Georgia for Self – Drivers

Georgia for self-drivers is becoming more and more popular every year, with more and more guests wanting to explore the country on their own, without a tour guide or driver. The fact that Georgia is a safe country allows travellers to enjoy this freedom.

Nowadays, you can meet many  individual travellers in Georgia. Based on our many years of experience, we have developed a service to help our guests plan and execute their trip to Georgia.

We are also happy to advise you on the best time to travel in Georgia for your chosen package.

On this page, you will find useful information for self-driving in Georgia, as well as recommendations for routes, trips, our services and practical tips.

There are many types of trips and packages that self-drivers in Georgia can enjoy. We offer various travel packages that you can use for your trip. Our most popular self-drive trips in Georgia are

– Round trips in Georgia

We offer various travel packages for round trips in Georgia. The two most popular are:

• Georgia – Mountains, Sun and Wine – 14 days: This trip is designed so that guests visit almost all regions of the country and discover the highlights of Georgia. In addition to cultural aspects, the programme also includes short hikes and, of course, wine tastings.
• Cultural tour of Georgia – 9 days: This package is designed for those who don’t have enough time for our 14-day trip and want to see the country’s main attractions.

– Jeep tours in Georgia

• Over the passes of Georgia – 14 days: This tour includes the country’s most beautiful off-road routes and passes through the mountainous regions of the Greater and Lesser Caucasus. It is ideal for those who want to visit unknown and remote places in the country.
• From the steppes to the mountains – 8 days: This trip passes through the steppe areas of Vashlovani National Park and the mountains of the Greater Caucasus, showing the contrasting landscapes of the country.

Photo trips in Georgia

• Georgia in Pictures – 14 days: This standard tour allows you to photograph a range of subjects in different regions. Subjects such as lost places, landscapes and everyday life are possible on this trip.
• Photobook from Georgia – 20 days: This exclusive photo tour focuses mainly on landscapes and nature in the Lesser Caucasus.
• Autumn in Georgia – 13 days: A trip in autumn, mainly visiting the mountainous regions of the country. This trip offers photographers the opportunity to capture the unique autumn landscape and collect colourful images.

If none of these travel offers meet your requirements, we would be happy to create and organise an individual travel programme for you.

For travellers who want to discover Georgia by self-drive, we offer a variety of services that play an important role in the planning and execution of the trip. Our reliable team will professionally ensure that your trip in Georgia is a pleasant and unforgettable experience. Our services include:

– Route planning

If you do not have a specific plan for your trip to Georgia, we will be happy to share our ideas and suggestions with you. We will discuss every little detail with you. To create the most optimal travel programme, it is helpful to know roughly what kind of travel you prefer. For example:

– ‘I would like to go hiking in the mountains.’

– ‘I want to experience the wine and cuisine, about 7 days.’

– ‘I would like to explore the country’s culture and historical monuments, about 14 days.’

If you have already created a complete route and know exactly what you want to visit, we will be happy to take over the travel organisation.

– Travel organisation

We take care of all the necessary services for a successful trip. This includes selecting and booking suitable restaurants and hotels. Every accommodation and restaurant will be discussed with you and only then booked.

– Car Rental

An important element when travelling in Georgia by self-drive is the vehicle. We can book and provide you with a suitable car. All vehicles we offer our guests are insured and in perfect technical condition. Depending on the type of trip, we will recommend the appropriate vehicle, be it a four-wheel drive or a normal car.

– Traffic

Traffic in Georgia can be a challenge for self-drivers, as drivers often drive a bit wildly. We therefore recommend not driving too fast and being especially careful in the larger cities. Particularly noteworthy is the military road to Stepantsminda, which has a lot of traffic and many trucks travelling to and from Russia.

– Caution – animals on the road

In Georgia, it is not uncommon to see pets such as dogs, pigs, horses or even cows standing or lying on the street. This can sometimes even be observed on motorways. Be careful and don’t panic.

– Petrol stations

Petrol and service stations are available throughout Georgia, so you do not have to worry about a fuel shortage. Prices are almost the same everywhere. Some petrol stations also have shops where you can buy various sweets, water or coffee. Toilets are also often available.

– Mountain passes in Georgia

Most of the mountain passes in Georgia are asphalted and in good condition, but there are also some that are still difficult to drive on today. In particular, the famous route to Tusheti via the Abano Pass, which is often on the programme of jeep tours, is only accessible by a four-wheel drive vehicle. The Goderzi Pass in Adjara, the Zchraskaro Pass near Bakuriani in the Lesser Caucasus and the Vashlovani National Park in Kakheti are also challenging.

– Service Stations

There are service stations all over Georgia. In particular, technical assistance such as tyre changes or repairs are not a problem. There are some companies in Georgia that offer technical assistance on the road. The most famous is in Juba.

– Cameras and speed

The speed limits in Georgia vary depending on the road and road conditions and are usually between 40 and 90 km/h. A speed limit of 110 km/h applies on motorways. Road signs indicate the speed limits everywhere.

There are regular speed cameras and sector cameras that monitor speed and automatically generate online fines if the speed limit is exceeded. These fines are sent to the vehicle owner by text message.

The traffic police are very visible in Georgia. You may be stopped and fined for traffic violations. In Georgia, you have 30 days to pay fines.