Splendid church from 14th century with an iconic sceneries.
Lovely walk to Chaukhi massif or so called Georgian Dolomites.
See the colorful travertines between an epic hanging cliffs.
See the glacier at the feet of the majestic Mt Kazbek.
✔ 4 nights in family hotel in Stepantsminda and 1 night in Altihut. Breakfasts included.
✔ 3 takeaway lunches and 1 dinner at 3014 m in Altihut.
✔ All transfers between villages according to the itinerary.
✔ Comprehensive pre-departure info-guide.
✔ GPS treks for navigation.
✔ 24/7 customer service during your trip.
► Travelling and mountain trekking insurance till 3000m altitude.
► Money for extra things in grocery stores, souvenirs or any other personal items.
► A daily backpack for essentials. If you do not have one, you can rent it out from us.
► Daily you will be walking 4-6 hours.
► During the 2-day hike, you will stay in Altihut at 3014 m shared room with bunk beds.
► Transfer to/from Stepantsminda to any city in Georgia will be arranged as additional service.
► This tour is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.
After arrival at Stepantsminda, you take a short walk to the famous Gveleti waterfalls, later in the afternoon you can take a stroll to St.Eliah church for beautiful views on Mt Kazbegi and Holy Trinity church.
Transfer: 2,5 hr. Distance: 5 km. Duration: 2 hrs. Overnight in Stepantsminda.
In the morning you will be picked up from your guesthouse and travel to village Juta, where you will day-hike through picturesque Juta Valley to Chaukhi Massif. You will be surrounded by flowering meadows, rushing rivers, grazing cows, horses and spectacular Chaukhi massif with its seven sharp peaks. After the hike the driver will take you back to the guesthouse in Stepantsminda.
Transfer: 1,5 hr. Distance: 15 km. Duration: 6 hr. Overnight in Stepantsminda.
Today morning you will start a 2-day hike to Gergeti Glacier. On the way you will pass the beautifully situated Gergeti Trinity Church built in the 14th century at an elevation of 2200 m. It will be only 9 km but you will gain 1300 m during the day, so you will get well-deserved rest in one of the most upscale backcountry accommodation in Georgia, Altihut, located at the height of 3014 m at the base of Gergeti Glacier with an epic setting.
Distance: 9 km. Duration: 5 hr. Overnight in Altihut.
In the early morning if there’s a clear sky you can see the sunrise near Gergeti Glacier, around 1,5 from Altihut, after which you will have breakfast and go back down to Stepantsminda by the same way.
Distance: 10,5 km. Duration: 4-5 hrs. Overnight in Stepantsminda.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Truso Valley, you will be walking in an almost abandoned valley in the direction of the South Ossetia borders. Surrounded by dramatic cliffs, you will also see orange, white and red travertine formations from mineral springs. Visit beautiful blue Abano Lake and explore the ruins of Zakagori fortress. At the end of the hike you will transfer back to the guesthouse.
Transfer: 1 hr. Distance: 21 km. Duration: 6 hr. Overnight in Stepantsminda.
After breakfast you will depart from Stepantsminda.
Transfer: 2,5 hr.
Unique chance to listen to an exclusive audio guide during your self-guided tours in Kazbegi. Learn the history of Khevi, get insight into cultural highlights and the natural splendor of the area.
