Small group tour: 4 days in the Highlands of Georgia from Tbilisi

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4 days (approximately)
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Offered in: English

This Guaranteed small group tour to Samegrelo- Zemo Svaneti starts off from Tbilisi city. You get an unique opportunity to experience a mixture of local cultural heritage, visit Nokalakevi archaeological site, admire natural beauty of Martvili canyon, explore remote towns of Zugdidi, Mestia, have an off-road jeep tour to Ushguli. During these four days you meet with local people and taste delicious Svan dishes.
In just four days you create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime!

The group is Guaranteed to run after four people book the tour.

What's Included

One group transfer to/from Tbilisi airport at the beginning and at the end of the tour
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
2 x nights in double/twin room at Mestia 3* hotel/Guesthouse
All Fees and Taxes
Dinner (Optional[3])
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
1 x night in double/twin room at Mukhuri guesthouse
Professional English-Speaking guide/driver service
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Lunches and Beverages
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

Your place of stay in Tbilisi

Itinerary

Duration: 4 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Tbilisi - Nokalakevi - Martvili - Mukhuri

    4 stops
  • 1
    Tbilisi

    We pick you up from Tbilisi hotel at 08:00 and transfer you to Senaki Caffe Apetito (4 hr 3 min (286 km). On the way, we do several stops to stretch the legs.13:00-14:00 Meet with other members joining from Kutaisi and Batumi at Senaki Kafe Apetito near Senaki State Drama Theater.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    First, stop at Nokalakevi archaeological museum-reserve. The guided excursion lasts about one hour. During this time you wander through renovated museum halls, churches, citadel, and an escape tunnel.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Martvili Canyon

    Discover the natural wonders of Georgia in the next one hour: admire the green scenery of unique Colchian forests surrounding Martvili Canyon. Next take a 20 minutes boat trip in the Abasha river, 300 meters (one way) section of Abasha, and enjoy the breathtaking views of the canyon. By the evening arrive in the small town of Martvili. Overnight in a local family guesthouse, where you get the chance to get acquainted with a rural lifestyle.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    In the evening arrival in Mukhuri, a small town, where tourists usually pass by. Unique place! Have dinner at winery Obene Mukhuri. The small family guesthouse is the only opportunity for an overnight here, but on the other hand, we have the best chance to explore the real local lifestyle. Dinner and overnight in Mukhuri guesthouse.

    10 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Mukhuri – Enguri Dam - Mestia Surroundings

    3 stops
  • 5

    08:30 Breakfast at the guesthouse. Head to Mestia, driving upwards to Caucasus mountain serpentines. 20-30 minutes photo stop at Enguri hydroelectric Dam-an impressive Soviet construction (1 h from Chkhorotsku – 50 km). It requires 2 h, 20 min nonstop drive to Upper Svaneti, but we do as many stops as necessary on the way.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Margiani's House Museum

    14:00 Arrive in Mestia, an administrative center of Svaneti region, surrounded by three major ancient villages Latali, Lenjeri and Mulakhi and visit defensive towers decorated with medieval frescos. See Svaneti's housing estate tower-museum of Margiani (12th c.), Seti square.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 7

    Visit Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography, displaying old Georgian manuscripts, ethnographic and archaeological materials, Georgian Orthodox icons painted in the Svan style etc.

    1 minute • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Mestia – Ushguli Jeep Tour - Mestia

    1 stop
  • 8
    Ushguli

    Take a 4x4 drive to Ushguli, nestled in the upper Enguri Valley below Georgia's highest peak, Mt. Shkhara (5193m). This enchanting UNESCO-listed village, known for its 40+ ancient Svan towers, has preserved its timeless charm despite growing tourism.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Mestia – Zugdidi – Tbilisi

    1 stop
  • 9

    Breakfast in Mestia guesthouse and drive to Zugdidi, the present-day administrative center of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region. During the next one hour, we visit Dadiani Palace Historical Museum and Botanical garden. You can purchase local spices, homemade sauces, Sulguni, and honey at Zugdidi farmer’s market. Drive back to Tbilisi. Evening drop off to your hotel for overnight. Optional Gala dinner in Tbilisi restaurant should be arranged in advance. Our 4-day tour is over! We will meet again tomorrow morning for optional tours from Tbilisi. Enjoy your time in Georgia!

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The group is Guaranteed to run after 4 people book the tour.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Supplied by Georgian Holidays

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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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