Georgia’s Hidden Highlands: An 8-day journey into remote cultures & wild landscapes
Experience the untamed spirit of Southern Georgia on this 8-day expedition, blending high-mountain adventure with exclusive cultural immersions in remote alpine villages.
Discover the untamed spirit of Southern Georgia on this 8-day expedition. From the ancient rock-hewn majesty of Vardzia to the remote alpine tranquility of Upper Adjara, this journey blends high-mountain adventure with exclusive cultural encounters. Traverse rugged mountain passes, master traditional beekeeping, and find serenity in the highlands glamping. Curated with precision and professional logistics, this itinerary offers an immersive deep-dive into Georgia’s hidden heart, where dramatic landscapes meet timeless traditions. Designed for those who seek the authentic, the wild, and the unseen.
Tour Highlights
- Ancient cave city
- Traditional jara beekeeping
- Highland glamping adventure
- Remote Alpine Trekking
Tour itinerary
Arrival in Tbilisi, transfer from the airport and check into the hotel
Depart for the Meskheti region. Stop at a family winery in the Ateni Valley—owned by a former minister—for a private lunch and an exclusive wine degustation. Continue to Vardzia.
Morning exploration of the 12th-century Vardzia Cave Monastery. In the afternoon, journey deep into the remote Adjarian highlands to check into the unique glamping site among the breathtaking mountains.
Visit a family-run apiary to learn the endangered “Jara” beekeeping technique. Enjoy a traditional, farm-to-table mountain lunch prepared by your hosts.
Start with a sunrise yoga session overlooking the valley. Hike to the medieval Khikhani Fortress (2,200m). Return to camp for a communal Adjarian Khachapuri masterclass.
Drive to the Tmogvi fortress ruins for an immersive horseback riding expedition along the Mtkvari River. In the afternoon, travel to the Borjomi resort for a relaxing overnight stay.
Enjoy a leisurely morning in the famous Borjomi Mineral Water Park before driving back to Tbilisi. Spend your final afternoon exploring the Old Town at your own pace.
Transfer to the airport in Tbilisi and departure home.
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