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South Georgia
10 Days
Rate: difficult trekking

This tour in South Georgia will definitely impress the lovers of wild nature. You will explore the semi-desert, the canyon of River Mtkvari, charming Erusheti Mountains and enjoy the fascinating views in alpine zone. We will visit medieval fortresses and monasteries, meet with local dwellers whose lifestyle has almost not changed for several centuries.

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Walking distance: average 10 km per day

Day 1: Tbilisi full day
Full day city tour:
Visit Old and new districts, Old Synagogue, Museum of Archaeology, Narikala Fortress (4th century); Sulfur bathes; Metekhi church (13th century); Anchiskhati basilica (6th century); Rustaveli Avenue, Funicular, Art Museum, Ethnographical museum
After Tbilisi city tour drive to ancient capital of Georgia - Mtskheta and visit Jvari monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral.
Return to Tbilisi
Dinner and overnight in Tbilisi

Day 2: Tbilisi - Vardzia
After breakfast, drive straight to South Georgia, on the way Pass Borjomi - Spa resort.
Visit Khertvisi fortress, built in 10th c. and tiny Lake Tsunda with lot of fish, and little church from 12th c near the lake.
A famous town existed here in the 4th c. B.C. The citadel served as an administrative and religious center in the 5th c. A.D. Soon we will arrive in cave-town Vardzia.
Overnight in camps near Vardzia

Day 3: Upper Vardzia - Greater Vardzia
In the morning, explore cave city Vardzia from 12th c. which later became well defended monastery complex. We will walk to visit upper Vardzia and greater Vardzia.
Overnight in camps near Vardzia

Day 4: Vanis kvabebi - Chachkari, camp
From Vardzia hike to Vanis Kvabebi - cave monastery from Middle Ages, where monks lived in seclusion. We will pass ruins in the fortified town of Tmogvi, built in the 10th-11th cc, which later served as an administrative center for the Georgian provincial governor. Below the fortress on the cliff wall are caves where monks lived. Lower down on both banks of the river are two bridges and several palaces. This is the site of Tmogvi, which was destroyed by earthquakes in 1089 and 1283.
In the evening, we will walk to the village Chachkari near Vardzia.
Overnight in Chachkari in camps

Day 5: Chachkari - Niala Valley
In the morning, explore medieval village Chachkari. Later walk to visit 6th century church.
We will move to Alpine Zone of Smaller Caucasus Range.
Overnight on Niala valley in camps

Day 6: Niala Valley - Erusheti Mountains
Walk towards Erusheti Mountains, which rise on the border of Georgia and Turkey. We will have a wonderful opportunity to observe magnificent views of Peak Gumbati (2736 m.)
Overnight in Erusheti Mountains in camps

Day 7: Erusheti Mountains
Hike in alpine zone and arrive in summer farm building, where the shepherds keep their sheep.
Overnight in camps in mountains

Day 8: Erusheti Mountains - Agara
Start trekking in the morning. Pass basilicas from 6th-7th cc. and arrive in Agara Monastery (19th c) area.
Overnight in Agara in camps

Day 9: Agara - Akhaltsikhe
Walk towards Sapara Monastery complex from 13th-14th cc. On our way we will pass village Andriatsminda and the Church of to St. Apostle Andria, who preached Christianity in the 1st c. A.D. in Georgia.
Overnight in regional centre Akhaltsikhe in camps

Day 10: Akhaltsikhe - Tbilisi
Drive to Tbilisi.
Transfer to TBS airport.
Departure

Price

10 Days

EUR 320

Note
prices are given per person.
Prices do not include transportation expanses and overnights in Tbilisi

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