Rainbow Mountains and David Gareja Day Trip with Guide
Enjoy a whirlwind adventure to the magical Rainbow Mountains and David Gareja on this epic journey. This tour is tailor-made for history buffs, nature enthusiasts, political junkies, and photography aficionados. Prepare to be awe-inspired as you venture into the enchanting Georgian Sahara, marvel at the splendor of Rainbow Mountains, immerse yourself in the ancient David Gareji Lavra, and soak up the serenity of the sparkling Lake. With the tour concluding in Tbilisi, this unforgettable expedition will leave you longing for more.
Highlights
- ✓Explore Georgia Sahara, Rainbow Mountains, and David Gareja Lavra
- ✓Stop at Kupatadze Lake for snacks and a photo stop
- ✓Tour David Gareja monastery and learn its stories
- ✓Walk through the Rainbow Mountains and capture mesmerizing photos
What you'll see & do
- ✓Traveler's Meeting Point - is a free space where you can meet new exciting people, play board games, listen to good music or enjoy a glass of wine.
- ✓The first place where you will stop is a shop to buy snacks. Since the area doesn't have good restaurants and we do not have a lunch stop, you should get some snacks not to feel too hungry and uncomfortable. And next, we go to a salty lake, where we have an outstanding possibility to take some nice pictures. The lake is on the way to David Gareji Lavra, and the views are astonishing for taking memorable photos. In total, for the shop and the lake, we will have 30 minutes.
- ✓After the lake, we continue driving through Udabno Village, translated as a desert. The area where we will be traveling is the only semidesert Georgia has, and it's more than amazing to see how diverse Georgian nature is.
- ✓We will start walking toward the famous Rainbow Mountains at the end of the driving. The most impressive feature of the landscape is the mineral-rich sedimentary rock, which looks like it’s been painted with brightly colored stripes. It’s possible to hike through the Rainbow Mountains, which astonish visitors with their colors. We will walk through the Rainbow Mountains, take many mesmerizing pictures, and prepare for the David Gareji Lavra historical tour. David Gareji Monastery Complex is one of the most spiritual places in the country. You will hear the stories of the monastery, do a bit of hiking and see a Georgian soldier at the border of Georgia and Azerbaijan. It’s believed that St. David chose this isolated location because he wanted his Disciples to lead a life of holiness independent from the rest of society.
- ✓After David Gareji Lavra, you will return to Tbilisi and finish the tour at 5 pm.
What's included
- ✓Transportation service
- ✓A professional guide service
What's not included
- ✓Food and drink
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The minimum age of a traveler is 5.
Dress code for a church - It's not allowed for anyone to enter a church in shorts, and women need to cover their heads.
The tour operates in all weather conditions. Therefore, please dress according to the weather.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Rainbow Mountains and David Gareja Day Trip with Guide
Enjoy a whirlwind adventure to the magical Rainbow Mountains and David Gareja on this epic journey. This tour is tailor-made for history buffs, nature enthusiasts, political junkies, and photography aficionados. Prepare to be awe-inspired as you venture into the enchanting Georgian Sahara, marvel at the splendor of Rainbow Mountains, immerse yourself in the ancient David Gareji Lavra, and soak up the serenity of the sparkling Lake. With the tour concluding in Tbilisi, this unforgettable expedition will leave you longing for more.
Highlights
- ✓Explore Georgia Sahara, Rainbow Mountains, and David Gareja Lavra
- ✓Stop at Kupatadze Lake for snacks and a photo stop
- ✓Tour David Gareja monastery and learn its stories
- ✓Walk through the Rainbow Mountains and capture mesmerizing photos
What you'll see & do
- ✓Traveler's Meeting Point - is a free space where you can meet new exciting people, play board games, listen to good music or enjoy a glass of wine.
- ✓The first place where you will stop is a shop to buy snacks. Since the area doesn't have good restaurants and we do not have a lunch stop, you should get some snacks not to feel too hungry and uncomfortable. And next, we go to a salty lake, where we have an outstanding possibility to take some nice pictures. The lake is on the way to David Gareji Lavra, and the views are astonishing for taking memorable photos. In total, for the shop and the lake, we will have 30 minutes.
- ✓After the lake, we continue driving through Udabno Village, translated as a desert. The area where we will be traveling is the only semidesert Georgia has, and it's more than amazing to see how diverse Georgian nature is.
- ✓We will start walking toward the famous Rainbow Mountains at the end of the driving. The most impressive feature of the landscape is the mineral-rich sedimentary rock, which looks like it’s been painted with brightly colored stripes. It’s possible to hike through the Rainbow Mountains, which astonish visitors with their colors. We will walk through the Rainbow Mountains, take many mesmerizing pictures, and prepare for the David Gareji Lavra historical tour. David Gareji Monastery Complex is one of the most spiritual places in the country. You will hear the stories of the monastery, do a bit of hiking and see a Georgian soldier at the border of Georgia and Azerbaijan. It’s believed that St. David chose this isolated location because he wanted his Disciples to lead a life of holiness independent from the rest of society.
- ✓After David Gareji Lavra, you will return to Tbilisi and finish the tour at 5 pm.
What's included
- ✓Transportation service
- ✓A professional guide service
What's not included
- ✓Food and drink
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The minimum age of a traveler is 5.
Dress code for a church - It's not allowed for anyone to enter a church in shorts, and women need to cover their heads.
The tour operates in all weather conditions. Therefore, please dress according to the weather.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.