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Trekking in Georgia - Ipswich School

Georgia
Walk & Trek
Guided Group
MODERATE MODERATE

Trek through the mountains and villages of Georgia's remote Caucasus Mountains

Trip Code: GHCI
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Trekking in Georgia - Ipswich School

Highlights
  • Outstanding views of Mt Kazbek (5047m) the highest peak in Georgia
  • Explore the historic fortified villages of Mutso, Shatili and UNESCO Mtskheta city
  • Trek across mountain passes, by lakes and through flower strewn meadows in the Caucasus
  • Fully supported trekking and all meals included

At a Glance
  • Group Size 16 to 16
  • 6 days trekking and walking
  • Max altitude 3330m
  • Join In Tbilisi

Accommodation & Meals
  • All meals included
  • 7 nights Camping
  • 2 nights Hotel
Overview

East of the Black Sea and bordered in the north by the long chain of the Caucasus Mountains, Georgia is one of the most exciting adventure travel and trekking/walking destinations in Europe. From the capital Tbilisi, we travel north to the striking Mount Kazbek (5047m). On trek we will walk across the Abudulauri, Barbalo and Khidotani passes and deep into the remote Khevsureti Range. Crossing open ridges, with far-reaching views, we descend through flower-filled mountain pastures into steep-sided and forested valleys, where we find the fortified medieval villages Mutso and Shatili. Close to the northern border, this is Georgia's most traditional region, home to animist shrines, friendly villages, hidden churches and impressive stone-built defensive towers. After our 'loop' northwards into the mountains, we will add to our understanding of this fascinating country with sightseeing in Tbilisi and in the nearby town of Mtskheta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former Georgian capital.

Is this holiday for you?

This is an adventurous trekking holiday through the remote south side of the Caucasus Mountains. However, it is not a particularly high-level trek, and with its maximum elevation only a little above 3000 metres, the effects of altitude will be a minor consideration. Our route follows trails between valleys and villages, and the underfoot conditions should prove straightforward for the most part …

This is an adventurous trekking holiday through the remote south side of the Caucasus Mountains. However, it is not a particularly high-level trek, and with its maximum elevation only a little above 3000 metres, the effects of altitude will be a minor consideration. Our route follows trails between valleys and villages, and the underfoot conditions should prove straightforward for the most part, although there are a couple of steep ascents and descents as we cross the passes, and some paths which are through much vegetation. Most of the trekking days involve hiking for 5 or 6 hours, but we have two longer days with around 10 hours of walking. This trek is supported, so you will only need to carry your day pack each day.

Why KE?

KE's  trek will take you off the beaten track to experience the real Georgia, visiting remote traditional villages, cut off for 6 months of the year by snow.

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