7- and 9-seater Minivans — from $50/day
Renting a Minivan in Georgia — Comfort for Family and Large Groups
A minivan is a universal solution for families of 5+ people and group trips. One minivan is cheaper than two sedans and more convenient: you stay together, all luggage fits in one vehicle, and children stay close to parents. On TripBox, minivans start from $50 per day — Volkswagen Caravelle, Toyota Hiace, Mercedes Vito, Hyundai Staria, Volkswagen Sharan. From 7-seater business vans with leather interiors and climate control to 9-seater Hiace vans for tour groups.
Delivery is available to all three international airports of Georgia — Tbilisi (TBS), Batumi (BUS), Kutaisi (KUT) — as well as to any city in the country: Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, Gudauri, Kazbegi, Telavi, Mestia. You can rent a minivan either self-drive or with a Russian-, English-, or Georgian-speaking driver — a separate service for those who don't want to drive a 7-seater themselves.
Who a Minivan in Georgia is For — 3 Main Scenarios
A minivan covers three different tasks. Each has its own budget and format:
Scenario 1
Family or Group of Friends (5–8 people)
Vacation on the route Tbilisi — Gudauri — Kazbegi — Batumi. All adults and children in one vehicle, suitcases and strollers in the trunk. Much more convenient and cheaper than 2 sedans.
From $55–80/day
Scenario 2
Corporate or Tour Group
Conference in Tbilisi, wine tours in Kakheti, excursions along the Georgian Military Highway. Spacious business-class interior (Mercedes Vito, VW Caravelle).
From $75–110/day
Scenario 3
Minivan with Driver
Don't want to drive a 7-seater or planning wine tastings in Kakheti? Take a minivan with Russian- or English-speaking driver — from $150–280 per day.
From $150/day with driver
Why a Minivan is Better Value Than 2 Cars
Simple math for a family or group of 6–7 people:
- Rental cost: One minivan $60/day vs two sedans at $30/day each — the same price. But without doubling all other expenses.
- Fuel: Minivan consumes 9–11 L/100 km, two sedans — 12–14 L combined. On the Tbilisi → Batumi route, savings of about $15–20.
- Parking: One car at one parking spot instead of two. In Old Tbilisi and Batumi, this saves $10–15 per day.
- No separation: The whole group travels together, no one misses a turn or gets lost. Especially important with children and elderly.
- One driver: No need for a second person with a license and experience, no splitting responsibilities.
- Shared route: Stops, cafes, photo spots — everyone on the same wavelength.
Key Features of the Minivan Category on TripBox
All 3 Airports 24/7
Minivan delivery with meet-and-greet at exit in Tbilisi (TBS), Batumi (BUS), Kutaisi (KUT). Host waits with a sign even for night flights.
Delivery Across Georgia
Pick up your minivan in any city: Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, Gudauri, Mestia, Bakuriani, Telavi. Delivery to your hotel or station.
Driver on Request
Don't want to drive a 7-seater yourself? Book a minivan with Russian-, English-, or Georgian-speaking driver. Perfect for wine tours and large excursions.
Business Class Available
Mercedes Vito, Volkswagen Caravelle T6/T7 with leather interiors, climate control, USB charging for all passengers.
No Deposit & No Credit Card
In the minivan category, there are options with the "No deposit" filter. Debit card or cash on pickup accepted.
Wedding Minivans & Corteges
Decorated 8-seater minivans for wedding corteges and guest transfers. Available throughout Georgia.
Popular Minivan Models in the TripBox Catalog
From compact 7-seater people carriers to full-size 9-seater tour vans:
| Model |
Seats |
Class |
Price from |
| Volkswagen Sharan |
7
| Family
| $50/day
|
| Hyundai Staria
| 9
| Modern people carrier
| $65/day
|
| Toyota Hiace
| 8–9
| Tour van
| $70/day
|
| Volkswagen Caravelle T6
| 7–9
| Business class
| $80/day
|
| Mercedes Vito
| 7–8
| Business class
| $90/day
|
| Mercedes V-Class
| 7
| Premium
| $120/day
|
Volkswagen Sharan
from $50/day
7 seats · Family
Compact 7-seater minivan for families. The most budget-friendly option in the category.
Hyundai Staria
from $65/day
9 seats · Modern people carrier
Spacious modern minivan with panoramic windows. Great price/comfort ratio.
Toyota Hiace
from $70/day
8–9 seats · Tour van
The top choice of Georgian tour operators. Toyota reliability, spacious for groups.
Volkswagen Caravelle T6
from $80/day
7–9 seats · Business class
Business minivan with leather interior and climate control. Great for corporate events.
Mercedes Vito
from $90/day
7–8 seats · Business class
Premium comfort. Often used for airport transfers.
Mercedes V-Class
from $120/day
7 seats · Premium
Top-tier segment. For VIP transfers, weddings, business meetings.
What to choose: For a family of 5–7 people — Volkswagen Sharan ($50) or Hyundai Staria ($65). For a group of 7–9 on a tour — Toyota Hiace ($70). For corporate events and transfers — Mercedes Vito or VW Caravelle ($80–90). For VIP — Mercedes V-Class.
Minivan Rental with Driver (Chauffeur)
If you're arriving in Georgia with a large group and don't want to drive a 7-seater yourself — rent a minivan with a professional driver. This is especially popular for:
- Wine tours in Kakheti — so everyone can freely taste without limits
- Wedding corteges — driver in a suit, decorated vehicle
- Corporate transfers — meet VIP guests at the airport
- Multi-day tours — Tbilisi → Gudauri → Kazbegi → Svaneti
- Families with elderly parents — comfort without your responsibility behind the wheel
Minivan with driver prices:
- Airport transfer (TBS / BUS / KUT): $50–100 depending on distance and minivan class
- One-day tour (8 hours): $180–280 (Kakheti, Georgian Military Highway, Borjomi)
- Multi-day trip around Georgia: from $220 per day with driver (includes driver's salary, accommodation, and meals)
- Wedding cortege: from $200 for ceremony, $400+ for full day
Driver languages: Russian, English, Georgian. Many drivers also speak Turkish and Armenian.
Minivan Delivery to Georgian Cities and Airports
TripBox provides minivan delivery to any point in the country. The main focus is airports, where the host meets the group at the terminal exit with a sign:
| Location |
Code |
Delivery cost |
Details |
| Tbilisi Airport
| TBS
| Included
| Main international hub. Meet & greet 24/7 at arrivals exit.
|
| Batumi Airport
| BUS
| Included
| Gateway to the Black Sea. Available year-round, especially popular in summer.
|
| Kutaisi Airport
| KUT
| Included
| Main low-cost hub (Wizz Air, Ryanair). Night flight pickup 24/7.
|
| Tbilisi city (hotels, center)
| —
| Included or $10–20
| Delivery to hotel, train station, any point in the city.
|
| Batumi city
| —
| Included or $10–20
| To waterfront hotels, Old Batumi, Gonio, or Kvariati.
|
| Kutaisi city
| —
| Included
| To city center or train station.
|
| Gudauri (ski resort)
| —
| $80–120 (one way)
| Winter delivery to resort hotels. Minivan with winter tires.
|
| Kazbegi / Stepantsminda
| —
| $100–150
| To hotels in Stepantsminda. Summer only or with chains in winter.
|
| Mestia (Svaneti)
| —
| $150–220
| Only in warm season and if minivan has 4×4.
|
| Telavi (Kakheti)
| —
| $50–80
| To hotels and wineries. Often booked together with a driver.
|
Tbilisi Airport
TBS
Delivery included
Main international hub. Meet & greet 24/7 at arrivals exit.
Batumi Airport
BUS
Delivery included
Gateway to the Black Sea. Available year-round, especially popular in summer.
Kutaisi Airport
KUT
Delivery included
Main low-cost hub (Wizz Air, Ryanair). Night flight pickup 24/7.
Tbilisi (hotels, center)
$10–20
Delivery to hotel, train station, any point in the city.
Batumi
$10–20
To waterfront hotels, Old Batumi, Gonio, or Kvariati.
Gudauri (ski resort)
$80–120
Winter delivery to resort hotels. Minivan with winter tires.
Kazbegi
$100–150
To hotels in Stepantsminda. Summer only or with chains in winter.
Mestia (Svaneti)
$150–220
Only in warm season and if minivan has 4×4.
Telavi (Kakheti)
$50–80
To hotels and wineries. Often booked together with a driver.
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Best Minivan Routes in Georgia
A minivan shines on routes for groups or families. Top 3 destinations:
- Wine tour of Kakheti (1–2 days): Tbilisi → Telavi → Sighnaghi → monasteries. A minivan fits a group of 7, suitcases, and boxes of purchased wine. Take it with a driver — everyone can taste freely.
- Georgian Military Highway (1–2 days): Tbilisi → Mtskheta → Ananuri → Gudauri → Kazbegi. 165 km of world-class road. A minivan handles winding roads confidently; in winter, winter tires are a must.
- Sea and mountains in one week: Tbilisi → Batumi → Kobuleti → Kutaisi → Martvili Canyon → Gudauri → back to Tbilisi. About 1100 km on paved roads. A minivan handles it without strain.
- Svaneti for groups: Kutaisi → Zugdidi → Mestia. 220 km of mountain road. Take a 4×4 minivan with a driver who knows the road.
- Wedding cortege: 2–3 decorated minivans for guests and the newlyweds. Route agreed in advance, usually with a driver in a suit.
Important about size: A minivan is wider and longer than a sedan. On narrow streets of Old Tbilisi and Sighnaghi, parking can be problematic — check with your hotel for covered parking in advance. For historic quarters, consider taking Bolt taxis for short trips.
How to Rent a Minivan in Georgia
- Determine your group size. 5–7 people → 7-seater (Sharan, Caravelle). 7–9 people → 9-seater (Hiace, Staria). With children under 12 — don't forget child seats.
- Decide: self-drive or with driver. If you want to taste wine in Kakheti or don't like large vehicles — take it with a driver. Otherwise, save $130+/day.
- Choose delivery location. TBS / BUS / KUT airport (meet at exit), hotel in any city, train station.
- Use filters. "Minivan", "7+ seats", "Automatic", "No deposit", "No credit card", "With driver" — find the right option in a minute.
- Book online. Choose currency (GEL, USD, EUR, RUB) and pay. Confirmation arrives by email and WhatsApp in minutes.
- Meet the host or driver. At the airport — a sign with your name. At the hotel — a call 10 minutes before. Vehicle inspection takes 10–15 minutes with photo documentation.
Documents and Conditions for Renting a Minivan
- Minimum age: 23 years for minivans (slightly higher than for sedans/crossovers).
- Minimum driving experience: 2–3 years.
- License: Category B is sufficient for all minivans up to 9 seats inclusive. National license in Latin or Cyrillic script — no IDP needed.
- Deposit: from $0 ("No deposit" filter) to $500.
- Payment methods: Visa, Mastercard (credit/debit), Apple Pay, Google Pay, cash on pickup, Mir cards and UnionPay.
- With driver: No age restrictions for the renter — only a passport is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to rent a minivan in Georgia?
In low season (April-May, October-November), minivans start from $50/day — the most budget-friendly is the Volkswagen Sharan. Hyundai Staria and Toyota Hiace — from $65–70/day. Business class (Mercedes Vito, VW Caravelle) — from $80–90/day. In peak season, prices are 30–40% higher. Weekly rental from $300, monthly from $1100.
How much is a minivan with a driver?
Airport transfer — $50–100. One-day tour (8 hours) — $180–280 depending on route and minivan class. Multi-day trip around Georgia — from $220 per day with driver (includes driver's accommodation and meals). Wedding cortege — from $200 for a ceremony. Drivers speak Russian, English, and Georgian.
Which minivan is best for a family of 5?
For a family of 5 with children — Volkswagen Sharan ($50/day) or Hyundai Staria ($65/day). The Sharan has 7 seats with one child seat + 2 suitcases. The Staria offers more space and a larger trunk, a modern interior. For 6+ people, take Toyota Hiace or VW Caravelle.
Can I rent a minivan at Kutaisi Airport (Wizz Air)?
Yes. Minivan delivery to Kutaisi Airport (KUT) is available 24/7, including night arrivals of Wizz Air and Ryanair (between 00:30 and 04:00). The host meets your group at the exit with a sign. This is very convenient for families flying budget airlines from Europe.
How much luggage fits in a minivan?
In a 7-seater minivan (Sharan, Caravelle) with all seats occupied — 5–6 medium suitcases. In a 9-seater Hiace or Staria — 7–8 suitcases. If rear rows are folded, it fits ski equipment (skis + boots for 5–7 people) or 2–3 bicycles. For very large luggage, consider a roof box option.
Minivan or 2 sedans — what's better value?
A minivan is almost always better value for a group of 5+: one minivan $60/day vs two sedans $30+30 = $60. But on fuel: minivan uses 9–11 L/100 km vs two sedans 12–14 L combined ($15–20 savings on Tbilisi-Batumi route). Plus one parking spot instead of two. Plus you don't get separated. The downside is you need one driver capable of handling a 7-seater, or you can take a minivan with a driver.
Is a minivan suitable for the Georgian Military Highway?
Yes, absolutely. The road is paved, and a minivan handles winding roads confidently. In winter, be sure to request a vehicle with winter tires (included by TripBox hosts in the price from November to March). During heavy snowfall on the Cross Pass (2,379 m), it's better to take a 4×4 minivan — Mercedes Vito 4MATIC or VW Caravelle 4MOTION.
Can I rent a minivan with no deposit?
Yes. On TripBox, in the minivan category, there are vehicles with the "No deposit" filter — nothing is blocked on your card upon pickup. You only pay the rental price. Especially relevant for tour operators and large groups who don't want to freeze $500–1000 for 1–2 weeks.
Can I order a minivan for a wedding cortege?
Yes. For weddings in Georgia, people often order 2–3 decorated minivans — one for the newlyweds (usually a Mercedes Vito or V-Class), the others for guests. Price — from $200 per minivan for the ceremony (3–4 hours), full day from $400+. Decoration (ribbons, flowers) is agreed separately. Book 2–4 weeks before the wedding.
What languages do TripBox minivan drivers speak?
Russian, English, and Georgian are standard for all drivers. Many also speak Turkish (relevant for tourists from Turkey) and Armenian. If you need a driver in a specific language, specify when booking, and we'll find the right one.
Can I rent a minivan with child seats?
Yes. In the TripBox catalog for minivans, Infant Car Seat (0-1 year), Toddler Car Seat (1-4 years), and Booster Seat (4-12 years) are available — from $5/day each. Order at booking, and the host will install them before pickup. Under Georgian law, children under 12 must be in a special restraining device.
Can I pay for minivan rental in rubles?
Yes. TripBox supports direct payment in RUB without hidden conversion fees. You choose the currency at booking: GEL, USD, EUR, or RUB. The payment goes through Russian banking channels — crucial for tour operators and large families from the CIS.