TCT Georgia 8 Day Self Guided Trek in Upper Svaneti

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8 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This trek has been designed by the team behind the Transcaucasian Trail, the long-distance hiking route connecting communities across the Caucasus. Rather than following a standard tourist itinerary, the route takes you through the heart of Upper Svaneti, linking medieval tower villages, traditional guesthouses, high mountain passes, and some of Georgia's most spectacular alpine landscapes.

Travelers benefit from detailed route planning, local logistical coordination, accommodation and transport arrangements, GPS navigation resources, and direct connections with local service providers. The experience combines the freedom of independent trekking with the reassurance of local expertise and support, while helping ensure that tourism directly benefits mountain communities along the route.

What's Included

Contact details for local service providers
Detailed self-guided trekking itinerary with GPX tracks and navigation materials
Accommodation and Transport booking arrangements
Accommodation costs with breakfast and dinner (paid directly to guesthouses)
Transportation costs (paid directly to local transport providers)
Meals and beverages
Travel insurance
Medical, rescue, and evacuation expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Instructions will be sent after the booking

Itinerary

Duration: 8 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Etseri

    1 stop
  • Tbilisi (Pass by)

    Arrive in Georgia and travel to the mountain village of Etseri, the starting point of your self-guided trek through Upper Svaneti. Depending on your travel plans, reach Etseri via Mestia from Tbilisi or Kutaisi. Settle into your guesthouse, review your route materials, and prepare for the adventure ahead while enjoying your first views of the Greater Caucasus Mountains.

    • Day 2

    Etseri to Mazeri

    1 stop
  • (Pass by)

    Begin your trek through the scenic mountains of Upper Svaneti. Hike across alpine meadows and panoramic ridgelines before crossing Bak Pass (2,400 m), where spectacular views of Mount Ushba unfold. Descend through peaceful pine forests into the Becho Valley and arrive in the traditional Svan village of Mazeri.

    • Day 3

    Mazeri to Mestia

    1 stop
  • Mazeri (Pass by)

    Today's stage is the most demanding of the journey, climbing steadily through the Becho Valley to Guli Pass (2,955 m), the highest point of the trek. Enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Ushba and Mount Tetnuldi before descending via the Koruldi Lakes area to Mestia, the cultural heart of Upper Svaneti, renowned for its medieval defensive towers.

    • Day 4

    Mestia to Lakhiri

    1 stop
  • Mestia (Pass by)

    Leave Mestia behind and follow quiet mountain trails through forests, meadows, and traditional Svan villages. With continuous views of Mount Tetnuldi, today's route offers a more relaxed pace while showcasing the rural beauty and timeless character of Upper Svaneti before reaching the peaceful village of Lakhiri.

    • Day 5

    Lakhiri to Adishi

    1 stop
  • (Pass by)

    Follow scenic trails through traditional settlements and forested hills before crossing a mountain pass overlooking the Tetnuldi massif. Descend into Adishi, one of Svaneti's most iconic villages, famous for its medieval stone towers, remote location, and spectacular mountain scenery.

    • Day 6

    Adishi to Khalde

    1 stop
  • Adishi (Pass by)

    Cross the Adishi River before climbing toward Chkhunderi Pass (2,750 m), where panoramic views of the Adishi Glacier and Mount Shkhara—Georgia's highest peak—reward your efforts. Continue across open alpine landscapes before descending to the historic village of Khalde.

    • Day 7

    Khalde to Ushguli

    1 stop
  • (Pass by)

    Complete your trekking adventure with a spectacular hike to Ushguli, one of Europe's highest permanently inhabited settlements and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Depending on conditions, follow either the valley trail or the scenic Lagem Pass route before arriving beneath the towering peaks of the Greater Caucasus.

    • Day 8

    Departure from Ushguli

    1 stop
  • Ushguli (Pass by)

    After breakfast, depart Ushguli and continue your onward journey. Shared or private transfers are available to Mestia, where you can continue to Kutaisi or Tbilisi. Your self-guided adventure concludes after experiencing one of the Caucasus' most iconic trekking routes.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Supplied by Transcaucasian Trail Association

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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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