JEEP TOUR IN SVANETI 3 DAYS

Region: Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, Svaneti
Duration: 3 days
Number of tourists: Unlimited
Driving distance: 1100 km
Walking distance: 12 km
Available: Whole year around
Starting point: Hotel or Freedom square
Day 1: Tbilisi- Enguri Dam -Mestia
Tour starts from your hotel early in the morning. Drive to Svaneti. After 6 hours driving, we stop at Enguri dam which is one of the highest arch dam in the world(a height of 271.5 meters). Then we drive to the region of Upper Svaneti which is an outstanding example of an exceptional mountain landscape composed of highly preserved villages with unique defensive tower houses, examples of ecclesiastical architecture and arts of medieval origin. Visit the museum of History and ethnography and Svanetian Architectural Museum in Mestia and explore small downtown by walking into the narrow streets, visiting small cafes and local souvenirs shops.
Overnight in Mestia. (D/B)
Day 2: Mestia-Ushguli-Mestia
After a breakfast, we will depart to the Ushguli which is located at the foot of mount Shkara and at the confluence of the rivers Enguri and Kvishiri. The highest permanent settlement in Europe (2200 m) with the outstanding mixture of mountainous landscape and the medieval-type towers and churches will astonish visitors. Here you will visit the Ushguli Ethnographic museum located in the 12th century old Svanetian tower-house. We also visit a medieval Lamaria church ( of the assumption of the Mother of God). Afterwards, you can take an optional hike to Shkhara glacier. The way is long (8 km one way) but easy. We just follow upstream of the river Enguri towards Shkhara peak.
Overnight in Mestia (D/B)
Day 3: Mestia- Chalaadi Glacier -Tbilisi
After a breakfast and morning beverages we travel to the Chalaadi glacier. We will follow upstream of Mestiachala river and after 1,5 km, we reach our finish, a place where the river is born. Afterwards, we travel to Tbilisi.
Price-list for Jeep tour in Svaneti 3 days
PRICE INCLUDES: Transportation with English or Russian speaking guide; Guesthouse in Mestia with 2 meals per day; Museum entrance tickets
PRICE DOESN’T INCLUDE: Price for souvenirs; Price for horse riding upon your request
DEPOSIT: We will need some deposit to be able to book your tour. The price is 10 % and money can be sent through PayPal. The deposit is fully refundable, if you cancel your booking, more than 30 days before, but if you cancel later, the deposit is not refunded.