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Tusheti 3 days Adventure – 7-9 August 2026

Tusheti 3 days Adventure – 7-9 August 2026

Join us on a tour to Tusheti – a remote paradise of untouched nature with breathtaking views that you will never forget! It’s the best place for hiking, beautiful villages, and Tushetian food!

 

DOCUMENTS: PASSPORTS REQUIRED FOR FORTRESS VISITING.

Dates: 7-9 August 2026
Duration: 3 days/2 nights
Driving distance: 450 km
Trip difficulty: Easy BUT the trip includes two VERY long off-road drives on a steep, narrow mountain road.
Group size: Min. 5 participants
Accommodation: shared twin/double rooms in a local guesthouse
Pick-up: Fri, 07:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Sun, around 21:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi (The arrival time will depend on the traffic)
Price: 780 GEL

 

Hiking included: YES
Hike to Diklo fortress – 8 km (round-way), an altitude gain of 368 m.
Hike from Dartlo to Kvavlo – 3 km (round-way), altitude gain of 320 m.
Shorter walks around Omalo and other villages.

 

Itinerary:

Day 1
Tbilisi – Gombori Pass – Lechuri – Abano Pass – Shenako – Diklo – Omalo

We will depart Tbilisi very early in the morning. Our drive will take us over Gombori Pass to the foothills of the Great Caucasus. Once we reach the village of Lechuri, we will turn off the asphalt road and follow an unpaved mountain route towards Abano Pass – the highest driveable mountain pass in the Caucasus (2,826 m.a.s.l.). Prepare for an EXTREMELY scenic yet DIFFICULT ride. It will take us a minimum of 3 hours to climb to the top of the pass and another 2 or 3 hours to reach our guesthouse. Upon arrival in Tusheti, we will head to our guesthouse in Omalo before exploring the area. e will visit the picturesque St. George Church in Shenako village and hike to the ruins of the Diklo Fortress. 

 

Day 2
Dartlo – Kvavlo tower – Bochorda – Panorama

Today, We will explore fortified village of Dartlo, hike to the remote Kvavlo, and explore nearby settlements. You will have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the local cuisine. You can go on a horse ride (optional) in the afternoon too. Goat Panorama – a scenic viewpoint from which lucky visitors might be able to spot wild mountain goats. Next, we will head to Bochorna – the highest settlement in Europe (2,345 m.a.s.l.).

 

Day 3
Omalo – Abano Pass – Lechuri – Tbilisi

Our last day in Tusheti will we will head back toward Tbilisi. Short breaks at scenic spots will help us to ease the ride. We will also stop to eat late lunch in a local restaurant. Return to Tbilisi late in the evening. The end of the tour.

 

Inclusions:

  1. ALL Transfers (4WD)
  2. Sightseeing/hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide with excellent knowledge of Tusheti
  3. Accommodation in shared twin/double rooms in a local guesthouse (2 nights),
  4. Breakfast on Day 2 and Day 3
  5. Dinner on Day 1 and Day 2
  6. Entrance fees as per itinerary

 

Exclusions:

  1. Personal travel insurance
  2. Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  3. Single room (under request)
  4. Gratitudes

 

Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy

 

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR

MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet 07:00 at Samaia Garden. Please be on time. In case of any delays, please inform your guide. Otherwise, the group will depart without you.

DOCUMENTS
Please bring your valid PASSPORTS to access some areas. Please bring them with you to show them to the border guards.

WEATHER
Georgian weather changes often. For this reason, it’s essential to follow the weather forecast closely. Here is the forecast link.  Please check it the night before the tour to be well prepared.

WHAT TO WEAR
Please wear clothes appropriate to the weather. Bring layers. The days are warm in Tusheti, but the evenings get chilly. Additionally, you will cross Abano Pass at an altitude of 2826 m a.s.l. It gets cold up there. You will need touring shoes (or trail shoes/trekking shoes) may come in handy. Bring sun cream, hats, and sunglasses to protect from the sun. Wear comfortable walking/ sports shoes for the hikes. Just in case, you may also pack a raincoat.

ROAD TO TUSHETI
It’s long, bumpy, and requires many hours in the car. It may even get scary if it runs along a deep canyon. If you are prone to motion sickness, bring the meds and take them 1h before the ride. We will be taking plenty of stops to take photos and to rest. If you need to stop, let your guide know. We’ll stop as soon as they find a good place for that.

FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure to have enough drinking water. 1.5-2 liters should be enough for Day 1. Also, make sure to bring snacks – sandwiches, dried fruit, and sweets for the road. They will help you maintain your energy levels. Amazing homemade Georgian cuisine is included in the price of the tour. We will eat them in your guesthouse. The price doesn’t cover lunches, but you may order them locally. There are no supermarkets in Tusheti. We will be eating homemade Georgian cuisine. Please let us know if you have food limitations well in advance. We will let you know to what degree we can accommodate you. The food choice is limited. If you are vegetarian, you cannot go without, please bring it with you.

BRING CASH
There are NO ATMs in Tusheti, and people accept only cash. Local costs up to 25- 65 GEL per person. You may also want to spend on local souvenirs (20-50 gel) or an optional horse ride.

OTHER
Do not expect to have mobile coverage everywhere. Due to motion sickness, please avoid using your phone. Bring a day pack to carry important items with you. Be prepared that people are conserving electric energy, which they mostly get from solar panels. You may experience issues with heaters, phones, and hot water, as well as washing machines, and other similar devices at home.

GUIDE 
We will send you guide’s contact details a few days before the tour. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam.

Tavkavta Canyon Day Hike – 13 June 2026

Tavkavta Canyon Day Hike – 13 June 2026

Let’s visit one of our favorite hiking destinations – the stunning Tavkavta Canyon! There, in the deep, old forest, we will look for crystal-clear rivers, flowery meadows, and the ruins of an old, forgotten church. The views are unforgettable.

Important! This hike includes several river crossings. You will get wet!

Date: 13 June 2026
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 130 km
Trip difficulty: Moderate to challenging, depending on your fitness level
Pick-up: 09:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 18:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi (The arrival time will depend on the group’s speed and traffic)
Price: 130 GEL

 

Trail parameters:

Difficulty: Moderate to challenging, depending on your fitness level
Distance: 12 km (A to B)
Min. elevation: 1110 m a.s.l
Max. elevation: 1737 m a.s.l
Total descent: 600 m (this trail includes a long downhill section)
Approximate duration: 5-6 h

Trail description: The trail starts with an even flat section leading through a forest and green meadows. After the first few kilometers, the trail gently climbs toward the ruins of a medieval monastery. It then descends along a mountain path to the Kavtura River. The last section of the hike includes crossing the river several times. You will get wet! We recommend wearing hiking boots and bringing walking poles.

 

Itinerary:

We will leave Tbilisi in the morning and head to the Didgori Battle Memorial, dedicated to one of the most important and famous battles in the history of Georgia.

From Didgori, we will drive off-road to Sakurtkhisi village and start our hike. Our trail begins at the elevation of 1737m a.s.l and is mostly downhill. It requires good hiking shoes/boots and trekking poles to minimize the impact on the body and decrease the probability of falls and mishaps. The hike starts on an open field with a fantastic view of the mountains. It then continues to a small monastic complex containing ruins of an old medieval monastery and eventually descends into a gorge covered with an impressive, ancient forest.

Very few hikers visit Tavkavta, so the trail is untouched and covered with foliage. It follows a swift, crystal clear river, which we will cross twice (bring sandals!). Once you cross the river, we will reach a scenic picnic spot next to a small waterfall pool where you can swim. Later, we will take a short walk (15 min) to meet our vehicle. Return to Tbilisi. The end of the tour.

 

Inclusions:

  1. Transfers,
  2. Sightseeing/ hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide.

 

Exclusions:

  1. Personal travel insurance,
  2. Meals,
  3. Gratitudes.

 

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. Since we will be crossing a river, bring sandals or flip-flops. You can also bring a spare pair of trousers to change into if your clothes get wet.

FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5–2 liters should be enough for the day. Please bring something to eat during the hike – sandwiches, dried fruit, and nuts. There are no dining places around Tavkavta, so make sure to bring enough food for picnic lunch.

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.

Abudelauri Lakes (Roshka) Day Hike – 28 June 2026

Abudelauri Lakes (Roshka) Day Hike – 28 June 2026

Join us on a day hike to the colorful Abudelauri Lakes near Roshka village. Our trail will take us through a peaceful mountain valley up to the southern slopes of Mount Chaukhi, where three stunning tarns spoil hikers with breathtaking colors.

Date: 28 June 2026
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 210 km
Trip difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Group size: Min. 5 participants
Pick-up: 08:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 21:00 (The arrival time will depend on the traffic)
Price: 140 GEL

 

Trail parameters:

  • Difficulty: Easy (Moderate for inexperienced hikers or hikers not used to high-altitude trails)

  • Distance: 10 km – A to A LOOP
  • Min. elevation: 1984 m.a.s.l.
  • Max. elevation: 2834 m.a.s.l.
  • Total ascent: 514 m
  • Approximate hiking time: 6 hrs. (4 hrs moving time, 2 hrs stopped time)
  • Trail description:
    THIS IS THE NEW TRAIL. The trail starts at the end of Roshka and leads through a picturesque valley to the foothills of Mount Chaukhi. Trail has 4 sections:
    From end of Roshka village to White lake, from White lake to Blue lake, from Blue lake to Green lake, from Green lake to end of Roshka village.

 

Itinerary:

We will leave Tbilisi early in the morning and drive to the tiny, remote village of Roshka. In Roshka, we will leave our vehicles and start our hike.

The walk will take us through a beautiful, spacious valley. We will cross a small stream and gradually start hiking towards Mount Chaukhi, rising at the valley’s northern end. At the path’s end lies White Lake fed by the water sipping from Chaukhi Glacier.
Once we reach White Lake, we rest, enjoy the views, and eat our picnic lunch. After we will hike a steep downhill towards the Blue lake. We will again stop at blue lake to take photos and have water/snack stop.

Our third stop will be the tiny Green Lake, named after the color of its waters. From Green lake we will continue to the old trail and at some point we will turn towards our cars. The hike becomes a loop.

We will head back to our vehicles. Time/energy permitting we can stop at restaurant on the way. Return to Tbilisi. The end of the tour.

 

Inclusions:

  1. 4WD Transfers
  2. Sightseeing/hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide

 

Exclusions:

  1. Personal travel insurance
  2. Food
  3. Gratitudes

 

Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy

 

 

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR

MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet at 8:00 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. Make sure to wear proper hiking boots and bring walking poles if you have. have jacket. you can have spare shoes and leave them in the car.

FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5-2 liters should be enough for the day. Make sure to bring snacks – sandwiches, dried fruit, and sweets. They will help you maintain your energy level throughout the hike.

OTHER ESSENTIAL ITEMS
If you are prone to motion sickness, please have medicine with you. Make sure to have sunglasses and suncream 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.

Abudelauri Lakes (Roshka) Day Hike – 25 July 2026

Abudelauri Lakes (Roshka) Day Hike – 25 July 2026

Join us on a day hike to the colorful Abudelauri Lakes near Roshka village. Our trail will take us through a peaceful mountain valley up to the southern slopes of Mount Chaukhi, where three stunning tarns spoil hikers with breathtaking colors.

Date: 25 July 2026
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 210 km
Trip difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Group size: Min. 5 participants
Pick-up: 08:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 20:00 (The arrival time will depend on the traffic)
Price: 140 GEL

 

Trail parameters:

  • Difficulty: Easy (Moderate for inexperienced hikers or hikers not used to high-altitude trails)

  • Distance: 10 km – A to A LOOP
  • Min. elevation: 1984 m.a.s.l.
  • Max. elevation: 2834 m.a.s.l.
  • Total ascent: 514 m
  • Approximate hiking time: 6 hrs. (4 hrs moving time, 2 hrs stopped time)
  • Trail description:
    THIS IS THE NEW TRAIL. The trail starts at the end of Roshka and leads through a picturesque valley to the foothills of Mount Chaukhi. Trail has 4 sections:
    From end of Roshka village to White lake, from White lake to Blue lake, from Blue lake to Green lake, from Green lake to end of Roshka village.

 

Itinerary:

We will leave Tbilisi early in the morning and drive to the tiny, remote village of Roshka. In Roshka, we will leave our vehicles and start our hike.

The walk will take us through a beautiful, spacious valley. We will cross a small stream and gradually start hiking towards Mount Chaukhi, rising at the valley’s northern end. At the path’s end lies White Lake fed by the water sipping from Chaukhi Glacier.
Once we reach White Lake, we rest, enjoy the views, and eat our picnic lunch. After we will hike a steep downhill towards the Blue lake. We will again stop at blue lake to take photos and have water/snack stop.

Our third stop will be the tiny Green Lake, named after the color of its waters. From Green lake we will continue to the old trail and at some point we will turn towards our cars. The hike becomes a loop.

We will head back to our vehicles. Time/energy permitting we can stop at restaurant on the way. Return to Tbilisi. The end of the tour.

 

Inclusions:

  1. 4WD Transfers
  2. Sightseeing/hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide

 

Exclusions:

  1. Personal travel insurance
  2. Food
  3. Gratitudes

 

Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy

 

 

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR

MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet 8:00 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. Make sure to wear proper hiking boots and bring walking poles if you have. have jacket. you can have spare shoes and leave them in the car.

FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5-2 liters should be enough for the day. Make sure to bring snacks – sandwiches, dried fruit, and sweets. They will help you maintain your energy level throughout the hike.

OTHER ESSENTIAL ITEMS
If you are prone to motion sickness, please have medicine with you. Make sure to have sunglasses and suncream 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.

Dashbashi Canyon and Asureti Village Day Tour – 14 June 2026

Dashbashi Canyon and Asureti Village Day Tour – 14 June 2026

This itinerary combines two fantastic sites – the amazing Dashbashi Canyon with a 240-meter-long glass bridge and the historical Asureti village built by 19th-century German settlers.

 

Date:  14 June 2026
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 250 km
Trip difficulty: Easy
Group size: Min 5
Pick-up: 09:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 20:00 (The arrival time will depend on the group’s speed and traffic)
Price: 95 GEL

 

Itinerary:

We will start the day with a morning drive to Tsalka (Dashbashi) Canyon. Once we reach the canyon, we will take a walk on a 240-meters-long glass bridge stretching over it. Next, we will take a short hike down the canyon to see the beautiful Dashbashi Waterfall. The walk is short, only around 3 km round way. Later on, we will also explore the area of St. George Church, a medieval temple overlooking the canyon. From Dashbashi, we will head to Asureti, a cozy village once known as Elisabethtal. German settlers built the town at the beginning of the 19th century. The place still partially maintains its original architecture. We will stroll the cobbled streets, visit a local cemetery, and dine in the Bahnhof Station restaurant.

 

Inclusions:

  1. Transfers
  2. Sightseeing itinerary with an English-speaking guide

 

Exclusions:

  1. Personal travel insurance
  2. Meal
  3. Entrance fees (70 gel)

 

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. Wear comfortable sports shoes. We will be walking a lot.

FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5 – 2 liter should be enough for the day. Please make sure to bring snacks to stay full before the meal time.
Additionally, we will also stop in the supermarket in the morning to make sure you have everything you need.

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. sun protection.

GUIDE 
We will send you guide’s contact details a few days before the tour. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam.

Rtveli – Grape Harvest Day Tour – 19 Sep 2026

Rtveli – Grape Harvest Day Tour – 19 Sep 2026

Have you ever heard about Rtveli? It’s a traditional vintage and rural harvest holiday in Georgia accompanied by feasts and celebrations. It usually takes place from mid-September to mid-October. Join us on tour to help local winemakers pick up the grapes and to have some fun (with wine, of course)!

 

Date: 19 September 2026
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: Around 200-250 km
Trip difficulty: Easy
Pick-up: 10:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 19:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi (The arrival time will depend on the group’s speed and traffic)
Price: 220 GEL

 

Itinerary:

We will leave Tbilisi in the morning and head to a cozy family winery in Kakheti. Upon arrival, we will meet our host. We will then head to the vineyards to start collecting grapes. The work is hard – grapes must be collected, and the juice must be squeezed out. In the past, winemakers and their families used to do that by stomping on the grapes with bare feet. Nowadays, machines are helping with processing the grapes. Once we are done with our work a time will come for the celebration with a a lovely homemade dinner made of traditional local dishes. Masterclass of Making Georgian food. Return to Tbilisi in the evening. The end of the tour.

 

Inclusions:

  1. Transfers
  2. English-speaking guide
  3. Participation in Rtveli
  4. Homemade meal
  5. Wine tasting and snacks
  6. Masterclasses of making Georgian food

 

Exclusions:

  1. Personal travel insurance
  2. Gratitudes

 

Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy

 

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR

MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet 10:00 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. Wear comfortable shoes and outfit. You might get dirty in vineyard, bring something to exchange.

FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5-2 liters should be enough for the day. or bring bottle and you can fill it later.

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. have sun protection.

GUIDE 
We will send you guide’s contact details a few days before the tour. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam.

Aragats 4090 highest peak of Armenia – 14-16 August 2026

Aragats 4090 highest peak of Armenia – 14-16 August 2026

Join us on a trekking adventure on Mount Aragats – the highest peak in Armenia. Depending on your fitness level, you will hike either the southern (easier) summit or the challenging northern one. The tour is for intermediate and advanced hikers.

 

This tour requires PASSPORTS. Some of you may also need a VISA for this trip. Before booking please check the requirements of your nationality.

Dates: 14-16 August 2026
Duration: 3 days/2 Night
Driving distance: 640 km
Trip difficulty: flexible; we will be aiming to reach two peaks of Mount Aragats. The southern peak hike is easy to moderate level for a regular, fit hiker. The northern peak is difficult and recommended for advanced hikers ONLY. You can choose which peak you will be aiming for (we will hike in 2 groups). Or you can entirely opt out of the climb, stay in the basecamp and enjoy the day.
Group size: Min. 5 participants
Accommodation: Day 1. Shared dormitory rooms in a shelter,
Day 2. Twin/double rooms in a guesthouse.

Pick-up: Fri, 08:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Sun, around 21:00 (Arrival time depends on the group’s hiking speed and traffic)
Price: 750 GEL

 

Trail parameters:

Difficulty: Moderate to hard, depending on which peak you will choose
Southern Peak – 9 km / 5-6 hrs / moderate level / min. elevation 3184 m.a.s.l. / max. elevation 3874 m.a.s.l.
Northern Peak – 16 km / 9-10 hrs / hard even for experienced hikers/ min. elevation 3184 m.a.s.l. / max. elevation 4090 m.a.s.l.

Equipment needed: a sleeping bag, A pad, hiking boots, and walking poles. If you lack any equipment, text us for rental or go to campshare.ge

 

Itinerary:

Day 1
Tbilisi – Sadakhlo Boder Crossing – Armenian Alphabet Monument–Kari Lake Aragats Mountain Base Camp
We will leave Tbilisi early in the morning and head to Armenia. After crossing the border, we will drive towards Mount Aragats and Lake Kari, which we will reach in the afternoon. We will spend the rest of the day acclimatizing to the altitude and getting ready for the next day’s hike. We will stay overnight in a shelter located at 3200 m.a.s.l. It’s a guesthouse-type dormitory space that also offers breakfast and dinner options. (food not included in the price.) Some of us might be sleeping on the floor. A sleeping bag is required. This is the only shelter there and we have no other options. if its full, we need to have our pads and sleep on carpet. Shelter is warm inside, have hot water and beds and blankets too. (not so clean) 

Day 2
Aragats Mountain peak hike
We can make our own breakfast, Be ready at 7:00 and we will prepare our day packs and head in two groups towards the southern and northern peaks. Fit, advanced hikers can climb the northern peak of Aragats.  North peak has another peak with has a cross standing on it. we DO NOT climb that peak since its extremely dangerous. Those who prefer fewer challenges can hike to the south summit. Once we finish hiking, we will return to Lake Kari and drive to a local guesthouse, where we will stay overnight.  Village has nice restaurant and we can order dinner there.

Day 3
Sanahin Monastery complex – Haghpat Monastery Complex – Tbilisi
After a relaxed breakfast, we will slowly start heading back to Tbilisi. on the way we will stop at food courts for lunch. Time and energy permitting, we may stop to admire some of Armenia’s natural and architectural highlights: UNESCO-listed Sanahin and Haghpat Monasteries. We will reach the Armenian-Georgian border in the afternoon. Crossing the border. Return to Tbilisi. The end of the tour.

 

Inclusions:

  1. Transfers
  2. Sightseeing/hiking itinerary guided by an English-speaking guide
  3. Overnight in shelter at the Kari Lake, (no meals)
  4. Accommodation in a guesthouse based on shared twin/double rooms with breakfast.

 

Exclusions:

  1. Personal travel insurance
  2. Lunch and dinner
  3. Gratuities

 

Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy

 

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR

MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet  8:00 at Samaia Garden. Please be on time. In case of any delays, please inform your guide. Otherwise, the group will depart without you.

PASSPORTS & VISAS
Don’t forget to bring your passports. Otherwise, you won’t be able to cross the border. The passport must be valid.
Some nationalities require a visa to enter Armenia. You can check visa requirements here if you need one.
It is your responsibility to obtain all necessary documents.

WEATHER
Mountain weather changes often and fast. For this reason, it’s 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.

CURRENCY
You can exchange your money for local currency at an exchange point right after crossing the border. Bring cash (USD or EURO or gel). ATM access is limited in Armenia and in many places you cannot pay with a credit card.

SIM CARDS
To ensure you have an Internet and phone connection, we recommend buying Armenian sim cards. Ucom sim has the best connection in the mountains. Roaming works in Armenia but it can be pricey.

ACCOMMODATION
On Day 1, we will stay at a mountain shelter on the right bank of Kari Lake. The shelter has a couple of simple dorms with several beds. The number of beds may not be sufficient for us, which means we might need to sleep on the sleeping pads on the floor. There are basic toilets and showers in the rooms. You can also order food here, although it’s rather average.
On Day 2, we will stay in a clean, cozy guesthouse at the foothills of Aragats.

WHAT TO WEAR
Please wear clothes appropriate to the weather. Hiking boots and walking poles are a must. Bring one set of warm clothes and one light summer outfit. Good raincoats, rain covers for backpacks, and another pair of shoes or sandals to wear in the evenings are a must.
Make sure to have a small backpack to carry essentials during the hike.

FOOD & DRINKS
We will stop at a local market to buy food supplies for the hike. We will also get some snacks for the long drive. The shelter offers food, but it’s not the best quality. It’s good to have extra supplies with us. We will also need some high-energy snacks for the hike. We will prepare our lunch before we go.
You must carry 1.5–3 liters of water for the hike. We can get water in the shelter. It must be full by the time we will be back. There are no water sources on the way to the peaks.
On Day 2, we will eat dinner at a guesthouse or restaurant.
On Day 3, we will have breakfast in the guesthouse, and we will eat lunch in a road café on the way to Tbilisi.

EQUIPMENT AND OTHER ESSENTIAL ITEMS
If you are prone to motion sickness, please have medicine with you. As for the equipment, you will need hiking poles, a sleeping bag, a headtorch (?), a raincoat, forks/knives/spoons/cups, sunscreen that protects you from the sun.
We also strongly recommend bringing a personal first aid kit, hygiene items, and water bottles.
If you lack any of those items, we recommend using or renting it.

GUIDE 
We will send you guide’s contact details a few days before the tour. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam.

Khevsureti Overnight Tour (Shatili and Mutso) – 27-28 June 2026

Khevsureti Overnight Tour (Shatili and Mutso) – 27-28 June 2026

Join us on an off-road adventure to the historical region of Khevsureti. Let’s cross the sky-reaching Datvisjvari Pass, medieval fortified villages, powerful mountain streams, and hidden valleys. The land of myths, folk tales, and centuries-long history awaits us!

 

Dates: 27-28 June 2026
Duration: 2 days / 1 night
Driving distance: 300 km
Trip difficulty: Easy BUT the trip includes two long off-road drives on a steep, narrow mountain road.
Group size: Min. 5 participants
Accommodation: shared twin/double rooms in a local guesthouse
Hiking included: YES
Reaching Mutso Fortress requires a 20-30 minute-long uphill walk on a steep mountain path.

Pick-up: Sat, 08:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Sun, around 21:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi (The arrival time will depend on the traffic)
Price: 450 GEL

 

Itinerary:

Day 1
Tbilisi – Datvisjvari Pass – Shatili – Anatori Burial Vaults

We will depart Tbilisi in the morning and head north to Khevsureti. Around noon our vehicle will reach Datvisjvari Pass – a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2689 m.a.s.l. The views from the top are among the most scenic in Georgia. From Datvisjvari Pass, we will descend towards Shatili, a historic highland village nested in the deep Arghuni Gorge. The settlement is a unique complex of fortified dwellings that served as a residential area and a fortress guarding the northeastern outskirts of the country. Later, we will continue to Anatori Burial Vaults – a fascinating memorial of Khevsuretian culture and beliefs. Overnight in a guesthouse.

Day 2
Mutso – Datvisjvari Pass – Tbilisi

We will start our day by exploring the historic village of Ardoti. Next, we will head to Mutso, another spectacular fortified settlement offering incredible history and views. We will hike up the hill for about 20–30 min (elevation gain of 115m) to get to the fortress. The hike is steep and challenging if you are out of shape, but the views are worth it. Once we finish sightseeing Mutso, we will start a picturesque drive back to Tbilisi. On the way, if we have enough time and energy, we can book a rafting tour on the Aragvi river (optional). Return to Tbilisi in the evening. The end of Khevsureti overnight tour.

 

Inclusions:

  1. Transfers (4WD)
  2. Sightseeing/hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide
  3. Accommodation in shared twin/double rooms in a local guesthouse (1 night)
  4. Breakfast on Day 2
  5. Dinner on Day 1
  6. Entrance fees as per itinerary

 

Exclusions:

  1. Personal travel insurance
  2. Lunch on Day 1 and Day 2
  3. Gratuities
  4. Activities mentioned in the itinerary as optional

 

Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy

 

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR

MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet 8:00 at Samaia Garden. Please be on time. In case of any delays, please inform your guide. Otherwise, the group will depart without you.

GUESTHOUSE: PLEASE NOT THE AREA IS NOT DEVELOPED YET. Guesthouses are very basic. Please have your shampoo or toothbrush. 

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. Bring layers. The days are warm in Khevsureti but the evenings can get chilly. Long sleeves, light jackets, and long trousers (on top of shorts and t-shirts) may come in handy. Bring sun cream, hats, and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun. Wear walking/sports shoes for the hikes. Just in case, you may also pack a raincoat.

THE ROAD
The road to Khevsureti is difficult. It’s long, sometimes many hours in the car. It may even get scary as it runs along a deep canyon. If you are prone to motion sickness, bring the medicine and take it before the trip. We will be taking plenty of stops to take photos and to rest. If you need to stop, let your guide know. The drivers will stop as soon as they find a proper place for that.

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, and sweets for the road. They will help you maintain your energy between meals.
Food included: Breakfast on Day 2 and Dinner on Day 1 are included in the price of the tour. You will eat them in your guesthouse. The price doesn’t cover lunches, but you will have an opportunity to buy them locally.
Please let us know if you have any allergies or food preferences well in advance. We will let you know to what degree we can accommodate you. The food choice is limited in Khevsureti, so if you have some comfort food you can’t live without, please bring it with you.

MONEY
Bring CASH. There are no ATMs in Khevsureti, and people don’t accept credit cards. Lunch usually costs 20–25 GEL per person. You may also bring cash to spend on local souvenirs (20–50 gel).

OTHER ESSENTIAL ITEMS
If you are prone to motion sickness, please have medicine with you. Bring a daypack to carry important items with you. Khevsureti is very remote, so guesthouses are conserving electric energy, which they make using solar panels. You will be able to charge cameras, phones, and tablets. But leave hair dryers, electric shaving machines, and other similar devices at home.

GUIDE 
We will send you guide’s contact details a few days before the tour. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam.

Truso Valley Day Hike – 4 July 2026

Truso Valley Day Hike – 4 July 2026

Visit Truso Valley – one of the prettiest hiking trails in Georgia full of colorful travertines and spectacular mountain views.

 

Date: 4 July 2026
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 270 km (it’s kazbegi – long drive!)
Trip difficulty: Easy to moderate depending on your fitness level
Group size: Min. 5 participants
Pick-up: 08:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 21:00 depends on traffic
Price: 140 GEL

 

Trail parameters:

Difficulty: Easy (might be moderate for inexperienced hikers)
Distance: Approx. 20 km (A to A; the distance can be adjusted, if the road conditions allow it)
Min. elevation: 2029 m.a.s.l
Max. elevation: 2238 m.a.s.l
Uphill: 300 m
Duration: 6–7 hours
Trail description: Most of the trail is flat and follows either a well-visible ground road or a comfortable hiking path. There are only two noticeable ascents on the way. But none of them is particularly hard.

 

Itinerary:

We will leave Tbilisi early and drive on Georgian Military Road, the main historic route connecting Georgia with Russia, to Kobi. Here we will turn off the asphalt road and head to the starting point of our trail. The path will take us through a narrow mountain gorge into a specious valley. Truso Valley houses several colorful travertines and the picturesque Abano Mineral Lake. As we move forward, we will pass a couple of abandoned villages and remote monasteries. Our goal will be Zakagori Fortress. We will climb to the ruins to take a panoramic view of the valley before heading back to our vehicles and driving to Tbilisi. Return to Tbilisi in the evening. The end of the tour.

 

Inclusions:

  1. Transfers
  2. Sightseeing/hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide

 

Exclusions:

  1. Personal travel insurance
  2. Meals
  3. Gratuities

 

Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy

 

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR

MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet 8:00 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. We advise wearing hiking boots. If you don’t have hiking boots, please wear sports shoes. Walking poles are recommended but not a must. Warm jacket/raincoat always good idea.

FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5–2 liters should be enough for the day. Please bring something to eat during the hike – sandwiches, dried fruit, and sweets. They will help you maintain your energy. Additionally, we will stop at a local supermarket to ensure you have everything you need.

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.

Fully booked. Block Printing Workshop – 14 December

Fully booked. Block Printing Workshop – 14 December

Join us for a creative session with The Block Printers Tbilisi, an independent, small-scale design studio dedicated to reviving the ancient art of woodblock printing.

They hand-decorate fabrics using wooden stamps carved with traditional symbols from Georgia and Central Asia, and dye them with colors made from natural ingredients like vegetables, fruits, and flowers. The result? Beautiful, eco-friendly accessories and homewares made with care and integrity.

 

What to Expect:
• Learn about the dyeing process
• Paint your own woodblock stamp
• Print your design onto fabric
• Cut, wash, and fix your fabric
• Dry your piece in the garden
• Relax with a cup of tea while exploring their handcrafted shawls
At the end, you’ll take home your very own printed fabric—created entirely by you!

 

Details:
📅 Date: 14 December
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Meeting Point: In front of restaurant Van Goghi, near Rustaveli.
💵 Price: 45 GEL
Group size: Min 6.

 

Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy