Land Tour
12 days
$AUD 489 per day
Departure: Georgia
Arrival: Georgia
Adventure
Private / Tailor made
Looking for the lesser-known side of Europe? Totally off the tourist radar, join us as we trek through the fabled and mysterious mountain region of Svaneti, Georgia.
Discover wild landscapes dotted with quaint stone villages, friendly locals who welcome you into their homes to fill you up on their flavoursome traditional cooking, defensive watchtowers that punctuate the scenery and local wine crafted by the Svan's themselves.
An enchanting journey through untouched lands sharing with you the quieter, lesser-visited side of Europe, for those who love to explore outdoors.]]>
* Pricing is subject to change at anytime until full payment has been received.
* A minimum of 2 adults is required to guarantee this departure.
A non-refundable deposit of $1000 AUD per person is required to secure your place. Final payment is due no later than 60 days prior to departure. Travel insurance is mandatory for travelling with Crooked Compass. For full terms and conditions, please click here.]]>
Welcome to Georgia! Upon arrival in Tbilisi, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours at leisure.
Tbilisi at leisure
Tbilisi’s cobblestoned old town reflects a long, complicated history, with periods under Persian and Russian rule. Its diverse architecture encompasses Eastern Orthodox churches, art nouveau buildings, and Soviet Modernist structures. Looming over the city are Narikala Fortress, a reconstructed 4th-century citadel, and Kartlis Deda, the iconic “Mother of Georgia” statue.
Meals
N/A
Accommodation
2 nights at Terrace Hotel or similar
Services
Private airport transfers
Travel time and distances
Airport – Tbilisi: 18-20 km (Approx. 25-30 minutes)
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Explore Tbilisi by Foot
This morning after breakfast, you will set off on foot to explore Tbilisi, starting at the 13th-century Metekhi Church, taking in the magnificent views over old Tbilisi.
Wander the narrow streets of the old districts of the city, full of traditional-style colourful houses structured like terraces with patterned balconies, mixed with examples of modern architecture. The charm of the old town is overwhelming. Learn how Tbilisi is the only city where Georgians, Armenians, and Azerbaijanis all live peacefully alongside each other and how the city blends mosques, cathedrals, Russian churches, synagogues, and Zoroastrian temples with no religious conflict whatsver.
Continue by taking a cable car up to the 4th century Narikala Fortress for panoramic views of the town below, before walking down to the historical domed sulphur bath area. Finally, visit the Golden Fund of the National Museum of Georgia (closed on Mondays), proving that Georgia is truly the land of the Golden Fleece. Dinner this evening is at a hidden local gem, within walking distance from your hotel with your guide.
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Terrace Hotel or similar
Services
Private vehicle and English-speaking guide
Sightseeing: Metekhi Church, Narikala Fortress, Sulphur Bath Area, Golden Fund of the National Museum of Georgia
Travel time and distance
4-5 km (Approx. 20-30 minutes)
Walking Distance: 3.5 km
Walking Time: 3-4 hours
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate, city walking
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Mtskheta
This morning, drive to Mtskheta, the ancient capital and religious centre of Georgia. With a history dating back 3,000 years, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites including the 6th-century Jvari Church and the 11th-century Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, where the Robe of Christ is said to be buried.
Imereti Province
Continue the drive to Imereti Province in West Georgia, a region known for its diverse landscapes ranging from the cool springs, green fields, and beautiful gardens of East Georgia’s Kartli Province. En route, visit the mining town of Chiatura, where around 20 Soviet-era cable cars remain active today! Finally, proceed to the pretty town of Kutaisi and visit the splendid 11th-century Bagrati Cathedral.
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Argo Hotel or similar
Services
Private vehicle and English-speaking guide
Sightseeing: Jvari Church, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Chiatura, Bagrati Cathedral
Travel time and distances
Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Imereti (278km) 4hrs 30min, excluding sightseeing stops
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Okatse Canyon
This morning, explore the local farmers market where you’ll see the locals buying and selling their fresh produce. Afterwards, continue to Okatse Canyon (closed on Mondays; involves 3 hours of walking and approximately 1,000 steps).
Svaneti and Mestia
In the afternoon, prepare for one of the most exciting parts of your journey – a scenic trip to Svaneti, the region known for its towering mountains, glaciers, and enduring ancient traditions. Your final destination for the day is Mestia, the centre of Upper Svaneti.
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Kala Hotel or similar
Services
Private vehicle and English-speaking guide
Luggage transfers
Sightseeing: Farmers market, Okatse Canyon, Svaneti and Mestia
Travel time and distances
Kutaisi-Okatse-Mestia (270 km) Approx. 7 hrs
Walking Distance: Approximately 8 km
Walking Time: Approximately 3.5-4 hours
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Mulakhi village
This morning, you will drive to Mulakhi village, where your trek begins towards Adishi village.
Trek to Adishi Village
Trekking along the slopes of Mt. Tetnuldi at approximately 2,800m, you’ll witness breathtaking views of Tsaneri Glacier, Mt. Ushba (4,700m), and the Svaneti Range, featuring its highest peak, Mt. Laila (4,010m). Cross Ughviri Pass (2,480m) and then walk to the remote Adishi village (2,000m), where even in summer, its isolation makes it largely inaccessible for 4WD vehicles. With only a handful of families living in Adishi, tonight, you will be welcomed into their homes, where you’ll experience true Svanetian hospitality and enjoy traditional cuisine.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Overnight in a local guesthouse (basic shared facilities)
Services
English-speaking guide
Luggage transfer
Sightseeing: Mulakhi village, Mt. Tetnuldi, Tsaneri Glacier, Mt. Ushba, Ughviri Pass
Travel time and distances
Mestia-Mulakhi (6 km) Approx. 15 min
Walking Distance: Approximately 15 km
Walking Time: Approximately 5 hours
Difficulty: Moderate trek, altitude ↑930m ↓380m. The first half of your trek is uphill on often shale and muddy surfaces. The second half follows a gentle downhill decline with regular shade.
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Trek to Iprari via Chkhutnieri Pass
This morning, after bidding farewell to your host family, you will begin your trek to the remote village of Iprari. This full-day trek takes you along a river, through beautiful Rhododendron-lined paths, past the remains of Kalde village, and across the scenic Chkhutnieri Pass (2,720m). The trek involves a river crossing, which may be done on horseback if the water level is high.
In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the unique cultures and traditional way of life of the Iprari people.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Overnight in a local guesthouse (basic shared facilities)
Services
English-speaking guide
Luggage transfer
Sightseeing: Rhododendron-lined paths, Kalde village, Chkhutnieri Pass, Iprari village
Travel time and distances
Adishi-Iprari (25 km) Approx. 45 min
Walking Distance: Approximately 16-17 km
Walking Time: Approximately 6-7 hours (all day)
Difficulty: Moderate trek, altitude ↑760m ↓950m. Today’s trek begins with a gentle two-hour trail before a steep, challenging, and lengthy ascent. After crossing the pass, the descent is steep. Muddy and slippery conditions may occur if it has rained.
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Trek to Ushguli
Today, trek to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed village of Ushguli, which, at 2,200m, is the highest permanently inhabited village in Europe. The village is distinguished by its ancient stone watch towers, offering a spectacular view of Mt. Shkhara (5,068m), the highest mountain in Georgia.
Optional Trek
Since today’s trek is not overly long, you may wish to extend your adventure by hiking up the hill to Queen Tamar’s Tower before returning to Ushguli.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Overnight in a local guesthouse (basic shared facilities)
Services
English-speaking guide
Luggage van
Sightseeing: Ushguli village, Mt. Shkhara, Queen Tamar’s Tower
Travel time and distances
Iprari-Ushguli (12 km) Approx. 30 min
Walking Distance: Approximately 13 km
Walking Time: Approximately 4-5 hours
Difficulty: Moderate trek, altitude ↑765m ↓500m
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Shkhara Glacier
Depart from your guesthouse this morning and head towards Shkhara Glacier, at the base of Georgia’s highest mountain, Shkhara (5,068m). The glacier, at 2,500m, is the main water source of the Enguri River.
Return to Ushguli
After reaching the glacier, trek back to Ushguli through alpine meadows brimming with wildflowers. From Ushguli, a vehicle will transfer you to Mestia.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Overnight Kala Hotel or similar
Services
Private vehicle
English-speaking guide
Luggage transfer
Sightseeing: Shkhara Glacier, Enguri River
Travel time and distances
Walk from Ushguli to Shkhara Glacier and back: Approximately 19 km
Drive Ushguli to Mestia (41 km) Approx. 2 hours
Walking Distance: Approximately 19 km
Walking Time: Approximately 5-6 hours
Difficulty: Easy-Moderate trek, altitude ↑ ↓550m
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This morning after breakfast, if time permits and the museum is open, visit the local museum housed in one of the watch towers. Afterwards, leave the Svaneti region and drive to Zugdidi, where you will stop for lunch (payable locally). In the afternoon, continue the drive to Kutaisi.
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Overnight Argo Hotel or similar
Services
Private vehicle and English-speaking guide
Sightseeing: Local Museum (if time permits)
Travel time and distances
Drive Mestia-Zugdidi-Kutaisi (252 km) Approx. 6 hours
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Uplistsikhe
Today you will drive to Gori and visit the 1st millennium BC cave town of Uplistsikhe. Once passed through the great Silk Road, explore the tunnels, streets, wine cellars, and bakeries of this ancient, abandoned town. There is even a three-nave basilica church, a jail, and an amphitheatre carved into the rocky mountainside.
Stalin Museum and Tbilisi
Visit the Stalin Museum, as former Soviet leader Josef Stalin was born in Gori, before continuing your drive to Tbilisi. Along the way, stop to visit a local family where you will have the opportunity to sample unique BIO wines produced by the traditional Georgian method in Kvevri (inscribed in the UNESCO intangible heritage list). This wine is listed as one of the unique wines at the Ritz Hotel in London.
This afternoon, check into your hotel in Tbilisi, and the remainder of the day is at your leisure.
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Overnight The Terrace Hotel or similar
Services
Private vehicle and English-speaking guide
Sightseeing: Uplistsikhe cave town, Stalin Museum, BIO wine tasting with a local family
Travel time and distances
Drive Kutaisi-Gori-Uplistsikhe-Kaspi-Tbilisi (280 km) Approx. 5.5 hours
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Kakheti
Today you travel to the Kakheti region, famous for its winemaking and some of the country’s warmest hospitality. Here, you can see both the snowy Caucasus mountains and the fertile valleys. First, you will visit Bodbe Nunnery (9th – 17th centuries), where St. Nino, the woman from Cappadocia who brought Christianity to Georgia in the 4th Century, is buried.
Sighnaghi
Continue to the beautiful, small town of Sighnaghi from the 18th century, which will impress you with its fortress walls and quaint houses with tiled roofs and decorated balconies. From here, enjoy picturesque views of the Alazani Valley and the Great Caucasus mountains. For lunch, visit a local family where you will become familiar with local peasant life. Enjoy a delicious homemade meal, explore their gardens and vineyards, and experience some of the warmest hospitality in Georgia! Then it’s time to get hands-on and participate in Churchkhela making (Georgian sweets).
Return to Tbilisi
On the way back to Tbilisi, you will visit a traditional Georgian wine cellar, where you will taste wine made in the traditional way, in a Kvevri (clay vessel). This winemaking method is inscribed in the UNESCO Intangible Heritage list. Return to Tbilisi in the afternoon.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Overnight the Terrace Hotel or similar
Services
Private vehicle and English-speaking guide
Sightseeing: Bodbe Nunnery, Sighnaghi town, local family visit, Churchkhela making, traditional wine cellar
Travel time and distances
Drive Tbilisi-Kakheti-Sighnaghi-Tbilisi (220 km) Approx. 4-5 hours excluding sightseeing stops
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This morning is yours at leisure until it is time for you to be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
Meals
Breakfast
Services
Private airport transfer
Travel time and distances
Airport transfer (Tbilisi) – Approx. 30 minutes
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$125 per itinerary. Creating unique travel itineraries is our specialty. For detailed quotations providing tailored recommendations for custom designed tours, a non-refundable planning fee applies. Should you proceed with booking, this fee is credited towards your trip.
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Amendment Fees |
Changes to Domestic/Trans-Tasman bookings will incur a fee of $50 per passenger per booking in addition to Provider and credit card fees.
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For International travellers booked on flights to the USA, including Hawaii, it is now mandatory, under the Visa Waiver Program to receive an electronic authorisation known as ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation) no less than 72 hours before travel to the USA. This can be obtained from the following website: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/ .
For international travellers booked on flights to Canada, you either need a visitor visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to fly to, or transit through, a Canadian airport. An eTA can be obtained from the following website: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta/apply.html
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are aware of any health requirements for your travel destinations. Vaccinations are strongly recommended for certain destinations. You need to contact your local doctor who will advise you of these requirements. Please note that vaccinations may be recommended before your travel departure date.
Travel Advice
We recommend that you contact the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) or visit their website at www.dfat.gov.au for general travel advice, as well as specific advice (including safety alert levels) relating to the destination you wish to visit.
Ticketing
For international and domestic departure, e-tickets will be issued upon payment and completion of the booking process. All other travel documentation, such as hotel booking confirmations, will be emailed to the email address you provided as an e-document. Should the Provider issue paper vouchers, these will be posted to the address you provided.
Baggage Allowance
Baggage allowance varies from airline to airline and in many cases the airfare you have paid may not include the cost to cover checked baggage. Please check with your Travel Advisor and/or the airline providing your flights for the allowances.
Frequent Flyers & Special Requests
For more information on whether your airfare is eligible for Frequent Flyer rewards, please contact the airline directly. When booking online, please ensure that you have entered your correct number. For bookings made by telephone via our Customer Service Team, please advise of your Frequent Flyer details and these will be added to your reservation. We do not take any responsibility should an airline not register your trip. You should retain copies of your air ticket and boarding pass.
Special requests will be passed on to the Providers but cannot be guaranteed.