Visiting the fabulous Svaneti and flamingos
Visiting the fabulous Svaneti and flamingos
Tour Duration
4 Night/5 Days
Tour Details
DAY 1
– Arrival in Kutaisi
– Meet the Georgian guide at the Kutaisi International Airport
– Departure to Mestia
– Hotel accommodation
– Mestia sightseeing tour (Svan Tower, Historical-Ethnographic Museum and Lake Koruldi)
– Overnight in Mestia
Meet the Georgian guide at the Tbilisi International Airport who will accompany you during the transfer to the hotel.
Mestia – The heart of the Svaneti region – is located at an elevation of 1500 meters. Svaneti is unique for its Svan towers, which were used for defensive as well as dwelling purposes. Those towers belong to UNESCO World Heritage List.
Visit 12th century Svan Tower and Historical-Ethnographic Museum in Mestia.
Lake Koruldi is located near Mestia, from where there are beautiful panoramic views.
DAY 2
– Breakfast at the hotel
– Departure to village Becho
– Visit the waterfall in the village of Becho
– Overnight in Mestia
Drive to the little village Becho. The route follows the right bank of the river and you may observe the magnificent Ushba peak. We will drive on narrow tracks through coniferous and mixed forests. You will also see the Shdugra waterfall in Becho.
DAY 3
– Breakfast at the hotel
– Departure to Batumi
– Visit Shekvetili Dendrological Park and Gonio fortress
– Overnight in Batumi
Shekvetili Dendrological Park is spread over 60 hectares. Endemic trees found in different regions of Georgia were planted across 18 hectares, including more than 200 giant trees belonging to 29 unique plant species. The park’s remaining 42 hectares are filled with thousands of various exotic trees that were imported to Georgia from around the globe.
The park is also home to 58 species of birds from all over the world, most of which are on the verge of extinction and are included on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. In the center of the park is an artificial lake, about six meters deep, which is home to pink and red flamingos. Cranes, storks, ducks, parrots, peacocks and swans can also be spotted throughout the park grounds.
Gonio Fortress near Batumi, also known as Gonio-Apsaros Fortress, is the oldest citadel in the country of Georgia whose formation dates back to the Roman Empire. Occupying 4.5 hectares (over 11 acres) near the city of Batumi in Adjara Region, Gonio Fortress is regarded as a rare and vital link to Georgia’s ancient past.
DAY 4
– Breakfast at the hotel
– Departure to Kutaisi
– Visit Okatse canyon and Martvili canyon
– Return to Kutaisi
– Overnight in Kutaisi
Okatse Canyon is one of the most picturesque sights in the Kutaisi area. The canyon gets its name from the river Okatse. It is made of limestone rocks and is 3km long and about 50m deep. The highlight of the canyon is a narrow suspension bridge/walkway about 1km long, which ends at a viewing platform that offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding nature.
Martvili Canyon is a picturesque landmark of water and rocks. 700 m long stone-paved circular route starts from Martvili Canyon visitor center and crosses the Dadiani historical trail. There are 2 bridges, 3 platform views, and a historical 30 steps stair constructed by large limestone boulders.
Visitors can enjoy a 300-meter boat tour on river Abasha and beautiful views of the mountain river canyon. The length of the route the boats take along the river is about 1 km, and the trip takes about 30 minutes (including photo stops).
DAY 5
– Check out. Transfer to the airport in Kutaisi
– Departure
Tour package Includes:
- All types of transportation services, including airport transfers (Tbilisi Airport)
- Certified guide service (English speaking)
- Breakfast in Hotel, Lunch and dinner
- Entrance tickets
- 4x4 Jeep service to reach in Okatse Canyon and in Svaneti
Tour package Excludes:
- Air Tickets
- Alcoholic drinks during meals
- Insurance
- What is not indicated in the tabs
What My Golden Travel Can Offer You
Experienced Guides
You will be served by a professional tourist guide who will tell you about the history and culture of Georgia, who’s also capable of delivering more information than you expect.
Service Quality is Higher than Price
During the tourists visit every small detail is handled professionally by our staff to make them feel the ease of traveling in Georgia from the very first moment till the very last one.
Suitable For any Number of Groups
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Guide Tips
Be attentive during the tour. Do not interrupt the guide... Do not fall behind the group during the walking tour. If you want to buy something, make sure to let the guide know, and don't go on your own.
