Drive the Georgian Military Highway from Ananuri to Gudauri and Stepantsminda, then ride a 4x4 up to Gergeti Trinity Church above Mount Kazbek, all in one day from Tbilisi.
| 08:00 | Pick up in Tbilisi and drive north on the Georgian Military Highway. |
| 09:25 | Stop at Ananuri fortress on the Aragvi River, above the Zhinvali reservoir, 30 to 45 minutes. |
| 10:30 | Photo stop at the Friendship Monument near Gudauri, with views over the Devil's Valley. |
| 11:15 | Cross Jvari Pass at 2,379 m, road and weather permitting, checked on the day. |
| 12:30 | Arrive in Stepantsminda and transfer into a local 4x4 for the mountain track. |
| 13:00 | Visit Gergeti Trinity Church at 2,170 m, with Mount Kazbek behind it when the clouds allow. |
| 14:30 | Lunch with a Kazbegi family in Stepantsminda, Georgian home cooking. |
| 16:00 | Drive back south over the pass toward Tbilisi. |
| 19:00 | Drop off in Tbilisi, roughly 11 hours door to door. |
Is the Georgian Military Highway open in October 2026?
It is usually open, but snow and fog can close sections without much notice late in the season. We check road status the morning of departure and adjust the plan if needed.
Can we skip the 4x4 and walk up to Gergeti instead?
The walk up from Stepantsminda takes about 3 hours each way and would not fit an 11-hour day trip. For a walking visit, our 2-day Kazbegi tour allows for it.
What is the price for a solo traveller or a group?
Solo traveller is €256, two travelling together €160 each, three €152 each, four to six €136 each, full details at https://gtour.ge/tour/kazbegi-gergeti-trinity-church-in-a-day/.
Will we reach Mount Kazbek itself?
No, this trip reaches Gergeti Trinity Church at 2,170 m with views toward Kazbek's 5,047 m summit when weather allows. Reaching the mountain itself requires a multi-day trek with a certified mountain guide.