Georgia · DAVID GAREJA & RAINBOW MOUNTAINS TOURS
Semi-desert an hour and a half southeast, striped in ochre and red, with sixth-century cave chapels cut into the ridge on the Azerbaijan border. These 8 are compared on vehicle, walking distance and whether the upper caves are on the route.
Explore Georgia’s Rainbow Mountains, Kapatadze Lake, and David Gareja monastery on a practical seven-hour day trip from Tbilisi.
“Great day trip from Tbilisi guided by Shoti to see the spectacular cave monastery and beautiful rainbow mountains.”
Review of the David Gareji Rainbow Mountains tour from Tbilisi, with 4x4 roads, monasteries, hiking, Georgian lunch, wine, and practical tips.
“The tour was fantastic. We learned a lot about the region, the orthodox religion and the history of the different places where we went. Our guide was very lively and open to respond to all questions we had. The hike through the rainbow mountains was quite pleasant and gave us majestic views. The driver was quite careful and we had a very pleasant ride despite the roads being quite bumpy. The restaurant where we stopped for lunch was pretty good, and the wine tasting was a nice touch to end the tour.”
Review of a private Kakheti tour from Tbilisi with David Gareji, Rainbow Mountains, Signagi, Bodbe, wine, bread, and local guides.
“This was the best tour I did while spending a week in Georgia and Armenia. I had had the same tour guide two days prior for the Tbilisi walking tour, so it was great to see him again. We were able to continue our discussions about Georgian history and politics. For me the highlight was the David Gareji caves and the trip to them. This area of Georgia has beautiful rolling green hills with no one there except a few sheep herders. At the site you travel up behind the ridge where the monastery is, get to see into Azerbaijan, and look around in the rooms carved into the hillside.…”
Review of a private 12-hour tour from Tbilisi to David Gareji, Rainbow Mountains, Sighnaghi, Bodbe, and Kakheti wine country.
“Our guide and driver for this tour was great! It was a very hot day and she was excellent at pacing the tour and rest stops so we were comfortable. Also extremely knowledgeable of the history of the sights and knowing good place to take picturesque photos”
Review of a private Tbilisi tour to David Gareja, Signagi, and Bodbe, with monastery frescos, wine country views, snacks, and practical tips.
“Fantastic day trip. Georgi was a wonderful driver and guide. He took me to several vantage points around Signaghi for a better overview as well as a wonderful terrace restaurant with delicious food. The monasteries and area are beautiful I highly recommend this trip.”
Review of a private Kakheti day tour from Tbilisi, with David Gareja caves, Signagi streets, wine tasting, transport, and practical tips.
“David Gareja was excellent !! Guide Dimitri from Trek Georgia was very very amicable, and warm without being intrusive, which I really liked. The 2-hour hike up the 750 meter mountain to see the caves and frescoes on the 6th-century monastery was worth it. Please be prepared for the expedition.”
Review of Rustavi, David Gareja, Natlismtsemeli, off-road scenery, wine tasting, transport, price, timing, and booking advice.
“A beautiful tour to the monestary but also taking time to enjoy the wild natural beauty. Our guide took us on an amazing road back - awesome”
Review of a private Tbilisi day trip to David Gareja, Rainbow Hills, Bodbe, Sighnaghi, bread baking, and Kakheti wine country.
“We had a fabulous two week trip to Kenya in September 2024, led by David Kalama. This is the 4th time we have traveled with David and were proud to share our love of Africa with two other couples. He is fun, knowledgeable and passionate aRead more”
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