Dashbashi Canyon, Kojori & Samshvilde Tour from Tbilisi – Lower Kartli Adventure
Duration
daily
Max Group Size
30
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
11 - 0 Ages
Tour Overview
Explore the hidden historical and natural wonders of Lower Kartli on this private full-day tour from Tbilisi. Visit the scenic Kojori Azeula Fortress, discover the ancient archaeological sites of Samshvilde and Kldekari, and experience the breathtaking landscapes of Dashbashi Canyon Natural Monument.
Walk through historic fortress ruins, explore ancient megalithic structures and cyclopean castles, and hike inside the dramatic Dashbashi Canyon carved by the Khrami River. This tour combines history, archaeology, nature, and panoramic mountain views, making it one of the most unique cultural and nature tours near Tbilisi.
Route
Starts from
Tbilisi
Ends in
Tbilisi
Pickup Location
Tbilisi
Dropoff Location
Tbilisi
Highlights
Itinerary
Hotel
Pick-up in Tbilisi
Your private guide will meet you at
your hotel
in Tbilisi at 08:30 AM and begin the journey toward the scenic
landscapes of the Lower Kartli region.
Kojori
& Azeula Fortress
The first stop is the village of Kojori,
located in the mountains just outside Tbilisi.
Here you will visit Azeula
Fortress, which offers spectacular 360-degree
panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and mountain ranges.
This is a perfect spot for photography and scenic viewpoints.
Samshvilde
Canyon & Fortress
Continue to the historic Samshvilde
archaeological site, located in the Khrami River gorge
within Tetritskaro
Municipality.
Samshvilde was once an important
fortified settlement, protected by the deep canyon surrounding it. During your
visit you will see:
Fortress ruins
Ancient churches and defensive walls
Historic canyon landscapes
Picnic
Lunch in Nature
Enjoy a relaxing picnic
lunch surrounded by nature before continuing the exploration of
the region.
Kldekari
Archaeological Complex
Next, visit the Kldekari
Museum Reserve, which preserves important archaeological sites
from the Trialeti
mountain range.
The area contains:
Ancient megalithic
complexes
Cyclopean
castle ruins
A Middle Bronze Age
burial valley
Early secular and religious
architecture
This rural outdoor site provides a
fascinating look into Georgia’s prehistoric and medieval
history.
Dashbashi
Canyon Natural Monument
The final highlight of the tour is the
spectacular Dashbashi Canyon, carved by the Ktsia
(Khrami) River.
Located on the Dashbashi
volcanic plateau, the canyon lies at elevations between 1,110
and 1,448 meters above sea level and is known for its unique
biodiversity and dramatic landscapes.
Visitors can explore a 1.8
km hiking trail starting from the visitor center and descending
into the canyon valley near the waterfall. The round trip takes approximately one
hour.
Optional activities available on-site
include:
Rope
biking experience above the canyon
Vehicle
transport to the canyon floor
Return
to Tbilisi
After exploring Dashbashi Canyon,
return to Tbilisi
in the evening and drop off at your hotel.
Trip includes
Included
Private Professional Guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English2 x 0.5 l. bottle of mineral water per person
All entrance fees per program
All local taxes
The tour includes moderate hiking in Dashbashi Canyon.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
The tour operates May – November, depending on weather conditions.
Optional activities such as rope biking may be available depending on seasonal conditions.
Excluded
1 x Picnic Lunch
Vegetarian
Halal
MeatTravel Incurance
Personal expenses & alcohol beverages
*Optional service
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