Day 1: Becho-Mestia. You’ll be picked up at your location of choice in Tbilisi, then set off directly for Mestia. The road passes the Enguri Hydro Power Plant dam as you enter the Enguri River valley. Then you’ll visit the village of Becho, famous for its magnificent view of the spear-shaped double summit of Mt. Ushba. From there, the road passes through medieval villages, giving you an up-close look at towers built between the 9th and 12th centuries. The famous towers, with their unique architecture and historical role in Georgia, represent UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You’ll arrive by evening in Mestia, the main town of the Svaneti region.
Day 2: Mestia. Spend the day getting to know the incredible mountain town of Mestia and its surrounding villages. You’ll start by visiting the Margiani Tower Museum, followed by the globally famous Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography, Mestia. The trip will continue to neighboring villages, where you’ll have a chance to explore medieval churches and chapels.
Day 3: Mestia-Ushguli. From Mestia, you’ll travel to Ushguli, the highest-altitude inhabited village in Europe, at 2,100 meters. Ushguli sits at the bottom of Mount Shkhara, and consists of four villages: Chvibani, Zhibani, Chazhashi and Murqmeli. Enjoy stunning views of Mount Shkhara, before returning to Mestia.
Day 4: Zugdidi-Archeopolis. Descend from the mountain region around Mestia to Zugdidi, the central town of the Samegrelo region. Here you’ll see a medieval castle and the Dadiani Dukes Palace, and will also be able to visit the Zugdidi Museum where you’ll encounter the famous Napoleon’s Mask. Your next destination is Archeopolis in the ancient town of Kolheti
Day 5: Kutaisi-Gelati-Tbilisi. Start the day with a visit to Bagrat Cathedral, the masterpiece of Georgian medieval architecture, built in the 11th century. Next, you’ll visit the famous Motsameta and Gelati monasteries, founded by King David IV, which served as the cultural and intellectual center of Georgia. Return to Tbilisi.
- Transport by private vehicle 4X4
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- 4 nights accommodation
- Driver/guide
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
Delight in a breathtaking 5-day jeep excursion from Tbilisi, Georgia’s capital, to the historic mountainous town of Mestia, situated in Svaneti region. This unforgettable adventure of culture and geography involves a stopover at Ushguli, the highest inhabited settlement throughout Europe. Be awe-struck by the 12th-century towers guarding the Enguri River valley while relishing a 4x4 escorted trip through Georgia’s medieval hamlets and untouched wilderness. Exceptional vistas of Mount Ushba and Tetnuldi at the heart of the Caucasus are just a few of the tour’s numerous exciting episodes.
- Dress code is smart casual
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
