From Tbilisi to David Gareja And Rainbow Mountains Group Tour

5.0 (2 reviews) 7 hours Free cancellation

out of 5

2 reviews

5.0

From Tbilisi to David Gareja And Rainbow Mountains Group Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

From Tbilisi to David Gareja And Rainbow Mountains Group Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover one of Georgia’s most unique landscapes on a day trip to the Rainbow Mountains and David Gareja Monastery. This tour takes you from Tbilisi to the semi-desert region of Kakheti, where colorful hills, open landscapes, and ancient history come together in one unforgettable route.

During the trip, you will visit the beautiful Kapatadze Lake, walk through the natural Rainbow Hills with their red, orange, yellow, and green mineral layers, and explore the historic David Gareja Monastery Complex, one of Georgia’s most important spiritual sites. The monastery is carved into the rock near the Georgia–Azerbaijan border and offers impressive views of the surrounding desert landscape.

This tour is perfect for travelers who enjoy nature, photography, light hiking, history, and unusual places far from the usual tourist routes. The journey combines scenic views, peaceful landscapes, and cultural discovery in just one day from Tbilisi.

Day Trips Extreme Sports Full-day Tours Bus Tours Private and Luxury Cultural Tours Historical Tours Best Conversion

At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 19 people
People per booking: 1–19
Guide: Russian, English
Operated by: Day Travel To Georgia

Ages: Adults (1–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Lunch: We Stop at a restaurant and it is approximately 15$ per person

Itinerary

Manavi

2 hours

Small Winery and Master Classes
David Gareja Monastery

2 hours Admission included

David Gareja is a unique rock-hewn monastery complex in southeastern Georgia, founded in the 6th century. It features ancient caves and stunning frescoes carved into cliffs in a semi-desert landscape. The site is both a spiritual center and a popular destination for history and nature lovers.
Stop 3

3 hours Admission included

The Rainbow Mountains of Georgia are colorful semi-desert hills located near Mravaltskaro Reservoir, close to Udabno village and David Gareja Monastery in the Kakheti region. The hills are famous for their natural layers of red, orange, yellow, brown, and green tones, creating a unique “rainbow” landscape.