Off Road Jeep tour in Stepantsminda

Arrival and overnight in Tbilisi.

The day starts with visiting Jvari Monastery, which sits at the top of the hill overlooking Mtskheta and junction of Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers. Jvari Monastery is one of the oldest religious buildings in Georgia. It is believed that St. Nino, the evangelist who brought Christianity to the country put her wooden cross here. The name “Jvari” means “cross” in English.

Then, you’ll visit the former capital of Georgia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site - Mtskheta. Here, you’ll visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, one of the most important religious buildings in the country. In addition, it’s the architectural masterpiece of Early Middle Ages.

The day continues to Zhinvali Dam, one of the most picturesque reservoirs in Georgia with its emerald green waters.

You’ll stop by Ananuri Castle, which was a seat for Dukes of Aragvi, a feudal family ruling the area in the 13th century, as well as see the confluence spot of white and black Aragvi rivers.

 From here, the road to Stepantsminda goes through the Georgia Military Road. On the way, you’ll stop at Friendship Monument dedicated to Russian-Georgian friendship and overlook the picturesque valley from here.

This take takes you around Stepantsminda and its surroundings. First, you’ll visit Gergeti Trinity Church, one of the most beautiful landscapes in the area. The church sits at the root of Mount Kazbegi offering stunning views of the surrounding Caucasus Range. Then, you’ll continue towards Gveleti waterfall and visit the remote villages - Sno and Juta.

 uta is one of the highest settlements within the area, located at 2,200 meters above the sea level. It’s also very popular because of Chaukhi mountain range, nested on the main ridge of the Caucasus mountain range.

On you last day, you’ll be able to visit  Tuso Valley - a mystical and breathtaking place of the municipality. The valley is known for mineral water springs, travertines, mineral lakes, and abandoned medieval towers, especially the Zakagori castle.

Afterword, you’ll continue your trip to Tbilisi. You’ll be able to visit some of its iconic landmarks, such as a 4th century Narikala Fortress, famous sulfur bath neighborhood Abanotubani, the Freedom Square, the oldest Basilica - Anchiskhati, Metekhi Church, walk on pedestrian bridge called the Peace Bridge, and visit Rike Park. You’ll listen to the history of the city, how it came to be and why it’s called Tbilisi.