This is the itinerary most travelers should start with: enough Tbilisi texture, one clean mountain block, and a return that does not gamble on flight day traffic.
At a glance
- Best for
- First trip to Georgia, photographers, moderate hikers
- Best season
- May–October (check winter road status)
- Regions
- TbilisiMtskheta–MtianetiKazbegi
Day-by-day plan
- 1
Day 1
Arrive in Tbilisi; short evening loop in Old Town.
Drive: Rest day — avoid long drives.
- 2
Day 2
Full city day: food, heritage, and one sunset spot.
Drive: Metro/taxi only.
- 3
Day 3
Drive to Kazbegi with scenic stops; light evening.
Drive: ~3–3.5 h to Stepantsminda with stops.
- 4
Day 4
Mountain viewpoint day plus backup low trail if weather shifts.
Drive: Early start recommended.
- 5
Day 5
Return to Tbilisi; buffer before departure.
Drive: Morning return avoids night mountain driving.