A day trip from Tbilisi is possible but tight — you would have roughly five to six hours in Bakuriani before needing to head back to arrive at a reasonable hour. Borjomi, being only about 30 km (19 miles) from Bakuriani, is a much more comfortable base for a day visit, with the drive taking around 40 to 50 minutes. Combining both towns in a single day — stopping in Borjomi on the way up or down — is a popular route that a private transfer handles naturally without requiring you to coordinate separate transport legs.
Bakuriani is approximately 200 km (124 miles) from Tbilisi. The drive takes roughly 2.5 to 3 hours depending on road conditions and traffic. The most scenic portion passes through the Borjomi Gorge, and a private transfer lets you stop there or at other points along the way without rerouting or waiting for a connecting service. Public options exist but typically involve multiple changes and considerably more travel time, particularly if you are carrying ski or hiking gear.
The Kukushka narrow-gauge railway from Borjomi to Bakuriani is a genuine travel experience in its own right — a slow, charming journey through forest and mountain scenery that many visitors deliberately take one way. However, it runs on a fixed schedule, does not accommodate much luggage easily, and covers only the Borjomi–Bakuriani leg rather than a full door-to-door transfer from Tbilisi or another starting point. A private transfer gives you flexibility over departure time, handles your luggage directly, and allows you to stop along the Borjomi Gorge or at the Borjomi mineral water springs without building a separate itinerary around train times.
In winter, the primary draw is the ski area, which spans several interconnected runs catering to different ability levels. The town also has ice skating and sledding for non-skiers. Outside of ski season, the surrounding landscape opens up for hiking trails, a popular zip line, and scenic rides on the narrow-gauge Kukushka railway, one of the oldest in the Caucasus region. The town itself has a relaxed, unhurried pace that suits travelers looking for mountain air and a quieter alternative to Tbilisi's energy.
Bakuriani is a mountain resort town nestled in the Trialeti Range of southern Georgia, sitting at roughly 1,700 meters (5,600 feet) above sea level. It draws visitors year-round: in winter for skiing, snowboarding, and sledding on its well-developed slopes, and in summer for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding through alpine meadows. The town has a distinct character shaped by its Soviet-era resort heritage and a growing wave of modern tourism infrastructure, making it an interesting destination beyond just the outdoor activities.
The road from Borjomi into Bakuriani climbs steadily through forested mountain terrain. In winter months, snowfall can affect driving conditions, and portions of the route may require caution or a vehicle suited to the conditions. An experienced local driver who knows the road in all seasons removes this uncertainty entirely, particularly for travelers unfamiliar with mountain driving in Georgia. In spring and autumn, the route is generally straightforward, and the scenery along the gorge is at its most vivid.
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Daytrip is a private car service platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Daytrip offers private door-to-door transfers with optional sightseeing stops, hourly driver hire, and curated day trips — all with local English-speaking drivers and operating across 130+ countries.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.
Yes! Book a private, door-to-door airport transfer with a local English-speaking driver. Enjoy fixed and transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and the option to pay in advance without the hassle of exchanging cash at a foreign airport.
You will receive the vehicle that best fits the number of travelers in your group, ranging from a sedan to a van for groups of up to 7. Depending where you travel, you can book anything from a sedan comparable to a Toyota Corolla to a Mercedes V-Class to a Classic Cuban Car. While the exact model may vary, we always ensure that the vehicle provided meets your needs in terms of safety, reliability, and comfort. You may be upgraded to a larger vehicle class free of charge depending on availability. Since our largest vehicle seats 7, for groups larger a combination of vehicles will be used. We will send you the exact vehicle details a few days before your trip.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.
