Vashlovani National Park Adventure Tour
Vashlovani National Park Adventure Tour

Vashlovani National Park Adventure Tour

7 days

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Discover the fascinating Vashlovani National Park of Georgia

Vashlovani National Park is one of Georgia’s most exceptional nature reserves, with a badlands-like landscape perfect for geological and natural exploration. Discover this park and so much more on the Vashlovani National Park Adventure Tour, a walk on the wild side of Georgia.

The Vashlovani National Park Adventure Tour takes you deep into Georgia’s diverse landscapes, revealing mountains, badlands, forests, and endless rolling green foothills. You can fly high in a hot air balloon or hop aboard a trusty steed to explore, or just kick back in your Jeep and let the scenery roll by. Because of Georgia’s unmatched cultural and historical past, visits to ancient monasteries and ruined fortresses are a must! The Vashlovani National Park Adventure Tour is the perfect blend of activity, discovery, and enjoyment!

Highlights of the Vashlovani National Park Adventure Tour

Soak up the vibrant hustle and bustle of Tbilisi, Georgia’s capital and a former Silk Road trade city.
Hike to ruins, fortresses, and monasteries high in the mountains, often built thousands upon thousands of years ago.
Choose to add a thrilling hot air balloon ride or a leisurely horseback riding expedition to your itinerary.
Follow in the footsteps of fabled Greek gods, traders, smugglers, and royalty as you explore Vashlovani National Park.

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Vashlovani National Park Adventure Tour

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Day 1 Arrival

Welcome to Tbilisi! This bohemian, busy city is the perfect gateway to the rest of Georgia.

You’ll be transferred to your hotel in Old Town for the evening, so find a cozy spot for dinner or feel free to roam about this 5th-century city.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Tbilisi
Distance: None
Meals: None

Day 2 Walking Tour of Tbilisi and Dedoplistskaro

Tbilisi was a lucrative crossroads for the Silk Road, and has long since been a point of connection for different cultures. Explore this beautiful mix of architecture, cuisine, and energy as you enjoy a guided walking tour of the city today. Stroll the narrow streets, see the Metekhi Church, and wander through several important districts. Chill out in the sulphur baths to cap off the morning.

In the afternoon, you’ll be driven to Dedoplistskaro, which is right next to Vashlovani National Park.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Dedoplistskaro
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 3 Jeep Tour in Vashlovani National Park

Today is all about the splendid Vashlovani National Park, a nature reserve filled with unique shallow forests and badland-like landscape. You’ll take a Jeep tour to Datviskhevi, Pantishara Gorge, and Mijniskuri.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Dedoplistskaro
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4 Khornabudji Fortress and Mtskheta

Get your legs moving with a quick hike to the Khornabudji Fortress this morning, an ancient hilltop castle constructed in the 1st millennium BC. Then, you’ll be taken to the small town of Signagi, where you can enjoy an optional horseback riding tour through the picturesque area.

Continue on to the old Georgian capital of Mtskheta, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the centre of the Iberian Kingdom. As the birthplace of Christianity in Georgia, Mtskheta is still known as the spiritual centre of the country and has stunning churches to explore.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Natakhtari
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 Hot Air Balloon Tour and Stepantminda

Take things up a notch today (literally, up) with a hot air balloon ride over the gorgeous Mukhrai Valley. This is an optional excursion with an additional cost, but it’s one you won’t ever forget.

Next, head along the Old Georgian Military Highway to stop at the Ananuri fortified church. Upon arriving at Stepantsminda, take a moment to appreciate Mount Kazbek (5054m, 16,581ft) watching over you. According to ancient Greek mythology, Prometheus was here when he decided to steal the god’s fire. You’ll then head up to the Gergeti Monastery on Mount Kazbek, an impossibly scenic 14th-century church perched in the mountains.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Stepantsminda
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 Juta Settlement and Mount Chaukhi

After breakfast, drive to the Juta Settlement and begin hiking towards Mount Chaukhi, a jagged-topped mountain that rises dramatically out of the green earth.

After your hike, you’ll head back to Tbilisi for some free time. Soak up your last night here!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Tbilisi
Distance: 3-3.5 hours, 400m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 Tour Concludes

What a week it’s been! After breakfast and packing up, it’s off to the airport or wherever you’re heading to next.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast

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Vashlovani National Park Adventure Tour Price and Dates

This guided tour in Georgia is run as a private tour for your group and the price depends on the number of participants.

The prices below are per person sharing a double or a triple room:

  • Guided groups of 4+: $995 USD per person

Please note that the pricing might change depending on the size of your group

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Accommodation on the Vashlovani National Park Adventure Tour

This tour is based in hotels and guesthouses. Hotels on this trip are 3-star and offer basic or modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Guesthouses are simple and welcoming.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy and guesthouse rooms may be dormitory-style. You can pay a supplement for an upgrade to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Hotels on Standard Tour

Hotel Gureli in Tbilisi ★★★

You'll love the friendly staff and great location of this comfortable, modern hotel. Just outside of Old Town, you'll have easy access to restaurants.

Savanna Guesthouse in Dedoplistskaro

This guesthouse offers simple, clean, shared rooms. Enjoy free WiFi and a lovely garden and terrace where you can socialize with travellers from all over.

Villa Mosavali in Natakhtari ★★★

This modern, sleek hotel offers a pool, a nice bar, extra-long beds, and everything else you need for a super restful night. Enjoy landmark views out of the windows, or draw the blackout blinds to get some rest.

Hilltop Kazbegi in Stepantsminda

The Hilltop Kazbegi offers a lovely garden and terrace where you can kick back after an adventure-filled day. Enjoy the free WiFi or make some conversation in the lounge.

Hotel Gureli in Tbilisi ★★★

You'll love the friendly staff and great location of this comfortable, modern hotel. Just outside of Old Town, you'll have easy access to restaurants.

What’s Included in the Vashlovani National Park Adventure Tour?

Meals

6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 2 dinners are included on this tour. ½ litre of water per person per day is included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before or after the tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.

Transportation during the Tour

Transportation for you and your luggage is included throughout the tour, including transfers to and from the airport.

Also Included

  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees to described locations
  • All excursions and activities according to the itinerary

Not included

  • Flights
  • Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
  • Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas if required
  • Anything not mentioned as included

Optional Extras

  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Hot air balloon ride
  • Horseback riding

Frequently Asked Questions about Vashlovani National Park Adventure Tour

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Is this tour for me?

We rate this tour as a 2/5. You should be comfortable completing a couple of easy hikes at higher elevations, but most hikes feature modest elevation gain and no technical knowledge is required. If you choose to take the hot air balloon tour, you should be comfortable with heights. There is also an optional horseback riding excursion suitable for beginners.

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