Publications about car rental in Georgia

The route from Tbilisi to Borjomi and Bakuriani combines a major highway, regional roads, and a mountain section. It works well for a weekend or a few unhurried days. The key variable is the season: conditions on the climb toward Bakuriani can be very different from the weather in the capital.

How the route works

For Borjomi, Georgia’s official tourism portal recommends traveling west through Gori and Khashuri on the main highway. After Khashuri, the road turns into the valley toward Borjomi. If Bakuriani is the final destination, the journey continues uphill into the mountains.

Treat the navigation estimate as a guide, not a deadline. Stops, roadworks, fog, precipitation, and traffic can all change the journey time. When booking the rental, leave a buffer and avoid setting the vehicle return

One-day car rental in Tbilisi suits travelers who want to leave the capital without following a group-tour timetable. Ancient towns, fortresses, and the landscapes of eastern Georgia can all fit into a carefully planned day. Choosing the route, vehicle class, and rental terms in advance keeps the trip relaxed instead of turning it into a race against the clock.

Which routes work for one day?

Mtskheta and Jvari Monastery

Mtskheta is close to Tbilisi, making it a comfortable first self-drive trip. You can visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, continue to Jvari, and still leave time for a walk. The route uses main roads, so in normal weather a comfortable sedan or compact crossover is usually sufficient.

Gori and Uplistsikhe

A drive through Mtskheta toward Shida Kartli can combine several historic sites

Insurance and the deposit often raise more questions than the vehicle itself when renting a car in Georgia. The two concepts are connected, but they do not replace each other. A deposit secures obligations under the rental agreement, while insurance defines which risks are considered and how vehicle damage is handled.

Exact amounts and exclusions depend on the rental company, vehicle category, and selected package. This guide explains the Luxury Cars terms published when the article was prepared. Review them again before every rental using the agreement and the current rental conditions page.

What is a rental deposit?

A deposit is an amount temporarily provided for the rental period. It may be used in situations defined by the agreement, such as vehicle damage, a breach of operating condition