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From Tusheti to Kazbek – Through the Heart of the Caucasus
€1,800.00 – €2,200.00
The quoted costs are based on groups of 3-4 or 8+ participants. For different group sizes, please contact us.
We crafted this program after numerous journeys and explorations throughout the Georgian Caucasus. It combines treks across several high-mountain regions – including the famous Mount Kazbek and the Khevi Valley, the isolated Khevsureti with its dark stone castles and towers, and Tusheti – the romantic land of endless herds, green meadows, and pine forests. We’ll link these regions by crossing the iconic Chaukhi and Atsunta passes, following ancient routes once used by locals, horse caravans, and herds of livestock. Traveling from east to west, we’ll go from the lush Tusheti pastures to the glaciers and the towering Kazbek.
Accommodation will take place in local guest houses in mountain villages, shepherds’ camps, and traditional stone houses. We’ll spend two special nights tenting high in the mountains on the way to Atsunta, between Khevsureti and Tusheti. We’ll cross wild rivers, while our local friends will help to carry the gear with horses and jeeps.
We’ll begin and end our journey in Tbilisi – Georgia’s vibrant capital, pulsing with the rhythm of the Georgian dance. Our route will lead us not only along mountain trails but also on a path to discovering Georgia – its language, culture, history, and modern life. Let’s start with the language: Gamarjoba, Sakartvelo – Hello, Georgia!
Highlights
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Highlights
✅ A thrilling 13-day program across the Caucasus, covering the regions of Tusheti, Khevsureti, and Kazbek;
✅ We’ll cross four mountain passes on foot: Atsunta Pass (3,431 m), Chaukhi Pass (3,338 m), Sabertse Pass (3,150 m), and Nakaicho Pass (2,900 m);
✅ We’ll approach the shadow of the five-thousand-meter Mount Kazbek and the Gergeti Glacier;
✅ We’ll traverse Cross Pass, Bear Pass, and Abano Pass by 4×4 vehicles;
✅ We’ll follow the Tusheti high mountain road and the Georgian Military Road – from the wine region of Kakheti in the east, across the mountains, and back to Tbilisi.
Price includes
Price includes:
✅ All the group transfers during the trip – from/to Tbilisi and 4×4 vehicles for the areas we visit;
✅ Luggage transfers (up to 12kg bag) along the route;
✅ English speaking guide and all the expenses of the guide;
✅ Accommodations – 10 nights in local guest houses in 2-3-4 person rooms with private/shared facilities. 3* hotel in Tbilisi;
✅ Two nights camping in a tent (2 person tents), organized by us;
✅ Food – 8 dinners and all breakfasts, all the food in the camps, packed lunch for the days with walking;
✅ Local taxes and VAT.
Not included:
❌ Flights from/to Georgia;
❌ Travel/mountain rescue insurance – obligatory;
❌ The two dinners in Tbilisi on the last days;
❌ Lunch on days 1,2,11 and 12 – options to choose from;
❌ Entrance fees for museums and sights;
❌ Personal camping equipment – sleeping bag, sleeping mat – could be provided on request;
❌ Drinks;
❌ Tips.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Georgia
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Day 2: Tbilisi – Telavi – Omalo
The road to Abano Pass (2826 m)
From Tbilisi, we’ll head east, passing through Kakheti, Georgia’s famous wine-producing region. We’ll continue through the city of Telavi, entering the mountains and following the route to Omalo-Pshavi – one of the world’s most remarkable high-mountain roads. Along the winding dirt road, we’ll cross our first mountain pass of the journey – the Abano Pass, at an altitude of 2,826 meters, venturing deep into this isolated region of the Caucasus. We will stay in Omalo for two nights.
Day 2
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Day 3: Omalo – Diklo
Total trek for the day: 🕑8 hours ↝20 km ↑1000 m ↓1000 m
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Day 4: Omalo – Mount Pitsilamta – Girevi
Total trek for the day: 🕑8 hours ↝16 km ↑900 m ↓1300 m
Nakaicho Pass
We’ll do a transfer from Omalo to the starting point of today’s trek. We’ll gradually ascend along a panoramic ridge, exiting the forest zone. This will allow us to enjoy beautiful views of the Tusheti mountains all around us and to see parts of our upcoming route. We’ll cross the ridge point at 2,996 meters, Mount Pitsilamta, and Nakaicho Pass before descending into the valley. We’ll then do a short transfer to the village of Girevi for an overnight stay and a tasty local dinner.
Day 4
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Day 5: Girevi – Kvakhidi Tent Camp
Total trek for the day: 🕑7 hours ↝14 km ↑980 m ↓580 m
Along Alazani River
Our trek begins from the village of Girevi, where we load our luggage onto the horses and set off on our journey. Today, we will slowly advance into the high parts of the mountain, ascending the endless valley of the Alazani River, which will take us from the lush pastures and homes of the Tushetians to the high plateaus and bare peaks of this part of the Caucasus. The river is powerful, fed by the waters of numerous tributaries, and signs of life appear along our path one by one – abandoned old stone structures, shepherds’ camps, and towers, prompting us to guess how they were built and how one could possibly reach them…
Campsite
The trail leads us to our first campsite – a shepherd’s camp located on a terrace by the river. We can sample local produce and observe the daily life of the locals who inhabit this place for just a few months each year.
Day 5
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Day 6: Huakhidi – Atsunta Pass (3,431 m) – Second Tent Camp
Total trek for the day: 🕑9-10 hours ↝18 km ↑1400 m ↓1200 m
Atsunta Pass
Our goal today is the Atsunta Pass (3,431 m), the connection between the regions of Khevsureti and Tusheti, located not far from Tebulosmta (4,493 m) – the highest peak of the Eastern Caucasus and the highest point of the Chechen Republic.
The Top
The Alazani Valley gradually leads us to the Atsunta pass, revealing views to the west of the increasingly imposing Caucasus Ridge. Once we cross Atsunta, we’ll make a stunning descent that will take us to the site of our second camp at the foot of Atsunta Pass.
Kitodani Ridge Campsite
The campsite is a beautiful spot with panoramic views, situated on the Khidotani ridge. It is managed by a local family that offers basic amenities for visitors. Here we will set up our tent camp and spend another authentic evening in the high mountains under the stars of the Caucasus.
Day 6
Day 6
Day 6
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Day 7: Tent Camp – Mutso Fortress – Shatili
Total trek for the day: 🕑3 hours ↝8 km ↑150 m ↓950 m
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Day 8: Shatili – Bear Pass – Roshka
Total trek for the day: 🕑6 hours ↝12 km ↑500 m ↓1500 m
Datvisjvari Pass
From Shatili, we’ll drive to Datvisjvari Pass (2,676 m) by car. Known as Bear Pass, this route is a key link between the “capital” of Khevsureti – Shatili – and the outside world. From the Bear pass we’ll spend about three hours hiking up to Kistanistavi Peak (3,048 m), then descend to the village of Gudani along a beautifully scenic route. Our journey through the heart of the Caucasus continues westward to the village of Roshka, which we’ll reach after a short drive.
Day 8
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Day 9: Roshka – Chaukhi Pass (3,338 m) – Juta
Total trek for the day: 🕑10 hours ↝21 km ↑1550 m ↓1350 m
Chaukhi
Today’s goal is the Chaukhi Pass (3,338 m). This trek is considered one of the most beautiful in the area, filled with boundless mountain vistas. We’ll gradually ascend through the valley, passing by the Abudelauri lakes along the way. Leaving the valley, we climb high enough to take in sweeping views of the peaks all around – including Kazbek, Chaukhi, the border ridges with Russia, as well as the massifs in Khevsureti and Tusheti that we’ve already crossed. We reach the Chaukhi pass and begin our descent, with the towering cliffs of Chaukhi drawing ever closer in the background.
Kazbegi
We descend toward the village of Juta, from where a short transfer takes us to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) for an overnight stay in a local guesthouse.
Day 9
Day 9
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Day 10: Mount Kazbek, Holy Trinity Church and Gergeti Glacier
Total trek for the day: 🕑8 hours ↝11 km ↑1000 m ↓1000 m
Sabertse Pass
Today we will get close to the impressive 5,000-meter peak of Kazbek and the vast Gergeti Glacier. We’ll cross Sabertse Pass at 3,150 m, leading us to the high-altitude Alti Hut, then continue to the moraine of the Gergeti Glacier. At the start of our trek, we’ll also visit the Gergeti Trinity Church (Tsminda Sameba), whose iconic image against the backdrop of Mount Kazbek is world-renowned and has become emblematic of Georgia.
Day 10
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Day 11: Kazbegi – Tbilisi
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Day 12: Tbilisi
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Day 13: Departure
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