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Horseriding in Vashlovani

TBILISI, KAKHETI, VASHLOVANI NATIONAL PARK

Tbilisi, Mtskheta, Dedoplistskharo, Vashlovani National Park

8 Days

Kutaisi

Change Airport
  • Adventure
  • Horseriding

Program

Day 1: Kutaisi Airport – Tbilisi (250 km)

  • departure from Poland and arrival in Kutaisi
  • lunch break after the trip at a restaurant near Kutaisi (on your own)
  • transfer to Tbilisi and hotel accommodation, rest
  • welcome dinner at a local restaurant with Adjara dishes and live music
  • for those interested, a night tour of the Old Town
  • overnight stay at a hotel

Day 2: Tbilisi – Dedoplistkharo – Shiraki Valley (180 km/ 12km 6-7h)

  • after breakfast, drive towards Vashlovani to Dedoplistskaro,
  • shopping at the local bazaar, obtaining park passes at the administration office
  • transfer to the stud farm on the outskirts of Waszlowani, where we will start the horse rally
  • driving through the Shiraki Valley,
  • picnic/lunch in nature
  • rally towards Shavi Mta (black mountain), the highest point of the park (about 900m)
  • preparing a common meal and staying overnight in tents

Day 3: Mount Shavi – Mijniskure 10 km 6h

  • breakfast at the camp
  • departure on the route through the Alfadara Pass, with picturesque semi-desert landscapes,
  • rally through Takhis Tskhali, a wonderful canyon with unique rock formations,
  • picnic/lunch at the viewpoint
  • transfer to the Alazani River valley and to Mijnis Khure, where we will find a campsite for the night
  • dinner by the fire, preparing and baking skewers

Day 4: Mijniskure – Samukhi Valley 12 km 7-8h

  • after breakfast, a short walk of about 2 km to a viewing point on the border with Azerbaijan
  • preparation of horses and departure through an exceptionally picturesque canyon to the Usakhelo viewpoint
  • continue along the trail to the Samukhis valley, picnic/lunch in the bosom of nature
  • horse riding rally to a designated camping site, on the edge of the strictly protected area of Waszlowani Park
  • dinner and overnight stay at the camp

Day 5: Samukhi Valley – Alesilebi – Datvis Khevi – Pantishara Canyon 15km 8h

  • breakfast, preparing horses for the rally
  • drive through Alesilebi, mountains with beautiful rock formations
  • picnic/lunch at the viewpoint
  • driving through the Datvis Khevi canyon (Bear Canyon) and Mertskhlebi Kalaki, the city of swallows
  • rally through the Pantishara canyon, towards the camp
  • preparation of dinner and overnight stay in tents

Day 6: Vashlovani – Tbilisi (180 km) 12 km/180km 6-7h

  • after breakfast, return towards the stud farm, our starting point of the rally through the Echo and Lekis Tskhali viewpoint,
  • return to Tbilisi, hotel accommodation, rest
  • return to the hotel for overnight stay

Day 7: Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Kutaisi (250 km)

  • after breakfast, sightseeing around Tbilisi – transfer to the Jvari Monastery located on the top of a hill and to the town of Mtskheta, which until the 5th century AD served as the capital, visiting the legendary temple of Svetitskhoveli – the place of coronation and final resting place of the rulers of Georgia
  • free time, opportunity to buy souvenirs, lunch on your own
  • transfer to Kutaisi, walk around the old capital of Colchis
  • supra in agritourism with Georgian cuisine workshops, wine tasting and Imeretian cuisine specialties.
  • overnight stay at a hotel in Kutaisi

Day 8: Transfer to the airport

  • after breakfast, transfer to the airport

Information

The offer can be tailored to meet the requirements of each client. We can propose an appropriate standard of hotels and enrich the program with additional attractions. We can start from any airport in Georgia and extend the duration by any number of days. During the trek, there will be local guides – one per four horses. Accommodations will be in complete wilderness, without campgrounds with toilets and showers. Only portable camping showers will be available. There will be an opportunity for a swim in the river at one or two locations. In Waszlowani, there are many snakes, so people will receive instructions on how to behave and check tents and sleeping bags to avoid bites.

 

*PRICES MAY VARY DEPENDING ON THE DATE OR NUMBER OF PERSONS

*OFFER VALID FOR 14/30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF DISPATCH

 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We would be happy to help you organize your dream trip!

In Short

  • Tbilisi – the capital of Georgia, the largest and one of the most beautiful cities situated in the valley of the Mtkvari River (Kura), surrounded by hills. Sightseeing in the old town, Narikala Fortress, whose history dates back to the 4th century, and the district of sulfur baths known for their health benefits.
  • Mtskheta – the first capital of Georgia, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, where Georgia adopted Christianity (in 326 AD), often called “Little Jerusalem,” with the majestic Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery – built in the 6th century, offering beautiful views of Mtskheta and the confluence of the Mtkvari (Kura) and Aragvi rivers.
  • Vashlovani National Park – stands out among other protected areas in Georgia with its semi-desert ecosystem. The landscape views with snow-capped Caucasus Mountains in the background leave a lasting impression on visitors.
  • Georgian traditional supra – a traditional dinner with toasts, live music, and Georgian cuisine specialties at a private vineyard, with workshops on local cuisine.

Price includes

  • preparation and development of a detailed program, supervision of its implementation
  • air-conditioned minibus/coach rides, airport transfers
  • 5L of mineral water per person per day in the minibus
  • guarantee of providing a replacement minibus/coach in case of breakdown
  • hotel or guesthouse/private vineyard reservations and check-in
  • Organization of a supra at a private vineyard, with a Tamada (toastmaster) and Georgian toasts and local wine
  • off-road vehicles during the tour
  • meals: two meals per day and picnics along the trekking route, supra in Kakheti
  • beverages: mineral water, coffee and tea, wine for dinner at restaurants
  • English-speaking guide, pilot services
  • assistance of certified horseback riding guides in English
  • telephone consultations for tour members [for small groups]
  • luggage transfer by horses
  • horses and horseback riding equipment including protective helmets
  • essential camping equipment such as tents, sleeping bags, and mats

Price does not include

  • biletu lotniczego
  • plane ticket
  • own expenses
  • entrance tickets, tastings in wineries
  • additional meals during the day (lunch)