Fully booked. Svaneti Lamproba Festival, Snow and Skiing 4 days adventure – 12-15 February 2026
Join us on our Svaneti Winter Tour. We will see traditional Lamproba festival, We will ski, ride cable cars, admire stunning snow-capped mountains, visit local museums, watch local movies and eat plenty of delicious food! The tour is perfect for busy people who want to see as much as they can in a short time.
Dates: 12-15 February 2026
Duration: 4 days/3 night
Driving distance: 800 km
Trip difficulty: The tour is not physically challenging but includes LONG drives.
Group size: Min. 5 participants
Accommodation: shared twin/double rooms in a local guesthouse. single is available upon request.
Pick-up: 08:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Sun, around 22:00 (The arrival time will depend on the traffic)
Price: 990 GEL
Itinerary:
Day 1
Tbilisi – Zugdidi – Enguri Dam – Mestia – Local Movie show
Early in the morning, we will leave Tbilisi and head to Svaneti. We will cross Rikoti Pass and head to Zugdidi, where we will have a lunch break. Next, the group will continue to Mestia, stopping on the way to admire the winter panorama from the magnificent Enguri Dam. Once we reach the town, we will check into our guesthouse and head for an evening stroll and dinner in a cozy restaurant. We also visit Dede Cafe and Cinema for an evening screening of the famous Svaneti-focused “Dede” movie. It’s a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience shows locals life and traditions. Overnight in Mestia.
Day 2
Mestia – Tetnuldi ski resort – Sauna and hot tub
After breakfast we will drive to Tetnuldi (1 hr drive) for skiing. we will spend whole day skiing, admiring views of caucasus peaks and in the evening we will come back to mestia. after dinner we will head to Sauna and open air hot tubs which is in the middle of the forest. Overnight in Mestia.
Day 3
Mestia – Museums – Cable cars – Skiing – Lamproba festival
After breakfast, you can choose what you prefer to do today. Visiting museums, taking cable car to Zuruldi and sit at highest elevation bar, skiing whole day.
Don’t worry if you don’t have any equipment. We will help you with a rental service and arranging a ski pass.
If you don’t ski, you can still head to Hatsvali to get a cocktail or two in a mountain-peak bar with some of the best views in Svaneti. Or you can stay in Mestia to enjoy the local museums and winter landscapes. we will visit cozy restaurant for dinner and later around 7 pm we will visit cemetery to see traditional festival Lamproba. Overnight in Mestia.
Day 4
Mestia – Tbilisi
In the morning we will start driving back to Tbilisi, stopping on the way to streach legs and do a bit more of sightseeing. Return to Tbilisi in the evening.
Inclusions:
- Transfers also including 4wd transfers to Tetnuldi
- English-speaking guide
- Accommodation with breakfast in shared twin/double rooms in a guesthouse
- Museum tickets
- Enguri Dam tickets
- Svan Movie tickets
Exclusions:
- Lunch and dinners
- Ski pass and ski equipment rental
- Sauna costs
Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy
HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR
MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet 08:00 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 is essential to follow the weather forecast closely. The weather forecast is here. Please check it the night before the tour to be well prepared. Keep in mind that the weather may change during the tour.
WHAT TO WEAR
Please wear clothes appropriate for a ski tour. It will be very cold with lots of snow. You must have proper skiing outfit including trousers, a jacket, gloves, and shoes. Skiing equipment you will be able to rent in Mestia. If you want to visit Sauna you can bring your swimwear with you.
FOOD & DRINKS
There will be lots of opportunities to get something to eat on this tour. Pack only light snacks and a bottle of water. If you run out of something, we will stop at the supermarket.
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.
