But all in all, it is a really nice tour as the guide George.is super kind and supportive person.who is always.willing to.answer any question.from.me .Also the driveris also very nice with the safe driving tour along the whole trip. Thank you for your team's nice trip to me , it's really.an.amazing experience.for me.”

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