Multi Adventure In Western Georgia

Itinerary

Day 1: Batumi - Kolkheti National Park

Stop At: Petra Fortress, Kobuleti, Adjara Region

• On the way, you will stop by a Byzantine-built, 6th-century fortress. Here you'll catch an amazing view of the sea, as well as getting some time for exploration and photos.

Stop At: Miniature Park (მინიატურების პარკი)

• Next stop will be the Miniature Park of Georgia, where you can see all the main attractions of Georgia in one place.

Stop At: Jargvali

• Here, you will have lunch at the local restaurant with some traditional Georgian cuisine (for an additional price).

Stop At: Paliastomi Lake, Poti, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region

• After lunch, you will have a chance to go to Paliastomi Lake. You will be able to depart by pontoon from the station into the lake, heading in the direction of the Pichori River. On the way, you will have an opportunity to observe (by binoculars which will be provided) local bird populations, and, depending on the season, migrating raptors.

• Upon arrival at the island, you will be given some free time to explore, maybe even witnessing a group of wild horses passing by through the forest. Later, you can go kayaking down the Pichori River channels to the junction of Paliastomi Lake, where you will be picked up by the pontoon and hitch a ride back to the station.

Stop At: Kolkheti National Park Visitors Center

• In the back yard of the hotel, you will have a picnic by the fireplace and enjoy your evening, relaxing before the next days' activities.

Meals included: Dinner

Day 2: Kolkheti National Park - Zugdidi - Mestia

Stop At: Kolkheti National Park, Poti, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region

• Optionally, you can go fishing in the early morning (for an additional price). Alternatively, those who love to sleep can stay in.

Stop At: Dadiani Palaces Historical and Architectural Museum, Zugdidi, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region

• You will visit Dadiani Palace where the death mask of Napoleon Bonaparte is stored.

Stop At: River Enguri, Zugdidi, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region

• After Zugdidi, you will drive to Mestia. Moving up into the mountains, you'll see the Enguri Dam, which happens to be the largest hydroelectric power station in the Caucasus. At Enguri Dam, you can enjoy a boat ride (for an additional price) and later lunch (for an additional price).

• After arrival in Mestia, you will have a local dinner (for an additional price) and enjoy free time to explore the city, which is famous for its 1000-year-old tower-houses.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3: Ushguli - Salkhino

Stop At: LaMaria Church, Ushguli, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region

• After breakfast, you will drive to Ushguli. The community is comprised of 4 villages and is the highest settlement in Europe. The center of the community, Chazhashi, has been declared a museum and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will visit the 10th-century church of Lamaria. Here, you can enjoy a horseback ride (for an additional price). You will have lunch at a local restaurant (for an additional price).
• After lunch, you will depart to Martvili.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 4: Martvili Canyon - Okatse Canyon

Stop At: Martvili Canyons, Martivili, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region

• Today you will go to Martvili Canyon. You will follow the stone paved circular route that crosses the Dadiani historical trail. There are 2 bridges and 3 observation decks. You will also have a boat tour on the mountain river through the canyon. You will embrace all its natural beauty while gently rowing down the river.

Stop At: Okatse Canyon, Kutaisi, Imereti Region

• After lunch (for an additional price), you will drive to Okatse Canyon. You will walk down the stairs leading to the narrow bridge above the canyon. While you walk up to this bridge, you'll see something astonishing after each curve of the path. This is the breathtaking beauty of the place. When you finally reach the bridge, way down under your feet you can see the mountain river winding before it comes down between the white limestone walls of the canyon. The final point of the long canyon bridge is the observation deck. Here you can have a rest and take pictures before making your way back, enjoying the wonderful scenery. Later you will head back to Batumi.

Meals included: Breakfast