Svaneti
Ushguli & Mestia
4.9
40 reviews
4-7 days
From $250per person
About Ushguli & Mestia
Ushguli and Mestia are high-mountain villages in Svaneti with unique stone towers and access to glacier hikes and alpine beauty.
History & Culture
Svaneti has maintained its medieval culture and architecture. Ushguli is one of the highest continuously inhabited settlements in Europe and is a UNESCO site.
Top Highlights
Svan Towers
Shkhara Glacier
Ethnographic Museum
UNESCO-listed villages
Local Cuisine
Kubdari
$5-8Svan meat pie with spiced pork or beef
Tashmijabi
$4-6Mashed potatoes with cheese
What Travelers Say
Nino K.
A breathtaking experience! The views of the Svan towers and the Shkhara Glacier were unforgettable. The local cuisine was a delight, especially the Kubdari.
$250per person
4.9
Free cancellation • No booking fees
Travel Information
Best Time to Visit
June-September
Weather
Cold, snowy winters and cool summers
Getting There
4WD vehicles or flights to Mestia airport
Accommodation
Mountain lodges and homestays ($30-100/night)
Location
42.9113, 43.0110