Rkoni & Ikvi Monastery Winter Day Hike – 7 Feb
Join us on a beautiful Winter Rkoni Monastery Day Hike. Our trail will lead us through Tedzami River Valley – a scenic gorge hiding medieval ruins and spoiling visitors with scenic views.
Date: 7 Feb
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 160 km
Trip difficulty: Easy to moderate.
Group size: Min. 5 participants
Pick-up: 09:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 19:00 (The arrival time will depend on the group’s hiking speed and traffic)
Price: 130 GEL
Trail parameters:
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Distance: 11 km (A to B)
Min. elevation: 965 m.a.s.l.
Max. elevation: 1180 m.a.s.l.
Elevation gain: 215 m
Duration: 5-6 hours
Trail description: It is an easy, one-way trail with a couple of uphill sections and small river stream. Large part of it is done in a forest. We recommend wearing hiking boots and bringing walking poles.
NOTE: if Ikvi trail has too much snow we will switch to standard itinerary which means hiking from Rkoni village to Rkoni monastery, Bridge and back.
Itinerary:
We will leave Tbilisi in the morning, and head to Tedzami River Valley. We will start our hike at the Church of the Mother of God in Chachubeti Village. First, we will reach Ikvi Church, a cross-in-square temple dated to the 11th century. The trail to the church follows an old earth road surrounded by trees, forested mountains, and gentle meadows. From Ikvi church, we will head to the medieval Rkoni Monastery. The main temple of the monastery dates to the VII century. Our last stop will be the picturesque Tamar’s Bridge, one of the best-preserved stone bridges in Georgia. From Tamar’s Bridge, we will hike back to Rkoni village, where we will meet our vehicle. Return to Tbilisi. The end of the tour.
Inclusions:
- 4 wd Transfers
- Sightseeing/hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide
Exclusions:
- Personal travel insurance
- Meals
Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy
HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR
MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet 9:00 at Samaia Garden. Please be on time. In case of any delays, please inform your guide. Otherwise, the group will depart without you.
WEATHER
Georgian weather changes often and fast. For this reason, it’s essential to follow the weather forecast closely. Here is the weather forecast. Please check it the night before the tour to be well prepared.
WHAT TO WEAR
Please wear clothes appropriate to the weather. Hiking boots are a must. We also recommend walking poles and raincoats in case it rains.
Winter has snow, bring gloves, scarf, a hat and sunglasses too.
FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5-2 liters should be enough for the day. Please make sure to bring snacks – sandwiches, dried fruit, sweets. They will help you maintain your energy during the hike.
OTHER ESSENTIAL ITEMS
If you are prone to motion sickness, please have medicine with you. Bring a day pack to carry important items with you.
GUIDE
We will send you guide’s contact details a few days before the tour. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam.
