A three-hour climb to the ruined rock fortress of Birtvisi, followed by the waterfalls and glass Diamond Bridge of Dashbashi Canyon.
- —Birtvisi Fortress sits on a limestone outcrop used as a refuge against Mongol and Persian invasions, reached only on foot
- —A genuine moderate hike of about three hours round trip, not a roadside viewpoint
- —Dashbashi Canyon adds waterfalls, sheer basalt walls and a glass-floored suspension bridge in the same day
- —A short stop in Manglisi, a pine-forest hill resort with its own 11th-century Sioni Cathedral
- —Picnic lunch outdoors rather than a tourist restaurant stop
- —Private car and licensed guide throughout, no joining a bus tour
Map: OpenStreetMap · Road route and driving times: OSRM · Times exclude stops.
- ✓ Private transport by sedan or minivan
- ✓ English-speaking driver
- ✓ Licensed hiking guide
- ✓ Picnic lunch and bottled water
- ✓ Hotel or apartment pickup and drop-off in Tbilisi
- ✓ All tolls and parking
- — Any entrance fees, checked at booking
- — Gratuities
- — Personal hiking equipment
- — Alcoholic drinks
- · This is a moderate hike with some uneven, rocky sections; sturdy closed shoes are required, trainers are not enough
- · The trail can be slippery after rain, and the fortress climb is not suitable for anyone with a fear of heights or limited mobility
- · Dress in layers, Manglisi and Tsalka sit at higher altitude and are noticeably cooler than Tbilisi
- · Bring a hat, sunscreen and at least one litre of water in addition to what we provide
- · There are no toilets along the hiking trail
- · Best done April to October; heavy winter snow can close the Birtvisi approach, checked at booking
How difficult is the Birtvisi hike
It is a moderate round trip of about three hours with some steep, rocky stretches near the fortress, manageable for anyone in reasonably good fitness.
Is this suitable for children
Older children used to walking are fine; the terrain near the fortress has drops that need supervision, so it is not ideal for young children.
What happens if the weather is bad
We can swap the order of the hike and the canyon or reschedule; your guide will advise on the day based on current conditions, checked at booking.
Do we need hiking experience
No technical experience is needed, just a reasonable level of fitness and proper footwear.
Prices are per person for two travelling together, in euros; solo travellers and larger groups are quoted on request. Every departure is private and adjusted to you. Hotels, wineries and restaurants on our routes are verified by GTour.
Dashbashi waterfall cascading over mossy volcanic rock into a turquoise pool. · Photo: Paata vardanashvili / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
| Group | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller | €296 ≈ $330 · 857 GEL | €296 ≈ $330 · 857 GEL |
| 2 travellers | €185 ≈ $206 · 535 GEL | €370 ≈ $413 · 1,071 GEL |
| 3 travellers | €176 ≈ $196 · 509 GEL | €528 ≈ $589 · 1,528 GEL |
| 4–6 travellers | €157 ≈ $175 · 454 GEL | €628 ≈ $700 · 1,818 GEL for four |
Private tour: your own car and driver and English-speaking guide. Conversions at today's National Bank of Georgia rate.
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the tour. Between 7 days and 48 hours: 50 % of the price. Less than 48 hours or no-show: no refund. If a mountain road closes and the tour cannot run, you choose a new date or a full refund.
20 % deposit confirms the booking. Deposit by card or bank transfer when the date is confirmed; the balance in cash or by card at the start of the tour. No hidden fees — fuel, parking, driver and guide are included; entrance tickets, meals and hotels are listed per tour.
Since 1 January 2026 every foreign visitor to Georgia must hold health and accident insurance with cover of at least 30,000 GEL — see our guide to the rule. Our vehicles carry passenger liability insurance; your travel policy covers you.
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