Private Cycling Tour in Kazbegi from Tbilisi
Tbilisi, Georgia
Trip Type: Bike & Mountain Bike Tours
Duration: 9 hours
Enjoy a private cycling tour in Kazbegi and see, Ananuri Castle, River Aragvi Valley, River Dariali Gorge, Mt. Kazbegi (5.047 m), Village Juta (2.300 m), Chaukhi Waterfalls, Amazing Gergeti Trinity Church and Gudauri Winter Resort.
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Enjoy a private cycling tour in Kazbegi and see, Ananuri Castle, River Aragvi Valley, River Dariali Gorge, Mt. Kazbegi (5.047 m), Village Juta (2.300 m), Chaukhi Waterfalls, Amazing Gergeti Trinity Church and Gudauri Winter Resort.In the morning departure from Tbilisi to the direction of Mount Kazbegi through Georgian Military Road. On the road there are many interesting places to visit.
First destination is Ananuri fortress (XVI C). The fortress is overlooking a large Jinvali lake. The characteristic architectural design of the late medieval period includes a fortress, two churches, an old watch tower, prison and civic buildings. The main church facade is beautifully carved with animal, floral and Celtic style patterns.
Next landmark on the way is skiing resort Gudauri that is located at 2200 m above the sea level. Resort offers high quality opportunities to the guests. The ski season lasts from December till April.
Along the Georgian Military Road there is located Cross Pass that is the highest point of the road. At an elevation of 2,196 m above the sea level. Here, 4WD car drives you up to village juta (25 km from Stepantsminda). Juta is remote high mountainous village (2200m) with views on gorgeous Chaukhi mountains (3842m highest peak).
From the village starts biking with descend through river Sno valley surrounding by Great Caucasus range.
With your bike you'll pass Old villages, towers, waterfalls. On the way to village Stepantsminda there’ll be remarkable view on mount Kazbegi (5.033 m).
The ride ends in Stepantsminda at the foot of mount Kazbegi. There you can choose either continue cycling up to the Gergeti Trinity church (XIV c) or drive up to the church by special 4 WD car (Optional). The ride contains 6 km challenge of cycling up to the altitude 2.300 m (difference in altitude 400 m).
Gergeti Trinity church(XIV) is distinguished with its location and beautiful scenery around as it is erected on the southern slopes of Mt. Kazbegi. From the church you can explore summit of Mount Kazbegi and enjoy wonderful panoramas on river Tergi and surrounding area.
Difficulty: Moderate
Tour Length: 9-10 hours
Max Altitude: 2379
Total Elevation:
positive: 400m, negative: 500m
Total ride distance: 35 km
Obstacles: Challenging uphill to Gergeti
Road: Gravel
Vehicle support: Yes
Driving distance: 400km
Recommended Equipment to bring:
Helmet
Sunglasses
Headwear
Sunscreen lotion (SPF at least 30)
Long-sleeved shirt
Long pants
Rain suit
Daypack
First destination is Ananuri fortress (XVI C). The fortress is overlooking a large Jinvali lake. The characteristic architectural design of the late medieval period includes a fortress, two churches, an old watch tower, prison and civic buildings. The main church facade is beautifully carved with animal, floral and Celtic style patterns.
Next landmark on the way is skiing resort Gudauri that is located at 2200 m above the sea level. Resort offers high quality opportunities to the guests. The ski season lasts from December till April.
Along the Georgian Military Road there is located Cross Pass that is the highest point of the road. At an elevation of 2,196 m above the sea level. Here, 4WD car drives you up to village juta (25 km from Stepantsminda). Juta is remote high mountainous village (2200m) with views on gorgeous Chaukhi mountains (3842m highest peak).
From the village starts biking with descend through river Sno valley surrounding by Great Caucasus range.
With your bike you'll pass Old villages, towers, waterfalls. On the way to village Stepantsminda there’ll be remarkable view on mount Kazbegi (5.033 m).
The ride ends in Stepantsminda at the foot of mount Kazbegi. There you can choose either continue cycling up to the Gergeti Trinity church (XIV c) or drive up to the church by special 4 WD car (Optional). The ride contains 6 km challenge of cycling up to the altitude 2.300 m (difference in altitude 400 m).
Gergeti Trinity church(XIV) is distinguished with its location and beautiful scenery around as it is erected on the southern slopes of Mt. Kazbegi. From the church you can explore summit of Mount Kazbegi and enjoy wonderful panoramas on river Tergi and surrounding area.
Difficulty: Moderate
Tour Length: 9-10 hours
Max Altitude: 2379
Total Elevation:
positive: 400m, negative: 500m
Total ride distance: 35 km
Obstacles: Challenging uphill to Gergeti
Road: Gravel
Vehicle support: Yes
Driving distance: 400km
Recommended Equipment to bring:
Helmet
Sunglasses
Headwear
Sunscreen lotion (SPF at least 30)
Long-sleeved shirt
Long pants
Rain suit
Daypack
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