Dashbashi Canyon & Diamond Bridge Day Trip from Tbilisi

Summary

Walk the glass bridge, taste village honey, hike Dashbashi Canyon

You’ll cross Dashbashi Canyon’s famous glass bridge with a local guide, sample fresh village honey along the way, and have time for either hiking down to waterfalls or exploring nearby villages before returning to Tbilisi by evening. Expect moments that surprise you — from sharp canyon winds to quiet laughter over sticky fingers.

What’s the experience like?

We met by the bicycle monument in front of the Radisson Blu — I was still half-awake, honestly, but our guide Gia had that kind of easy grin that makes you feel like you’re in good hands. The drive out of Tbilisi was long enough for coffee to kick in, and I watched the city fade into these rolling green hills. Somewhere along the way, we stopped at a roadside stand where a woman handed us honey on wooden spoons. It was sticky and floral and I probably got some on my shirt (Gia just laughed). That’s when it started to hit me: this wasn’t going to be one of those tours where you just tick off sights.

The first glimpse of the Diamond Bridge over Dashbashi Canyon made my stomach do this weird little flip. It’s high — like, really high — and all glass under your feet. There were kids squealing and a couple taking selfies right in the middle; I just focused on not looking straight down at first. The wind up there is sharp and cool even in summer, carrying the sound of water far below. Gia pointed out how the canyon cuts through volcanic rock — apparently CNN called it one of Georgia’s most impressive natural spots. He told us if we wanted more adrenaline, there was a “bike in the sky” thing (I passed, but two people from our group went for it and came back with wild eyes).

If you’re up for walking, there’s a 2km hike down to a waterfall at the bottom of Dashbashi Canyon. The path is rocky but not too tough if you’ve got decent shoes — I nearly slipped once because I got distracted by these blue wildflowers growing out of nowhere. There was this moment where everyone fell quiet except for the rush of water and some distant bird calls; I still think about that silence sometimes. Not everyone hiked — some folks wandered off to see cranes in a nearby village instead, which sounded peaceful too.

We made it back to Tbilisi around six, tired but kind of giddy — maybe it was all that air or just being somewhere so different from city life. If you’re thinking about doing this Dashbashi Canyon day trip from Tbilisi, bring an open mind (and maybe an extra shirt if you’re as messy with honey as me). There’s something about standing on that glass bridge with strangers who start to feel like friends that sticks with you longer than you’d expect.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit Diamond Bridge and Dashbashi Canyon

• Meet at bicycle monument near Radisson Blu
• Drive 2 hours to Diamond Bridge
• See glass diamond bridge and canyon views
• Buy genuine honey from village
• Try bike zipline in the sky
• Hike 2 km to waterfall (optional)
• Visit cranes' village (optional)
• Return to Tbilisi around 6 PM

Top questions

How long does the Dashbashi Canyon day trip from Tbilisi take?

The tour starts at 9:30 AM and returns around 6 PM.

Is pickup included for this Dashbashi Canyon & Diamond Bridge tour?

The meeting point is in front of the bicycle monument near Radisson Blu hotel in Tbilisi.

Can I try local food or products during this day trip?

Yes, there’s a stop at a village stand where you can buy genuine honey.

How difficult is the hike to Dashbashi Canyon waterfall?

The hike is about 2 km with rocky paths; comfortable shoes are recommended.

Are there alternative activities if I don’t want to hike?

If not hiking, you can spend two hours visiting cranes’ village nearby.

Is this tour suitable for travelers with mobility issues?

The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

What region is Dashbashi Canyon located in?

Dashbashi Canyon is near Dashbashi village in Kvemo Kartli region, southeastern Georgia.

Are infants allowed on this tour?

Infants are allowed but must sit on an adult’s lap during transport.

What’s included

Your day includes English-speaking tour leader service throughout, travel in an air-conditioned vehicle from Tbilisi and back, stops at local villages (with optional honey tasting), access to Dashbashi Canyon’s Diamond Bridge and time for either hiking down to waterfalls or exploring nearby villages before returning early evening.