GEORGIA: IN SEARCH OF TRANSCAUCASIA
OVERVIEW Peel back the veil on Georgia and you will find something magical; loaded with culture and a vast array of differing landscapes, mountain trails meander through centuries-old townships, and monasteries straddle ridgelines against a peak studded mountain backdrop. Our journey starts in lively Tbilisi, reputed to be one of the coolest cities in Europe where we will get a slice of Georgian culture with good food and wine while we prepare for our journey to the mountain kingdom of Svaneti. In Svaneti, we will spend six-core days of running traversing trails as we dip in and out of picturesque mountain villages, alpine meadows, and snow-capped mountain peaks that sow above 4000m. We’ll experience the very best that Georgia has to offer seeing glaciers, waterfalls, and empty trails. Our nightly accommodation will be cosy local guesthouses with delicious Georgian cuisine and wine to ensure we are well-rested and recovered. Dates: 07 - 15 July 2023 Price: Euro 2695 per person Single Supplement: Euro 210 per person
Runner on the ground - PURE TRAILS ADVENTURES
10 years of running
Dates: 7 – 15 July 2023
Duration: 9 Days / 10 Nights
Price: Euro 2695 per person
Single Supplement: Euro 210 per person
Deposit: Euro 269.50 per person. The final balance is due 12-weeks before departure
The booking window closes 7 days before departure date.
You will pay a deposit of 10% to secure your spot. Once confirmed, your tour operator will charge the remaining amount.
Terrain: Trail Running
Average daily running distance: 15km
Longest running distance in a day: 20km
Group size: 6 to 12 participants
TABLE OF CONTENTS
What level of running is this trip suitable for?
Are there any alternatives for non-runners?
What’s NOT Included in the Price?
See Additional Information for more details on Payment Procedure and Cancellation Policy.
What Level of Running is this Trip suitable for?
All abilities
Are there any Alternatives for Non-runners?
No alternatives, but hikers are welcome
Accommodation
Twin or Double Share
Single supplement available
Dietary Accommodation
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Dairy-free
- Gluten-free
- Halal
If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know about them in a comment upon your booking.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: ARRIVE IN TBILISI
Early morning arrival into Tbilisi as the majority of airlines land at 04:00 am
Group transfer to our hotel for immediate check-in, relax and rest
Late breakfast and welcome with the group
Walking / Light running city tour of Tbilisi
Welcome dinner
Rest and relax
Welcome Dinner Ceremony at one of Kathmandu’s best-kept secrets
DAY 2: TBILISI TO MAZERI
Breakfast and kit check before heading to Svaneti in Western Georgia (8.5-hour drive)
Our journey will include stops along the way, travelling via Kutaisi and Zugdidi. En route we have lunch.
Continue to Mazeri village (1,660m) via the Enguri river gorge.
Arrive into Mazeri village located at the foot of Mt. Ushba (4,710m), one of the best-known summits in the Caucasus.
Check into our mountain guesthouse, with time to chill and explore
Local dinner and discuss our running plans for the next week
DAY 3: TRAIL RUNNING MAZERI – USHBA WATERFALLS
Breakfast
Acclimatisation day and 11km trail run to the Ushba waterfalls
Packed lunch and time to enjoy the mountain scenery
Time permitting explore Mazeri
Chill and relax
Local dinner served in our guesthouse
DAY 4: TRAIL RUNNING MAZERI – MESTIA, VIA GULI
Breakfast
Pack up our gear and load it into our vehicles
Approx. 22km trail running along the east side of Mt Ushba to the Guli Glacier
Cross the mountain pass down to Mestia (1,400m), the provincial capital of Svaneti with jaw-dropping views of Mt. Usbha and Mt. Tetnuldi
Arrival at our guesthouse, check-in, and relax
Local dinner served in our guesthouse
DAY 5: MESTIA – TRAIL RUN HATSVALI – ADISIHI
Breakfast
Check-out and pack up our luggage
Take the ski lift to Hatsvali we begin trail running today
Approx. 21km trail run to the village of Adishi (2,050m)
Arrival in Adishia, check-in, and relax
Local dinner served in our guesthouse
DAY 6: ADISHI – USHGULI
Breakfast
Check-out and pack up our luggage
Approx. 19km trail run from Adishi to Khalde gorge and then onto Ushguli village (2300m) which is located at the foot of Mt. Shkhara, the highest peak in Georgia
Today transport support is also provided
Arrival into Ushguli, check-in, and relax
Explore the village
Local dinner served in our guesthouse
DAY 7: USHGULI – LOWER SVANETI, VIA THE ZAGARO PASS
Breakfast
Approx. 20km trail run-up to the Zagaro Pass (2640m) and then along the amazing “Bezingi Wall” a chain of 5000 metre peaks
We continue down to the village of Tsana where our transport will be waiting to meet us and transfer us to down to Kutaisi
Arrival at our hotel for check-in, relax
Dinner is served at our hotel
DAY 8: KUTAISI – TBILISI, VIA MTSKHETA
Breakfast
Sightseeing of Kutaisi
Group transfer back to Tbilisi
En-route visit Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia where we have lunch
Arrive in Tbilisi, check in and relax
Farewell group dinner at the hotel
DAY 9: HOMEWARD BOUND
Breakfast
Free time to do some last minute exploring
Group transfer to the airport
Onward flight home
What’s Included in the Price?
- 9 nights accommodation (twin or double room share) in a 4* hotel in Tbilisi & family-run hotels/guesthouses when in the mountains
- Fully-supported trail running trip
- Cultural sightseeing
- Full board throughout (inclusive of breakfast, picnic lunches, lunches & dinners)
- Group arrival/departure transfers at set times
- All local transportation in 4WD minivans
- 4:1 Runners to Guide Ratio
- Trails & Trees: with every booking, we plant a tree
What’s NOT Included in the Price?
- International flights
- Beverages and snacks
- Personal equipment
- Laundry
- Travel Insurance (REQUIRED before the trips departure – for cancellation, accidents, health and emergency evacuation, loss, theft, or damage to baggage or personal effects)
- Tips
- Single Supplement
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