If the combination of stunning scenery, ruins of remote historical castles, drastic cliffs and extreme hiking appeals to you, then you won’t want to miss the Day Hike to Birtvisi Canyon! Located just 60 km from Tbilisi, the site is growing in popularity among locals and adventure travelers. Birtvisi offers visitors a wide variety of landscapes in a compact area: Narrow, rocky canyons and oak forests blend with castle ruins which tower atop the canyon’s cliffs, giving a mystical touch to the scenery. Hiking in Birtvisi Canyon will revitalize your spirit while bringing history to life among the ruins of medieval fortresses and castles.
Tour itinerary:
Tbilisi – Birtvisi Canyon – Tbilisi
Our Day Hike to Birtvisi Canyon starts at 09:00, when our driver and guide will pick you up at your hotel in Tbilisi. The drive will take you deep into the southwestern countryside towards Kvemo Kartli Region. Reach Algeti National Park (Trialeti National Park) around 10am to start hiking to Birtvisi Canyon. After walking through Tbisi village and passing the last house, the path begins a quick ascent up the left side of a wooded ridge. As you follow the path, passing through narrow gorges and forested valleys, magnificent panoramic views of the canyon will unfold before your eyes. The walk will take us to a cozy campground where we will take a short rest before continuing. For the next part of the hike we will follow a small river that flows serenely between the canyons. At the very end of this path we will discover the ruins of an old, hidden castle. Climb a gradual ascent, scrambling between giant boulders to complete the route. To navigate the challenging terrain to reach the last fortress, it will be necessary to use your hands for balance, but your effort will be rewarded with a picturesque landscape! The stunning view will unveil rock formations dramatically scattered amid forests.
We will then return to the Tbisi village where our driver will await us.
Drive back to Tbilisi and return to your hotel.
Duration of hike: 5-6 hours
Difficulty level: moderate to challenging
Please note: For hiking in Birtvisi, dry weather is preferable, as slick rocks can make the hike dangerous.
Price includes:
- All transfers as per itinerary;
- Sightseeing program with English-speaking guide;
- Mineral water (0.5 litre per person);
- Picnic lunch (without alcohol).
Prices, per person
Prices are in US$ per person, discounted prices for larger groups are available on request.
Tour Request
The tour is private with your personal guide. There will be no other people joining the tour.
Our guides will follow your own pace.
The starting time of the tour is up to you and may vary from 09.00 am to 16.00 pm.
We are happy to offer this tour for air/train passengers too. Our guide will meet you at the arrival station.
Birtvisi Canyon Reviews
Author: Keila | Rating: 518 September 2020
The trip to Birtvisi Canyon was excellent . Our tour guide was very professional and knowledgeable. We finished the hike in Birtvisi too early, and he took us to Samashvilde Canyon, so we could have a full day tour. I think that was a great gesture on his part. The drive to Birtvisi, and Samashvilde was very safe as well.
Thank you for accommodating me and letting pay in cash. I will recommend this company to friends.
Visited September 2020
Thank you for accommodating me and letting pay in cash. I will recommend this company to friends.
Visited September 2020
