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Beautiful, wild and mysterious, Svaneti is an ancient landlocked in the Caucasus, so remote that it was never tamed by any ruler. Uniquely picturesque villages and snow-covered, 4000 m-plus peaks rising above flower-strewn alpine meadows provide a superb backdrop to the many walking trails. Svaneti’s emblem is the koshki (defensive stone tower), designed to house villagers at times of invasion and local strife (until recently Svaneti was renowned for its murderous blood feuds).
Tour available from Tbilisi or Kutaisi.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Tbilisi
Our guide will pick you up at early morning. On the way, you can grab a coffee and pastry
Admission ticket free -
2
Arrive in Zugdidi – administrative centre of Samegrelo region. Visit Dadiani Palace History and Architectural Museum – the former residence of Mingrelian Kings and Queens. The first exhibition here was prepared by the Prince of Samegrelo, David Dadiani and presented archaeological findings from the ancient city of Nokalakevi. The museum now includes palaces of Princess of Samegrelo, Ekaterine Dadiani and Prince of Samegrelo, Niko Dadiani, court church, and the botanical garden.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Kutaisi
Kutaisi is a city in western Georgia.
Admission ticket free -
4
After Samegrelo, we start driving up to the Caucasus Mountains. On our way we will stop near Enguri Dam, currently being the world’s second-largest dam – 271.5 m in height.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Mestia
In the evening arrive at Mestia. Dinner and overnight in Mestia. You need a rest and sleep well before the next day!
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Ushguli
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we’ll explore Upper Svaneti and drive with 4x4 vehicles to Ushguli village – the highest continually inhabited places in Europe. The whole village with its fortifications is included in UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The way to Ushguli is off-road but very picturesque. On our way, we’ll visit villages: Ipari and Kala to see the churches rich in murals and frescos.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
7
Stop by Lamaria church in Ushguli - a sacred place for locals. Take a walk towards Shkhara glacier – the highest peak in Georgia (5068 m). In the evening return back to Mestia. Dinner and overnight in Mestia.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
8
Visit Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography, which houses old Georgian manuscripts, ethnographic and archaeological items, Georgian Orthodox icons painted in Svanetian style, etc.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
9Margiani's House Museum
Walk up to the tower and house museum of Margiani (12th c.) to see how the locals were living. Have lunch in one of the local restaurants.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
10
After lunch visit villages: Latali and Lemjeri located near Mestia town containing churches decorated with medieval frescos and murals.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
11
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive back to Tbilisi and visit Zugdidi farmer’s market on the way, where local ecologically clean fruit, vegetables, and homemade (Sulguni) cheese and sweets are sold. Have lunch en-route.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
TBILISI – ZUGDIDI – MESTIA
Ushguli
MESTIA AND ITS SURROUNDINGS
MESTIA – ZUGDIDI – TBILISI
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Subject to favorable weather conditions.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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