Gudauri to Tbilisi Transfer: Georgian Military Highway

Watch iconic landmarks and mountain vistas unfold en route to Tbilisi

A minibus transfer from Gudauri or Kazbegi to Tbilisi that follows the Georgian Military Highway, with photo stops at Gudauri Friendship Monument, Zhinvali Reservoir, and Ananuri Fortress along the way. The driver speaks English or Russian and will contact you by WhatsApp before pickup to confirm timing and road conditions in the mountains.

Step-by-step itinerary

Transfer from Kazbegi or Gudauri to Tbilisi

• Meet near SPAR supermarket in Kazbegi
• Meet near SMART supermarket in Gudauri
• Board minibus for Tbilisi transfer
• Enjoy scenic views of Georgian Military Highway
• See Gudauri Friendship Monument and Zhinvali Reservoir
• View Ananuri Fortress during transfer
• Arrive in Tbilisi

The experience

The minibus picks you up near the SPAR supermarket in Kazbegi or the SMART supermarket in Gudauri, then heads south toward Tbilisi on a route that runs the length of the Georgian Military Highway. The three-hour journey follows the Caucasus foothills as the landscape opens from high peaks into gentler terrain. Photo stops happen at the Gudauri View Point, Zhinvali Reservoir, and Ananuri Fortress when the schedule and road conditions allow. The driver will let you know what is possible on the day you travel.

Luggage travels on board, so you do not need to arrange separate storage or make multiple trips. The minibus is built for comfort on mountain roads, and the driver has your phone number to reach you by WhatsApp if traffic or weather changes the timing. Arrive at your meeting point five to ten minutes early. Because cell service can be patchy in Gudauri, make sure you have internet access or a local Georgian number so the driver can find you if needed.

What’s included

• Comfortable minibus transportation from Gudauri or Kazbegi to Tbilisi.
• luggage allowance on board.
• scenic views along the Georgian Military Highway with photo stops at Gudauri Friendship Monument, Zhinvali Reservoir, and Ananuri Fortress (subject to schedule and road conditions).
• driver communication via WhatsApp in English or Russian.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 16:30

Book up toStart time

AgesUp to age 70

GroupUp to 18

Live guideEnglish and Russian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 17 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Dream Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you're traveling from Kazbegi or Gudauri to Tbilisi and want a direct shared minibus. It keeps to schedule without stops for exploring landmarks along the way.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Russian.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Ananuri Fortress and why is it on this route?

Ananuri Fortress is a fortified complex that sits on a hillside overlooking the Mtkvari River valley, about halfway between Gudauri and Tbilisi. It is one of Georgia's most recognizable landmarks and appears on the route as a photo stop, though the minibus does not enter the fortress grounds. You see it from the road and can photograph it from the vehicle or during a brief stop if time allows.

Can I join the transfer in Gudauri if I am staying in Kazbegi?

Yes. The minibus departs from Kazbegi and stops in Gudauri to pick up additional passengers on the way to Tbilisi. You will need to arrange your own transport from Kazbegi to the Gudauri meeting point near the SMART supermarket and Wissol gas station, or you can book pickup from Kazbegi at the SPAR supermarket instead.

How does the driver contact me before the transfer?

The driver will reach you by WhatsApp using the phone number you provide at booking. Make sure you have an active WhatsApp account and internet access, or a local Georgian phone number, so the driver can confirm the pickup time and alert you to any delays caused by traffic or mountain road conditions.

What happens if the weather or road conditions change on the day of my transfer?

The driver will contact you by WhatsApp if there are unexpected delays or if road conditions affect the route. Photo stops at scenic points are subject to the transfer schedule and conditions, so the driver will decide on the day what stops are safe and feasible.