SVANETI 10 DAYS TREKKING TOUR
Situated in the north of the country Svaneti is bordered by both Karachay-Cherkessia and Kabardino-Bakaria in the Russian Federation. It is home to some of the highest mountains in the Caucasus. This historical region is brimming with ancient villages and the locals known as Svans have largely retained their culture and heritage for centuries. Characteristic of this region are the Svan towers (koshki) built in the medieval period to act as defense and signal towers against invading armies. Trek through the beautiful mountains to explore the medieval towers and Churches of Svaneti, be awed by some of the highest peaks in Europe and prepare to be immersed in local mountain culture.
Our guides will meet you in Tbilisi International Airport
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Tbilisi |
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| TOUR PRICE | 3830 GEL |
| DEPOSIT | 2210 GEL |
Transfer from Tbilisi to Becho, Svaneti
Transfer to Svaneti. En route we visit Enguri Dam with a height of 271 meters (the highest dam of this type in the world). The Dam forms a water-storage reservoir in the picturesque gorges of Samegrelo and Svaneti’s mountains. It's time to get ready for the most exciting part of the trip - a journey in Svaneti, a region with the highest mountains and glaciers and the most abiding ancient traditions.
Overnight guesthouse in Becho
Lunch and Dinner.
Shared facilities
Trek to Ushba Glacier
In the morning we start our trek from the guesthouse through woods to the foot of Mt. Ushba at (4700m). A beautiful trek will bring us to the waterfalls and we can enjoy the spectacular view of Laila Mountain range. The first 2 hours is comparatively easy, but the next 3 hours gets a bit harder. On our way back we meet our local transport near a bridge and return to the guesthouse.
Overnight guesthouse in Becho
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Shared facilities
Military Base ↑↓ 400m, (walking time 4 hours) 12 km
1st Waterfall ↑↓ 650 m (walking time 5 hours) 16 km
Becho, Mestia , Chalaadi , Mestia
In the morning we transfer to Mestia (1 hour) and start with a visit to Mestia’s ethnographic museum and old watch towers. After this we drive (20min) to Lavladashi and trek to Chalaadi Glacier. We follow beautiful valleys and trek through lush forests before we get a glimpse of the glacier. Then we trek up to an altitude of 2070m. Trek down to a foot bridge over Mestiachala, from here we take our transport back to Mestia.
Walking distance 12 km
↑↓500m (waking time 5 hours)
Overnight in Mestia
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Privet toilet and shower in rooms.
The trail starts at an elevation of 1500m above the sea level, the maximum elevation is 1900m and ends at 1600m.
Total distance 14 km. Time needed 6-8 hours. Through alpine meadows and along rough jeep tracks following Jabeshi starts a hard climb up toward Adishi.
Overnight in guesthouse in Jabeshi
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Shared facilities
Trek from Jabeshi to Adishi
The ancient village of Adishi is located several kilometers away from Ipari under Mount Tetnuldi. The village has four churches: the Church of Christ, the Church of the Archangel, and two churches of Saint George. The Church of Christ held icons from the 11th-14th centuries (now stored at a museum), as well as a manuscript of Shatberdi dating back to 897, which includes detailed artwork known as the four chapter book of Adishi.
The trail leads from the valley Mulakhura to Adishischala. Trail ends at elevation 2100m.
Total distance: 10 km
Duration: 6-7 Hours
Altitude:
Start 1650m
Highest point: 2500m
End: 2080m
Overnight in Adishi
Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Shared facilities
Adishi - Iparali
Start trekking to the village of Ipari. The biggest and most decorated church in this community is the Nakipari Church, built in the 10th century. Theodore, King David the Builder’s painter, painted artwork in this church. The church also contains an 11th century icon of Saint George carved in gold and silver.
Total Distance: 14 km
Duration: 6-8 hours
Altitude:
Start: 2080m
Highest point: 2722 m
End: 1950m
Overnight in Iprali
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Shared facilities
Iprali- Ushguli. Transfer to Ushguli by vehicle
Ushguli’s medieval constructions are under the protection of UNESCO. A historical settlement located in the very East of Svaneti, Ushguli is one of the highest settlements in Europe (2,000-2,200m above sea level). It was part of the so-called “Free Svaneti” as for centuries the people here defended the region against numerous attacks. The Church of Saint Mary is located on one of the highest points in Ushguli and it is also the home to the remnants of one of the most ancient fortresses of Svaneti with 37 towers, dating back to the reign of Queen Tamar. The views and surrounding landscape are stunning.
We have a superb trek in the afternoon which takes us through the mountains to Shkhara Glacier where the Enguri River starts. After which we return to Ushguli.
↑↓300m (5-6 hrs)
Overnight in Ushguli
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Private facilities
Trek to Mount Guri
We leave the village Ushguli and continue towards Mount Guri (2970 m). We walk on a serpentine slope and then the path disappears. The last 50 meters are the most difficult to climb but when we reached the top the views are stunning. If the weather allows, we will have the chance to see not only the village of Ushguli (which actually consists of 3 small villages) and is listed by UNESCO but also the tops of Mt. Shkhara (5068m) and Mt. Tetrnuldi (4617m). After which we transfer back to Mestia. In the evening we take the cable car up Hatsvali Mountain where we have dinner at the highest restaurant in Mestia.
Total distance: 10km
↑ ↓ 800m. (Walking time: 4-5 hours)
Overnight in Mestia
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Private facilities
Transfer back to Tbilisi via Gori and the Stalin Museum
In the evening we enjoy a farewell dinner in the form of a traditional Georgian Supra.
Overnight Hotel in Tbilisi
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Transfer to Airport - onward transfer to regions
