Stepantsminda.
Stepantsminda, still widely known as Kazbegi, is a small town set against the dramatic backdrop of the Greater Caucasus. It is most famous for the Gergeti Trinity Church, perched high above the town with Mount Kazbek towering behind.
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Hotels in Stepantsminda
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Stay near the Old Centre for walking access.
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Free walking tours are a great first-day activity.
48 Hours in Stepantsminda.
Day 1: The Iconic Church
Gergeti Trinity Church
Hike or take a 4WD up to the 14th-century church, the most iconic image of Georgia.
Gveleti Waterfall
Visit these beautiful twin waterfalls located in a dramatic gorge near the town.
Rooms Hotel Terrace
Enjoy a drink with the most spectacular view of the mountains from this stylish hotel.
Day 2: Valleys & Villages
Juta Village
Take a trip to this remote village and hike towards the Chaukhi Massif, often called the Georgian Dolomites.
Sno Valley
Visit the village of Sno and see the mysterious giant stone heads carved by a local artist.
Local Guesthouse Dinner
Experience authentic mountain hospitality with a home-cooked meal of Khinkali.
Where to Stay?
Village Center
HubWhere you’ll find most of the local services, guesthouses, and transport options.
Gergeti
SecludedThe residential area across the river, closer to the start of the hike up to the church.
Sno
RuralA nearby village that offers a very traditional and quiet alternative to the main town.
Local Secrets
Truso Valley
A nearby volcanic valley with travertine formations, mineral springs, and abandoned towers.
The Giant Stone Heads
Massive sculptures of Georgian poets and figures carved into boulders in Sno.
Mount Kazbek Base Camp
For the adventurous, a much longer hike leads to the former weather station at 3,600m.
Escapes from Stepantsminda.
Ananuri Fortress
A beautiful fortress complex overlooking the Zhinvali Reservoir on the way to Tbilisi.
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