June 2027
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Georgia 4x4 The Caucasus, Svaneti and the vineyards of Kakheti
- Country
- Georgia
- Duration
- 10 days
- Travel mode
- 4x4
- Difficulty
- Planned date
- June 2027
About the expedition
Ten days in off-road vehicles: canyons, waterfalls, old towns, mountain roads to Ushguli and evenings over khachapuri and wine.
Picture a week in which you start the morning with coffee and a view of a snow-capped five-thousand-metre peak, and end the evening at a table laden with khachapuri and wine at an atmospheric vineyard.
The programme is being finalised — register your interest and we’ll send you the details as soon as the dates are confirmed.
Highlights
- Svaneti and the defensive towers of Ushguli
- Kazbegi and the Tsminda Sameba church
- The vineyards of Kakheti
- The canyons and waterfalls of Imereti
Character of the expedition
- Difficulty
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Mostly tarmac and good gravel, 4–6 hours of driving a day. Suitable for beginners and intermediates.
- A day on the road
- approx. 4–8 hours a day
- Atmosphere
- Mountains · Culture · Food · Off-road
- Who it’s for
- Open group · Group of friends · Family
- Group
- 6–14 people
Route journal
Day by day
The programme may change depending on the weather, road conditions and the pace of the group — on the road, common sense and a good atmosphere come first.
Preliminary outline This is an indicative route, not the final programme. We will confirm the details — stages, accommodation and distances — together with the date.
- Day01
Tbilisi — welcome
Tbilisi
- Tarmac
- ~20 km
- Hotel in Tbilisi
Highlight Dinner in the Old Town and your first khachapuri
Arrival, check-in and a walk around Old Tbilisi: the sulphur baths, Narikala Fortress and an evening at a Georgian table.
- Day02
Along the Georgian Military Road to Kazbegi
Tbilisi → Twierdza Ananuri → Stepancminda (Kazbegi)
- Tarmac
- ~160 km
- 4 h
- Guesthouse in Stepantsminda
Highlight Ananuri Fortress above a turquoise reservoir
We head north on the famous road across the Caucasus: Ananuri Fortress, the Cross Pass and our first views of Mount Kazbek.
- Day03
Gergeti and the Juta valley
Stepancminda (Kazbegi) → Cerkiew Cminda Sameba (Gergeti) → Dolina Juta
- Gravel
- ~60 km
- 3 h
- Guesthouse in Stepantsminda
Highlight Tsminda Sameba church against the backdrop of Kazbek
In the morning we drive up to Gergeti church in off-road vehicles; in the afternoon we take gravel tracks into the Juta valley for a short walk beneath the Chaukhi peaks.
- Day04
Via the cave town to Kutaisi
Stepancminda (Kazbegi) → Uplisciche → Kutaisi
- Tarmac
- ~330 km
- 6 h
- Hotel in Kutaisi
Highlight The rock-hewn town of Uplistsikhe
A long travel day with a stop at Uplistsikhe, a town carved into the rock; Kutaisi and its market in the evening.
- Day05
The canyons of Imereti
Kutaisi → Kanion Martvili → Kanion Okatse → Kutaisi
- Mixed
- ~140 km
- 4 h
- Hotel in Kutaisi
Highlight Martvili Canyon and its waterfalls
A day of waterfalls and canyons: Martvili, Okatse and walkways suspended above the gorge. A lighter day, with time to enjoy Imeretian cuisine.
- Day06
Up into Svaneti
Kutaisi → Zapora Inguri → Mestia
- Tarmac
- ~240 km
- 5 h
- Guesthouse in Mestia
Highlight The Enguri Dam and the first Svan towers
Via Zugdidi and the Enguri Dam we enter Svaneti. In the evening, Mestia and its defensive towers.
- Day07
Ushguli — the village at the end of the road
Mestia → Uszguli → Mestia
- Gravel
- ~90 km
- 5 h
- Guesthouse in Mestia
Highlight The towers of Ushguli beneath Shkhara
The most off-road day of the trip: a mountain road to Ushguli, one of the highest villages in Europe, and back.
- Day08
From Svaneti down to the lowlands
Mestia → Kutaisi
- Tarmac
- ~230 km
- 5 h
- Hotel in Kutaisi
Highlight A last look at the Caucasus
Back down into the valleys via Zugdidi. Free afternoon in Kutaisi.
- Day09
Kakheti — wine country
Kutaisi → Signagi → Telawi i winnice Kachetii
- Tarmac
- ~330 km
- 5–6 h
- Hotel in Sighnaghi
Highlight Tasting qvevri wine at a vineyard
We drive east to Kakheti. A visit to a vineyard, wine from qvevri clay amphorae and dinner in Sighnaghi.
- Day10
Sighnaghi — Tbilisi
Signagi → Tbilisi
- Tarmac
- ~110 km
- 2 h
- —
Highlight The walls of Sighnaghi in the morning
A walk along the walls of the “city of love”, the drive to Tbilisi and transfer to the airport.
Dates, options and prices
Choose your option
The price includes
- A seat in a 4x4 vehicle
- Accommodation with breakfast
- Guide
The price does not include
- Flights
- Fuel (to be confirmed)
- Additional meals
- Entrance fees
- Travel insurance
Practical
Before you set off
Accommodation
Hotels and guesthouses with breakfast, rooms for 2–4 people.
Transport
A seat in a 4x4 vehicle with a driver-guide.
Group
6–14 participants, looked after by a MotoGadabout leader.
Requirements
- No off-road experience required
Documents
- ID card or passport
- Travel insurance
Season
June – September. Full preparation guide: FAQ and preparation.
Your hosts
Who travels with you
- 4x4 expedition leaderMateuszLeads convoys across deserts and mountains. Knows when to let the air out of the tyres — and when to stop for tea.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
Can I book for a whole group and pay for everyone?
Yes. One person can submit the booking for the whole group and settle the payment for the trip. Participants’ details can be added later in the central MotoGadabout account.
Does the price include flights?
Usually not — we help you choose a flight so that everyone meets on location at roughly the same time. Full details are always in the “What’s included / not included” section.
What if I’m travelling alone?
Most participants come on their own or in pairs. We’ll help you find a room-mate, and if you’d prefer a single room, just ask about the supplement.
