High Altitude Frontiers: Tracing Georgia’s ancient defensive routes
Experience the rugged majesty of the High Caucasus on this 8-day expedition, featuring iconic monasteries, remote stone fortresses, and alpine trekking, horse riding and rafting experiences.
Discover the rugged majesty of the High Caucasus on this 8-day expedition through Kazbegi, Pshavi and Khevsureti regions. We blend epic mountain scenery with deep cultural history, from the iconic silhouette of Gergeti Monastery to the medieval stone towers of Shatili and Mutso. Traverse wild valleys on horseback, challenge your spirit with a trek across the Roshka pass, and enjoy the thrill of whitewater rafting before relaxing in luxury glamping. Professionally curated for the adventurous traveler, this journey captures the raw, untamed essence of Georgia’s northern frontiers.
Tour Highlights
- Gergeti Trinity Church
- Truso Valley Horseback
- Remote Alpine Trekking
- Shatili Stone Fortress
- Aragvi River Rafting
Tour itinerary
Arrival in Tbilisi, transfer from the airport and check into the hotel
Depart for the mountains. Stop en route for a curated wine-tasting experience at a local estate. Stop at Ananuri Fortress Complex and continue to Kazbegi to visit the iconic Gergeti Trinity Church located on 2170 meters with breathtaking views.
Embark on a guided horseback expedition through the dramatic, mineral-rich Truso Valley. In the evening, transfer to the scenic village of Juta.
Hike from the village of Juta to Roshka, passing by the famous Abudelauri Lakes and crossing the Chaukhi Pass (3,340 meters). Upon reaching Roshka village, the journey continues with a scenic 4×4 drive into the remote Khevsureti region, culminating in an overnight stay in the ancient stone village of Shatili, where you’ll share a well-earned, traditional dinner with your host family.
Hike to the unique Mutso fortress, perched high on a rocky outcrop. Visit the historic Anatori Tombs on the way.
Drive from Shatili to the Pshavi region for a whitewater rafting experience on the Aragvi River. Continue to Mtskheta for an evening of comfort in a luxury glamping hotel.
Morning visit to the UNESCO-listed Jvari Monastery for panoramic views of the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers. Drive to Tbilisi for a free afternoon.
Transfer to the airport in Tbilisi and departure home.
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