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Georgia is a mountainous country with the highest mountains in Europe (and no, it’s not Mont Blanc!!).
The spirit of this hiking tour in Georgia is all about exploration, discovery, and immersion in the local nature and culture. This adventure will allow you to experience breathtaking landscapes and immerse yourself in the rich Georgian culture by spending nights in traditional guesthouses. You’ll also have the chance to meet local residents and learn more about their way of life. This trek will offer you an authentic experience that will remain engraved in your memory forever.
What can you expect from this trip to Svanetia?
Your next hike in Georgia promises to be an unforgettable experience. You’ll start by exploring the region’s main town, Mestia, before trekking to the Chalaadi glacier, offering spectacular views of the mountains and Lake Chalaadi. On the following days, you’ll continue your trek through remote valleys and traditional villages, with nights spent in guesthouses for an authentic experience of local culture.
The highlight of your trip will be the village of Ushguli, one of the highest villages in Europe, where you can discover medieval stone towers, churches and traditional houses. You can also take an excursion to the Shkhara glacier for breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.
This tour is ideal for nature and culture lovers, with trekking in the mountains, visits to traditional villages and full immersion in Georgian culture thanks to our guesthouses. You’ll return home with unforgettable memories of this incredible adventure in Georgia.
Airport transfer; check-in at the hotel. Dinner in Tbilisi and overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure from Tbilisi to Mestia, the main town of Svaneti.
This day is essentially devoted to your transfer, which lasts around 8 hours.
Lunch on the way. Dinner in Mestia and overnight stay in a guesthouse.
8h
Breakfast in guest house.
Your trek begins with a 15 km hike to the stunning Chalaadi Glacier. You’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the Greater Caucasus Mountains and arrive at Chalaadi Lake, where you’ll have a picnic. You will return to Mestia by 4×4.
Dinner in a guest house in Mestia
Overnight in Guesthouse
4h 45mn
Breakfast in guest house.
You will depart from Mestia to reach the village of Zhabeshi, following the Mestiachala River. The hike from Mestia to Zhabeshi offers stunning views of the mountains and valleys in the Svaneti region of Georgia. You can also cross the Mestiachala River and discover traditional Georgian villages. During your day hike, you can also visit medieval churches and stone towers in the villages you pass through. In the evening, you can relax in a traditional Georgian guesthouse and enjoy the hospitality of the local people.
You’ll have a picnic on the way.
Upon arrival in Zhabeshi, you can relax in a traditional Georgian guesthouse and enjoy the hospitality of the local residents. Dinner and overnight stay in the guesthouse.
4h
Breakfast in guest house
The hike from Zhabeishi to the village of Adishi is a unique experience that will take you through the magnificent mountain scenery and other traditional villages of the Svanetia region. In addition to mountain views, you’ll also discover lush green meadows and coniferous forests along the way. Along the way, you’ll cross rivers and wooden bridges, and may even catch a glimpse of wild animals such as chamois or deer.
Once you arrive in Adishi, you’ll discover a traditional Georgian village, set in a secluded valley surrounded by mountains. The village is famous for its stone houses with thatched roofs, its medieval defense towers and its 10th-century Orthodox church.
You’ll arrive at a guesthouse where you can immerse yourself in the local culture. You will enjoy traditional Georgian dishes for dinner and have the opportunity to interact with the village locals. Overnight stay in a 3-star guesthouse.4h
Breakfast at the Guest House.
Another day of unforgettable wilderness experiences. Departing from the charming village of Adishi, your adventure will take you on a hike through mountain trails offering spectacular views of the snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus. You’ll pass over the Chkhunderi pass, an incredibly beautiful panoramic viewpoint over the surrounding valley. You’ll also see the Tobavarchkhili lakes, a series of breathtakingly beautiful glacial lakes. Finally, today’s hike ends at the small village of Iprali, surrounded by majestic mountains and lush green meadows. All in all, a breathtaking trekking experience in the heart of the Georgian wilderness.
Dinner and overnight in a new guest house in Iprali.
6h30
Breakfast in the guesthouse.
You will depart from the small village of Iprali, and during your trekking day, you will cross mountain trails that offer incredible views of the Caucasus peaks and the stunning surrounding natural landscapes.. You’ll visit picturesque villages, discover Georgian culture and traditions, and meet warm, welcoming locals. Your trek ends in Ushguli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can admire medieval towers, ancient churches and exceptional scenery.
“Dinner and overnight stay in a guesthouse in Ushguli.”3h30
Breakfast in guest house.
On your trek, you’ll pass through spectacular scenery, including verdant valleys, mountain streams and majestic glaciers. You will finally reach the Shkhara glacier. At 5,200 metres above sea level, Shkhara is one of the highest peaks in Georgia and the Caucasus mountain range.
Enjoy a picnic while admiring the famous Shkhara glacier.
Back to Ushguli
Dinner and overnight in Ushguli in a guesthouse.
6h
Breakfast in guest house.
After a week full of adventures, emotions, grandiose landscapes and encounters, it’s time to head home!
Return transfer to Tbilisi
Dinner and overnight in a hotel in Tbilisi
8h
Breakfast at the hotel
Airport transfer
Tbilisi or Kutaissi airport
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