Georgia · SVANETI MOUNTAINS
The far northwest: tower villages, glaciers at the head of the valley, and a long way from everything. These 15 run as two- and three-day trips, and the note that matters is whether Ushguli is included — the road up needs a 4×4 and a summer date.
Two to 3 day Svaneti 4x4 safari from Kutaisi with glacier hikes, Mestia towers, optional cable car and museum stops, plus great local food.
“We had a great time in Svaneti, luckily the weather was perfect even in April. Teona was an excellent guide, very informative and attentive. Highly recommend this tour. Because of the lenght of the journey (around 6 hrs) I recommend doing the 3 day tour”
2-day 4x4 safari from Kutaisi to Ushguli and Mestia. Glacier hike, church and tower views, English guide, hotel pickup, optional cable car.
“One of the best trips I have ever been on. During the car journey, we stopped at many beautiful viewpoints, each one more breathtaking than the last. The towns we visited were very pretty and we had a lot of freedom to explore, which was great. The optional horse riding was a great choice, it's an unforgettable experience and I recommend it to anyone who's hesitating. The guide who led us throughout the trip was very nice and we got on really well, I felt like I was going to the mountains with friends. It is important to remember that this involves many hours spent in the car, which may…”
8-day Svaneti trek from Mestia to Ushguli with expert guides, cultural stops, guesthouse stays, and included meals. Depart from Tbilisi.
“I’d like to share my experience after joining two tours organized by TreKGeorgia Travel Tours (September-25).”
Private 5-day Svaneti tour, from Mestia and Chalaadi Glacier to Ushguli towers, waterfall hike, family food, private guide and pickups.
“We’ve made the booking with Zviad and he was quick with an alternative itinerary - as the road to chaarlati glacial was damaged by heavy rainfall a few days earlier. Meals and accommodation at Mestia were satisfactory, Old House was located in the midst of historical towers and within easy reach of town centre. Special tribute to Vaska, our guide and companion for the five days trip, who offered a progressive and unique insight to life, wine and music in Georgia!”
Two-day Svaneti tour from Kutaisi with Enguri views, a glacier hike at Chalaadi, and Ushguli’s ancient towers, guided in English.
“Long drive from Kutaisi to Mestia but well worth it for the magnificent Caucasian vistas and the nocturnal view of the lit towers. Ushguli was lovely and unique.”
Shared transfer from Kutaisi to Mestia with air-conditioned comfort, Enguri dam and waterfall stops, and a fixed price, typically 6 hours.
“Ok drive. But at bit scarry that the driver used phone for texting when driving in the mountains. Nice but very loud music. Spacious car”
Two days in Svaneti from Kutaisi, Enguri Dam, cable car views, Chalaadi glacier hike, and Ushguli towers. English guides included.
“Everything was perfectly managed, with proper pauses to reach Mestia. Loved Inguri Dam, as well as seeing where the river starts in the mountain. George was an amazing guide, also showing Mestia museum and the tower. Mestia, Ushguli and all mountain views are simply amazing. I enjoyed a lot spending my time with guide Dato in Mestia, he is really friendly, funny and kind. Trip to the glacier Chalaadi with him was handled with experience and he knows a lot of things about surrounding nature and geography. Also I loved trip to Ushguli, spectacular views and chills. Amazing trip and perfect timing with all trasports Roberto from Italy”
Shared van transfer from Mestia to Kutaisi. Meet at Credo Bank, ride about 5 hours, and save money versus taxis.
“driver + tour guide toko is so funny which made the 5hrs driving journey feeling better. the car is comfortable even on the mountain road.”
Private 3-day Svaneti trip from Tbilisi with Enguri Dam, UNESCO Ushguli, and optional Martvili Canyon boat time, plus door-to-door transfers.
“It was an amazing tour in the mountains of Svaneti region. We really loved it! Our guide was really nice and helpful, not just giving us great tips and hints about the attractions, but also translating for us if needed and recommending delicious traditional Georgian foods :)”
Private 3-day tour from Tbilisi to Mestia and Ushguli via Kutaisi, Prometheus Cave, and Martvili Canyon in an A/C Jeep.
“This was a terrible experience and we had no choice but to forfeit the tour after the 1st day. Details to follow”
4 days from Tbilisi to Svaneti: Mestia, a guided Chalaadi Glacier hike, Svan towers, and UNESCO Ushguli with private transport.
“Perfekt organisiert. Unser Guide war freundlich und kompetent. Alles super. Lohnt sich auf jeden Fall.”
4-day Svaneti hiking from Batumi with glacier walks, UNESCO villages, and mostly included meals in a small group setting.
“George is both a pro and a fun guy to be around. We checked about doing the hikes by ourselves, but having George around definately enriched our experience with his knowledge and selecting for us the best routes to go to the hikes and back. The hikes themselves were challenging enough while not being too difficult. The main problem we ran into was rain something I was not prepared enough for.”
4-day Svaneti tour from Tbilisi to Mestia and Ushguli, with Enguri Dam, Chalaadi Glacier hike, Svan towers, and Martvili Canyon.
“The tour overall was great. Gogi, our driver and guide, was magnificent. Accommodating and friendly, answered our questions and made the trip pleasant. However, more info could have been provided before the tour began. I had to reach out to the tour operator in order to find out that we were supposed to find our own accommodation in Mestia. It was also not until the day before the tour (after we have arrived in Georgia) that the operator messaged us telling us to bring boots and warm clothes. This could have been relayed ahead of time, when we were still in our home country packing, not the day before.”
Private 4-day trip from Tbilisi to Mestia and Ushguli in Svaneti, with glacier hiking options, canyon stops, and a welcome dinner.
“Zurab was a perfect guide with great knowledge of the country, the route, the towns we visited and the places we hiked.”
4-day private Svaneti trip from Tbilisi to Mestia and Ushguli, with caves, canyon, Enguri Dam, glacier views, and church frescoes.
“The trip is great and well planned 4 days trip is good for visiting Mestia and Ushguli that wonderful place. We enjoy the trip and take most of good photo during this trip.”
Every kind of day out of Tbilisi, Kutaisi and Batumi — and the best of each.
