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About This Tour
An 8-day journey into the Svaneti highlands' village life — cozy family-run stays, a trek to the Koruldi Lakes, Kubdari bread-making with locals in Mestia, and a hike to the base of the Shkhara Glacier. This trip stays entirely within Georgia. One night in Kutaisi at each end of the trip bookends a Svaneti loop through the village of Becho, the regional hub of Mestia, and Europe's highest permanently inhabited village, Ushguli — a genuine highland circuit rather than a single base.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Kutaisi International Airport, Georgia.
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Day 1 — Welcome to Kutaisi
Arrival at Kutaisi International Airport and a private transfer to your hotel.
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Day 2 — Gelati Monastery & on to Becho
Visit the UNESCO-listed Gelati Monastery, founded by King David the Builder in 1106, then drive north into the Svaneti mountains to the village of Becho.
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Day 3 — Ushba Falls & Mestia
A full-day hike through the Becho Pass to the Ushba Falls, with a picnic lunch, followed by a transfer to Mestia, the center of Upper Svaneti.
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Day 4 — Koruldi Lakes & Kubdari Making
Visit the alpine Koruldi Lakes, then join local Mestia residents for a hands-on lesson in making Kubdari, Svaneti's traditional meat-filled bread.
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Day 5 — Exploring Ushguli
A scenic drive to Ushguli, Europe's highest permanent village, with a guided walk past its defensive towers and the 12th-century Lamaria church.
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Day 6 — Shkhara Glacier & back to Mestia
A guided hike to the base of the Shkhara Glacier, Georgia's highest peak, before returning by road to Mestia.
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Day 7 — Prometheus' Grotto & Kutaisi
Drive back to Kutaisi, stopping at Prometheus' Grotto in Tskaltubo to see its stalactites, stalagmites, and underground cave river.
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Day 8 — Farewell Georgia
Private transfer from your Kutaisi hotel to the airport for your departure flight.
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Departure
The trip ends in Kutaisi, Georgia, with a transfer to Kutaisi International Airport (KUT) for your departure flight.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
This route trades some of the longer trekking days for more time immersed in village life — a cheese and bread-making session in Mestia, a full rest day built in, and shorter guided hikes rather than a multi-day village-to-village trek.
In family-run guesthouses in Kutaisi, Becho, Mestia, and Ushguli — cozy, locally run accommodation is part of the experience in Svaneti.
Yes — your own local guide throughout, never combined with another group's itinerary.
You'll join a local Mestia family to learn the traditional method for Kubdari, a Svan meat-filled bread, using techniques passed down through generations.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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