Gareja Sunrise Hike Tour from Tbilisi and Rainbow Hills Trail
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Is Gareja Sunrise Hike Tour from Tbilisi and Rainbow Hills Trail worth booking?
Gareja Sunrise Hike Tour from Tbilisi and Rainbow Hills Trail is a 7-hour experience in Tbilisi, Georgia, from $115 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $115 per person
• Admire from the top sunrise and above the landscape with morning fog • Plenty of time to relax and take photos of the sunrise and incredible scenery • Ideal for adventurous families, couples and photographers Get a ce
What you get
About this experience
• Admire from the top sunrise and above the landscape with morning fog • Plenty of time to relax and take photos of the sunrise and incredible scenery • Ideal for adventurous families, couples and photographers Get a certain feeling about being up before everybody else, experiencing the marvels of nature uninterrupted and in all its glory. Sunrise Tour at David Gareja Monastery Complex take you to semi-desert area in the southern part of Georgia which own known for its beautiful colors hills formed by volcanically sandstone and minerals, there are few places on earth where Mother Nature gives such an awesome display of colors. Immersed in the amazing beauty and solitude found in the Udabno semi-desert, hike to sunrise spectacular view point, which also is natural border between of two countries Georgia and Azerbaijan. After sunrise continue explore caves with guided tour to Udabno monastery with monumental paintings dated 10th to 13th century.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- Guided Tour to Udabno Monastery (if border will be opened)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Your driver and local tour guide will pick-up you from your accommodation place in Tbilisi, and travel into the semi-desert area of Southeast Georgia by Kakheti Hwy, where the main David Gareja monastery complexes (Lavra and Udabno monasteries) awaits. Driving will takes 2 hours
120 minutes here
After a short, 70 minutes’ drive from Tbilisi you will see village Udabno, it’s built in the 1980s as a USSR project, was designed for militaries but project wasn't implementation by government. since Georgia get independence here was relocated inhabitants from Svaneti Region they are environmental migrants. it was almost Forgotten village, but after, Polish initiative group decided settle here many things changed. Here is great possibility to get experience of Georgian & Polish hospitality in Semi desert area of Georgia
Pass by without stopping
From left side of main road Rustavei-Jandara 12th km David Gareji monastery you can observe caves Dodorka monastery, which is build in the first half of the 6th century, founded by St. Dodo one of the disciples of David Garejeli
Pass by without stopping
Before arriving to main monastery from right side of mountain slope you will see Chichkhituri tower, which was part of monastery with the same name. in early medieval time it was living place for the head of monastery Lavra.
Pass by without stopping
David Gareja Monastery
here will hike to sunrise view and after sunrise walk in monastery and colourful mountains
180 minutes here
here we will have breakfast and relaxation time
90 minutes here · Admission included
drive back to Tbilisi
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tbilisi
meet next to monument
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
meet next to monument
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ru, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Taste of Georgia
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Physical effort
1 mentionExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Gareja Sunrise Hike Tour from Tbilisi and Rainbow Hills Trail. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
David Gareja Monastries day trip
This day trip was so worthwhile. Our guide Zura was ready and waiting for us in the reception of our hotel as promised. He was very personable and spoke excellent English. We were able to ask him anything He was not only very knowledgeable he was also an excellent listener and clearly very intelligent. Our driver Acho made the long trip comfortable. He navigated poor roads and pot holes and other drivers with experienced competence. We enjoyed visiting and learning about the monasteries and Zura’s respect and knowledge of the monks and their lifestyle made our visits so much more meaningful. We enjoyed a hike up and over the rainbow hills. It was great to stretch our legs and experience the vastness of the terrain. By the time we got to the village where they made bread many had finished for the day however Zura found one still baking. We all had a go and made traditional bread.... then we enjoyed eating it!! With the salty cheese the hot bread we’d made was especially good! The last monastery and the city of love were very pretty and we particularly enjoyed the panoramic views of the Caucas mountains which were snow capped at the time. Zura and Acho were a great team and did so much to make the experience enjoyable for us. We can not recommend them highly enough.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing
One of the best tours ever!! Enjoyed the view of sunrise with no other tourists around so much. Great light, silence, historical view! Our driver, david, drove us safe even on the sometimes bumpy roads and our tour guide, zurab, shared lots of interesting stories.
via Tripadvisor
Incredible Time
I really enjoyed my time in the semi-desert. Watching the sunrise was amazing! We had the place on our own so we could just enjoy the nature. It's worth getting up early. Walking through the Rainbow Hills was also great, there are unique views! The guide called Zura is awesome and it's fun to spend time with him. I would always participate the tour again :)
via Tripadvisor
Sunrise Tour
I wanted to do something different so I opted for the sunrise tour...absolutely Amazing! Zurab was an amazing guide! Very knowledgeable and friendly! Our driver Goga was an expert! Highly recommend this tour!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $115 to $285
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Gareja Sunrise Hike Tour from Tbilisi and Rainbow Hills Trail: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tbilisi.
How much does Gareja Sunrise Hike Tour from Tbilisi and Rainbow Hills Trail cost?
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Prices start at $115 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tbilisi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Gareja Sunrise Hike Tour from Tbilisi and Rainbow Hills Trail take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tbilisi is not rushed.
Is Gareja Sunrise Hike Tour from Tbilisi and Rainbow Hills Trail worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tbilisi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Gareja Sunrise Hike Tour from Tbilisi and Rainbow Hills Trail?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Gareja Sunrise Hike Tour from Tbilisi and Rainbow Hills Trail suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Gareja Sunrise Hike Tour from Tbilisi and Rainbow Hills Trail?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tbilisi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tbilisi and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Gareja Sunrise Hike Tour from Tbilisi and Rainbow Hills Trail start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tbilisi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tbilisi?
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On Outty we rank every Tbilisi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tbilisi:Evening Walking & Talking Tour with Wine & Boat Ride, Kakheti Wine Region Tour + 10 Premium Wine Tastings & Sunset, Tbilisi:Mtskheta,Jvari,Bazaar,wine tasting,Chronicles of Georgia. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tbilisi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tbilisi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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