One of the most remarkable sights in Georgia is the ancient cave monastery David Gareja. And not only the complex itself is a must see, but also the road to get there is out of this world. This day trip from Tbilisi takes you along the former Soviet and industrial town Rustavi, semi desert no man’s land at the border with Azerbaijan and the holy cave monastery complex…

The scenic and historic Military Highway is a mountain road crossing the Caucasus from Tbilisi in Georgia to Vladikavkaz in Russia. It was built in 1799 by Russian soldiers and for a long time the only way into the Caucasus mountains. The highway is 208 kilometers in length and takes you to historic towns and castles, lakes, winding mountain passes and the great Caucasus mountains. An epic and…

Georgia is the country that truly stole my heart, offering an unparalleled sense of freedom and adventure that a road trip through this impressive country provides. I loved the vibrant capital city of Tbilisi, the mouthwatering authentic cuisine, the locally produced wines, and the ancient cathedrals, churches, and cave cities. The stunning natural beauty of the Caucasus mountain range and the warm, welcoming Georgian people with their rich…

Landlocked between Georgia, Russia and the de facto independent regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia, lies “the roof of Europe”, the Svaneti region. This mystical and ancient land is the highest permanently inhabited region of the Caucasus and Europe. It is home to the Svan people, who were able to keep their distinct culture intact for hundreds of years, by defeating all enemies who tried to invade this…