Day Trip to Rainbow Mountains and David Gareja

Embark on a fascinating 7-hour journey from Tbilisi that perfectly blends history, nature, and stunning landscapes. Your day begins at Avlabari Metro Station, where your guide will meet you with a branded orange flag. After a brief stop to pick up snacks—since there are no lunch options in the area—you’ll head to Kapatadze Lake, a saline lake ideal for capturing breathtaking photos. The tour continues through Udabno Village, a unique semi-desert region that showcases Georgia’s incredible natural diversity. From there, you’ll explore the mesmerizing Rainbow Mountains, where mineral-rich sedimentary rocks create a spectacular array of colors. Enjoy hiking through this extraordinary landscape and taking plenty of unforgettable photographs.

Next, the tour takes you to the historic David Gareji Lavra, a monastery complex renowned for its spiritual significance and remarkable location on the border of Georgia and Azerbaijan. Here, you’ll learn about St. David, whose vision for a life of solitude and devotion inspired the creation of this serene place, and you may even encounter a Georgian soldier stationed nearby. After exploring the monastery and its surroundings, the journey concludes with a scenic drive back to Tbilisi, where the tour ends at 5 pm. Highlights of the day include Kapatadze Lake, Udabno Village, the Rainbow Mountains, and David Gareji Lavra—a perfect combination for history buffs, photography enthusiasts, and nature lovers alike.