Kutaisi's churches, Svaneti's towers and Ushguli's glacier villages, then down to the Black Sea at Batumi, six days end to end by private car and 4×4.
- —Two full nights in Mestia with a dedicated 4×4 day to Ushguli, not a rushed there-and-back from the valley.
- —Gelati and Motsameta monasteries plus Prometheus Cave are covered properly before the mountain leg, so Kutaisi is more than a one-night stopover.
- —One vehicle and driver for the whole route, Kutaisi airport to Batumi airport, with no transfers between separate operators.
- —Built-in slack on day 3 and day 5 for the Zugdidi–Mestia road and the Jvari Pass, which can run slow after rain or snow.
- —Finishes on the Black Sea in Batumi with time for the Old Town and boulevard before your departure flight.
- —Licensed guide and driver throughout, with accommodation and most entrance fees already arranged.
Map: OpenStreetMap · Road route and driving times: OSRM · Times exclude stops.
- ✓ Private car, minivan or 4×4 for the whole route, Kutaisi airport to Batumi airport
- ✓ English-speaking driver throughout, with a licensed local guide for the Gelati, Mestia and Ushguli days
- ✓ Five nights accommodation (two in Kutaisi, two in Mestia, one in Batumi), based on two sharing a double room
- ✓ Daily breakfast
- ✓ 4×4 vehicle and driver for the Mestia–Ushguli day
- ✓ Entrance fees for Gelati Monastery, Sataplia Nature Reserve and Prometheus Cave
- ✓ Airport meet and greet with name board, flight tracking and waiting time
- — International flights and visa fees
- — Lunches and dinners (Imeretian, Svan and Adjaran restaurants recommended en route)
- — Entrance fees for the Svaneti Museum and Batumi Botanical Garden, checked at booking
- — Travel insurance
- — Personal expenses and gratuities
- · The Zugdidi–Mestia road and the Jvari Pass can be slow or briefly closed after heavy rain or snow; day 3 and day 5 allow spare time for this
- · The Ushguli road is unpaved and only driven by 4×4; bring warm layers even in late spring and early autumn, as nights at altitude are cold
- · Comfortable walking shoes are needed for the Svan towers and the stone courtyards at Gelati and Motsameta
- · Some Imereti and Svaneti churches ask for covered shoulders and knees; a scarf is enough for women
- · Mobile signal is patchy in Ushguli and parts of upper Svaneti
- · Confirm museum and cave opening days at booking, several sites close on Mondays or rotate rest days
Is the Mestia–Ushguli road safe in a regular car?
No, we use a 4×4 for that stretch. The unpaved mountain road is rough and can close briefly after heavy rain or snow; current status is checked at booking via gtour.ge/road-status.
Can we start or end in Tbilisi instead of Kutaisi and Batumi?
This itinerary is built around Kutaisi and Batumi airports. Let us know if you want a Tbilisi start or finish and we will quote a modified route.
What is the best season for this trip?
Late May to early October gives reliable access to Ushguli. Outside that window the Zagar and Jvari passes can close; conditions are checked at booking.
Is the price per person based on two sharing a room?
Yes, €1690 per person is based on two travelling together sharing a double room. Solo travellers and groups of three to six are quoted separately.
Prices are per person for two travelling together, in euros; solo travellers and larger groups are quoted on request. Every departure is private and adjusted to you. Hotels, wineries and restaurants on our routes are verified by GTour.
Svan defensive towers of Mestia stand beneath snow-capped Caucasus peaks under a blue sky. · Photo: Amy Nelson / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0
| Group | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller | €2,704 ≈ $3,008 · 7,808 GEL | €2,704 ≈ $3,008 · 7,808 GEL |
| 2 travellers | €1,690 ≈ $1,880 · 4,880 GEL | €3,380 ≈ $3,760 · 9,760 GEL |
| 3 travellers | €1,606 ≈ $1,786 · 4,637 GEL | €4,818 ≈ $5,360 · 13,912 GEL |
| 4–6 travellers | €1,437 ≈ $1,598 · 4,149 GEL | €5,748 ≈ $6,394 · 16,597 GEL for four |
Private tour: your own car and driver, guide and hotels as described. Conversions at today's National Bank of Georgia rate.
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the tour. Between 7 days and 48 hours: 50 % of the price. Less than 48 hours or no-show: no refund. If a mountain road closes and the tour cannot run, you choose a new date or a full refund.
20 % deposit confirms the booking. Deposit by card or bank transfer when the date is confirmed; the balance in cash or by card at the start of the tour. No hidden fees — fuel, parking, driver and guide are included; entrance tickets, meals and hotels are listed per tour.
Since 1 January 2026 every foreign visitor to Georgia must hold health and accident insurance with cover of at least 30,000 GEL — see our guide to the rule. Our vehicles carry passenger liability insurance; your travel policy covers you.
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