3-Day Private Mestia and Ushguli Tour from Tbilisi

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What you’ll see

1. first day
2. Kutaisi Early in the morning, at 7 o'clock we will start the journey to western Georgia 220 km. We are crossing the Rikotski Pass and Kutaisi is waiting for us soon. We are in the Kolkheti lowlands, covered with many legends. Here the Argonauts under the command of Jason stole the golden fleece. In the surrounding mountains Prometheus was riding on a rock. This is the land of the eminent warriors of antiquity, where amazing events took place.
3. Bagrati Cathedral
4. In the Bagrati temple we will personally see all the beauty and unique charm of the impressive Georgian architecture of a thousand years ago.
5. Prometheus Cave Natural Monument Underworld of Colchis. You will visit Kumistavi, where the colorful cave world of Colchis in all its glory will appear before you. On a 1,700-meter walking trail through the grottoes, you will see stalactites and stalagmites, underground waterfalls, rivers, and a lake. And in the famous Prometheus Cave (Amirani) let us recall the legend of a chained mythological hero who angered the gods.
6. Martvili Canyon 700-m-long stone paved circular route starts from Martvili Canyon visitor center and crosses the Dadiani historical trail. There are 2 bridges, 3 platform views and historical 30 steps stair constructed by large limestone boulders. Visitors can enjoy a 300-meter boat tour on river Abasha and beautiful views of mountain river canyon. Ticket price $ 12
7. Patara Enguri River
8. We will visit the beautiful reservoir of Engurpes which stretches in the middle of the mountains.
9. Mestia
10. We will also stop on the way to the waterfall and other beautiful places. In the evening we will have free time to walk in the streets of Mestia where many traditional cafes are located.
11. second day
12. Mikhail Khergiani House Museum Mestia was an important center of Georgian culture for centuries and contains a number of medieval monuments. Arrive in Mestia and visit the tower-museum of Margiani family, which dates back to the 12th century. Explore the tower.
13. Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography Next, visit to the Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography. The Museum's collections include important archeological and ethnographic materials, a rich collection of Georgian manuscripts, and Georgian Orthodox icons painted in the unique Svan style. Ticket price $ 3
14. Hatsvali Ski Resort Hatsvali ski station by aerial tramway to enjoy panoramic views over the mountains and the Ushba glacier. Hatsvali station by aerial tramway to enjoy panoramic views over the mountains and the Ushba glacier. Ticket price $ 5
15. Ushguli Ushguli village is the highest permanently inhabited village in Europe. The whole village is included the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list and preserves numerous Svan defensive towers. Arrive in Ushguli and explore the village.
16. Shkhara Glacier
17. Then take a walk towards the foothills of Shkhara Glacier – the highest of peaks in Georgia (5204 m. above sea level).
18. Third day
19. Mestia In the morning we will have a free walk in the streets of Mestia until 12:00
20. Dadiani Palace Museum
21. Next we will drive to Zugdidi, where we will visit Dadiani Palace Historical Museum and Botanical garden.
22. Rikoti Tunnel
23. Departure from Zugdidi to Tbilisi, where we will have free time to have lunch at Rikoti Pass.