3-Day Private Mestia and Ushguli Tour from Kutaisi
Overview
During this tour, you will see the fabulous beauty of Svaneti, the Caucasus Mountains, and old medieval towers.
We will give you unforgettable days with our experienced drivers.
We will give you unforgettable days with our experienced drivers.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
What to expect
Itinerary
Day 1: We will leave Kutaisi for Mestia
Stop At: Kutaisi, Georgia
Early in the morning, at 8 o'clock we start the journey. We are in the Colchis lowlands, covered with many legends. Here, the Argonauts, under the command of Jason, stole the golden fleece. In the nearby mountains, Prometheus was walking on a rock. This is the land of the eminent warriors of antiquity, where amazing events took place.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bagrati Cathedral, Bagrati Street, Kutaisi 4600 Georgia
In the Bagrati temple, we will personally see all the beauty and unique charm of the impressive Georgian architecture of a thousand years ago.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Prometheus Cave, Kumistavi Georgia
The 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.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Martvili Canyon, Martivili Georgia
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 the mountain river canyon.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Mestia, Mestia, Upper Svaneti, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region
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.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: From mestia to Ushguli
Stop At: Mestia, Mestia, Upper Svaneti, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography, A. Lozeliani st. 7, Mestia 384750 Georgia
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hatsvali Ski Lift, 2PHM+QJM, Mestia, Georgia
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ushguli, Ushguli, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region
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.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: From Mestia to Zugdidi and back to Qutaisi
Stop At: Mestia, Mestia, Upper Svaneti, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region
From Mestia to Zugdidi and back to Tbilisi
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Dadiani Palaces Historical and Architectural Museum, Zviad Gamsakhurdia St., 2, Zugdidi 2100 Georgia
Next we will drive to Zugdidi, where we will visit Dadiani Palace Historical Museum and Botanical garden.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kutaisi, Georgia
Departure from Zugdidi to Kutaisi.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: We will leave Kutaisi for Mestia
Stop At: Kutaisi, Georgia
Early in the morning, at 8 o'clock we start the journey. We are in the Colchis lowlands, covered with many legends. Here, the Argonauts, under the command of Jason, stole the golden fleece. In the nearby mountains, Prometheus was walking on a rock. This is the land of the eminent warriors of antiquity, where amazing events took place.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bagrati Cathedral, Bagrati Street, Kutaisi 4600 Georgia
In the Bagrati temple, we will personally see all the beauty and unique charm of the impressive Georgian architecture of a thousand years ago.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Prometheus Cave, Kumistavi Georgia
The 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.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Martvili Canyon, Martivili Georgia
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 the mountain river canyon.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Mestia, Mestia, Upper Svaneti, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region
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.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: From mestia to Ushguli
Stop At: Mestia, Mestia, Upper Svaneti, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography, A. Lozeliani st. 7, Mestia 384750 Georgia
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hatsvali Ski Lift, 2PHM+QJM, Mestia, Georgia
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ushguli, Ushguli, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region
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.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: From Mestia to Zugdidi and back to Qutaisi
Stop At: Mestia, Mestia, Upper Svaneti, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region
From Mestia to Zugdidi and back to Tbilisi
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Dadiani Palaces Historical and Architectural Museum, Zviad Gamsakhurdia St., 2, Zugdidi 2100 Georgia
Next we will drive to Zugdidi, where we will visit Dadiani Palace Historical Museum and Botanical garden.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kutaisi, Georgia
Departure from Zugdidi to Kutaisi.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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March 2023
We liked this private tour. The guide has shown to us really nice places and reflected our preferences.
We liked this private tour. The guide has shown to us really nice places and reflected our preferences.