Georgia · SVANETI TOURS
Stone defence towers, glaciers at the end of the valley and the highest permanently settled village in Europe. Svaneti is a long way from anywhere, so these 15 are mostly two-day and four-day runs from Kutaisi or Tbilisi, priced accordingly.
Review of Megobari Tours’ 2-day Svaneti 4x4 safari from Kutaisi, with Ushguli, glaciers, Mestia, mountain roads, costs, and practical tips.
“A unforgettable memory and the guide, Telna, is very knowledgeable as well. Would recommend to anyone who likes nature scenery and adventure too!”
Take a six-hour off-road trip from Mestia to Ushguli, with mountain views, ancient towers, Lamaria monastery, and English guiding.
“Great day trip to Ushguli from Mestia. Dato picked us up on time and provided interesting information throughout the tour. He also stopped to allow us to take photos whenever we wanted. Ushguli is definitely worth a visit and this tour is perfect if you're limited for time.”
Review the 2-day Svaneti 4x4 tour from Kutaisi, with Ushguli, Mestia, Shkhara Glacier, mountain views, costs, and practical tips.
“We went on this trip with our guide Alex, very nice and caring guy who accompanied us, just the two of us, on this journey. The company he works for organizes trips for private groups (without being mixed with other people), which we really appreciated because we were able to ask him lots of questions and discuss with him. The hike in the mountains was done under a magnificent sun and it was a great pleasure to discover the waterfall, and the landscapes of the region. The city, Mestia, we we slept propose a large choice of guest houses and hotels to spend the night. The two days were very…”
Hike from Mestia to Chalaadi Glacier with transport and an English-speaking guide, scenic river views, flexible booking, and key timing advice.
“This tour should only be done during the long summer days. Karina was an excellent guide. She was kind and gentle, and we had a wonderful time up to the Chaladi Glacier. However, the sun began to set by then, and it got dark on the way down, so I had to rely on my phone flashlight to see. With poor visibility, I slipped and got hurt. In the current situation, I think it's safer to leave by around 3 p.m. 이 투어는 해가 긴 여름철에만 해야 합니다 카리나는 최고의 가이드이었습니다 .친절하고 상냥하게 우리들을 인도해 있으며 찰라디 빙하까지 즐거운 시간을 보냈습니다 하지만 그때부터 해가 지기 시작했고 하산 중에 깜깜해 져서…”
Review of an 8-day Svaneti trek from Mestia to Ushguli, with mountain hikes, village stays, Georgian food, guides, and practical tips.
“This was a great trip. Very well organised from the word go: all prior emails were answered promptly, & everything was clear. The accommodation was simple but good, (but don't always expect hot water). The food was very good, & always plentiful.”
Review of a private five-day Svaneti tour with Mestia, Ushguli, Chalaadi Glacier, Becho, mountain views, hikes, and local food.
“Hikes in Svaneti are awesome and it is the most beautiful region of Georgia. Chalaadi glacier and becho gorge are very scenic. In becho gorge you can even swim in a kind of a natural water pool. Very satisfied.”
Explore Svaneti from Kutaisi with Enguri Dam, Mestia, Chalaadi Glacier, and Ushguli in a scenic two-day mountain tour.
“Long drive from Kutaisi to Mestia but well worth it for the magnificent Caucasian vistas and the nocturnal view of the lit towers. Ushguli was lovely and unique.”
Review of Budget Georgia’s 2-day Svaneti tour from Kutaisi, with Mestia, Chalaadi Glacier, Ushguli, Enguri Dam, costs, tips, and drawbacks.
“Though the trip was long, I was aware of it as I know Svanetti is another region in Georgia... The view was rewarding when we reached Mestia... The white river is very beautiful. Ensure u book your accommodation near the Credo Bank because that's where the meeting point is for every tours... The next day it was so easy as we have a car to go to Ushguli. The place was so gorgeous full of green landscapes, so peaceful, the Svan towers which is a Unesco heritage certified, the tower of love and the story/legend behind it was great to know... I took lots of photos and If I will…”
Review of the Kutaisi to Mestia shared transfer, with Enguri Dam, waterfalls, comfort, costs, timing, and practical booking advice.
“Super comfortable transfer, everything went very smoothly. Our guide was very helpful and caring. Btw I recommend sitting on the right side of the bus (opposite to driver), because views are better”
Review of the Mestia to Ushguli day tour, with mountain views, Svan towers, transport details, pricing, guide feedback, and booking advice.
“ushguli is so beautiful and amazing place no matter the landscape or the history. definitely have to go there if visit Georgia. our tour guide + driver Dato is svaneti so he shared many interesting legend, story and the traditional with us. he made our visit more informative and interesting.”
Review of Georgia’s 3-day private Svaneti tour, with Mestia, Ushguli, Enguri Dam, Martvili Canyon, costs, and practical advice.
“It was an amazing tour in the mountains of Svaneti region. We really loved it! Our guide was really nice and helpful, not just giving us great tips and hints about the attractions, but also translating for us if needed and recommending delicious traditional Georgian foods :)”
Review of a private 3-day Mestia and Ushguli tour from Tbilisi, covering caves, canyons, Svan towers, glaciers, museums, and costs.
“This was a terrible experience and we had no choice but to forfeit the tour after the 1st day. Details to follow”
Review of a four-day private tour from Tbilisi to Mestia and Ushguli, with Chalaadi Glacier, Svan towers, mountain roads, and UNESCO sights.
“The private tour with to the Svaneti region was absolutely unforgettable! My tour guide Gogi, was more than just a guide—he was friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing Georgia’s rich culture and breathtaking landscapes. I discovered hidden scenic spots, learned so much about the country, and left with a deep love for Georgia, especially the magical town of Mestia. Every detail was perfect, from safe and comfortable drives to introducing me to delicious local restaurants. Gogi’s warm hospitality made the trip truly special. I’ll definitely return to explore more of Georgia! Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting 😊”
Review of a four-day Svaneti hiking tour from Batumi or Kutaisi, with Chalaadi, Ushba, Ushguli, guesthouses, meals, and mountain views.
“George is both a pro and a fun guy to be around. We checked about doing the hikes by ourselves, but having George around definately enriched our experience with his knowledge and selecting for us the best routes to go to the hikes and back. The hikes themselves were challenging enough while not being too difficult. The main problem we ran into was rain something I was not prepared enough for.”
Explore Mestia, Chalaadi Glacier, Ushguli, and Martvili Canyon on a private four-day Svaneti tour from Tbilisi.
“It was a fun four days with our guide Gogita. The spectacular mountain and village views, especially from the village of Ushguli, were amazing and I took several similar pictures. There is a lot of car travel, but I think it is well worth visiting this area. The valley we stopped by on our way home was beautiful too.Auto-translated”
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