Tusheti and Mount Kazbek Remote Hiking Tour

Welcome to Tbilisi! You’ll be transferred to your hotel in Old Town for the evening, so find a cozy spot for dinner or feel free to roam about this 5th-century city.

Tbilisi was a lucrative crossroads for the Silk Road and has long since been a city where different cultures come together. Explore this beautiful mix of architecture, cuisine, and energy as you enjoy a guided walking tour of the city today. Stroll the narrow streets, see the Metekhi Church, and wander through several important districts. Dare a dip in the soothing sulphur baths, then snap photos from the panoramic Mt. Mtatsminda viewpoint.

You’ll have free time in the afternoon to meander as you please, lingering to admire the pastel-washed buildings or the river splitting the city.

Take a walk into Georgia’s storied past today, visiting the old Georgian capital of Mtskehta, the UNESCO-recognized hub of the country between the 3rd century BC to the 5th century AD. Then, trace the old Silk Road en route to the ancient cave town of Uplistsikhe, where an Iron Age town built into the rock has remained semi-standing.

Stops to the Old Georgian Military Road and the Ananuri Fortified Complex provide greater historical context before you arrive at a town at the foot of Mount Kazbek for the night.

Ready to hit the trail? Start the day with an off-road drive to the Juta settlement, where you’ll begin hiking towards the fantastic Mt. Chaukhi. Soak up the sights!

On your way back to Stepantsminda, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a short hike to the Gveleti Waterfalls. You’ll be toeing the border with Russia as you cool off in the mist.

After breakfast, start towards the Gergeti Monastery, perched below the summit of Mount Kazbek 2170 metres high. After marvelling at the views here, continue towards the glacier near the viewpoint at Betlemi Cross. You won’t want to descend, but eventually, it’ll be time to hike back down to Stepantsminda.

Take a break from hiking today-one you’ll definitely like! Visit the Kakheti wine region to learn about 8000 years of winemaking tradition, recognized in different ways by UNESCO and the Guinness Book of World Records. You have the option to enjoy a non-included cable car ride before spending some time with a local family, who will show you how they make “quervi,” a clay vessel used in their traditional winemaking process. Of course, a tasting is included!

Perhaps a bit tipsy, head to Telavi for the night.

This morning, you’ll drive to the Alaverdi Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site with a green-topped stone cathedral perched upon a hill. It looks like something out of a storybook, and it’s been well-preserved since the 6th century.

Next, you’ll embark on an exciting Jeep tour to Omalo, cruising through the remote and unspoiled Tusheti Region. Stop for photos between thrilling stretches of trail as you approach the Keselo fort and museum. After wandering the museum, check into your guesthouse for the evening.

Early in the morning, you’ll be driven to the gorgeous village of Shenako, filled with old watchtowers and picturesque in its architecture and scenery. Walk through Shenako to reach Diklo, the next village over. A Jeep will shuttle you back to Omalo after you’ve had time to grab a coffee or pastry.

In the afternoon, you’ll have time to go horseback riding around the area. If you’d prefer to do the entire day’s route on horseback, this can be arranged for a modest additional fee.

Begin today with a transfer to Kumelaurta. From here, you’ll set out through the idyllic forest and across wildflower-dotted meadows to Oreti Lake, a round turquoise lagoon surrounded by rolling green hills.

You once again have the option to complete today’s hike by horseback for a small additional fee, a nice option for those less interested in the steeper ascents required today.

After an unbelievable day yesterday, spend today reminiscing as you’re driven back to Tbilisi. The rest of the day is yours to do as you please, perhaps stopping in at one of the wine bars on the narrow cobbled streets of the Old Town.

After 11 unforgettable days in Georgia, it’s time to head back home. You’ll be taken to the airport to depart.