About
Medieval towers rise from a valley ringed by glaciated peaks, perfect for hiking.
Why go
- Feels like you've completely stepped back in time
- Dramatic mountain scenery, medieval tower villages and spectacular trekking routes
- Warm georgian hospitality
Must try
- Climb a medieval svan tower
- Trek to chalaadi glacier
- Explore the svaneti museum of history
- Mestia to ushguli trek
- Hike to koruldi lakes
Pro tips
- Take marshrutka from kutaisi to mestia (5-6 hours)
- Take train from tbilisi to zugdidi, then marshrutka
- Carry cash in the mountains
- Download offline maps
- Explore beyond mestia and visit charming svan villages
Good to know
- Flight to mestia is cancelled constantly
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