Georgian Mountain Mystery
Explore and feel the mountains of the great Caucasus, discover Stepantsminda (*former Kazbegi) and the medieval towers of Svaneti region, still inhabited highest villages in Europe 2200 m. recognized by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Here you will have an opportunity to taste traditional cuisine, homemade wines and hear the Georgian famous polyphonic songs!
Overview
Itinerary
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Regions: Khevi –Imereti - Svaneti – Tbilisi
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Duration: 12 nights
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Food: BB/HB in Tbilisi, FB in Countryside
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Accommodation: Hotel & Guesthouse
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Best Season: From June to early September
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Group Size: Up to 15
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Total Trekking Distance: 75 km
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Elevation: 900m
Overview
Overview
This is a trip to explore and feel the mountains of the great Caucasus surrounded with untouched sceneries of tiny villages of Khevi region, where you will hike to a beautiful lands, snow-capped mountains and enjoy the breathtaking panorama of Kazbegi mountains with highest peak reaching up to 5047 m.
The second part of the trip continuous to the northwest of Georgia, and covers Svaneti region, that encloses completely distinguished landscape, magnificent mountain peaks, medieval towers and unique architecture and culture. Drive along the river Enguri and enjoy fascinated views of deep gorges, coniferous forests, dwelling houses.
Explore Mestia, administrative center of Svaneti province and the highest inhabited village in Europe – Ushguli located at 2200 m.
It is essential to note that four of the ten highest peaks of the Caucasus are located in the region: Mt.Shkhara 5068 m. Mt.Tetnuldi 4974 m. Mt. Shota Rustaveli 4960 m. Mt. Ushba 4710 m.
Folk and religious traditions are felt to have been better preserved here than elsewhere. Have a great opportunity to taste homemade alcoholic drinks, “Sulguni” cheese, “Kubdari” pie - delicious cousin characterized to mountainous regions with unique polyphony and warm, friendly atmosphere.
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AdventureHidden Trails of Georgia - Trekking Georgian Mountain Mystery- Trekking Towers of Caucasus - Trekking The Mountain of Prometheus - Mountain Chaukhi Mountains – Mountain Free Wheeling in Georgia – MTB Cycle the Dreamland - MTB Gallop Through the Past – Multi Ski Touring in Gudauri- Ski Tour Ski Touring in Svaneti – Ski Tour Heli Ski/Board in Gudauri – Ski Tour
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CultureExplore Real Georgia - Culture Along the Traces of Argonauts - Culture Cave Cities - Culture Along the steps of Assyrian Monks - Culture Winding the Wine Road - culture
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TranscaucasianMedieval Epoch (TRK & GEO) – Culture Two early Christian Countries (GEO & ARM) - Culture Georgia Arm & AZ – Culture
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Full Board
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All Accommodation
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All Domestic Transfers
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4WD Car Service
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Tour Leader
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Tour Guide and Assistants
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Local Guides
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First Aid Kit
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Visa or Visa Fees
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Airfares
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Single Supplement
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Medical Expenses and Insurance
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Re-booking of Hotels
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Alcoholic Drinks
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Special Meals
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Trekking Gear
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Horses for Carrying Private Luggage
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Photographer
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Items of Personal Nature
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Extra Sites
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Items Not Mentioned in Program and Detailed Itinerary
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Mode of travel: On Foot & 4WD
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Included tour staff & support: Tour Leader, driver (s), assistant, cook, local guides.
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To bring with: sun hat, sunglasses, trekking boots, proper clothing & footwear