Climb Mt. Kazbegi
tour features
| Length | 8 Days |
|---|---|
| Highlights | Adventure |
According to the legend, the Titan Prometheus (Amiran in Georgian) was chained on Mt. Kazbeg as punishment for having stolen fire from the gods and given it to mortals. Make the tour to the top of this mountain with Pilpilio to check for yourself if you can find the remains of his chains. Enjoy the unforgettable adventure with breathtaking views and landscapes, with a visit to the beautiful Gergeti church. After the hike, dive into the healing springs of the Tbilisi Sulphur Baths and into the seductive flavours of Georgian wine in the Kakheti region, produced by the ancient traditional method.
| Day 1: Adventure Begins | Pick-up in Tbilisi, visiting Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia, and Ananuri fortress (17th century, UNESCO). Transportation to Stepantsminda. Hike to Gergeti church (about 3 hours), dinner and accommodation in a guesthouse in Stepantsminda. |
| Day 2: Climbing to Prometheus [Step-1] | Ascending to Kazbegi Meteo Station (Bethlemi Hut, 3680m) for necessary acclimatisation. Accommodation at the Hut (or possibility to sleep in tents). |
| Day 3: Acclimatisation | Acclimatisation walk (3-5 hours), reaching up to 4100m altitude. Early dinner and sleep at the Bethlemi Hut. |
| Day 4: Climbing to Prometheus [Reaching the top] | Leaving Meteo station at 02:00. Climbing up Mount Kazbeg (5047m). Reaching the top. Descending down to meet the group. Entire trip about 12-15 hours. Accommodation at the Meteo Hut. |
| Day 5: Rooms Hotel Chill | Descending down to Stepantsminda village. Resting at Rooms Hotel Kazbegi with a beautiful panoramic view. Wine tasting. |
| Day 6: Sulphur Bath relaxation | Transportation to Tbilisi. Free time in Tbilisi, guided walking tour, visit to the hot sulphur baths in Chreli Abano. |
| Day 7: Kakheti transfer | Trip to David Gareji, an ancient monastery complex established in the 6th century. Lunch at Oasis Club in Udabno village. Visiting a wine factory in Manavi. Transportation to Sighnaghi, traditional Kakhetian dinner, wine tasting in a family wine cellar. |
| Day 8: Exploring Kakhetian heritage | Walk in Sighnaghi. Visiting Nekresi monastery, one of the oldest churches in Georgia, from the 4th century. Visiting Tsinandali and the Chavchavadze home museum, an 18th-century Georgian noble family house. Transportation to Telavi, exploration of its historical centre. Transportation back to Tbilisi. |
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transport & guide
Private Car with Driver for Journey
Transportation included
accommodation
Stays in incl. Meals 3x day
Accommodation in 4 seasons tents or Bethlemi Hut, Accommodation in the hotel in Stepantsminda and Tbilisi, Accommodation in a guesthouse in Sighnaghi
other tour services
Climb, Relax & Taste
Dress code: outdoor clothing, sleeping bags, comfortable clothing. Not included: climbing equipment, personal insurance, wine tasting (optional), entrance to the sulphur baths (optional, 15-20 GEL/person).
