Welcome to Stepantsminda
This is most people’s destination on the Georgian Military Hwy: a valley town with the famous hilltop silhouette of Tsminda Sameba Church and the towering snowy cone of Mt Kazbek looking down from the west. Now officially named Stepantsminda, but still commonly known as Kazbegi, it's a base for some wonderful walking and mountain-biking.
Top experiences in Stepantsminda
Stepantsminda activities
Private Tour to Kazbegi from Tbilisi
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productPass By: Georgian Holidays, TbilisiIn the morning the guide and driver will pick you up from your place of stay in TbilisiStop At: Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble, Ananuri, Mtskheta-Mtianeti RegionStart your journey to Caucasus Mountains. Your first stop is Ananuri complex, a 16th-17th c fortress and church, which used to be the residence of the “Eristavis” (Dukes) of Aragvi. The complex comprises fortification, churches and other cult and civic buildings. Explore the fortress and enjoy beautiful views of Jinvali reservoir from the complex. Duration: 1 hourStop At: Gergeti Trinity Church, Stepantsminda, Mtskheta-Mtianeti RegionContinue the drive north via Jvari (Cross) Pass at the elevation of 2395 meters above sea level and arrive at the town of Stepantsminda, the administrative center of Khevi province. Here we’ll change the transport to a local 4x4 vehicle and start an off-road drive to the top of Gergeti Mountain, where a lone church, Gergeti Holy Trinity, stands. Ancient wall carvings are well-preserved on the facade of the church. If we are lucky with weather you will see Mount Kazbegi peak. At 5,033 meters above sea level it's the third highest peak in Georgia.Duration: 2 hoursStop At: Gveleti Waterfall, Stepantsminda, Mtskheta-Mtianeti Region Drive back to Stepantsminda and take a lunch break in a restaurant with local specialty dish, Khinkali. After lunch get back in your vehicle and drive to Dariali gorge. Take an easy hike (20-30 minutes) along the river to Gveleti waterfalls, and enjoy the calmness of untouched nature. Drive back to Tbilisi and arrive at your place of stay in the evening.Duration: 2 hours
Kazbegi Tour
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Gergeti Trinity Church, Stepantsminda, Mtskheta-Mtianeti Region- You'll save money from hiring English-Speaking-guide because I'll provide all necessary information during our driving and guidance.- Your drive will takes place with a comfortable car Toyota Camry (2014)Duration: 45 minutes
Mountain tour to Mtskheta and Kazbegi from Tbilisi
Kazbegi Tour will start from Tbilisi and drive through military road and on the way.Visit Mtskheta - Jvari Monastery, which means Monastery of the cross(6th c.) & Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th century).visiting Ananuri fortress. The complex of the feudal era consists of two churches and a castle. Ananuri belongs to the XVI - XVII centuries (overlook the Zhinvali waterreservoir). The drive is very scenic through the high Caucasus Mountains.Arrive in Gudauri ski resort (2200m), the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful views. In the center of Kazbegi- in Stepantsminda can see mountain Mkinvartsveri and the church of the Holy Trinity, which is located on the 2200 m above the sea level.Price includes : Proffesional Guide Driver and car service Hotel pick up and drop off Fresh drinks Private jeep tour (safari)
3 Days and 2 Nights Georgia Package
ItineraryDay 1: Arrival at Tbilisi international Airport.Pass By: Lilo Mall, TbilisiTransfer From Tbilisi International Airport to Hotel No meals included on this day.Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel (Which you will choose from our list)Day 2: Tbilisi City tour & Mtskheta City tour Stop At: Mtskheta Church of the Holy Cross, Mtskheta, Mtskheta-Mtianeti RegionSecond day, after breakfast we will have Tbilisi city and Mtskheta city sightseeing tour. Tbilisi stunning capital of Georgia and Mtskheta old capital of Georgia. Duration: 8 hoursMeals included: • Lunch: Georgian Dumpling Tasting (Khinkali)Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel ( you can choose from our list)Day 3: Ananuri Castle – Kazbegi - Gudauri Ski Resort full-day tourStop At: Ski Gudauri, Gudauri, Mtskheta-Mtianeti RegionAfter breakfast we will start Ananuri Castle – Kazbegi and Gudauri Ski Resort full-day tour. First stop will be Ananuri castle, after that, we will visit Stepantsminda and see Kazbegi trinity church which has breathtaking view. After Kazbegi we will visit Gudauri Ski resort. Transfer to the Tbilisi international airport.Duration: 10 hoursNo meals included on this day.Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel in Tbilisi
Mtskheta - Ananuri - Gudauri - Kazbegi 1 day package
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Mtskheta Church of the Holy Cross, Mtskheta, Mtskheta-Mtianeti RegionMtskheta- jvari Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble, Ananuri, Mtskheta-Mtianeti RegionadadaDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Jinvali Water Reservoir, TbilisiadadadaDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Gudauri Tour, TbilisiADADuration: 1 hourStop At: Mount Kazbek/ Mqinvartsveri, Stepantsminda, Mtskheta-Mtianeti RegionalalalaDuration: 2 hoursStop At: Gergeti Trinity Church, Stepantsminda, Mtskheta-Mtianeti RegionalaladaDuration: 1 hour
Day Tour to Kazbegi
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Jinvali Water Reservoir, TbilisiZhinvali water reservoir - one of the biggest Soviet dam built in the 70's offering us beautiful views of the gorge of Aragvi river. Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble, Ananuri, Mtskheta-Mtianeti RegionAnanuri castle represents multifunctional architectural complex of the late feudal times in Georgia. Built on the right bank of Aragvi River in 16th-17th cc.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Russian Georgian Friendship Monument, Gudauri, Mtskheta-Mtianeti RegionThe Russia–Georgia Friendship Monument, often an ironic visit after discussing tensions between the two countries during the drive. Monument overlooks the cliffs of gorgeous Caucasus mountains.Duration: 40 minutesStop At: Gergeti Trinity Church, Stepantsminda, Mtskheta-Mtianeti RegionHistorically, the monastery served as the country’s most important treasury, with villagers across the centuries tasked with guarding the holy riches that were stored there; today, despite an influx of tourists, the precious and unique atmosphere of this place has been preserved. Duration: 2 hours