On this five-day trek through Tusheti National Park you'll experience the region's rich history and stunning landscapes. This journey takes you through all the historical villages, allowing for deep cultural immersion and interaction with the local traditions. Prepare for an extraordinary adventure as you traverse Tusheti's rugged terrain and forgotten lands. Conquer the challenging Tutareki and Nakaicho Pass at nearly 2900 meters altitude and immerse yourself in the interesting traditions and breathtaking landscapes of the Caucasus Mountains, with every moment promising awe and enduring adventure.
Day 1. Tbilisi - Omalo (by jeep)
We start at 7:00 am from our hotel in Tbilisi, heading toTusheti via the Abano Pass, stopping for lunch along the way. Upon arrival in Omalo, we'll visit the visitor center to explore a small museum and learn about Tusheti. In Upper Omalo, we'll tour the Keselo Castle Towers before checking into our hotel for the evening.
Day 2. Omalo - Shenako – Diklo - Ageurta
After our breakfast we head to Shenako to visit its historic 19th-century St. George church. From there, we continue to Diklo Fortress , dramatically overlooking Dagestan, before reaching the remote village of Ageurta for dinner and overnight in a family guesthouse.
B/L/D, 5-6 hours riding
Day 3. Ageurta - Tutareki Pass - Chigo - Dartlo
This day takes us on a 22 km ride (6–7 hours) from Ageurta over the Tutareki Pass (2,800 m), where sweeping mountain views unfold before us. From the pass, we descend into the quiet village of Chigo , before continuing on to Dartlo , renowned for its stone towers and UNESCO-recognized medieval architecture. We end the day with dinner and an overnight stay in a cozy guesthouse in Dartlo.
B/L/D, 6-7 hours riding
Day 4. Dartlo - Kvavlo - Dano - Chesho - Girevi
After breakfast, we get on our horses and start following a steep ancient trail from Dartlo up to the hilltop village of Kvavlo . From there, we continue through the quiet hamlets of Dano and Chesho , before reaching Girevi , the last inhabited village before the wild highlands begin. Dinner and overnight stay await us in a family guesthouse in Girevi.
B/L/D, 5-6 hours riding
Day 5. Girevi - Nakaicho Pass - Dadikurta - Verkhovani - Jvarboseli - Alisgori
Today is a long ride (7–8 hours), taking us across the dramatic Nakaicho Pass (2,900 m) with breathtaking alpine views. From the heights, we descend through the remote villages of Dadikurta , Verkhovani , and Jvarboseli , before reaching Alisgori , a settlement tucked deep in the Tushetian wilderness. We spend the night in a guesthouse or tented camp, with dinner served on arrival.
B/L/D, 7-8 hours riding
Day 6. Alisgori - Beghela - Dochu - Bochorna - Omalo
On our last day we set out on a 5–6 hour ride (18–20 km), following a scenic trail through Beghela and across the Dochu Pass . The path leads us past Bochorna , officially the highest permanently inhabited village in Europe at 2,345 m. By evening, we return to Omalo, where dinner and a cozy guesthouse stay await.
B/L/D, 5-6 hours riding
Day 7. Omalo - Tbilisi
The following morning, after breakfast in Omalo, we begin the long drive back to Tbilisi (280 km, 8–10 hours). A lunch stop is included along the way before reaching the capital, marking the end of our Tusheti adventure - taking home unforgettable memories of Georgia’s wild mountains and timeless traditions. B/L/-
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