Svaneti
The land of towers and high mountains, featuring UNESCO World Heritage sites and some of Europe's highest inhabited villages.
4 locations
Mestia
Central town of Svaneti region at 1,500 meters elevation, serving as primary hub for tourism.
What makes it special
Famous for dense concentration of Svan towers—medieval stone defensive houses creating a unique, timeless skyline.
Ushguli
Community of four ancient villages, UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe's highest continuously inhabited settlements.
What makes it special
Landscape feels frozen in time with extraordinary tower preservation. Mount Shkhara provides dramatic backdrop.
Chalaadi Glacier
One of Georgia's most accessible glaciers. The trail from Mestia follows the Mestiachala River through pine forests.
What makes it special
Relative accessibility allows tourists of moderate fitness to experience walking to a massive, active glacier.
Hatsvali Ski Resort
Modern ski resort located 8 kilometers from Mestia, featuring several ski lifts including a cable car.
What makes it special
Extraordinary experience of skiing with panoramic views of Mount Ushba's iconic twin peaks.