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6-8 Days
Max People : 10
Wifi Available
TBC
Min Age : 15+
Pickup: Airport

Georgia Iron Routes: Caucasus Expedition

€2.980

Taxes included.

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Date: 4 July - 11 July

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    Tour Name Georgia Iron Routes: Caucasus Expedition
    Region Georgia
    Difficulty 3/5
    Duration 8 Days
    Start Date 4 July(8 Days)
    Group Size 8–10 Travelers

    SHORT DESCRIPTION

    An 8-day expedition across Georgia, moving from historic lowlands into the High Caucasus and finishing with a rafting descent in Racha.

    This journey combines structured physical activity with progressive terrain, including hiking, horseback riding, and rafting, supported by selected local experiences already embedded in the route.

    TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

    1
    Uplistsikhe cave town exploration

     

    2
    Farm experience, culinary masterclass, and wine tasting in Zeda Sazano

     

    3
    Horseback riding and hiking to Shkhara Glacier

     

    4
    Koruldi Lakes hike (7 km / 700 m elevation gain)

     

    5
    Rafting session on the Rioni River (~18 km)

     

    ITINERARY OVERVIEW

    A preview of your Caucasus Iron Route adventure — full itinerary shared after booking.

    01
    Location:Tbilisi
    • Arrival in Tbilisi.
    02
    Location:Tbilisi–Uplistsikhe–Zeda Sazano
    • Visit Uplistsikhe cave town followed by transfer to Zeda Sazano for a rural farm experience, including local customs, culinary masterclass, wine tasting, and dinner.
    • Sports & Activities

      • Walking (Uplist sikhe)
      • Farm activities
      • Culinary masterclass
    03
    Location:Zeda Sazano–Mestia
    • Transfer to Mestia in the Svaneti region. Free time upon arrival.
    04
    Location:Mestia–Ushguli–Mestia
    • Transfer to Ushguli. 4 hours of challanging Horseback riding and hiking tour toward Shkhara Glacier, including final approach on foot and return to Mestia.
    • Sports & Activities

      • Horseback riding
      • Hiking
    05
    Location:Mestia–Koruldi Lakes–Mestia
    • 4x4 access to starting point followed by hike to Koruldi Lakes and return to Mestia.
    • Sports & Activities

      • 10 km of Hiking with 700m elevation gain
    06
    Location: Mestia–Tskaltubo
    • Transfer to Tskaltubo. Exploration of abandoned sanatoriums and access to spa facilities.
    • Sports & Activities

      • Walking
    07
    Location:Tskaltubo–Ambrolauri–Tbilisi
    • Transfer to Racha region. Rafting session on the Rioni River followed by return to Tbilisi.
    • Sports & Activities

      • 2.5 hours of Rafting–18 km
    08
    Location: Tbilisi
    • Departure.

    EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW

    Who this is for

    • Travelers looking for an active, structured itinerary combining movement, terrain, and local context.

    Journey Type

    • Mixed-format expedition including driving, walking, hiking, horseback riding, and rafting, with progression from lowlands to mountain environments.

    What makes it unique

    • A combination of historical sites, rural farm immersion, mountain-based activity in Svaneti, and rafting in Racha within a single structured route.

    Accommodation Overview

    Accommodation is provided in twin rooms with breakfast across Tbilisi, Zeda Sazano, Mestia, and Tskaltubo. Hotels include Hotel IOTA or equivalent in Tbilisi, Ethno Sazano Hotel, Hotel Gistola in Mestia, and Tskaltubo Epic Hotel & Spa.

     

    DIFFICULTY & REQUIREMENTS
    Difficulty: 3 / 5

    Horse-riding experience is not required. Good physical condition is recommended for hiking and activity days.

     

    Included / Excluded
    Transportation by van
    English-speaking guide throughout
    Accommodation (twin room with breakfast):
    • 2 nights Tbilisi
    • 1 night Zeda Sazano
    • 3 nights Mestia
    • 1 night Tskaltubo
    Culinary masterclass, wine tasting, and dinner
    Farm visit and cow hand milking
    Horseback riding experience in Ushguli
    Koruldi Lakes hiking picnic
    4x4 transportation
    Spa access (pools, sauna, jacuzzi where applicable)
    Rafting with equipment and instructor
    Entrance to Uplistsikhe
    Flights
    Health / travel insurance (mandatory)
    Spa treatments
    Visa insurance (mandatory)

    LOGISTICS & PRACTICALS
    • Arrival Airport: Tbilisi International Airport
    • Departure Airport: Tbilisi International Airport
    • Visa: Not required for European travelers
    • Insurance:
      • Health / travel insurance not included (mandatory)
      • Visa insurance mandatory